The Saudi Ports Authority "Mawani", has signed a contract; to establish a logistics park at Jeddah Islamic Port, with a total area of 54,000 square meters, to enhance sea and air connectivity.
The project will contribute in improving the logistics services provided, aiming to raise the Kingdom's ranking in international indicators.
The signing took place at Jeddah Islamic Port, by His Excellency the President of the Saudi Ports Authority ”Mawani”, Mr. Omar Hariri, and the Managing Director & CEO of "Saudi Logistics Services Company" SAL, Mr. Faisal bin Saad bin Albedah.
This comes as part of Saudi Ports Authority 'Mawani" efforts to achieve its strategic objectives by developing and offering investment opportunities for the private sector, and developing sustainable capacities and solutions.
The park will be built according to the latest environmental-friendly international specifications that will contribute to developing the logistics services at Jeddah Islamic Port.
The list of features offered by the integrated logistics area include: main logistics services, and integrated environmental systems, including smart warehouses, yards for storing and distributing goods, and re-export zone.
Jeddah Islamic Port is the largest port on the Red Sea, and it ranks first in transit trade and container and cargo handling.
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