Mawani Adds MSC's ‘North India to Middle East' Shipping Service at King Abdulaziz Port
The service links King Abdulaziz Port with the Indian ports of Mundra, Nhava Sheva, and Hazira, as well as Sohar in Oman and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, with a handling capacity of up to 4,000 TEUs.
This initiative is part of Mawani's ongoing efforts to enhance Saudi Arabia's global performance indicators and improve operational efficiency at King Abdulaziz Port. It also supports the movement of national exports in line with the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, which seeks to establish the Kingdom as a vital trade gateway connecting three continents.
Moreover, King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam is a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia's integration with the global economy. Equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, 43 berths, and advanced logistics facilities, the port boasts a total handling capacity of 105 million tons. This makes it an attractive hub for major international companies.
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