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8 hours ago
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Mawani Ports Report Strong Performance in July 2025
Ports under the supervision of the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) posted notable growth across multiple indicators in July 2025. Container throughput climbed 12.01% year-on-year, reaching 722,502 TEUs compared to 645,019 TEUs in July 2024. This was fueled by a 35.34% jump in transshipment containers to 175,666 TEUs. Outgoing containers rose 12.86% to 275,098 TEUs, while imports edged up 0.10%. Cargo volumes also expanded, with total tonnage—including general cargo, solid bulk, and liquid bulk—up 2.81% to over 21.18 million tons. Livestock imports totaled 582,708 head of cattle, marking a 13.18% increase. Maritime activity saw an 11.27% rise as 1,017 vessels docked during the month. Passenger traffic surged 41.70% to 73,953. The only decline came in vehicle shipments, which fell 22.66% to 69,969 units. Related Topics : Mawani Adds 'MXS1' Shipping Service of 'Silmar Group' Company to Jeddah Port 'Milaha Gulf Express 2': Mawani Announces New Shipping Service Affairs of Two Holy Mosques Launches Tawaf, Sa'i Travel Experience AlUla Wins Best Sustainable Pavilion Award at Arabian Travel Market 2024 Short link : Post Views: 9 Related Stories
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4 days ago
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Mawani, Petrotank Sign SAR500M Agreement for Refueling Hub at KFIP
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has signed a land lease agreement with the National Petroleum & Petrochemical Tank & Pipelines Company (Petrotank) to develop an integrated ship refueling center at King Fahad Industrial Port in Yanbu. Spanning 110,700 square meters, the project represents a SAR500 million investment over 20 years. The agreement was formalized by officials from both organizations and forms part of Mawani's broader strategy to enhance the competitiveness of Saudi ports. The facility will feature fuel and oil storage tanks—critical infrastructure for delivering advanced logistics services to vessels, boosting maritime traffic, and strengthening the Kingdom's global port positioning. 'This partnership with Petrotank demonstrates our ongoing commitment to expanding port services and improving operational efficiency,' said Eng. Suliman Almazroua, President of Mawani. 'It reflects our efforts to reinforce the role of Saudi ports in line with the goals of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy.' Kingdom's Vision 2030 The new refueling hub is expected to significantly elevate fuel storage and bunkering capabilities, making Saudi ports more attractive to global shipping lines. It also supports the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to develop Saudi Arabia into a world-class logistics center. Petrotank already operates an existing fuel station at King Fahad Industrial Port, equipped with eight tanks offering a combined storage capacity of 114,000 cubic meters. Additionally, this facility continues to play a key role in vessel support services. King Fahad Industrial Port in Yanbu is a major maritime gateway on the Red Sea, known for its ability to handle refined products and petrochemicals. Finally, the port covers 6.8 square kilometers, features 34 berths and 10 terminals, and boasts a total handling capacity of up to 210 million tons. Related Topics : Mawani Adds 'MXS1' Shipping Service of 'Silmar Group' Company to Jeddah Port 'Milaha Gulf Express 2': Mawani Announces New Shipping Service Affairs of Two Holy Mosques Launches Tawaf, Sa'i Travel Experience AlUla Wins Best Sustainable Pavilion Award at Arabian Travel Market 2024 Short link : Post Views: 16
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21-07-2025
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Mawani Launches FRS1 Shipping Service at Jeddah Islamic Port to Strengthen Global Links
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has introduced CStar Line's new Far East-Red Sea service (FRS1) at Jeddah Islamic Port, reinforcing the port's role as a key strategic logistics hub on the Red Sea. This initiative is aimed at enhancing global connectivity, increasing operational efficiency, and expanding the port's maritime network. The FRS1 service links Jeddah Islamic Port with five key ports across Asia and the Middle East: Ningbo, Shanghai, and Nansha in China; Aqaba in Jordan; and Ain Sokhna in Egypt. The service has a carrying capacity of up to 2,000 TEUs. This addition supports Mawani's broader goals of improving Saudi Arabia's performance in global logistics rankings and driving national export growth. It also aligns with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, which seeks to position the Kingdom as a global logistics powerhouse connecting three continents. Related Topics : Mawani Adds 'MXS1' Shipping Service of 'Silmar Group' Company to Jeddah Port 'Milaha Gulf Express 2': Mawani Announces New Shipping Service Affairs of Two Holy Mosques Launches Tawaf, Sa'i Travel Experience AlUla Wins Best Sustainable Pavilion Award at Arabian Travel Market 2024 Short link : Post Views: 10 Related Stories
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16-06-2025
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Mawani Introduces IM2 Shipping Service at Jeddah Islamic Port
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has launched the new IM2 shipping service at Jeddah Islamic Port, in collaboration with Emirates Shipping Line and Wan Hai Lines. This initiative aims to boost the competitiveness of Saudi ports, streamline global trade, and enhance operational efficiency. The IM2 service will link Jeddah Islamic Port with three key ports: Mundra in India, Alexandria in Egypt, and Mersin in Türkiye. It will offer a handling capacity of up to 2,800 TEUs. This launch aligns with Mawani's broader strategy to elevate Saudi Arabia's position in global performance rankings, support national exports, and advance the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, which seeks to position the Kingdom as a leading global logistics hub connecting three continents. Jeddah Islamic Port features 62 multi-purpose berths, specialized terminals, two general cargo terminals, ship repair docks, and a dedicated area for logistics services including storage and re-export. Its total cargo handling capacity stands at 130 million tons. Related Topics : Mawani Adds 'MXS1' Shipping Service of 'Silmar Group' Company to Jeddah Port 'Milaha Gulf Express 2': Mawani Announces New Shipping Service Affairs of Two Holy Mosques Launches Tawaf, Sa'i Travel Experience AlUla Wins Best Sustainable Pavilion Award at Arabian Travel Market 2024 Short link : Post Views: 1
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13-06-2025
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Mawani Enhances Saudi Ports with Launch of MSC Himalaya Express Service
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has introduced the MSC Himalaya Express shipping service to King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam and Jubail Commercial Port. This strategic development is designed to strengthen national exports and boost the global and regional competitiveness of both ports. The new service provides direct connections to 12 major regional and international destinations: Jebel Ali and Abu Dhabi (UAE), Hamad Port (Qatar), Nhava Sheva, Mundra, and Vizhinjam (India), Sines (Portugal), Gioia Tauro and Genoa (Italy), and Valencia, Barcelona, and Malaga (Spain). It offers a significant capacity of up to 14,000 TEUs. This initiative supports Mawani's broader mission to improve the Kingdom's ranking in global logistics performance and enhance operational efficiency across its port network. It also aligns with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, which aims to position Saudi Arabia as a leading global logistics hub bridging three continents. Related Topics : Mawani Adds 'MXS1' Shipping Service of 'Silmar Group' Company to Jeddah Port 'Milaha Gulf Express 2': Mawani Announces New Shipping Service Affairs of Two Holy Mosques Launches Tawaf, Sa'i Travel Experience AlUla Wins Best Sustainable Pavilion Award at Arabian Travel Market 2024 Short link : Post Views: 110 Related Stories
