The Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services
Maritime Sector
Objectives of the Maritime Sector

Optimizing Port Utilization
Maximizing the efficiency of Saudi ports by maintaining a 70% utilization rate, ensuring seamless operations and enhanced capacity to support growing trade demands.

Enabling the Export Sector
Enhancing Saudi Arabia’s global export competitiveness by strengthening port capabilities, streamlining logistics, and facilitating seamless access to international markets.

Leveraging the Strategic Geographical Location
Positioning Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub by capitalizing on its unique location to enhance trade routes, streamline supply chains, and strengthen connectivity with international markets.

Environmental Sustainability
Minimizing the environmental impact of maritime transport by adopting sustainable practices, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting eco-friendly port operations.

Driving Investment
Attracting local and international investments by enhancing port infrastructure, expanding logistics capabilities, and creating a competitive maritime business environment.
Targets of Maritime Sector
The National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS) aims to enhance Saudi Arabia’s maritime sector by expanding port capacities, improving logistics efficiency, attracting investments, and leveraging the Kingdom’s strategic location to strengthen its position as a global trade and logistics hub.