Saudia Cargo records strong 2025 performance with 573,000 tonnes transported amid global expansion
Dhaka: Saudia Cargo has recorded a robust operational performance in 2025 as it transported more than 573,000 tonnes of cargo with over 4,000 flights. The airline provided these figures along with operational highlights in an official statement published recently.
During this period, it handled 15,000 tonnes in total exports and achieved a Net Promoter Score of 57. It also maintained an on-time performance rate exceeding 90% to ensure reliability and customer satisfaction, particularly in handling high-value and time-sensitive shipments.
Meanwhile, Saudia Cargo strengthened its domestic and international presence through multiple agreements. In the kingdom, it partnered with the Saudi Tourism Authority and the Al-Ahsa Development Authority to support national development initiatives.
Internationally, the carrier signed cooperation agreements with China Cargo Airlines and China’s Henan Group with an aim to enhance trade connectivity between Asia and Europe via Zhengzhou and Riyadh.
To further expand capacity, the company entered into a strategic leasing agreement with ASL Aviation Holdings for two Airbus A330-300P2F freighters. One of these aircraft has been delivered recently, while the other is expected to arrive in the coming months.
Saudia Cargo also launched permanent cargo routes to Zhengzhou in China and Milan in Italy to strengthen its footprint in key international markets and improve access to major trade corridors.
In June 2025, the company announced the launch of a new Hong Kong-headquartered entity, “Saudia Cargo Global,” in partnership with TAM Group. The move is intended to expand its presence in Asia, one of the world’s most dynamic commercial regions.
The carrier’s performance in 2025 was further recognized through multiple industry accolades. It received awards for Operational Excellence, Digital Transformation, and Corporate Social Responsibility and was named Best E-Commerce Carrier in the Middle East for 2025.
In addition, Saudia Cargo obtained IATA CEIV Fresh certification for handling perishable goods and secured four new ISO certifications, bringing its total to six international accreditations, as part of its broader commitment to quality, digital innovation, and sustainability.
The Middle Eastern cargo carrier remarked the year’s results reflect qualitative growth, supported by strategic partnerships and enhanced connectivity, reinforcing its position as a key enabler of international trade and global supply chains.
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