Up to 600 trucks daily sustain Kuwait’s supply chain amid regional strain

2026-03-18 - 18:32

Youssef Al-Failakawi, Audit and Documentation Supervisor at the Nuwaiseeb border crossing under the General Administration of Customs, affirmed that the flow of commercial truck traffic is proceeding with remarkable efficiency, with no delays recorded in either entry or exit operations. He revealed that the crossing handles between 400 and 600 trucks daily, as part of a comprehensive emergency plan activated in response to the exceptional circumstances facing Kuwait and the wider region. In a statement to Kuwait TV on Tuesday evening, Al-Failakawi emphasized that customs operations remain uninterrupted, noting that shipments are cleared immediately upon completion of the required documentation. This efficiency, he explained, is driven by seamless electronic coordination with all relevant government entities, ensuring rapid processing and release of goods. He further highlighted that operations at the crossing are conducted around the clock, underscoring the administration’s unwavering commitment to maintaining supply chains. Al-Failakawi attributed the current congestion at the border not to procedural delays, but to disruptions in customs clearance at seaports and Kuwait International Airport, which have redirected the bulk of incoming goods to the Nuwaiseeb crossing via the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Reaffirming full operational readiness, Al-Failakawi noted that all personnel have been mobilized to sustain continuous workflow. He detailed that required documentation includes the bill of lading, certificate of origin, and purchase invoice, after which shipments are registered with customs brokers and processed by auditors to finalize clearance procedures. He also extended his sincere appreciation to officials at the Al-Khafji border crossing in Saudi Arabia for their constructive cooperation in facilitating the smooth transit of trucks. Priority, he added, is given to shipments carrying essential commodities, particularly medicines and food supplies, including frozen products and fresh vegetables. Al-Failakawi concluded by reassuring citizens and residents that the movement of goods remains steady and reliable, with no disruption to the supply of essential food items. This stability, he noted, is the result of sustained coordination with key stakeholders and logistics providers to guarantee uninterrupted supply chains.