Saudi Global Ports and SANY Heavy Industry Sign Contract to Manufacture, Supply 80 Electric Trucks

The contract was signed by SGP chief executive Edward Tah and SANY Marine chief executive Jeff Fu in the presence of other officials. Asharq Al-Awsat
The contract was signed by SGP chief executive Edward Tah and SANY Marine chief executive Jeff Fu in the presence of other officials. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Global Ports and SANY Heavy Industry Sign Contract to Manufacture, Supply 80 Electric Trucks

The contract was signed by SGP chief executive Edward Tah and SANY Marine chief executive Jeff Fu in the presence of other officials. Asharq Al-Awsat
The contract was signed by SGP chief executive Edward Tah and SANY Marine chief executive Jeff Fu in the presence of other officials. Asharq Al-Awsat

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) announced the signing of a contract between the Saudi Global Ports (SGP) and SANY Heavy Industry, the leading Chinese manufacturer of heavy equipment, to supply King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam with 80 electric trucks.

It is the largest single contract signed by SANY to manufacture and supply electric trucks, making King Abdulaziz Port the largest port in the Middle East that owns this number of electric trucks.

The contract was signed by SGP chief executive Edward Tah and SANY Marine chief executive Jeff Fu in the presence of other officials on the sidelines of "Transport Logistic China 2024."

Mawani President Omar bin Talal Hariri said that the signing of the contract contributes to the development of King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam to be a flexible and sustainable logistics center and a leading model of operational excellence and logistical efficiency.



Mawani Extends Exemption for Empty Container Fees at Dammam Port

Mawani Extends Exemption for Empty Container Fees at Dammam Port
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Mawani Extends Exemption for Empty Container Fees at Dammam Port

Mawani Extends Exemption for Empty Container Fees at Dammam Port

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) announced the extension of the exemption period for storage fees for exported empty containers at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam from 10 days to 20 days, starting today for a duration of six months. This initiative aims to support operational processes for all beneficiaries and stakeholders in the port sector and to facilitate trade and supply chains, SPA reported.
This incentive is part of Mawani's efforts to enhance operational efficiency, increase the speed of empty container retrieval, improve truck turnaround times, and improve the level of provided logistical services. It also aims to enhance import and export processes, support the economic environment and commercial activity in the Kingdom, boost partnerships with the private sector, and offer attractive competitive services, thereby contributing to the support of global supply chains.