Saudi Arabia’s Bahri is continuing to consolidate its position as the world’s largest owner and operator of VLCCs with delivery of its 42nd VLCC.

Saudi transportation and logistics giant Bahri has appointed Abdullah Aldubaikhi as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1.

BahriBunge Dry Bulk, a new venture between the Saudi national shipping company Bahri and commodities trader Bunge, has opened offices in Dubai.

Exploration and production (E&P) spending by the world’s largest energy firm, Saudi Aramco, increased five-fold between January 2016 and August 2017, according to experts.

King Abdullah Port (KAP) in Saudi Arabia saw a 14% jump in container volumes in the first half of 2017.

Bahri aims to register all its fleet of 39 VLCCs with the Saudi national flag by year-end as its latest large tanker joins the registry.

Marine logistics services provider Inchape Shipping Services (ISS) has advised that all ships from international waters will be required to provide a ballast water sample and report when calling at Saudi Aramco ports and terminals starting 16 August.

The National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri) is leading a push for Saudi Arabia to become a member of the IMO Council.

Saudi national shipping company Bahri is continuing its expansion in the logistics sector inking a joint venture with Bolloré Logistics.

Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Saudi Aramco and Dussur (Saudi Arabian Industrial Investments Company) to establishe a joint venture for marine engine and onshore power generation engine businesses.