​Foton and DP World Sign Strategic Agreement to Expand in Brazil

At the Foton Latin America Partner Conference 2025 held in São Paulo, Brazil, China’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer Foton Motor signed a strategic cooperation agreement with global logistics leader DP World. The two companies will work together more closely in areas such as logistics, warehousing, and new energy, aiming to explore new opportunities in Brazil and beyond.

This agreement marks a new step in their partnership. The signing ceremony was attended by Li Shaoan, Vice President of Foton International, and Beat Simon, Chief Operating Officer of Global Logistics at DP World. Together, they announced plans to combine their strengths to improve global supply chain efficiency and promote greener logistics.

Foton and DP World already have a solid foundation of cooperation. In Nigeria, for example, DP World has purchased 400 Foton heavy-duty trucks to support port transportation. They also built a shared spare parts network in key regions to improve after-sales service. Leveraging their global presence, both companies have worked together on international projects to deliver equipment and support expansion into emerging markets.

Li Shaoan said, “DP World is a leader in global logistics. Their experience in port operations and supply chain services matches well with Foton’s global growth. This partnership will help our new energy vehicles go further into international markets and provide smarter, greener solutions to our customers.”

Beat Simon added, “We’re excited to support Foton’s growth in emerging markets. With DP World’s global network of ports and logistics facilities, we can help Foton bring its vehicles to the right markets faster and improve global supply chain performance.”

This partnership brings together Foton’s strength in green commercial vehicle technology and DP World’s logistics resources. Together, they aim to upgrade logistics systems in emerging markets and accelerate the shift toward low-carbon and smart supply chains.

Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Beijing, Foton Motor is a leading Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer. Its products include heavy trucks, light trucks, mini trucks, vans, and pickups. Foton has sold over 12 million vehicles worldwide and has ranked first in China’s commercial vehicle exports for 14 consecutive years. Its products are sold in 130 countries, with over 2,000 sales and service centers overseas.

Foton has 22 KD factories and 18 parts centers around the world, covering Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. In the field of new energy, Foton has developed its own battery, motor, and control technologies, supporting electric, hybrid, and hydrogen-powered vehicles. Many of its electric vans and trucks are certified in the EU and already in use in Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific markets.

DP World was founded in 1972 and is based in Dubai. It is one of the world’s largest port and logistics service providers, managing nearly 80 marine and inland terminals, including Jebel Ali Port—one of the world’s largest man-made harbors. In 2023, it handled 75 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of containers and generated $18.25 billion in revenue. The company operates in more than 70 countries with over 100,000 employees.

Besides port operations, DP World also provides warehousing, distribution, and supply chain management services. It has built logistics parks and distribution centers around the world and plays an active role in developing port infrastructure in emerging markets. With a focus on innovation, digitalization, and sustainability, DP World is committed to building a smarter, more efficient, and greener global logistics network.

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