DP World and Mawani inaugurate new South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port

DP World and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) have unveiled the new South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, marking a major milestone in the SAR3bn (US$800m) expansion more than doubling capacity from 1.8m teu to 4m teu. 

The three-year project has transformed South Container Terminal into one of the region’s most advanced and sustainable container terminals and the expansion paves the way for a future capacity of 5m teu, with additional ship-to-shore (STS) equipment to be deployed as demand grows. 

The terminal spans a total quay length of 2,150 m, including a deep-water quay with an 18 m depth, capable of accommodating up to five ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs) simultaneously.