15,000 tons of cargo handled at Red Sea ports
“A total of 14 vessel movements, including arrivals and departures, were recorded at Red Sea Ports Authority (RSPA) facilities, with 15,000 tons of cargo, 781 trucks and 112 vehicles handled,” the Authority said in a statement Thursday, October 1, 2026. Imports accounted for eight vessels, 8,000 tons of cargo, 494 trucks and 98 vehicles, while … The post 15,000 tons of cargo handled at Red Sea…
In a recent statement on October 1, 2026, the Red Sea Ports Authority (RSPA) reported handling a total of 14 vessel movements, encompassing both arrivals and departures. The cargo volume amounted to 15,000 tons, transported via 781 trucks and 112 vehicles. The Authority's declaration outlined the distribution of cargo and vehicles, with imports coming from eight vessels carrying 8,000 tons, accompanied by 494 trucks and 98 vehicles.
Conversely, exports were facilitated by six vessels, moving 7,000 tons of cargo, along with 287 trucks and 14 vehicles.
Safaga Port was highlighted as the key recipient, welcoming the vessel ELENA carrying 1,120 live cattle weighing 504 tons from Djibouti. This shipment was destined for the National Service Authority, and pending its arrival, the port authorities were engaged in essential safety inspections. Additionally, Safaga Port acknowledged the arrival of three other vessels: ALCUDIA EXPRESS, Al-Horreya 2, and Amal. Conversely, PELAGOS EXPRESS and BRIDGE departed from the port.
Nuweiba Port, on the other hand, contributed significantly by managing 5,400 tons of cargo, transported through 315 trucks using shuttle trips operated by three vessels. The report concluded by noting that the statistics delivered a comprehensive overview of the bustling Red Sea ports' operations during the specified period.
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