Riyadh, October 11, 2024 – The Global Logistics Forum, hosted under the esteemed patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and organized by the Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services, has announced strategic partnerships with major players from the global logistics sector. The forum, scheduled to take place in Riyadh from October 12 to 14, 2024, will serve as a collaborative platform for industry leaders and logistics experts to shape the future of the rapidly evolving sector.
This high-profile event aims to foster international cooperation, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability across the global logistics industry. Key partners supporting the forum include prominent organizations such as Saudia Airlines, the Saudi Ports Authority, and leading logistics companies like Agility and ARAMEX. Additionally, academic and consultancy partners such as Bain & Company, Accenture Saudi Arabia, and PwC Academy Riyadh have also lent their support, ensuring a diverse range of expertise is brought to the table.
Dr. Rumaih Al-Rumaih, the Vice Minister of Transport and Logistic Services, emphasized the critical importance of the Global Logistics Forum in shaping the future of the sector, which plays an essential role in global commerce and infrastructure. He highlighted the need for collaboration between global and regional logistics leaders to address key challenges related to trade routes, sustainability, and infrastructure development.
The forum will also provide an opportunity to explore the transformative impact of modern technologies and innovations on the logistics industry, with the potential to create more sustainable and interconnected global supply chains. With over 120 speakers, including ministers, industry experts, and international leaders, the event promises insightful discussions on critical topics such as sustainability, the flexibility of global trade networks, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
Furthermore, the Global Logistics Forum will see the signing of several agreements and memoranda of understanding between major logistics entities, aimed at enhancing integration within the sector and building a more efficient global logistics network.
Riyadh’s hosting of the World Logistics Forum 2024 is timely, as the logistics sector is experiencing rapid transformations. The Kingdom’s strategic investments in infrastructure development, the establishment of new logistics centers, and its increasing influence on global trade have positioned Saudi Arabia as a key player in shaping the future of global logistics.