Saudi Arabia's Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has unveiled a major port infrastructure investment package worth more than US$613 million, aimed at expanding cargo-handling capabilities and strengthening the kingdom’s position as a regional logistics powerhouse.
The announcement includes a series of development projects across King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam and Jubail Commercial Port.
The initiatives form part of the country’s broader strategy to modernize maritime infrastructure and support the goals of Vision 2030, which seeks to diversify the economy beyond oil and establish Saudi Arabia as a global trade and logistics hub.
The investment package comprises five new projects with a combined value exceeding US$613 million.
The developments are expected to enhance operational efficiency, increase container throughput, and improve supply chain connectivity across the Eastern Province, one of the kingdom’s most important industrial regions.
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A key component of the plan is a concession agreement awarded to Saudi Global Ports (SGP) for the development, management, and operation of the container terminal at Jubail Commercial Port.
The project is valued at approximately US$580 million and is expected to significantly expand the port’s handling capacity while introducing advanced technologies and operational systems.
Officials said the investments reflect growing confidence in Saudi Arabia’s logistics sector and demonstrate the government's commitment to attracting private-sector participation in major infrastructure projects.
The latest developments are being implemented through partnerships with local and international operators, a model increasingly adopted across the kingdom's transport and logistics sectors.
King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam remains central to Saudi Arabia’s maritime ambitions. Located on the Arabian Gulf, the port serves as a critical gateway for imports and exports and supports major industrial and manufacturing activities across the Eastern Province.
Enhancing its capabilities is expected to improve trade flows and strengthen links between Saudi industries and international markets.
The expansion comes amid rising demand for efficient logistics services throughout the Gulf region. As global supply chains continue to evolve, Saudi Arabia has intensified efforts to upgrade transport infrastructure, expand warehousing capacity, and streamline cargo movement.
Authorities believe these improvements will help reduce transit times, lower operating costs, and increase the competitiveness of Saudi ports.
Industry experts view the investment as another milestone in the kingdom’s push to become one of the world’s leading logistics centers.
Over the past several years, Saudi Arabia has announced a series of port modernization projects, logistics zones, and transport initiatives designed to support economic growth and attract foreign investment.
Beyond maritime operations, the new projects are expected to generate wider economic benefits, including job creation and opportunities for businesses involved in logistics, transportation, warehousing, and supply chain services.
The developments are also likely to support industrial expansion in the Eastern Province, where demand for reliable trade infrastructure continues to grow.
With construction and implementation expected to progress in phases, the expansion plan marks another significant step in Saudi Arabia’s long-term effort to transform its ports into world-class logistics gateways serving regional and global trade routes.
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