Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority (TGA) has announced that licensed commercial transport establishments are now permitted to contract for third-party goods transport services on their own behalf.
Valid as an exceptional measure until September 25, this step aims to enhance the efficient use of the land transport fleet and boost operational flexibility to keep pace with current changes, as per the statement.
The TGA explained that this measure is part of a set of exceptional procedures designed to help establishments maximize their operational capabilities. By implementing these steps, the goal is to ensure the smooth continuity of supply chains, improve the efficiency of goods transportation within Saudi Arabia, and facilitate seamless trade with neighboring countries. This approach aims to strengthen the overall logistics sector, ensuring a more reliable and effective movement of goods across borders.
The authority clarified that benefiting from this allowance is conditional upon the truck being registered as a public transport vehicle and belonging to a licensed commercial transport establishment.
Furthermore, all transport operations must be documented through the Logisti platform to ensure organized processes and enhance reliability and transparency.
The TGA confirmed that this step is part of a broader package of measures aimed at enhancing the sector’s readiness. These initiatives include declaring over 500,000 trucks ready to facilitate the movement of goods, launching a guide for national carriers via the Logisti platform, permitting empty refrigerated trucks from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to enter the Kingdom, and extending the operational lifespan of trucks to 22 years for six months. Together, these measures aim to enhance supply chain stability and improve overall sector efficiency, as per the statement.
