The Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress opens today at the Jeddah Superdome, bringing together government officials, shipping executives, port operators, logistics providers and investors to discuss the future of global trade amid evolving supply chain challenges and shifting trade routes. Held under the patronage of Transport and Logistics Services Minister Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, the two-day event features more than 200 exhibitors and over 120 speakers from across the maritime and logistics sectors.
Discussions will focus on maintaining trade flows during periods of market uncertainty, strengthening supply chain resilience, enhancing port efficiency and exploring investment opportunities in infrastructure, digital technology and alternative fuels.
Saudi Arabia continues to expand investment in ports, logistics zones and transport connectivity as part of its Vision 2030 strategy to establish the Kingdom as a leading global logistics hub linking Asia, Africa and Europe.
Ammar bin Ahmed Alnahdi, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Bahri, said the congress provides an important platform for industry leaders to exchange insights, strengthen partnerships and address emerging challenges facing global trade. He noted that greater collaboration across the maritime and logistics ecosystem is essential to building more resilient supply chains and unlocking new growth opportunities.
Mohaned El Mahgoub, Vice President at Tahaluf, said recent developments have highlighted the importance of reliable maritime and logistics networks, adding that continued investment in Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure places the Kingdom in a strong position to play a growing role in shaping the future of the sector.
Conference sessions will examine route diversification, freight market opportunities, port competitiveness, infrastructure security, digital transformation and shipping’s energy transition. Industry leaders, including Poul Hestbæk of Folk Maritime, Essam M. Alammari of the Transport General Authority, Waheed AbuShanab of King Abdulaziz University, Omar Basleem of Saudi Global Ports Container Terminals, and Yasser Towairgi of Aramco, will speak at the event.
The congress is expected to serve as a key platform for fostering partnerships and investment as Saudi Arabia accelerates efforts to strengthen its position in global maritime trade and logistics.
