Saudi Global Ports (SGP) has started its work on a 1.3 billion Saudi riyals (USD 347 million) integrated logistics park at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, apart from breaking ground on the Dammam Integrated Logistics Zone. The foundation stone was laid by Eastern Province Governor Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz in the presence of Transport and Logistics Services Minister and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) Chairman Saleh Al-Jasser, and Mawani President Suliman Al-Mazroua.
The Dammam Integrated Logistics Zone represents an investment of up to SAR 1.3 billion (USD 346 million), while offering features like modular warehousing, cold chain and vehicle storage, re-export and light manufacturing zones, dedicated areas for petrochemical products, e-commerce storage, and container handling.
“Linked directly to SGP Container Terminals, SGP Multipurpose Terminals and SGP Intermodal (the Riyadh Dry Port Ecosystem), the zone aims to provide an integrated trade solution connecting sea, land, and industrial logistics for domestic and international customers,” reported Port Technology International.
The Eastern Province Governor also inaugurated the newly completed expansion works at the port’s Second Container Terminal, which increased its capacity from 2.5 million TEUs (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units) to 3.8 million TEUs. The SAR 1.5 billion (USD 400 million) project also extended Berth 44 by 225 metres, raising the total quay length to 925 metres and enabling the terminal to accommodate two ultra-large vessels simultaneously.
“The two projects, representing total private-sector investments exceeding SAR 2.8 billion (USD 747 million), are expected to boost throughput capacity, improve service quality and increase integration between King Abdulaziz Port and the Riyadh Dry Port through smoother sea-rail cargo transfers,” the Mawani statement said.
Eng. Abdullah Al Zamil, Chairman of the Board of SGP, during the occasion, said, “The expansion of Terminal 2 and launch of SGP Freezones reflects SGP’s commitment to be future-ready and deliver the world-class infrastructure that strengthens the Kingdom’s logistics competitiveness. As one of the national champions for ports and logistics, SGP is proud to help position the Kingdom as a leading global logistics hub and a true gateway to growth, in alignment with Vision 2030.”
“The inauguration of Terminal 2 and the groundbreaking of the Dammam Integrated Logistics Zone represent more than the physical expansion of infrastructure. They reflect our belief in Saudi Arabia’s trade potential and our commitment to meeting the growing demand. At SGP, we are creating a connected port ecosystem that will drive efficiency, capacity, and sustainable growth for years to come. We extend our sincere appreciation to Mawani and the other key government partners for their continued support and shared dedication to promoting trade diversification, job creation, and supply chain resilience throughout the Kingdom,” SGP CEO Rob Harrison noted.