The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the addition of Hapag-Lloyd’s SE4 shipping service to Jeddah Islamic Port.
This strategic move aims to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s maritime competitiveness and expand its global trade connectivity, further positioning the Kingdom as a key player in international shipping and logistics.
This new route links Jeddah to major international hubs, including Tianjin Xingang, Qingdao, Ningbo, and Shanghai in China, as well as Busan in Korea and Tanjung Pelepas in Malaysia.
Boasting a capacity of up to 17,000 TEUs, the service aligns with the National Transport and Logistics Strategy to establish Saudi Arabia as a leading global logistics hub connecting three continents.
Mawani adds new AE19 shipping service
Furthermore, Mawani added the Maersk’s new AE19 shipping service to Jeddah Islamic Port, significantly boosting the Kingdom’s maritime connectivity with global markets.
“This high-capacity service, utilizing vessels capable of carrying up to 17,000 TEUs, links Jeddah to primary Asian hubs including Shanghai, Ningbo, Qingdao, and Xingang in China, Busan in Korea, and Tanjung Pelepas in Malaysia,” as per the statement.
The route also extends to the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa and strategic Mediterranean hubs before reaching Singapore.
This expansion aligns with Vision 2030 objectives to solidify Saudi Arabia’s position as a global logistics hub, enhancing the competitiveness of Jeddah Islamic Port and facilitating the growth of national exports through improved access to international supply chains.
According to the statement, Jeddah Islamic Port continues to expand its operational footprint, utilizing its 62 multi-purpose berths and specialized terminals to support a total handling capacity of 130 million tons.
