Saudi Arabia sees 331% rise in imported empty containers as exports skyrockets

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia witnessed a 331 percent rise in the import volumes of empty containers between January and May compared to the same period last year, said the Saudi Ports Authority.

Import volumes of empty containers rose from 20,985 TEUs to 69,429 TEUs in this particular period, according to the statement from the organisation, also known as Mawani.