The King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam has achieved a remarkable milestone, setting a new record for container throughput on a single vessel. The port handled a 20,645 TEUs on the COSCO SHIPPING AQUARIUS 036E, underscoring its pivotal role in supporting trade and the logistics sector.
Aligning with National Transport and Logistics Strategy
This achievement aligns with the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS), further cementing the Kingdom’s position as a global logistics hub. It also highlights the success of the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) in increasing the operational efficiency and maintaining the competitive edge of the King Abdulaziz Port.
Continuous infrastructure expansion
According to Mawani, the port has witnessed continuous expansion of its infrastructure to increase its capacity. In 2024, it received 21 quay cranes (QC) and RTG cranes as part of the commercial attribution contracts signed by Mawani with Saudi Global Ports (SGP), with an investment value of SAR7 billion.
Pioneering electric truck contract
Furthermore, a contract was signed between SGP and the leading Chinese heavy equipment manufacturer SANY to supply the port with 80 electric trucks. This represents the largest single contract signed globally by SANY for the manufacture and supply of electric trucks, highlighting the port’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
New container throughput record
Mawani also reported that the King Abdulaziz Port set a new container throughput record of 292,612 TEUs in May 2024, solidifying its position as a key gateway for goods from around the world to the eastern and central regions of the Kingdom. Moreover, the port is connected by rail to the Riyadh dry port and boasts 43 fully equipped berths with a handling capacity of up to 105 million tons of cargo and containers.
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