Alibaba to help display Saudi products on its platform +

DECARBONIZATION-

Sohar port debuts biofuel bunkering in tugboat operations: Oman’s Sohar port will start using biofuel bunkering in tugboat operations after experimenting with B20 — an 80% diesel and 20% biofuel mix — at Tug Sohar, according to a statement. The port aims to expand the project to include locomotives by July, the statement adds. The use of biofuel will help the company lower its greenhouse gas emissions towards an initial target of 17%, which is in line with Oman’s net zero 2050 goal.

TRADE-

Saudi products to access global markets through Alibaba: The Saudi Export Development Authority (Saudi Exports) has inked an agreement with Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba to offer Saudi products on the platform, expanding their reach to global markets, SPA reports. Alibaba will designate a section of its platform to Saudi companies, making it easier for shoppers looking for Saudi products.

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• Saudia Cargo inks MoU with Red Sea Global: Saudia Cargo has signed an MoU with Red Sea Global to enhance cargo shipping services, accelerate the development of key projects, and establish links between the Red Sea Airport and upwards of 800 global air cargo destinations. (Statement)