FedEx launches first nonstop flight from the West to KSA

FedEx, has launched its first dedicated flight into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, connecting KSA with the US and Europe, making FedEx the first express logistics provider to offer a nonstop route from the West to the Kingdom, Awad Al-Sulami, Vice President, Economic Regulations and Cargo, General Authority of Civil Aviation. This milestone enhances access to global trade lanes and supports the goals of Vision 2030 to diversify the economy, facilitate trade, and elevate the Kingdom’s position as a global logistics powerhouse. Operating six times per week, the new flight links the Americas and Europe to Riyadh, with onward connections to Guangzhou and Shanghai, using a B777 freighter. From Riyadh, shipments destined for the Northern Gulf markets are distributed via the FedEx air and Middle East Road Network. The service enables Kingdom-based businesses and SMEs to access time-efficient and reliable imports from key global markets through express and economy solutions.