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- It comes within the framework of Mawani’s efforts to improve the maritime network’s connectivity index with global shipping lines
RIYADH: The Saudi Ports Authority, also known as Mawani, has announced the addition of the new FEM1 shipping service, in partnership with CStar and UGL, to Jeddah Islamic Port.
It aims to enhance the movement of imports and exports to and from the port, supported by reliable and efficient operations in a safe and sustainable environment.
It comes within the framework of Mawani’s efforts to improve the maritime network’s connectivity index with global shipping lines, while enhancing the competitiveness of ports and increasing their connectivity with worldwide locations.
It is in line with the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy and aims to promote the Kingdom’s standing as a global logistics center.
The new shipping service connects Jeddah Islamic Port to Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo and Nansha in China, Klang in Malaysia, and Istanbul in Turkiye.
The addition of new maritime shipping services to Jeddah Islamic Port contributes to strengthening its central role due to its distinctive strategic location, enabling it to connect the three continents of Europe, Asia and Africa.
In addition, it confirms its competitive advantage for exporters, importers and shipping agents as the first port on the Red Sea coast in the field of maritime transit trade, container and cargo transportation.