Dubai-based global marine terminal operator DP World will provide assistance to Indonesia in the development of the Kuala Tanjung greenfield port and logistics zone and Belawan port in North Sumatra.

DP World and Indonesian authorities recently signed an agreement in this regard.

As part of a technical assistance contract, DP World will share its expertise and experience in increasing efficiencies, training and development for employees and developing multi-modal transport hubs, said a statement from the company.

The agreement was signed by DP World Group executive vice president and chief operating officer Anil Wats and state-owned port operator PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Pelindo) I president director, Bambang Eka Cahyana, it said.

The event was also attended by Indonesian Minister of State Owned Enterprises Rini M Soemarno, Indonesian Ambassador to the UAE, Husein Bagis and senior DP World officials, it added.

DP World will be reviewing operations at Belawan port and advising on efficiency improvements, and plans for the Kuala Tanjung greenfield port and logistics zone to reduce costs, which will positively impact prices of goods sold in the local market, said a statement.

The agreement is expected to have a far-reaching positive impact on the social and economic growth of the region.

DP World’s PT Terminal Petikemas Surabaya (TPS) is located on the northern shore of eastern Java along the edge of Madura Strait. TPS is the gateway to Eastern Indonesia delivering world class efficiencies, customer service and operational standards.

Trade between Dubai and Indonesia in the first quarter of 2017 totalled Dh1.45 billion ($394.7 million).

DP World Group chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, said: “This partnership highlights Indonesia’s efforts to accelerate development of its ports and trade infrastructure, something we can help with given our global experience of advising governments on connecting with international markets.”