Saudi Arabian logistics provider SAL has joined Cargo iQ as a full member, further expanding the organization's membership base and reinforcing its commitment to improving air cargo quality standards.

Cargo iQ continues to integrate stakeholders from across the supply chain, aiming to enhance process transparency and efficiency in global air freight operations. The addition of SAL aligns with this objective, bringing regional expertise and operational insights to the network.

"As handlers of 95% of Saudi Arabia's inbound and outbound cargo, and drivers of quality and efficiency, SAL is an important addition to the Cargo iQ membership," Marie Seco-Köppen, executive director, Cargo iQ, said.

"Its ambitious plans to achieve better coordination, visibility, resource optimisation, and rapid information exchange, will also enable industry stakeholders working with it to improve process quality."

Cargo iQ said it is working with SAL to create their membership roadmap, and has implemented the milestones Freight Into Warehouse (FIW) and Freight Out of Warehouse (FOW), which help to improve transparency of warehouse processes and will bring more clarity to the SLA performance exchanges with the airlines.

SAL has implemented FIW and FOW processes in compliance with Cargo iQ standards, improving transparency and operational efficiency.

The announcement noted that the initiative marks the first phase of SAL's broader effort to optimize logistics operations, focusing on Exception Handling and Freight Waybill Performance (FWB).

The enhancements aim to identify issues proactively, ensure timely resolutions, and improve service efficiency.

"Transparency and innovation are at the core of our logistics transformation," Mohammed Shahahmad, IT Director, Business Application, said.

"By focusing on process improvements and leveraging digital tools, we are creating more reliable, efficient, and customer-centric solutions."

SAL's success is driven by its cloud-based enterprise system and integrated cargo community platform, which enable seamless multimodal and cross-border trade through a unified digital window.

This platform provides real-time visibility and coordination across the supply chain, benefiting all stakeholders involved.