Saudia Cargo & Alfaisal University partner on AI in logistics

In a significant move to bridge academia and the aviation logistics industry, Alfaisal University has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Airlines Cargo Company (Saudia Cargo). The strategic agreement establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation focused heavily on academic and scientific research, specifically tailored to serve the rapidly evolving fields of artificial intelligence and the global logistics sector.

The partnership was formalised in Riyadh by Dr. Khaled Al-Kattan, Vice President for Finance and Administration and Dean of the College of Medicine at Alfaisal University, alongside Mr. Hashim H. Alsharif, Vice President of Strategy at Saudia Cargo. Together, the two institutions will pioneer joint research programmes that integrate Alfaisal’s students, faculty, and administrative staff into real-world logistics operations and the deployment of emerging technologies.

A core component of the MoU is targeted curriculum development. By aligning academic instruction with the pressing demands of the private sector, the initiative ensures that graduates are equipped with highly relevant, future-proof skills. Furthermore, the agreement facilitates short-term internships for both male and female students at Saudia Cargo’s headquarters. These opportunities will be offered through cooperative training programmes as well as the Tamheer on-the-job training initiative, provided all eligibility requirements are met by the candidates.

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