The expansion has also introduced automated and electrified yard cranes, while the number of quay cranes is set to increase from 14 to 17 by the end of 2025, and eventually to 22 as capacity expands to 5 million TEUs
The groundbreaking follows on the heels of DP World opening freight forwarding offices in Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh
The authority signed the contracts with Zamil Marine Services and Naghi Marine Company to provide diverse maritime services
The port’s cargo column saw an addition of 19.33 per cent to the 2022 volume to achieve about 5,261,883 tons
Mawani said the logistics park is expected to further boost its role as a key player in the national transportation ecosystem
The kingdom’s trade gateways also welcomed 933,000 passengers in 2022, a 36 per cent spike from 2021 when 688,000 passengers arrived in the country