SAUDI Ports have raised container throughput volumes 10.5 per cent in the third quarter of 2022 with 1.9 million TEU, up from 1.7 million TEU, reports Jeddah’s Arab News.
The increase in container throughput confirms saudi ports’ growing competitiveness on a global level.
Cargo throughput has surged 11.56 per cent in Q3 to hit 82,570,478 tonnes this year, up from 74,016,761 tonnes a year earlier.
Food volumes have increased 31.84 per cent in Q3 to reach 6,353,863 tonnes, up from 4,819,380 tonnes.
While vehicle volumes climbed 18.55 per cent in Q3 compared to the same period in 2021, vessels that dropped anchor at Saudi ports increased by 1.58 per cent.
There have been several initiatives by the Saudi Ports Authority to further develop the national maritime sector.
To expand shipping services and create top-notch logistics parks, several initiatives aim to secure effective public-private partnerships that could help achieve this.
The Smart Ports strategy aims to automate operations and elevate the customer experience.
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