09 December, 2020
KAUST mail and courier services team members have been working harder than ever to serve the community during recent months. During the pandemic, over 15,000 shipments have been handled at KAUST, and home delivery was provided for the first time. Were you wondering about how this service works and what's on offer? We've got you covered! Read below to learn more.
Mail and Courier Services at KAUST cover the following functions:
The KAUST Mail & Courier Services Team played a significant role throughout the pandemic period. They are considered among the hidden heroes of the frontline, ensuring community members receive the deliveries they need –
directly to their homes. During the peak period, they were handling over 3000 shipments per week of essential items including pharmaceutical goods, general goods, furniture, e-commerce shipments, and
more. All while retaining the highest level of consistency and professionalism.
New! Noon Lockers
In partnership with Noon, we are now providing Noon Lockers as a SMART, last mile delivery solution for Noon orders. During October, the opening month for this new service, 199 shipments were made to the Noon Lockers. "That was amazing for New Lockers," said
a Noon representative. The lockers provide the flexibility to pick-up your shipments safely according to your schedule without additional shipping fees. The lockers are available 24/7 and are located in the Discovery Square mailroom. Watch the video
below to see how it works or read more about Noon Lockers at KAUST.
New! SMSA Courier Services
We have also launched a partnership with SMSA Express and Transportation Co. to provide courier services to the community. SMSA will located at the General Warehouse in the CSD area to assist in all your inbound and outbound shipments from and to KAUST, including prepaid shipments shipped by SMSA and purchased through e-shopping websites. Learn more and contact SMSA at KAUST.
New! Feature on the Logistics Services Lead
The Logistics Services Lead was recently featured in People of KAUST for his volunteering efforts to support a comfortable life for everyone in the community.
Please visit us in the KAUST mailrooms located in Discovery Square, the General Warehouse and on Campus. Or contact the representatives listed on the Mail and Courier page of the Community Life website.
Stay tuned…. there's much more to come from our Mail and Courier Services!