DP World tech expert honoured

DP World’s Que Tran, Regional Chief Information Officer and Head of IT for Europe, has been named among the top 30 Leading Business and Technology Executives by the CIO 100 for 2022.

This is the third consecutive year that Que has made the CIO 100’s top 30, which recognises the best and brightest CIOs and technology leaders in the UK, celebrating their digital transformation achievements

Since joining DP World in 2017, Que has been instrumental in helping the business to reimagine the future, introducing step-change terminal handling innovations designed to streamline its global network of ports and terminals, and keep trade flowing.

Que has also played an active role championing the role of automation in DP World’s European operations, driving the future of sustainable, safe and efficient world trade.

The judges also recognised Que’s commitment to developing future talent both inside and outside of the IT industry. Que is a CIO UK mentor, helping to develop the rising stars of the UK IT sector, and he’s also a volunteer with the Young Women’s Trust where he helps young women with writing CVs and job applications.

Rashid Abdulla, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, DP World Europe, said: “Que should be incredibly proud of his achievement – to be named in the top 30 for three consecutive years demonstrates the immense value, insight and innovation he brings to DP World, logistics, and the IT industry. On behalf of all of DP World, I offer my warm congratulations to Que and I thank him for his tireless dedication to introduce positive change to our operations.”

Que Tran, Regional Chief Information Officer and Head of IT, DP World Europe, said: “It truly is an honour to be named among the top 30 Leading Business and Technology Executives in the 2022 CIO 100. The logistics sector is at an exciting point as it tries to operate more efficiently, sustainably and safely than ever before. I’m proud of the work that we’re doing at DP World, using automation and other technologies, enabling people and businesses to trade globally, seamlessly.”