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Zawya
21-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi: Aldrees records 25% profit growth in H1-25 amid higher revenue
Riyadh - Aldrees Petroleum and Transport Services Company posted 24.96% higher net profits at SAR 199.70 million in the first half (H1) of 2025, compared to SAR 159.80 million in H1-24. The revenues stood at SAR 12.03 billion in the first six months (6M) of 2025, marking a 34.38% year-on-year (YoY) jump from SAR 8.95 billion, according to the Anchorinterim financial statements. The earnings per share (EPS) climbed to SAR 2 in H1-25 from SAR 1.60 in the same period a year earlier. Quarterly Results In the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, the net profits of Aldrees hiked by 20.98% to SAR 99.70 million from SAR 82.41 million in Q2-24. Meanwhile, the revenues reached SAR 6.21 billion in the April-June 2025 period, reflecting an annual rise of 34.98% from SAR 4.60 billion. On a quarterly basis, the Q2-25 net profits edged down by 0.39% from SAR 100.10 million in Q1-25, while the revenues grew by 6.55% from SAR 5.82 billion. All Rights Reserved - Mubasher Info © 2005 - 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Reports U.S. GAAP Revenues, Net Earnings and Earnings Per Share for the Second Quarter 2025
Second Quarter 2025 Revenue: $2.93 billion; flat Second Quarter 2025 Operating Income: $197.3 million; down 4% Second Quarter 2025 EPS: $1.31 vs. $1.32; flat LOWELL, Ark., July 15, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT) announced second quarter 2025 U.S. GAAP (United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) net earnings of $128.6 million, or diluted earnings per share of $1.31 versus second quarter 2024 net earnings of $135.9 million, or $1.32 per diluted share. Total operating revenue for the current quarter was $2.93 billion and flat with the second quarter 2024. Revenue performance was driven by a 6% increase in Intermodal (JBI) loads and a 13% increase in Truckload (JBT) loads, a 3% increase in Dedicated Contract Services® (DCS®) productivity and a 6% increase in Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS) revenue per load. These items were offset by Final Mile Services® (FMS) revenue declining 10%, lower revenue per load in both JBI and JBT, a 9% decrease in ICS load volume and a 3% decline in average trucks in DCS. Current quarter total operating revenue, excluding fuel surcharge revenue, increased 1% versus the comparable quarter 2024. Operating income for the current quarter decreased 4% to $197.3 million versus $205.7 million for the second quarter 2024. The decrease in operating income was primarily due to increases in casualty and group medical claims expenses, and higher professional driver wages and equipment-related costs. Overall operating expenses increased 30bps versus the prior year period but decreased 40bps compared to the first quarter 2025, as productivity and cost-initiatives only partially offset the previously mentioned inflationary cost pressures. Operating income as a percentage of gross revenue decreased year-over-year as a result of the previously disclosed expense items, partially offset by lower rail and truck purchased transportation and fuel costs as a percentage of gross revenue. Net interest expense for the current quarter increased approximately 5% from the second quarter 2024 due to a higher consolidated debt balance, partially offset by lower effective interest rates. The effective income tax rate was 26.9% in the current quarter compared to 26.8% in the second quarter 2024. We continue to expect our 2025 annual tax rate to be between 24.0% and 25.0%. Segment Information: Intermodal (JBI) Second Quarter 2025 Segment Revenue: $1.44 billion; up 2% Second Quarter 2025 Operating Income: $95.7 million; down 4% Intermodal volume increased 6% over the same period in 2024. Transcontinental network loads decreased 1%, while eastern network loads increased 15% compared to the second quarter 2024. Overall demand for our intermodal service remained steady, despite market volatility surrounding global supply-chains and trade patterns. Volume growth in our Eastern network continues to be strong, driven by overall service execution and the value proposition it presents to customers. Segment gross revenue increased 2% from the prior-year period, reflecting the 6% increase in volume and a 3% decrease in gross revenue per load, resulting from changes in mix of freight, fuel surcharge revenue, and customer rates. Revenue per load excluding fuel surcharge revenue decreased 2% year-over-year. Operating income decreased 4% compared to the second quarter 2024 primarily from a combination of lower yields combined with an increase in professional driver wages, casualty and group medical claims expenses and higher maintenance costs. These items were partially offset by improvements in both tractor and trailing asset utilization and overall cost management initiatives. Dedicated Contract Services (DCS) Second Quarter 2025 Segment Revenue: $847 million; flat Second Quarter 2025 Operating Income: $93.7 million; down 3% DCS revenue was flat compared to the same period 2024 driven by a 3% decline in average trucks offset by a 3% increase in productivity (revenue per truck per week). Productivity excluding fuel surcharge revenue increased 5% from the prior-year period due to contracted indexed-based price escalators and a decline in idled equipment. On a net basis, there were 150 fewer revenue-producing trucks in the fleet by the end of the quarter compared to the prior-year period but 115 more versus the end of the first quarter 2025. Customer retention rates are approximately 92%. Operating income decreased 3% from the prior-year period primarily from higher group medical and casualty claims expenses, increased professional driver wages and equipment-related expenses. These items were partially offset by the maturing of new business onboarded over the past trailing twelve months and overall cost management initiatives. Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS) Second Quarter 2025 Segment Revenue: $260 million; down 4% Second Quarter 2025 Operating Loss: $(3.6) million; vs. $(13.3) million in Q2'24 ICS revenue declined 4% during the current quarter compared to the second quarter of 2024. Overall segment volume decreased 9% versus the prior-year period. Revenue per load increased 6% due to increases on contractual rates and changes in customer freight mix, partially offset by lower transactional rates compared to the second quarter of 2024. Contractual volume represented approximately 62% of the total load volume and 63% of the total revenue in the current quarter compared to 61% and 59%, respectively, in the second quarter 2024. Operating loss was $3.6 million compared to an operating loss of $13.3 million for the second quarter of 2024. Operating results improved from the prior-year quarter primarily due to a modest increase in gross profit, lower personnel-related expenses and lower cargo insurance and technology costs. Gross profit increased 1% versus the prior year period as a result of higher revenue per load and gross profit margins improving to 15.5% compared to 14.8% in the prior-year period. ICS carrier base increased 8% from the prior year period following recent declines resulting from changes made to carrier qualification requirements to mitigate cargo theft in prior periods. Final Mile Services (FMS) Second Quarter 2025 Segment Revenue: $211 million; down 10% Second Quarter 2025 Operating Income: $8.0 million; down 60% FMS revenue decreased 10% compared to the same period 2024. The decrease was primarily driven by general softness in demand across a majority of the end markets served and ongoing efforts to improve revenue quality and profitability across various accounts which resulted in some loss of business. Operating income decreased 60% compared to the prior-year period. Second quarter 2024 included a $1.1 million net benefit from two offsetting claim settlements. After consideration of this impact, operating income decreased primarily from lower revenue, higher casualty and group medical claims expenses and an increase in bad debt expense compared to the prior-year period. Truckload (JBT) Second Quarter 2025 Segment Revenue: $177 million; up 5% Second Quarter 2025 Operating Income: $3.4 million; down 5% JBT revenue increased 5% compared to the same period in the previous year. Revenue excluding fuel surcharge revenue increased 8% driven by a 13% increase in load volume partially offset by a 4% decline in revenue per load excluding fuel surcharge revenue. Total average effective trailer count decreased by approximately 450 units, or 4% versus the prior-year period. Trailer turns in the quarter were up 17% from the prior period primarily due to improved network balance and overall initiatives to improve equipment utilization. JBT operating income decreased 5% to $3.4 million compared to the second quarter 2024. The decrease in operating income was primarily driven by higher casualty and group medical claims expenses and increased maintenance-related costs. JBT segment operating income as a percentage of segment gross revenue decreased slightly year-over-year as a result of higher third-party capacity costs and insurance and claims expense as a percentage of gross revenue. Cash Flow and Capitalization: At June 30, 2025, we had approximately $1.72 billion outstanding on various debt instruments compared to $1.48 billion at June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2024. Our net capital expenditures for the six months ended June 30, 2025 approximated $399 million compared to $409 million for the same period 2024. At June 30, 2025, we had cash and cash equivalents of approximately $51 million. In the second quarter 2025, we purchased approximately 2,400,000 shares of common stock for approximately $319 million. At June 30, 2025, we had approximately $335 million remaining under our share repurchase authorization. Actual shares outstanding at June 30, 2025 approximated 96.8 million. Conference Call Information: The company will hold a conference call today from 4:00–5:00 p.m. CDT to discuss the quarterly earnings. Investors will have the opportunity to listen to the conference call live over the internet by going to Please log on 15 minutes early to register, download and install any necessary audio software. For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, an online replay of the earnings call webcast will be available a few hours after the completion of the call. Forward-Looking Statements: This press release may contain forward-looking statements, which are based on information currently available. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors, including, but not limited to, those discussed in Item 1A of our Annual Report filed on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024. We assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to the extent we become aware that it will not be achieved for any reason. This press release and additional information will be available to interested parties on our website, About J.B. Hunt J.B. Hunt's vision is to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. The company's industry-leading solutions and mode-neutral approach generate value for customers by eliminating waste, reducing costs and enhancing supply chain visibility. Powered by one of the largest company-owned fleets in the country and third-party capacity through its J.B. Hunt 360°® digital freight marketplace, J.B. Hunt can meet the unique shipping needs of any business, from first mile to final delivery, and every shipment in-between. Through disciplined investments in its people, technology and capacity, J.B. Hunt is delivering exceptional value and service that enable long-term growth for the company and its stakeholders. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. is an S&P 500 company and a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average. Its stock trades on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol JBHT. J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBHT. The company's services include intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, single source, last mile, transload and more. For more information, visit J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Earnings (in thousands, except per share data) (unaudited) Three Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 % Of % Of Amount Revenue Amount Revenue Operating revenues, excluding fuel surcharge revenues $ 2,576,319 $ 2,545,023 Fuel surcharge revenues 351,862 383,662 Total operating revenues 2,928,181 100.0% 2,928,685 100.0% Operating expenses Rents and purchased transportation 1,266,908 43.3% 1,274,011 43.5% Salaries, wages and employee benefits 816,941 27.9% 803,047 27.4% Depreciation and amortization 176,980 6.0% 184,658 6.3% Fuel and fuel taxes 153,710 5.2% 164,291 5.6% Operating supplies and expenses 128,245 4.4% 120,425 4.1% Insurance and claims 84,838 2.9% 73,222 2.5% General and administrative expenses, net of asset dispositions 74,876 2.6% 74,707 2.6% Operating taxes and licenses 17,770 0.6% 17,575 0.6% Communication and utilities 10,639 0.4% 11,040 0.4% Total operating expenses 2,730,907 93.3% 2,722,976 93.0% Operating income 197,274 6.7% 205,709 7.0% Net interest expense 21,285 0.7% 20,198 0.7% Earnings before income taxes 175,989 6.0% 185,511 6.3% Income taxes 47,365 1.6% 49,638 1.7% Net earnings $ 128,624 4.4% $ 135,873 4.6% Average diluted shares outstanding 97,976 103,146 Diluted earnings per share $ 1.31 $ 1.32 J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Earnings (in thousands, except per share data) (unaudited) Six Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 % Of % Of Amount Revenue Amount Revenue Operating revenues, excluding fuel surcharge revenues $ 5,136,048 $ 5,097,508 Fuel surcharge revenues 713,525 775,177 Total operating revenues 5,849,573 100.0% 5,872,685 100.0% Operating expenses Rents and purchased transportation 2,560,236 43.8% 2,554,998 43.5% Salaries, wages and employee benefits 1,616,588 27.6% 1,610,931 27.4% Depreciation and amortization 356,456 6.1% 367,655 6.3% Fuel and fuel taxes 313,643 5.4% 337,817 5.8% Operating supplies and expenses 251,698 4.3% 243,416 4.1% Insurance and claims 169,856 2.9% 148,908 2.5% General and administrative expenses, net of asset dispositions 147,847 2.5% 151,490 2.6% Operating taxes and licenses 35,250 0.6% 35,110 0.6% Communication and utilities 22,045 0.4% 22,282 0.4% Total operating expenses 5,473,619 93.6% 5,472,607 93.2% Operating income 375,954 6.4% 400,078 6.8% Net interest expense 39,882 0.7% 35,847 0.6% Earnings before income taxes 336,072 5.7% 364,231 6.2% Income taxes 89,708 1.5% 100,865 1.7% Net earnings $ 246,364 4.2% $ 263,366 4.5% Average diluted shares outstanding 99,226 103,626 Diluted earnings per share $ 2.48 $ 2.54 Financial Information By Segment (in thousands) (unaudited) Three Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 % Of % Of Amount Total Amount Total Revenue Intermodal $ 1,437,885 49% $ 1,407,496 48% Dedicated 846,755 29% 851,010 29% Integrated Capacity Solutions 260,243 9% 270,378 9% Final Mile Services 210,627 7% 235,290 8% Truckload 176,968 6% 168,095 6% Subtotal 2,932,478 100% 2,932,269 100% Intersegment eliminations (4,297 ) (0%) (3,584 ) (0%) Consolidated revenue $ 2,928,181 100% $ 2,928,685 100% Operating income Intermodal $ 95,747 49% $ 99,244 48% Dedicated 93,687 47% 96,410 47% Integrated Capacity Solutions (3,554 ) (2%) (13,287 ) (7%) Final Mile Services 7,993 4% 19,778 10% Truckload 3,369 2% 3,549 2% Other (1) 32 0% 15 0% Operating income $ 197,274 100% $ 205,709 100% Six Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 % Of % Of Amount Total Amount Total Revenue Intermodal $ 2,907,138 50% $ 2,802,846 48% Dedicated 1,669,047 28% 1,711,026 29% Integrated Capacity Solutions 528,285 9% 555,665 9% Final Mile Services 411,331 7% 464,570 8% Truckload 343,596 6% 346,407 6% Subtotal 5,859,397 100% 5,880,514 100% Intersegment eliminations (9,824 ) (0%) (7,829 ) (0%) Consolidated revenue $ 5,849,573 100% $ 5,872,685 100% Operating income Intermodal $ 190,134 51% $ 201,133 50% Dedicated 173,961 46% 190,060 48% Integrated Capacity Solutions (6,220 ) (1%) (30,828 ) (8%) Final Mile Services 12,669 3% 34,864 9% Truckload 5,408 1% 4,778 1% Other (1) 2 0% 71 0% Operating income $ 375,954 100% $ 400,078 100% (1) Includes corporate support activity Operating Statistics by Segment (unaudited) Three Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 Intermodal Loads 525,161 497,446 Average length of haul 1,631 1,689 Revenue per load $ 2,738 $ 2,829 Average tractors during the period * 6,376 6,209 Tractors (end of period) * 6,363 6,162 Trailing equipment (end of period) 125,265 121,169 Average effective trailing equipment usage 102,603 98,350 Dedicated Loads 992,772 1,007,798 Average length of haul 177 182 Revenue per truck per week** $ 5,163 $ 5,004 Average trucks during the period*** 12,689 13,142 Trucks (end of period) *** 12,739 12,889 Trailing equipment (end of period) 32,345 31,802 Average effective trailing equipment usage 33,027 32,461 Integrated Capacity Solutions Loads 132,315 145,362 Revenue per load $ 1,967 $ 1,860 Gross profit margin 15.5% 14.8% Employee count (end of period) 560 708 Approximate number of third-party carriers (end of period) 117,700 109,200 Marketplace for J.B. Hunt 360 revenue (millions) $ 88.6 $ 104.1 Final Mile Services Stops 998,916 1,098,521 Average trucks during the period*** 1,317 1,374 Truckload Loads 104,357 92,628 Revenue per load $ 1,696 $ 1,815 Average length of haul 611 646 Tractors (end of period) Company-owned - 23 Independent contractor 2,041 1,874 Total tractors 2,041 1,897 Trailers (end of period) 12,785 13,299 Average effective trailing equipment usage 12,144 12,600 * Includes company-owned and independent contractor tractors ** Using weighted workdays *** Includes company-owned, independent contractor, and customer-owned trucks Operating Statistics by Segment (unaudited) Six Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 Intermodal Loads 1,046,982 982,612 Average length of haul 1,645 1,689 Revenue per load $ 2,777 $ 2,852 Average tractors during the period * 6,403 6,277 Tractors (end of period) * 6,363 6,162 Trailing equipment (end of period) 125,265 121,169 Average effective trailing equipment usage 105,164 97,231 Dedicated Loads 1,935,666 2,012,135 Average length of haul 179 181 Revenue per truck per week** $ 5,146 $ 5,012 Average trucks during the period*** 12,656 13,220 Trucks (end of period) *** 12,739 12,889 Trailing equipment (end of period) 32,345 31,802 Average effective trailing equipment usage 32,972 32,728 Integrated Capacity Solutions Loads 270,058 303,609 Revenue per load $ 1,956 $ 1,830 Gross profit margin 15.4% 14.5% Employee count (end of period) 560 708 Approximate number of third-party carriers (end of period) 117,700 109,200 Marketplace for J.B. Hunt 360 revenue (millions) $ 180.5 $ 209.6 Final Mile Services Stops 1,919,260 2,175,210 Average trucks during the period*** 1,335 1,391 Truckload Loads 199,500 186,313 Revenue per load $ 1,722 $ 1,859 Average length of haul 616 662 Tractors (end of period) Company-owned - 23 Independent contractor 2,041 1,874 Total tractors 2,041 1,897 Trailers (end of period) 12,785 13,299 Average effective trailing equipment usage 12,120 12,746 * Includes company-owned and independent contractor tractors ** Using weighted workdays *** Includes company-owned, independent contractor, and customer-owned trucks J.B. HUNT TRANSPORT SERVICES, INC. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands) (unaudited) June 30, 2025 December 31, 2024 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 50,901 $ 46,983 Accounts Receivable, net 1,182,175 1,224,166 Prepaid expenses and other 453,746 499,834 Total current assets 1,686,822 1,770,983 Property and equipment 9,373,354 9,148,928 Less accumulated depreciation 3,622,823 3,419,129 Net property and equipment 5,750,531 5,729,799 Other assets, net 803,781 811,488 $ 8,241,134 $ 8,312,270 LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Current liabilities: Current debt $ 699,435 $ 500,000 Trade accounts payable 655,226 645,925 Claims accruals 279,221 257,121 Accrued payroll 136,431 122,477 Other accrued expenses 162,881 152,517 Total current liabilities 1,933,194 1,678,040 Long-term debt 1,019,925 977,702 Long-term claims accruals 416,083 368,704 Other long-term liabilities 351,232 377,070 Deferred income taxes 865,370 896,249 Stockholders' equity 3,655,330 4,014,505 $ 8,241,134 $ 8,312,270 Supplemental Data (unaudited) June 30, 2025 December 31, 2024 Actual shares outstanding at end of period (000) 96,799 100,555 Book value per actual share outstanding at end of period $ 37.76 $ 39.92 Six Months Ended June 30 2025 2024 Net cash provided by operating activities (000) $ 806,245 $ 827,021 Net capital expenditures (000) $ 399,079 $ 408,853 View source version on Contacts Brad DelcoSenior Vice President – Finance(479) 820-0000 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Scoop
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Scoop
Stage 2 Of SH16 Safety Improvements Project To Move Forward To Construction
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is pleased to confirm that additional funding has been approved for Stage 2 of the State Highway 16 (SH16) Brigham Creek to Waimauku safety improvements project which runs between Brigham Creek interchange and Kumeū town centre. These improvements will make this important link safer and more efficient for the people that use it and provide resilience within the wider Upper North Island state highway network. Regional Manager Transport Services Stephen Collett acknowledges the importance of this project for the community, which has been reviewed in line with the Government Policy Statement on land transport 2024 and the 2024-27 National Land Transport Programme. 'We really appreciate the communities' patience as we have worked to revise costs for the project, which were approved by the NZTA Board this month. 'This brings us one step closer towards construction and means we can now recommence landowner engagement and property acquisition, while finalising the design.' Key features for this stage include: Extra lanes between Brigham Creek and Taupaki roundabout from two lanes to four lanes (two in each direction) to make travelling along SH16 more efficient. A new roundabout at the SH16/Coatesville Riverhead Highway intersection to help traffic flow better and make it safer to turn. A shared use path for people who walk and cycle between Brigham Creek and Kumeū. Stage 1 of the project, which runs from Huapai to Waimauku, is in the final phases of construction and is scheduled to be completed by December this year. This work has included widening bridges and road shoulders and creating right turning bays at Joyce Adams Place and Fosters Road to provide people with safer turning options. The SH16 Improvements Project will improve safety and efficiency in the area which will improve the wider transport network's effectiveness. Auckland Council, Auckland Transport and NZTA are currently investigating plans for the longer-term to address future growth, including in Auckland's North West.
Scoop
18-06-2025
- Automotive
- Scoop
O Mahurangi – Penlink To Fully Open In 2028
While O Mahurangi – Penlink is still scheduled for completion in 2028, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) had planned to open some sections of the road earlier near Stillwater and Ara Wēiti. However, a major slip at the project's largest fill site has now delayed construction of these sections. While NZTA is still working to understand the full scheduling impacts, the project will now open as a single completed corridor. Cracking in the ground which was first identified in December last year required all activity in the area to pause while it could be assessed. Extensive testing and monitoring showed a deep layer under the surface (deep shear plane layer) was significantly weaker than experienced on other similar sites on the project where earthworks had been undertaken. Due to the slips continued movement, emergency works were declared in March to allow remediation works to be undertaken sooner. This minimises the risk of the slip damaging existing assets and private property. Regional Manager Transport Services Stephen Collett acknowledges that this delay will be frustrating to residents of Stillwater and Ara Wēiti, as well as all road users that wanted to use the road to access State Highway 1 earlier. 'As the project uses a cut fill balance approach for earthworks, the material at this location is unable to be stored elsewhere until we can implement a solution. Until the solution can be implemented, earthworks are unable to continue at the previous pace along the alignment. 'Despite the delay, O Mahurangi remains on track to open in line with the Wēiti River bridge, giving people the complete benefit of the project from day one. This will ensure a seamless and more connected journey to and from State Highway 1' says Mr Collett. While remediation works are completed, construction has continued at pace in other areas of the site, including: The placement of beams and deck for the future overbridge at State Highway 1 are in place The ramps from State Highway 1 are starting to be formed Future alignment along Duck Creek Road has had beams placed, decks poured and barriers installed. Next the team will dig out the earth from under the bridge to build the future State Highway 19. The western side abutment of the Wēiti River bridge is completed and the two land-based piers are at their final height. An additional two in river piers are currently being constructed. Landscaping along the alignment has begun. Approximately 600,000 cubic meters of earth has been moved (about 250 Olympic sized swimming pools). Once complete, O Mahurangi – Penlink will unlock long term benefits for the Auckland region, providing a more resilient network to get people where they need to be faster, supporting economic growth and connecting people to new housing developments.
Arab News
02-06-2025
- General
- Arab News
Saudi Roads Authority launches ‘mobile sites' service for pilgrims during bus breakdowns on Hijra Road
RIYADH: The Roads General Authority has launched a 'mobile sites' service for pilgrims on the Hijra Road in the event their buses break down. The service is intended to ensure the highest levels of comfort and safety for pilgrims when traveling between Makkah, Madinah, and the holy sites, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The launch was attended by the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser. This initiative is being implemented on the Hijra Expressway (Makkah-Madinah) and is available around the clock during Hajj season. It can accommodate approximately 40 pilgrims and is equipped with air-conditioning units, rest areas, restrooms, cold beverages, and hospitality meals.
