Saudia Cargo Wins “Best E-commerce Carrier of the Year-Middle East” at Payload Asia Awards

Saudia Cargo, the leading air cargo carrier, was awarded the prestigious “Best E-commerce Carrier of the Year-Middle East” title for the second consecutive year at the Payload Asia Awards.

This recognition underscores the company’s outstanding performance in e-commerce logistics and its essential role in facilitating the global movement of e-commerce shipments.

Additionally, the company’s strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as Cainiao, Alibaba’s logistics arm, have been instrumental in optimizing operations and meeting the growing demand for fast, reliable e-commerce logistics solutions.

The expansion this year with a direct route from Shenzhen, China, further cemented Saudia Cargo’s position in one of the world’s most significant e-commerce markets. By 2024, Saudia Cargo will operate across all major e-commerce hubs globally, enhancing its ability to meet rising consumer demands and maintain its leadership in the industry.

Teddy Zebitz, CEO of Saudia Cargo, stated: “We are honored to receive this award for the second consecutive year. It reflects our team’s dedication to excellence and commitment to exceptional service. Our agile approach and consistent industry record high aircraft on-time performance have been key in connecting e-commerce platforms with their customers worldwide, especially during peak periods.”

“In 2023, Saudia Cargo further strengthened its position as a global e-commerce leader by expanding our network, increasing flight frequencies to major hubs like Hong Kong with over 16 weekly flights, and successfully operating more than 100 e-commerce charters. In 2024, we also significantly expanded our presence in mainland China. This growth is reflected in our 25% year-over-year increase in e-commerce volumes, all delivered on time to our customers,” he added.

Saudia Cargo is dedicated to supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by driving economic diversification and playing a pivotal role in the projected 50% increase in average e-commerce spending per user in the Kingdom over the next three years. Through strategic collaborations and ongoing innovation, Saudia Cargo continues to lead the logistics industry, facilitating trade and connecting global markets with the Kingdom.