RIYADH: Cargo movement between Saudi Arabia and Australia is set to accelerate after Saudia Cargo launched a direct freighter service between Riyadh and Melbourne, enhancing bilateral trade and supply chain connectivity. The scheduled service, which began on July 25, is operated by a Boeing 747-400 freighter with a capacity of more than 100 tonnes. The aircraft’s nose-loading capability enables the transport of heavy machinery, oversized equipment and other high-volume cargo.