Saudi Port Authority to strengthen competitiveness of Saudi Arabia's maritime sector
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the launch of a new shipping service, REDEX, operated by CMA CGM at Jeddah Islamic Port. The initiative aims to strengthen the competitiveness of Saudi Arabia’s maritime sector while supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
The newly introduced route will connect Jeddah
Islamic Port with four major regional and international ports: Malta Freeport, Port
Said Port, Port of Alexandria, and Port of Aqaba. The service has a carrying
capacity of 2,594 TEUs, enhancing cargo movement between the Kingdom and key
Mediterranean and regional trade hubs.
The REDEX service forms part of Mawani’s broader
strategy to expand logistics connectivity and streamline both international and
domestic trade flows. It also aligns with the National Transport and Logistics
Strategy, which aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub
connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa.
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As one of the Kingdom’s most important
maritime gateways, Jeddah Islamic Port features 62 multi-purpose berths, a
dedicated logistics zone for bonded storage and re-export activities, and an
integrated truck transport system that supports efficient cargo movement.
The port is also equipped with specialized
terminals and advanced equipment, including two container terminals and
maritime service facilities with a combined handling capacity of up to 130
million tons annually.
The
introduction of the REDEX service highlights ongoing efforts to modernize
infrastructure and improve operational efficiency at Jeddah Islamic Port,
further strengthening Saudi Arabia’s role in global maritime trade.
Source:
Middle East Economy
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