Saudi Ports Authority enhances marine link with Iraq

BAGHDAD : The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced a significant new initiative to connect King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with Umm Qasr Port in Iraq.

This move is a key step in Mawani’s ongoing efforts to strengthen Saudi Arabia’s trade relations with Iraq while improving its global standing on the maritime network connectivity index.

The new link between Dammam and Umm Qasr is expected to play a vital role in facilitating smoother and more efficient trade between Saudi Arabia and Iraq. As Iraq remains a key trading partner, the route will help reduce transit times and bolster economic collaboration between the two nations.

In addition to the new route to Iraq, Mawani has unveiled plans to establish direct connections to two major ports in India—Nhava Sheva and Mundra. These routes will collectively offer a capacity of 1,700 standard containers.