Jeddah Islamic Port adds CRC shipping service to boost global trade links

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the addition of the new CRC shipping service, operated by Emirates Shipping Line, at Jeddah Islamic Port. The route passes through the Bab Al-Mandab Strait, enhancing maritime connectivity between Saudi Arabia and regional and international ports, and supporting the smooth flow of trade. This move aligns with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, which aims to establish the Kingdom as a global logistics hub and a key link between three continents.

The new service connects Jeddah Islamic Port with five regional and global ports: Shanghai, Ningbo, and Nansha in China; Sokhna in Egypt; and Aqaba in Jordan. It offers a capacity of 1,250 TEUs, helping to expand the port’s shipping network, improve supply chain efficiency, and facilitate import and export operations.

This marks the 35th shipping service added to Saudi ports in 2026, as part of Mawani’s ongoing efforts to enhance the competitiveness of Saudi ports, broaden their global market connections, and attract more shipping lines. These initiatives aim to improve operational efficiency, raise the level of logistics services, and boost maritime trade activity.

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Jeddah Islamic Port is recognized as one of the leading hub ports on the Red Sea coast, thanks to its strategic location and advanced operational and logistics capabilities. The port plays a key role in strengthening trade links between the three continents, supporting global trade, and cementing its position as a main logistics gateway on the Red Sea.