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Make the most of your trip
To ensure you have a seamless and productive experience, we’ve put together essential information to help you plan your visit to Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress 2024
1. Event Venue
Open times
Dates: 18 - 19 September 2024
*All times are Saudi Arabia standard time UTC+03:00
Day 1: Wednesday 18 September:
09:00 - 18:00
Day 2: Thursday 19 September:
09:00 - 18:00
Venue location
Location: Dhahran Expo
Dhahran International Exhibitions Company
King Faisal Street – Khobar/Exhibitions Street
Dammam 31472, KSA
On-site services
Wi-Fi access & catering
At the venue, you can stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi service.
You can also enjoy a variety of dining options available at the venue, including cafes and food courts.
2. Conference & Exhibition
Make the most of your time at the Congress by planning your schedule in advance.
Browse our full agenda and select the sessions, workshops, and keynote presentations that are most relevant to you.
Discover the companies and organisations showcasing the latest products and services in maritime and logistics.
Check our exhibitor list to find companies of interest and plan your networking sessions and meetings.
Meet some of our 2024 speakers
3. Hotel Information
Discounted Hotel Rates & Info
Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress takes place on 18 & 19 September 2024 at Dhahran Expo in Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The cost of accommodation is not included in your booking. All attendees are responsible for booking their accommodation.
We have partnered with HotelMap.com to provide our attendees with special discounted rates for accommodation at the event venue and nearby hotels.
4. Visa requirements
Need a visa?
Visitors to Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress 2024 can obtain a Saudi Arabia entry visa by checking the below resources and applying online.
Please ensure you check the entry requirements here and apply for the appropriate visa.
For all international visitors from all eligible countries , you will need to apply for a tourist eVisa. You can apply here.
For all international visitors NOT from eligible countries, you will need to contact your local embassy to apply for your travel visa to Saudi Arabia.
There are restrictions on the categories of passengers who can enter Saudi Arabia. Please check the requirements before you travel.
For attendees who need an official letter of participation please email [email protected] with the following details Full Name, Company Name and Registration Key.
(Your registration key can be found on your original email confirmation. If you cannot find this then we will locate this for you however this may delay the official letter being issued to you.)
All guests intending to visit the Kingdom (excluding Saudi Citizens, Residents and GCC Citizens) must have medical insurance that covers the costs of COVID-19 treatment.
Here are a few guidelines for travelling to Saudi Arabia: (Subject to change according to countries guidelines)
5. Getting to the venue
How to get to Dhahran Expo
By car
Dhahran Expo is located in the center of the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between the cities Khobar, Dammam, and Dhahran.
Easily accessible by car from different road links through the coastal road, just 10 minutes from the city centers, and 3.5 hours from Riyadh or 4 hours through railway. And, 3.5 hours from Kuwait.
Free parking is available at Dhahran Expo.
Air travel
King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) is currently the third largest international airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in terms of passenger volume.
It is considered as the largest land area in the world, with a total of 780 square kilometers. King Fahd International Airport is just 35 kilometers away from Dhahran Expo.
King Fahd Causeway
It takes 30 minutes by car from Bahrain to Dhahran Expo through King Fahd Causeway.
The 25km-long causeway links the Kingdom of Bahrain with the Eastern Province.
By train
The train station is 10 minutes away from the Dhahran Expo, the railways connect the cities of the Kingdom together.
The time duration to get from Riyadh to Dammam is only 4 hours.
By taxi
How to get a taxi in Dammam
- London Taxi: +966 (92) 001 0068
- Samara: +966 (92) 000 2854
- Careem: +996 (92) 0001846
- SATCO: +966 (50) 415 8698
6. Things to do in Dammam
Experience Dammam and the Eastern Province
Dammam is the business hub between Riyadh, Bahrain and Kuwait.
It's also is the capital of the Eastern Province which is the largest province of Saudi Arabia by area, and the third most populous province in Saudi Arabia. The Eastern Province is home to most of Saudi Arabia's oil production. Dammam is the province's most populous city and hosts the majority of the region's population and its seat of government.
The vibrant port city in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province offers more than just its famous port. Enjoy the serene Arabian Gulf views, stroll along the Dammam Corniche, or visit the lush King Fahad Park, one of Saudi's largest. Explore Al Marjan Island, Saudi's first man-made island, or relax at Half Moon Bay.
The city is becoming a hub for entertainment, with options ranging from movies at Ithra in Dhahran to shopping at Othaim Mall or the Dammam Souq, where local crafts and jewellery abound.
Thank you to all our 2024 Sponsors
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