Exporting air cargo from Punta Cana
DP World, a global provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has launched its first export operations at its new air cargo logistics hub in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The new facility, which was announced earlier this year, enhances the Dominican Republic’s position as the largest trade and logistics centre in the Caribbean.
The Punta Cana air cargo hub was created through a joint effort between DP World and the Punta Cana Free Trade Zone (PCFTZ), a subsidiary of the Dominican business group Grupo Puntacana.
The hub marks another milestone in DP World’s growth strategy for the country, which aims to position the Dominican Republic as a major player in global trade and logistics. At present, 60-70% of the cargo consists of perishables, primarily fruits and vegetables. (cj)