King Fahd Industrial Port

Shipping Arabia, October 12, 2026 – King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, exported more than 1,490 TEUs of SABIC products through the Red Sea Express shipping service in September 2026, according to the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani). The port also handled the import of 1,000 TEUs of empty containers through the service during the same period.

The figures highlight container activity at King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu, with the Red Sea Express service supporting the maritime transportation of Saudi industrial products to regional markets.

Red Sea Express Supports SABIC Exports

The Red Sea Express service facilitated the export of more than 1,490 TEUs of SABIC products during September, alongside the inbound movement of 1,000 TEUs of empty containers.

According to Mawani, the service provides fast and direct maritime transport options, supporting the movement of Saudi products through King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu. The authority also highlighted its contribution to enhancing the competitiveness of national products in regional markets.

The combination of export cargo and imported empty containers reflects the service’s role in facilitating container movements through the industrial port.

Improving Cargo Handling and Operational Efficiency

Beyond container volumes, Mawani emphasized the operational benefits associated with the Red Sea Express service. These include accelerating cargo handling procedures and reducing waiting times at the port.

The authority identified improved operational efficiency and direct maritime transport options as important elements in supporting Saudi exports and strengthening their competitiveness in regional markets.

The September performance demonstrates the Red Sea Express service’s contribution to handling SABIC export shipments and supporting containerized maritime trade through King Fahd Industrial Port in Yanbu.

Source: Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani)

Shipping Arabia, October 9, 2026 – The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has extended the King Fahd Industrial Port storage exemption in Yanbu until December 5, 2026, providing a 20-day storage fee waiver for eligible loaded export cargo and empty import units. The measure aims to facilitate cargo movements and improve operational efficiency at the Red Sea port.

The extension applies to several categories of cargo and transport equipment, including containers, flat racks and trailers. Dangerous goods classified under the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code are also included in the exemption for loaded exports.

According to Mawani, the extended free storage period is intended to support smoother cargo flows and strengthen the efficiency of port operations.

King Fahd Industrial Port Storage Exemption Covers Multiple Cargo Categories

Under the extended arrangement, eligible loaded export cargo will benefit from a 20-day exemption from storage charges.

The exemption covers containers, flat racks, trailers and dangerous goods classified under the IMDG Code. Including these categories provides storage flexibility for different types of export cargo handled at the port.

For empty import units, Mawani has also established a 20-day free storage period. This applies to containers, flat racks and trailers.

The distinction between loaded exports and empty imports defines the scope of the exemption. While dangerous goods are explicitly included in the loaded export category, the announcement does not separately list them under empty imports.

The exemption will remain in effect until December 5, 2026, according to the authority’s announcement.

Supporting Cargo Flow and Operational Efficiency at Yanbu

Mawani stated that extending the storage fee exemption will support the smooth movement of goods and enhance operational efficiency at King Fahd Industrial Port.

The measure provides eligible exporters, shipping lines and logistics operators with additional flexibility in managing cargo storage and equipment movements.

A 20-day free storage period can provide more time to coordinate export shipments and manage the movement of empty transport equipment without incurring storage charges during the eligible period.

The inclusion of containers, flat racks and trailers also reflects the range of cargo transport equipment covered by the arrangement.

For businesses using King Fahd Industrial Port, the extension provides a defined period of storage cost relief for qualifying exports and empty imports.

The initiative is consistent with Mawani’s stated objective of improving cargo movement and operational efficiency at the port.

By maintaining the exemption until December 5, 2026, the authority is continuing a measure designed to facilitate port operations and support the movement of goods through Yanbu.

Source: Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani)