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Rising Freight Costs in the Gulf: A Shift to Truck Transport

As shipping companies pivot to trucks for cargo transport, businesses in the Gulf region are grappling with steep increases in freight rates and costs.

by Editorial Staff|May 17, 2026|1 MIN READ|BUSINESS & INDUSTRY

Recent developments indicate that shipping companies in the Gulf are increasingly relying on trucks to transport cargo, leading to a surge in freight rates.

This shift has resulted in significant financial strain for businesses, which are facing thousands of dollars in additional costs due to the limited capacity of lorries.

The situation underscores the challenges within the logistics sector, as companies adapt to changing transport dynamics while managing rising expenses.