DP World & NSW Ports Invest in Sydney’s Rail Capacity

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DP World and NSW Port are transforming the logistics capability of Port Botany in Sydney, investing A$400m to extend the rail terminal and improve capacity

DP World, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, is dedicated to reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. 

Now, the operator of 18 ports and terminals is investing further in Sydney’s Port Botany.

DP World’s investment in the port alongside NSW Ports is set to more than double its capacity to handle up to one million TEUs per annum, making Sydney a key hub for trans-Pacific trade.

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Extending Port Botany’s rail terminal

DP World and NSW Ports are co-investing A$400 million to extend the rail terminal at Port Botany, transforming its logistics capability and reinforcing the city’s position as a vital gateway for international trade.

NSW Ports will contribute A$148m to the new facility which will serve both the Container Terminal and the Logistics Park.

Demonstrating a global trend for locating large logistics facilities close to major arterial ports, the project will start in June and is expected to take two years to complete. The investment will see the addition of five new rail sidings to accommodate 600-metre-long regional trains. 

“Our investment in this new port-centric logistics infrastructure will deliver more capacity, superior agility, seamless integration of processes, increased productivity and added reliability,” explains Nicolaj Noes, Executive Vice President, Oceania at DP World.

Nicolaj Noes, Executive Vice President, Oceania at DP World

“We cannot wait for our present and future customers to reap the benefits of this world-class facility, which accelerates the shift of freight from road to rail while reducing carbon emissions and improving Sydney’s air quality at the same time.”

Benefits of the investment 

DP World's investment in Port Botany serves as the latest example of its plans to invest in rail capabilities across multiple continents as it extends its reach into global supply chains. 

Key benefits of this latest investment include:

  • Enhanced capacity, increasing from 400,000 TEUs to one million TEUs annually. 
  • Improved environmental impact by reducing truck movements and carbon emissions. 
  • Improved logistics efficiency will deliver growth across key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, construction, retail and ecommerce.

“This collaboration with DP World to deliver a new, enhanced, rail terminal continues the growth of on-dock rail capacity at Port Botany to service the state’s import and export trade,” adds Marika Calfas, CEO of NSW Ports.

Marika Calfas, CEO of NSW Ports

“This new rail terminal will enable more containers to be moved by rail, reducing the growth of trucks on roads and will deliver greater efficiency for the state’s container supply chains. Port Botany is uniquely the only port in Australia with on-dock rail within each container terminal, connected to an extensive network of metropolitan and regional intermodal terminals including dedicated freight rail.”

Key facts
  • Port Botany is New South Wales’ container port.
  • It is Australia's largest common-use bulk liquids facility.
  • Port Botany handles 2.8 million TEUs annually and contributes A$10.7bn to New South Wales’ Gross State Product each year.
  • It is the only port in Australia with on-dock rail at all three of its container terminals and is directly connected to a network of metropolitan intermodal terminals and regional intermodal terminals.

What does this investment mean globally?

Outside of Australia, the investments made by DP World and NSW Ports will result in stronger global supply chain integration and enhanced connectivity. It will also further the industry's investments in green logistics, driving a more sustainable future, as well as strengthen global trade routes and economic ties.

The investment solidifies Sydney as a major trade hub, improves logistics efficiency and supports Australia’s economic growth and sustainability targets. At a global level, it enhances trade resilience, aligns with sustainable transport trends and strengthens DP World’s role in global freight infrastructure.


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