Connectivity across Saudi Arabia’s ports is set to improve with the addition of two new shipping services, expanding the Kingdom’s maritime trade reach to 19 global destinations.
The Saudi Ports Authority, known as Mawani, announced the launch of the IM2 shipping service at Jeddah Islamic Port, operated by Emirates Line and Wan Hai - marking the 22nd service added since the start of 2025.
With a handling capacity of 2,800 twenty-foot equivalent units, the service connects Jeddah to three major international ports - Mundra in India, Alexandria in Egypt, and Mersin in Turkiye.
The developments are part of Mawani’s ongoing efforts to enhance Saudi Arabia’s ranking in global performance indicators, support national export flows in line with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, and solidify the Kingdom’s role as a pivotal logistics gateway connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe.
In a statement, Mawani said: “This service will contribute to enhancing the competitiveness of Saudi ports, facilitating global trade, opening new business opportunities, and raising the operational efficiency of Jeddah Islamic Port.”
Source: Arab news