On 8^th September, Folk Maritime Services Company, a leading maritime provider supported by the Public Investment Fund and known for its growing role in regional liner and feeder services, announced an exciting new development. The company will launch a new liner service connecting Jeddah Islamic Port in the Red Sea to two of India's largest commercial ports, Mundra and Nhava Sheva. This new service, dubbed the India Red Sea Service (IRS), is scheduled to commence in September and will feature a fleet of two vessels operating on a 10-day round-trip schedule. Poul Hestbaek, CEO of Folk Maritime, highlighted that this new route is designed to significantly boost bilateral trade between Saudi Arabia and India. He emphasized that the service not only aims to facilitate smoother and more efficient shipping but also reflects Folk Maritime’s strategic goal of becoming a leading maritime service provider in the region. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to expanding its network and enhancing trade connections between these critical economic hubs.