Investments drive record container handling at Jeddah Islamic Port, expert says
Engineering expert Saud Al-Dalbahi credits investments in infrastructure and digital solutions for Jeddah Islamic Port’s record container throughput in July 2026.
Engineering analyst Saud Al-Dalbahi attributes Jeddah Islamic Port's record-breaking container handling in July 2026 to substantial investments in infrastructure and digital technologies. The port achieved its highest monthly throughput ever, processing a total of 540,107 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of cargo. This surpasses all previous records held by the facility.
Speaking on Al Ekhbariya TV, Al-Dalbahi noted that the port's expanded capacity is the result of significant upgrades to its berths, equipment, and digital systems. These investments have greatly improved handling efficiency and strengthened the port's connections with major shipping lines worldwide. Data from the Saudi Ports Authority revealed that the July 2026 volumes included 155,270 export containers, 206,927 import containers, 138,615 transshipment containers, and 39,295 transit containers.
Beyond container movement, Al-Dalbahi highlighted that the port's gates handled an average of 20,000 trucks per day, both inbound and outbound. This surge in activity, according to Al-Dalbahi, underscores the vital role of infrastructure and digital advancements in driving the port's record-breaking performance.
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