With the growth of China-Saudi trade and cross-border e-commerce, Saudi overseas warehouse logistics has evolved into a comprehensive service chain encompassing "Warehousing, Customs Clearance, Last-Mile Delivery and Value-Added Services."
Within the core services, DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) arrangements require coordination with SABER certification and FASAH manifest filing. Leading providers, such as ANSIIDA, can efficiently handle compliance for high-risk product categories. Localized warehouse networks are strategically located in hubs like Riyadh and Jeddah, utilizing WMS for real-time inventory management. Last-mile delivery relies on local couriers or proprietary fleets, with some providers offering "2-hour express delivery" in certain cities, compressing the total transit time to 7-10 days.
Value-added services cater to specific sectors: temperature-controlled transport and SFDA/Halal certification support are available for healthcare and fresh goods, while e-commerce integration with platforms like Amazon and Noon offers services such as labeling/relabeling and fulfillment. It's crucial to note upcoming 2025 regulations, including the PTA license requirement and Arabic labeling; goods without a valid SC Certificate will be 100% returned.
On the cost front, bulk sea freight can be 30%-50% cheaper than air freight, and local return/replacement costs can be reduced by over 70%. Looking ahead, providers are accelerating the application of AI and IoT, while also piloting green logistics initiatives. Businesses should prioritize partners who are compliant, offer data transparency, and can align with their specific product category needs.
Ontask Express focuses on the Saudi special line, providing customers with efficient and reliable Saudi cargo, with a focus on the Middle East region. With overseas warehouses in Jeddah and Riyadh, along with a self-managed Chinese delivery team, we empower Chinese products to go global and benefit all humanity!