SAUDI ARABIA LAUNCHES SEA-TO-AIR CARGO CORRIDOR VIA WESTERN PORTS

Saudi Arabia has launched a sea-to-air logistics corridor linking its western seaports with airports to keep cargo moving to global markets amid disruptions affecting shipping routes and flight schedules.

The initiative is a collaboration between Saudia Cargo, Saudi Ports Authority and Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, according to a statement.

The corridor allows inbound maritime shipments arriving at Saudi ports to be transferred to air freight services, creating a faster alternative route for international cargo.

Initial operations have begun through Jeddah Islamic Port on the kingdom’s western coast. The route is designed to help redirect cargo flows when required and support business continuity.

Under the framework, cargo can move between seaports and airports under a single customs declaration, supported by pre-clearance procedures and smart inspection controls.

Authorities said the system enables containers to move from port terminals to aircraft within shorter timeframes.

Saudia Cargo said the corridor forms part of efforts to strengthen integration between Saudi Arabia’s maritime and air logistics infrastructure, allowing shipments to shift between transport modes as conditions evolve.

The company said the move is intended to ensure essential and commercial goods continue moving reliably while maintaining supply chain continuity.

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2026-03-13T06:42:09Z