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A unique opportunity to learn about Saudi maritime sector investment opportunities

Saudi Arabia represents a major investment opportunity for the shipping and maritime industries as the country diversifies its economy.

Marcus Hand, Editor

January 18, 2019

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The government allocated SAR3bn ($8.8bn) for the energy, industry, mining and logistics sectors in its recently announced budget for 2019.

The 2nd Saudi Maritime Congress on 11 – 12 March in Riyadh held under the patronage of the Saudi Ports Authority (MWANI) and in partnership with Bahri presents an unrivalled opportunity to learn about opportunities the Kingdom has to offer in the maritime sphere.

Organised by Seatrade the event will bring together the country’s maritime elite with more than 3,000 key decision makers and influencers expected to attend.

Key themes for the event cover: Vision 2030, Infrastructure, Logistics and Supply Chain Development, Harnessing Smart Technology and Automation, Regulation and Sustainability, Ship Building, Fleet Expansion and Diversification, Creating Industry Expertise and a Highly Qualified Saudi Workforce, and Offshore Marine.

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About the Author

Marcus Hand

Editor

Marcus Hand is the editor of Seatrade Maritime News and a dedicated maritime journalist with over two decades of experience covering the shipping industry in Asia.

Marcus is also an experienced industry commentator and has chaired many conferences and round tables. Before joining Seatrade at the beginning of 2010, Marcus worked for the shipping industry journal Lloyd's List for a decade and before that the Singapore Business Times covering shipping and aviation.

In November 2022, Marcus was announced as a member of the Board of Advisors to the Singapore Journal of Maritime Talent and Technology (SJMTT) to help bring together thought leadership around the key areas of talent and technology.

Marcus is the founder of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast that delivers commentary, opinions and conversations on shipping's most important topics.

Conferences & Webinars

Marcus Hand regularly moderates at international maritime events. Below you’ll find a list of selected past conferences and webinars.

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