Saudi ports saw a 9.5 per cent rise in container throughput in August, reaching 750,600 TEU, according to the Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI), reports Saudi financial news portal Argaam.

Cargo tonnage at Saudi ports rose 9.52 per cent year-on-year to 750,630 tons in August, up from 685,410 tons in the same month last year.

Transshipment container volumes increased 14.68 per cent to 189,410 TEU, compared to 165,160 TEU in August 2024.

Outbound containers climbed 7.95 per cent to 279,550, while inbound containers rose 7.80 per cent to 281,680, both compared to the same month last year.

Maritime traffic grew 13.16 per cent year-on-year, with 1,120 ships arriving in August. Passenger numbers surged 70.10 per cent to 85,640, while car imports rose 4.27 per cent to 107,830.

Total handled cargo, including solid and liquid bulk, declined 12.44 per cent to 20.20 million tons, down from 23.07 million tons a year earlier. General cargo reached 1.08 million tons, dry bulk 4.58 million tons and liquid bulk 14.54 million tons.

Livestock imports rose 17.16 per cent to 494,950 heads in August, compared to 422,450 in the same month of 2024.