Saudi ports record an increase in container throughput during September 2022, reaching a total of 657,420 TEUs which represents a 9.2% growth compared to the same month last year.
Export boxes reached 266,654 TEUs with a 12.48% increase compared to September last year, import containers reached 203,000 TEUs with a 6.74% increase, while transshipment containers recorded an 8.59% increase to reach 271,690 TEUs.
Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) said this achievement is an outcome of its initiatives, which aim to develop the maritime sector, increase operational efficiency and enhance the legislative and regulatory environment by restructuring procedures.
Moreover, Saudi ports witnessed a rise in the number of vessels to reach 1,256 vessels which is a 20.08% increase compared to the 1,046 vessels recorded last year.
