A global logistics firm is working with partners and local government agencies to deliver vital supplies and protective clothing to people on the front line of the devastating fires on the south-west coast of Turkey.
DP World and P&O Ferrymasters are leading the drive for donations on behalf of Antalya Metropolitan Municipality and Turkish KIZILAY, which had listed a number of specific items that were required.
The logistics firms leapt into action after seeing the devastation caused by the fires in Milas and Antalya, volunteering to collect, store, package and deliver the items as the number of people and businesses donating began to rise. The first batch of supplies were delivered on Saturday (14th).
DP World, which has a base in Yarimca in the north-west of the country, was keen to offer its expert services in end-to-end logistics as part of its commitment to the country and its community.
The firm’s Yarmica-based employees also added their own donations while volunteering their time to collect the supplies and help with its delivery, with some also travelling south to help with the effort on the ground.
Kris Adams, CEO, DP World Yarimca, commented: “The country currently finds itself fighting some of the most severe blazes seen in Turkey in recent times.
“When the fires broke out, DP World was eager to play its part and offer its transport services as a means of getting the necessary equipment and donations to those heroic individuals and volunteers on the frontline.
“The impact of these fires has been widespread and felt all across the country. We hope that, with the support of other organisations and the wider business community, that impact can be minimised and life can return to something close to normal in all affected regions as soon as possible.”
Fires have been raging in Turkey since 28th July, due to a heatwave in Southern Europe. Severe fires are also being tackled in Greece, Spain and Italy. It's the worst fire crisis Turkey has experienced in a decade, as coastal resorts have been hit and tourists have had to be evacuated to safety.
P&O Ferrymasters is a leading European provider of tailored transportation, logistics and supply chain solutions. It provided a container for transporting the vital supplies.
Thorsten Runge, Managing Director of P&O Ferrymasters, said: “People are our most important asset, and I am delighted to see the P&O Ferrymasters’ family come together to assist those in Turkey’s fire-impacted regions. With the ongoing support of our parent company, DP World, there are no challenges that we cannot help to overcome.”
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About DP World
We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.
We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 181 business units in 64 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.
Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 140 nationalities are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.
We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to broaden our vision of more efficient, transparent and resilient world trade. We achieve this by leveraging disruptive innovation to create the smartest and most effective logistics solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.
About DP World Yarımca
One of the largest container terminals in the Marmara region, located on a land of 46 hectares, DP World Yarımca is capable of handling 1.3 million TEU with a team of 500 employees.
DP World Yarımca commenced operations in 2015 with an investment of 550 million US dollars. It is the first and only specialized port in the İzmit Gulf, catering to purpose-oriented container transportation business and using the most cutting-edge technologies in its operations.
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