DP World has announced new leadership appointments, naming Essa Kazim as Chairman of the Board of Directors and Yuvraj Narayan as Group Chief Executive Officer.
Kazim currently serves as Governor of the Dubai International Financial Centre and Chairman of Borse Dubai. He brings wide-ranging experience in financial and economic affairs, having held senior leadership roles across several national institutions.
Narayan brings extensive expertise in financial management, corporate finance, supply chains and global trade.
Since joining DP World in 2004, he has led a series of strategic and transformational initiatives that supported the company’s international expansion and strengthened its position as a global provider of integrated end-to-end supply chain solutions.
Narayan has served as Group Chief Financial Officer since 2005, playing a key role in enhancing the company’s financial resilience and operational efficiency.
DP World says the new appointments support its strategy for sustainable growth and reinforce its role in strengthening global supply chains, while further cementing Dubai’s position as a leading hub for trade and logistics.
DP World announces the appointment of Essa Kazim as Chairman of its Board of Directors and the appointment of Yuvraj Narayan as Group Chief Executive Officer.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 13, 2026

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