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Saudi’s Folk Maritime & ICS ME sign MOU at Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress

Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Putting maritime training at the forefront, Saudi’s Folk Maritime Services Company and the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) ME have signed an important MOU announcing that ICS ME will function as the Knowledge and Training partner for Folk Maritime. The partnership aims to deliver specialised maritime training for Saudi nationals, encompassing both fresh graduates and seasoned professionals and together are committed to developing a strong talent pool to support the Kingdom’s rapidly growing maritime industry.


Bahri CEO tells audience to ‘dream big and achieve bigger’!

Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: The opening of Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress included a rallying cry from Bahri CEO Eng. Ahmed Alsubaey to ‘dream big and achieve bigger’. Addressing a packed audience on day 1 of the two-day conference and exhibition which takes place at Dhahran Exhibition Centre, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia until 19th September, Eng. Alsubaey asked attendees to ‘use the next two days to continue the dialogue and business activity that is driving our nation and our industry forward at such an impressive pace’.


Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress opens today!

18 September 2024, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: The fifth edition of Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress - sponsored by His Excellency the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services, Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser - opens today at the Dhahran Exhibition Centre, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia until 19th September.


Minister of Transport and Logistic sponsors the 5th edition of Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress 2024

Thursday, September 5, 2024: The fifth edition of Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress is being sponsored by His Excellency the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services, Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, who will also make the Keynote Address on Day One. 


Significant industry speakers added to line-up at Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress

Reinforcing the significance of the upcoming Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress in Dammam this September, several significant new speakers have been confirmed to the conference programme line-up adding some heavyweight industry knowledge to the two-day programme.


Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress – a catalyst for growth

Dammam, Saudi Arabia – 12 August 2024: As thousands of shipping professionals prepare to gather in Dammam this September for Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress 2024, the Kingdom’s Transport General Authority (TGA) has advised attendees ‘the reasons for attending are obvious: you get to be part of the conversation. Throughout the course of the event, participants will allow networking between thousands of attendees from across the globe and at every level of the industry’.


Exceptional maritime & logistics growth for the Kingdom in 2024

As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continues to sail towards its Vision 2030 ambition, it is not just charting a new course for itself but is also establishing benchmarks for innovation and development on the global stage.

Showcasing investment opportunity in the maritime and logistics sectors, this year’s Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress will highlight how Saudi Arabia’s doors are now open even wider to the world, with investments pouring into sectors like renewable energy, maritime and logistics and other key industries.


Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress returns to Dammam in September 2024

The much-anticipated exhibition and conference will bring together leading industry players who look to shape the future of the shipping sector in this dynamic region 

Supporting Saudi Arabia's ambitious growth plans of increasing its non-oil revenues to SR 45 billion a year, the 5th edition of Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress, the Kingdom’s largest and most important maritime event, will take place on 18 – 19 September 2024, at the Dhahran Expo, Dammam


Press Releases 2023

Saudi Maritime Congress Provides Platform for Global MOU Signings

The 4th edition of the Saudi Maritime Congress – held under the patronage of the Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services - showcased the immense potential and transformative power of the shipping and logistics sectors in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Aligned with the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030, the event served as a catalyst for revolutionizing the maritime industry and driving sustainable growth.


4th Saudi Maritime Congress Opens in Dammam with Powerful Industry Support

The event, aligned with the goals set out in Saudi Vision 2030, will revolutionise the shipping and logistics sectors in the Kingdom and the GCC

Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services, the 4th edition of Saudi Maritime Congress - the Kingdom’s largest and most important global maritime event - successfully opened doors today at the Dhahran Expo in Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. H.E. Omar Hariri, President, MAWANI and Eng. Ahmed Al Subaey, CEO, Bahri officially opened and gave keynote addresses at the two-day event which supported by founding strategic partners, Bahri & Seatrade Maritime, with main partners, MAWANI & Transport General Authority (TGA), and strategic partners Saudi Aramco and IMI.


Saudi Maritime Congress brings the global spotlight to Kingdom’s shipping & logistics sectors.

With its economic diversification efforts; policy reforms and foreign direct investment commitments over the next five years, the eyes of the shipping world are on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as it fast tracks to becoming a world leading maritime hub

The 4th edition of Saudi Maritime Congress will take place in Dammam from 20-21st September 2023 and put the spotlight on the scope of opportunity within this burgeoning sector and the fast-growing maritime logistics potential.

Press releases 2022

Saudi Maritime Congress opened with immense industry support on World Maritime Day

The event witnessed a record number of attendees including industry heavy-weights and facilitated strategic partnerships that will contribute to the growing local and regional economies

The third edition of Saudi Maritime Congress, the Kingdom’s largest and most important global maritime event successfully opened doors today at the Dhahran Expo in Dammam on World Maritime Day. The show was opened by, His Excellency Dr Rumaih Al Rumaih, Vice Minister of Transport & Logistic Services, His Excellency Omar Hariri, President, Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and Undersecretary of the Eastern Region Governorate Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al-Batal. 


Saudi Maritime Congress showcases the most prominent big data solutions and advanced technology in the maritime sector
Pushing the ceiling of digital transformation by accelerating the adoption of high-quality communication systems in the maritime sector

Dammam, Saudi Arabia – 14 September 2022: Latest innovations and adoption of new technologies within the maritime sector are at the top of the agenda of the 3rd edition of the Saudi Maritime Congress. The event aims to present the most prominent developments related to accelerating digital transformation and adopting advanced technological solutions in all operations within the sector.


Saudi Maritime Congress discusses future of energy to reach zero carbon in maritime sector
The most prominent maritime and logistics event in Saudi Arabia will lead discussions on the industry's changing landscape 

Dammam, Saudi Arabia – 12th September 2022: Saudi Maritime Congress will reinforce industry leaders’ commitment to achieving climate neutrality and discuss its impact on global supply chains, with the aim of creating a sustainable and safe environment in the maritime sector.


Saudi Maritime Congress gains the support of leading maritime organisations across the region
The event aims to facilitate valuable discussions for private and public maritime stakeholders on matters concerning the global maritime industry

Dammam, Saudi Arabia – 1 September 2022: Supported by major maritime authorities in the Kingdom such as Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI) and the Transport General Authority, the event will connect the industry across the region by bringing together ship owners, suppliers, and key decision-makers.


Saudi Maritime Congress 2022 to emphasise digitalisation and modern solutions
The event aims to enable the shipping and logistics industry’s digital revolution in the Kingdom and the GCC

Dammam, Saudi Arabia – 28 August 2022: The 2022 edition of the Saudi Maritime Congress (SMC) aims to bring together some of the leading tech companies in the region’s maritime sector to showcase their latest products and services.


Saudi Maritime Congress announces dates for 2022 edition
The event, aligned with the goals set out in Saudi Vision 2030, will revolutionise the shipping and logistics sectors in the Kingdom and the GCC 

Damman, Saudi Arabia – 18th July 2022: The 3rd edition of Saudi Maritime Congress, one of the Kingdom’s most influential gatherings of professionals from the maritime and logistics industry is set to make a comeback. The event is scheduled to take place in Dammam on September 28-29 2022. 


Dates announced for the third Saudi Maritime Congress!
Ambition, innovation & growth

As we head toward the third Saudi Maritime Congress, I am delighted to share the dates for our in-person return this 28-29 September - Dhahran Expo, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

It’s fantastic to see so much of our industry embracing the opportunities ahead both within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its connected global supply chain.