The Wilo Group and DP World have officially expanded their strategic partnership, signing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate sustainable infrastructure, smart logistics, and AI-driven innovations within the global water sector.
The agreement was signed at Wilopark in Dortmund by Oliver Hermes, President and Global CEO of the Wilo Group, and Abdulla Al Hashmi, Global COO of Parks and Economic Zones at DP World. The ceremony was also attended by Abdulla Al Khater, Head of the Economic Section at the UAE Embassy in Berlin.
Under the new pact, the two entities will explore integrating Wilo’s AI-driven water solutions across DP World’s expansive global network of ports and logistics hubs. Additionally, the collaboration aims to optimize Wilo’s global supply chains and explore educational synergy through the Wilo Global WATER AI Academy program.
Expanding the partnership is a significant strategic step: we are linking Wilo’s expertise in water technology even more closely with DP World’s infrastructure and logistics capabilities," said Oliver Hermes. "Harnessing the transformative power of artificial intelligence, we can implement joint projects that have a sustainable impact worldwide – in the water sector, the logistics industry and far beyond.
The collaboration builds on a solid foundation established through the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in Dubai, where Wilo has maintained a presence for nearly two decades. Last year, Wilo significantly expanded its regional "Green Fab" facility within the DP World-operated zone
Abdulla Al Hashmi emphasized the regional and global economic impact of the alliance. "Combining Wilo’s engineering and technology leadership with DP World’s integrated logistics ecosystem will support smarter industrial operations, strengthen supply chain resilience and unlock new opportunities for manufacturers and customers across the UAE, Germany and wider global markets," Al Hashmi stated, adding that the partnership will also serve as a vital platform for knowledge exchange and talent development.