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(22 articles)Shipping Giants Open Overland Routes Around Hormuz Blockade
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed to external traffic, major container lines including MSC and Hapag-Lloyd are establishing combined sea-rail-truck corridors through Saudi Arabia and Oman t
Neom Container Terminal Opens November 10: 700K TEU Capacity Reshapes Red Sea Trade
Saudi Arabia's Neom megaproject is launching Terminal 1 on November 10 with an initial capacity of 700,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), representing approximately 8% of total Saudi container v
Port of NEOM and CEVA Almajdouie Sign MoU for Logistics Corridor
The Port of NEOM and CEVA Almajdouie Logistics have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a multimodal logistics corridor. This partnership aims to strengthen trade infrastructure in the reg
Saudi Logistics Resilient Despite Bab Al-Mandab Pressure
A shipping industry leader stated that Saudi Arabia's logistics infrastructure is extremely resilient despite ongoing pressure at the Bab Al-Mandab strait, a critical chokepoint for global trade. The
Saudi Maritime Congress Addresses Regional Supply Chain Pressures
The Saudi Maritime and Logistics Congress has opened amid ongoing supply chain disruptions affecting the Middle East region. The congress brings together industry stakeholders to address logistics cha
RUH Airport Customs Disruption Impacts Pharma Air Freight
Marken has issued an operational alert regarding customs disruptions at Riyadh (RUH) Airport, which affects air freight shipments moving through Saudi Arabia. This disruption impacts time-sensitive ph
SAL Expands Logistics Capacity as Global Trade Patterns Shift
Saudi Arabia's SAL (Saudi Logistics) is expanding its logistics service offerings as global trade patterns continue to shift away from traditional routes. This expansion reflects broader regional repo
Greenbrier Books $600M Railcar Orders as Market Tightens
Greenbrier's fiscal Q4 order book of 3,400 railcars ($600M) signals robust demand recovery in North American rail equipment manufacturing and marks a structural capacity tightening in the market. The
Saudi Arabia's Top Shipping & Rail Carriers for 2026
Logistics Middle East has released its Saudi Power List 2026, identifying top-performing shipping lines and rail carriers operating in or serving the Saudi Arabian market. This annual ranking reflects
RSGT and CMA CGM Invest $434M to Expand Jeddah Port Capacity
RSGT and CMA CGM have committed a USD 434 million initial investment to develop Terminal 4 at Jeddah Islamic Port, with potential to add up to 2.6 million TEUs of annual handling capacity. This major
Saudi Arabia's Logistics Boom Fuels Warehousing Expo Return
Saudi Arabia's logistics sector is experiencing accelerated growth, signaled by the return of the Warehousing and Logistics Expo to Riyadh. This trade event serves as a barometer for regional supply c
Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo Returns to Riyadh
The Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo is returning to Riyadh for its third consecutive edition, signaling sustained momentum in the Kingdom's logistics infrastructure development. This recurring even
CMA CGM Partially Lifts Jeddah Port Restrictions Amid Congestion
CMA CGM has partially relaxed its suspension on Upper Gulf transit cargo through Jeddah Port, signaling cautious optimism about port conditions while acknowledging persistent infrastructure challenges
MSC Launches Multimodal Solution for Saudi Arabia Logistics
MSC has unveiled a new multimodal logistics solution tailored for the Saudi Arabian market, representing a meaningful advancement in the region's transportation infrastructure and supply chain capabil
Jeddah Port Congestion Forces Global Cargo Route Shifts
Jeddah Port, a critical Red Sea gateway for international trade, is experiencing congestion that is forcing shippers to reassess cargo routing strategies. This disruption carries particular significan
Saudi Arabia Eyes Supply Chain Opportunity Amid Global Disruptions
Saudi Arabia faces a strategic crossroads as global supply chain disruptions create both immediate challenges and longer-term positioning opportunities. The Kingdom's geographic location, port infrast
Jeddah Islamic Port Offers 60-Day Storage Incentive Program
Jeddah Islamic Port has introduced a promotional incentive program spanning 60 days that provides shippers and logistics operators with a 15-day storage exemption. This initiative is designed to encou
Bahri Logistics Opens Bonded Zone at Jeddah Islamic Port
Bahri Logistics has opened a new bonded zone at Jeddah Islamic Port, a strategic infrastructure development that enhances Saudi Arabia's position as a critical trade hub in the Middle East. A bonded w
Jeddah Port Congestion Disrupts Regional Cargo Flows
Jeddah Port in Saudi Arabia is experiencing substantial congestion that is cascading across regional supply chains. As a critical hub connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa through the Red Sea corridor,
Saudi Arabia's SILZ 2026: New Duty-Free Re-Export Hub
Saudi Arabia is developing the Salalah Integrated Logistics Zone (SILZ) as a strategically positioned duty-suspended re-export hub set to launch in 2026. This initiative represents a significant oppor
SABIL Unloads First 66,000-Tonne Wheat Shipment at NEOM Port
SABIL has successfully completed the first wheat unloading operation at NEOM Port, handling a 66,000-tonne bulk cargo shipment. This milestone marks the operational commencement of NEOM Port's bulk ca
Global Cargo Solution Launches Regional & International Logistics
Global Cargo Solution has officially launched operations to provide comprehensive logistics and supply chain solutions serving Saudi Arabia and international markets. This development represents the e