Jeddah Islamic Port adds China Saudi Express shipping service
Saudi Ports Authority introduces China Saudi Express at Jeddah Islamic Port, boosting global trade with a 1,400-container capacity.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the addition of the China Saudi Express (CSE) shipping service, operated by Hizone Group, to Jeddah Islamic Port. The move aims to enhance the competitiveness of Saudi ports on the global maritime map, support the smooth flow of international trade, and increase operational efficiency.
According to Mawani, the new service will connect Jeddah Islamic Port with several regional and international ports, including Shanghai, Ningbo, Nansha, and Port Klang, with a capacity of up to 1,400 standard containers.
The Authority added that this step is part of its efforts to strengthen Jeddah Islamic Port's global standing, support national exports, and enable Saudi companies to access new markets, contributing to improving the Kingdom's ranking in international logistics performance indices.
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Supporting Saudi Vision 2030
Mawani also noted that the service will help raise operational efficiency at the port and enhance its competitive advantage, supporting the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to develop the transport and logistics sector and reinforce the Kingdom's role as a regional and global logistics hub and a key link in international trade.
Jeddah Islamic Port is considered one of the Kingdom's most important strategic ports on the Red Sea, playing a pivotal role in connecting Saudi Arabia to global markets. It features advanced infrastructure and integrated logistics facilities that help boost international trade and support global supply chains.