POST-SHOW REPORT 2019 - Amazon Web Services11 – 12 March 2019 in Riyadh under the patronage of Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and in partnership with Bahri. Following on the success

POST-SHOW REPORT 2019

THE PREMIUM EVENT FOR THE MARITIME INDUSTRY IN THE KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIAThe second Saudi Maritime Congress (SMC) took place from 11 – 12 March 2019 in Riyadh under the patronage of Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and in partnership with Bahri. Following on the success of the first Saudi Maritime Congress, the 2019 event has secured its presence as one of the most important and influential events for the maritime industry in the region.The Congress brought together government officials, regional and international CEOs and leading decision makers alongside the companies that drive the Vision 2030 forward across two days of business, networking and knowledge sharing.

2019 POST-SHOW REPORT

“The 2nd Saudi Maritime Congress is strategically important and remains an interactive platform for exchanging information, transferring experiences and exploring investment opportunities available to develop the maritime sector with the participation of experts, pioneers and decision-makers. The Kingdom has provided a pioneering model in the development of the maritime sector, accompanied with unlimited support and unprecedented attention of our wise leadership, which translates to a quality-focused shift in facilities, operational and logistical mechanisms, to position Saudi ports among the ranks of the most important regional ports and an ideal destination for major global navigation lines.We confidently look forward to the conference, which represents an important step towards keeping pace with developments in the global maritime and logistics sector. We seek to continue fruitful cooperation with the public and private sectors to promote this vital sector, successfully connect bridges with three continents and make the Kingdom a global logistics center.”

H.E. Dr Nabel Bin Mohammed Al Amudi Minister of Transport Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2019 Attendees

914

272019 Exhibiting Companies

SAUDI MARITIME CONGRESS IN NUMBERS

312019 Conference Speakers

312019 Countries Represented



The Saudi Maritime Congress offers an opportunity for international and regional shipping, ports, logistics, ship construction and offshore marine companies to network, do business, strengthen and nurture new partnerships and agreements.As the Congress moves to a new location in 2020, more opportunities for potential sponsors and exhibitors to build relationships with the Kingdom’s most important decision-makers will be available.

EXHIBITOR SUMMARY

27Exhibiting Companies

EXHIBITING COMPANIES Al Blagha Group | APM Terminals | Arab Shipping & Repair Yard (ASRY) | Bahri | Bihar International Co | DESMI Pumping Technology A/S | dnata Offshore & Marine | Faisal M. Higgi & Associates Co. Ltd. | GAC Saudi Arabia | Globe Group | Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company (GSCCO) | Hadi Hamad Al-Hammam Marine Services Company | HullWiper Ltd. | Hutchison Ports Dammam | King Abdullah Port | Lerus Training & Crew Management | LogiPoint | Lukoil Marine Lubricants DMCC | MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company | POSH Saudi Co. Ltd. | Red Sea Gateway Terminal | Saudi Customs | Saudi Global Ports Co. | Saudi Ports Authority ‘MAWANI’ | Sigma Paints Saudi Arabia | Tidewater Al Rushaid Co. Ltd. | Zamil Offshore

PLAN TO EXHIBIT IN 2020

SCORED

8.6OUT OF 10

CONSIDER THE CONGRESS AN

IMPORTANT EVENT TO EXHIBIT SCORED

8.2OUT OF 10

MET THEIR OBJECTIVES

SCORED

7.2OUT OF 10


EXHIBITOR SUMMARY“A superb and productive two days with a great opportunity to connect with key players in the maritime industry showcasing Saudi Arabia’s potential as a future global hub.” Richard James Managing Director, Gulf Stevedoring (GSCCO)

Saudi Maritime Congress exhibitors have rated their experiences at the event. Here’s the results:

37% Manager with staff 30% C-Suite* 12% Manager without staff 11% Consultant 10% Non-management

*CEO/COO/President/Chairman/VP/Sr.VP/EVP/Director/Managing Director

16% Cargo, Freight & Logistics 12% Port Authority/ Management 11% Port Services/Logistics 11% Other* 10% Ship Owners/ Management/Operators 7% Legal, Finance & Insurance

7% Oil & Gas 6% Offshore Marine 6% I.T Navigation & Communication/Security

5% Ship Build & Repair 5% Government/Embassy

3% Recruitment, Education

& Training 2% Sales, Charter & Broker




7% Oil & Gas 6% Offshore Marine 6% I.T Navigation & Communication/Security

5% Ship Build & Repair 5% Government/Embassy

3% Recruitment, Education

& Training 2% Sales, Charter & Broker

BY COMPANY ACTIVITY

Attendees

914

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ATTENDEE SUMMARY




7% Oil & Gas 6% Offshore Marine 6% I.T Navigation & Communication/Security 5% Ship Build & Repair 5% Government/Embassy 3% Recruitment, Education & Training 2% Sales, Charter & Broker

“An amazing platform to learn the new trends in the field of supply chains in MENA. It was a wonderful experience and I look forward to attending the many future events yet to come.”Head of Logistics, Global Orbit Trading Company

BY JOB TITLE

*Classification & Regulation, Naval Design, Underwater Services, Dredging, Environmental Protection, Marketing/ Public Relations

VISITORS FEEDBACK

DELEGATES FEEDBACK

https://youtu.be/2IYobpnFayU

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ATTENDEE SUMMARY

PLAN TO VISIT IN 2020 SCORED

8.2OUT OF 10


IMPORTANT EVENT TO ATTEND SCORED

7.2OUT OF 10


SCORED

7.1OUT OF 10

PLAN TO ATTEND IN 2020

SCORED

8.7OUT OF 10


IMPORTANT EVENT TO ATTEND SCORED

7.8OUT OF 10


SCORED

7.7OUT OF 10

Saudi Maritime Congress attendees have rated their experiences at the event. Here’s the results:

The Saudi Maritime Congress conference sessions delivered all-inclusive perspectives, opinions and insights across the industry including Vision 2030 goals, Kingdom’s maritime expansion and major project launches.The Congress provided the platform that brought together the shipping and logistics sectors brightest and most influential minds to connect, learn and initiate changes that will drive Vision2030 goals for growth and developments in the maritime sector.

7Conference Sessions

31Conference Speakers


CONFERENCE

“This event takes place at a time of significant change within the kingdom’s logistic and maritime infrastructure. The Congress highlights major projects and strategic opportunities that will solidify the Kingdom’s position as a global maritime and logistics hub, and will undoubtedly further our aim of attracting strategic investments and viable ventures into [Saudi Arabia] by highlighting our objectives over the short, medium and long terms.”H.E. Eng. Saad Bin Abdulaziz Alkhalb President Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani)

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H.E. DR NABEL BIN MOHAMMED AL AMUDI

Minister of Transport, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

H.E. DR. RUMAIH AL RUMAIHPresident,

Public Transport Authority

H.E. ENG. SAAD BIN ABDULAZIZ ALKHALB

President, Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani)

ENG. ABDULLAH ALDUBAIKHI

Chief Executive Officer, Bahri

SULEIMAN BIN ABDULLAH AL-TUWAIJRI

Vice Governor General Customs Authority, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

MUSAAD A. ALDREESVP, Shared Services and

Business Support, Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani)


KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

322Clippings generatedPress Releases

7

EMAIL CAMPAIGN

8,500+ Industry professionals

database

Emails sent30

SOCIAL MEDIA ACTIVITY

USD 4,955,000Global coverage value

62,641Impressions Industry magazines &

newspapers adverts

11

PRINT

1,482,337 Total reach

1,741Video views


MARKETING & PROMOTIONThe extensive marketing & PR campaign of Saudi Maritime Congress utilised a range of communication channels including online, social media and print advertising campaigns.

MEDIA COVERAGE BY COUNTRY

MEDIA COVERAGEONSITE

67% Saudi Arabia 29%

UAE

4% GCC

Press registrations40+

TV interviews6

352,500 Total reach

PUBLIC RELATIONS

GSCCO

World ils

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Supporting Organisations

Media Partners

Official Patron

Official Publication Official Online Media

Strategic Partner


THANK YOU TO OUR 2019 SPONSORS & PARTNERS

Platinum Sponsors

Richard JohnsonRegional Business Manager

+971 52 902 2971 [email protected]

Adam Whitehead Business Development Manager


Arshed HussainRegional Sales Manager


JOIN US IN DAMMAM IN MARCH 2020!

Daniel Cole Marketing Manager


For Exhibiting and Sponsorship PackagesCONTACT US

For Marketing Enquiries For Event InformationDesi Zlatkova Event Manager


Antanina Severdiajeva Marketing Executive


www.saudimaritimecongress.com

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POST-SHOW REPORT 2019 - Amazon Web Services11 – 12 March 2019 in Riyadh under the patronage of Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and in partnership with Bahri. Following on the success