About The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia
The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia, along with its subsidiaries, specializes in vessel operations for cargo transportation within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1978 and headquartered in Riyadh, the company plays a pivotal role in the regional maritime industry.
Business Segments
- Transportation of Oil: Operates very large crude-oil carriers and product tankers.
- Transportation of Chemicals: Manages tankers in spot markets and under charter agreements.
- Logistics: Provides technical ship management and RoCon vessel services.
- Transportation of Dry Bulk: Handles bulk cargo with a dedicated fleet.
Key Operations
The company engages in:
- Crude oil and petrochemical product transportation.
- Maritime agency services for shipping companies.
- Cargo clearance, storage coordination, and marine transport activities.
- Ownership of land, properties, and shares in other companies.
Fleet Overview (as of December 31, 2023)
- 88 owned vessels and 10 leased vessels.
- 38 very large crude-oil carriers and 1 product tanker for oil transport.
- 36 chemical tankers in spot markets and 6 under charter agreements.
- 6 RoCon vessels for logistics.
- 11 vessels dedicated to dry bulk transportation.