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Great Place to Work® recognition highlights DP World’s people-first culture as it strengthens the Dominican Republic’s role as a regional trade and logistics hub
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SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World has been ranked No. 5 in Great Place to Work®’s 2026 Best Workplaces® in the Dominican Republic list, reinforcing the company’s position as both a leading trade enabler and an employer of choice in one of the Caribbean’s most important logistics markets.
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The recognition places DP World among 15 organizations recognized nationally for fostering strong workplace culture, employee experience, and a positive work environment. DP World achieved an average Trust Index™ score of 91%, positioning the company among the highest-performing organizations included in the study and reinforcing its role as a benchmark employer in the Caribbean region.
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The accolade follows eight DP World locations in the Americas, including the Dominican Republic, which earned Great Place to Work® Certification™ in 2025.
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DP World was the only port and Free Trade Zone operator included among the country’s leading workplaces, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to people as a driver of sustainable growth and national competitiveness.
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Through its operations, including port, economic zones, logistics and marine services, DP World connects Dominican businesses to key markets across the Americas while supporting skilled employment, workforce development, and inclusive growth.
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Recent independent research conducted by Oxford Economics found that DP World’s Dominican Republic operations contributed significantly to the country’s economy in 2024, including:
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- Supporting $269 million in GDP nationwide.
- Supporting nearly 5,000 jobs across the country, including 2,870 in Greater Santo Domingo.
- Handling $13.3 billion in trade through DP World’s operations in the Caucedo peninsula.
- Enabling up to $2.4 billion in additional annual goods exports by 2035 through improved connectivity.
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Manuel Martínez, CEO of DP World in the Dominican Republic, said: “This recognition reflects the consistent work we do to build a culture based on trust, development, and the wellbeing of our people. Being ranked among the Top 5 Best Workplaces in the Dominican Republic is the result of our employees’ daily commitment and DP World’s strategic focus on putting people at the center of the business. More than an achievement, it is a responsibility to continue fostering a work environment where everyone can grow, contribute and feel proud to be part of this organization.”
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DP World’s impact extends across logistics, transport, manufacturing, trade and services, helping strengthen the Dominican Republic’s position as a nearshoring and logistics hub for the Americas.

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