Saudi Arabia Asks Shipping Agents to Expedite Container Retrieval at Dammam Port

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Port succeeded in handling 289,787 standard containers during March (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Port succeeded in handling 289,787 standard containers during March (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Arabia Asks Shipping Agents to Expedite Container Retrieval at Dammam Port

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Port succeeded in handling 289,787 standard containers during March (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Port succeeded in handling 289,787 standard containers during March (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has told shipping agents and storage lessees at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam to quickly pick up imported containers after customs clearance.

This comes after Mawani noticed delays at the port. They want containers and cargo collected promptly to avoid operational issues and ensure swift delivery to recipients.

Mawani announced on Sunday that King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam broke its own record by handling 289,787 standard containers in March.

This reflects the port’s ability to support trade and strengthen import and export supply chains to and from Saudi Arabia.

With 43 fully equipped quaysides and a capacity of up to 105 million tons of goods and containers, the port has advanced operational capabilities.

It also has specialized terminals, modern facilities, and equipment to handle various types of cargo, in line with the national transport and logistics strategy. This reinforces Saudi Arabia’s position as a global logistics hub.

To stay competitive, the port has established four integrated logistics zones, with investments exceeding SAR 1.2 billion ($320 million), in partnership with major international and national companies.

The port has added 12 new shipping services over the past year and 5 more since the beginning of 2024. This boosts services for importers, exporters, and shipping agents.

In a recent report, Saudi Arabia scored 248 points in the Maritime Network Connectivity Index, reflecting smooth goods flow and strong supply chains.

Mawani has launched 31 new shipping services with major global lines in the past year, and seven more since 2024 began.

They’ve also set up nine integrated logistics zones with investments over SAR 6 billion.

They’re also developing port infrastructure, investing SAR 7 billion in container terminals at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam and SAR 1 billion in the northern part of Jeddah Islamic Port.

This aligns with the national transport and logistics strategy, cementing the Kingdom’s global logistics hub status.



GACA to Showcase Saudi Aviation Achievements at Bahrain International Airshow

GACA to Showcase Saudi Aviation Achievements at Bahrain International Airshow
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GACA to Showcase Saudi Aviation Achievements at Bahrain International Airshow

GACA to Showcase Saudi Aviation Achievements at Bahrain International Airshow

The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) will take part in the seventh edition of the Bahrain International Airshow, which will be held from November 13 to 15 at Sakhir Airbase.

The event will showcase the achievements of the Saudi aviation sector, highlight significant investment opportunities available, reinforce the Kingdom's leadership in the global aviation arena, and explore avenues for collaboration to develop a more prosperous aviation sector.
GACA Spokesperson Ibtisam Al-Shehri said that at the airshow, the authority will present its initiatives to develop regulations that promote growth and innovation in the Kingdom's aviation sector, and highlight the achievements of the National Aviation Strategy, which aims to secure $100 billion in investments, boost passenger traffic to 330 million and link the Kingdom to 250 international destinations by 2030.
She added that GACA will also introduce the Civil Aviation Environmental Sustainability Program, and emphasize its expertise in enhancing passenger experience and streamlining operational procedures, all in accordance with the latest international standards.
The Bahrain International Airshow will feature 11 sponsoring companies, 223 civil and military delegations from 56 countries, and more than 135 local, regional, and global companies.