Jeddah Islamic Port Container Throughput Hits Record 582,907 TEUs in October 2026
Shipping Arabia, November 12, 2026 – Jeddah Islamic Port container throughput reached an all-time monthly high of 582,907 TEUs in October 2026, according to the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani). The figure exceeded the port’s previous monthly record, set in June 2026, by 27.45%, establishing a new benchmark for container handling at the Red Sea gateway.
The achievement marks the highest monthly container volume recorded in the port’s history. Mawani attributed the performance to operational efficiency and highlighted its significance for facilitating maritime trade and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s logistics capabilities.
Jeddah Islamic Port Surpasses Previous Container Record
The October performance represents a significant improvement over the previous record established just four months earlier.
According to Mawani, the 582,907 TEUs handled during October exceeded the June 2026 record by 27.45%. The result establishes a new monthly throughput milestone for one of Saudi Arabia’s key maritime gateways.
The authority emphasized that the record reflects the port’s operational efficiency and its role in facilitating the movement of goods through the Red Sea.
Supporting Trade Flows and Supply Chain Continuity
Beyond the container throughput milestone, Mawani highlighted several logistics benefits associated with the port’s performance.
These include streamlining trade flows, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting supply chain continuity. The authority also identified the achievement as contributing to Saudi Arabia’s position in the global logistics sector.
Located on the Red Sea coast, Jeddah Islamic Port serves as an important logistics gateway for the Kingdom. Its latest monthly container record further reinforces the port’s standing within Saudi Arabia’s maritime trade and logistics network.
The October 2026 performance establishes a new benchmark for Jeddah Islamic Port container throughput, highlighting the port’s operational capabilities and its importance to the Kingdom’s logistics sector.
Source: Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani)
