Singapore-based cargo giant SATS has stepped in to support Jazeera Airways’ cargo operations out of King Fahd International Airport in Dammam (DMM), Saudi Arabia, as Kuwait International Airport remains closed amid the regional conflict.
Under Jazeera’s cross-border initiative, codenamed Project Baraka, the Kuwaiti low-cost carrier established alternative air-land connections through two Saudi airports, Dammam and Qaisumah–Hafar Al-Batin International Airport, to maintain essential supply links into Kuwait. SATS, operating a 60,000 sqm cargo facility in Dammam, began handling Jazeera’s cargo from March 26, 2026, managing shipments of general cargo and perishables, including frozen meats, fruits, and vegetables, which are then transported overland into Kuwait. The expanded operations have enabled Jazeera to scale significantly, offering 27 destinations, over 1,500 flights, and two million tonnes of cargo capacity through May 15, 2026.
SATS CEO Bob Chi described the partnership as one driven by purpose, emphasising the movement of passengers, food, pharmaceutical supplies, and critical spare parts to maintain Kuwait’s vital connectivity during the crisis. Jazeera Airways CEO Barathan Pasupathi called SATS “a critical part of this effort”, reinforcing what he termed a lifeline for Kuwait’s community and economy.
SATS currently operates cargo facilities across Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah, and Oman, positioning itself as a key alternate gateway for GCC nations facing airspace disruptions. These facilities give SATS a presence in countries on the Arabian Peninsula that can serve as alternate gateways to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries affected by airspace closures.
