Maersk + Saudi Post to roll out e-commerce logistics solution

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Maersk + Saudi Post to roll out e-commerce logistics solution: Maersk Saudi Arabia and Saudi Post (SPL) signed an MoU to create a combined end-to-end logistics solution for e-commerce businesses operating in the Kingdom and potentially the wider GCC region, according to a press release.

The details: Maersk will leverage its global network and new 225k sqm Jeddah logistics park, which has a capacity of 200k TEU containers per year, to manage international shipping and fulfillment, while SPL will handle all domestic operations, including express customs clearance and last-mile delivery. The agreement also formalizes cooperation in technology integration, marketing activities, customer service, and operational processes.

REGULATION WATCH-

Fresh regulations on municipal violations penalties to come into effect in a month, after their publication in the official gazette (pdf) last Friday. Violators will face a gradual scheme of penalties based on violation severity, including amending violations at their own expense, up to SAR 500k fines for nonserious violations, and up to SAR 1 mn for serious ones, with all penalties to double on violation repetition.

More violations and penalties: Violations from commercial units could lead to up to 2 weeks closure, or up to 2-year commercial license suspension. Abandoned vehicles for more than 7 days will be impounded by authorities. Cattle strolls in municipal areas will also be impounded. Unauthorized constructions, or constructions exceeding permitted limits will be demolished at the violator’s expense.

INFRASTRUCTURE-

SAR 380 mn road projects in Riyadh completed: Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz inaugurated six road projects for SAR 380 mn spanning a total of 112 km in length, state news agency SPA reported yesterday.