Saudi Arabia: King Salman Energy Park’s Logistics Zone to begin operations in 2024

Saudi Arabia: King Salman Energy Park’s Logistics Zone to begin operations in 2024

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King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) has said that its Logistics Zone will begin operations in 2024.

The Logistics Zone, an advanced, fully automated district, will feature the first and largest private dry port in the region, on-site customs clearance services and bonded warehouses.

It will be operated and maintained by SPARK Logistics, a joint venture established between SPARK and Hutchison Ports, a global ports operator.

The Logistics Zone will leverage SPARK’s strategic location in the Eastern Province, serving as a gateway for the regional energy sector.

It aims to ease access to global markets and enable businesses to capture the growing demand for energy-related products through a seamless and efficient supply chain.

Capacity of the Logistics Zone

Once fully operational, the zone will handle up to ten million tonnes of cargo utilising fully automated RTG’s (rubber tyred gantry yard cranes) and gates, along with the latest dedicated non-invasive scanning equipment to expedite the clearance of cargo.

Saif Al Qahtani, president and CEO of SPARK said, “The establishment of the zone marks an important milestone for SPARK as we work towards building an integrated, world-class ecosystem in the heart of energy demand for investors and tenants.

“Through the zone, we aim to attract significant investment, drive economic