WAM Saudi Summit

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP CIRCLE: HYPERPORTS & MEGAHUBS: FACTORIES THAT MOVE, HIGHWAYS THAT THINK – REIMAGINING THE FUTURE OF INDUSTRY AND TRADE

11 Nov 2024
WAM Saudi Summit Stage

Saudi Arabia’s megaprojects are shaking up the global stage, with advanced manufacturing and logistics driving a high-speed transformation. NEOM’s futuristic city, THE LINE, is rewriting the playbook on how we build, connect, and deliver, while SPARK energises the economy, injecting $6bn annually and creating 100K jobs.

Logistics? It’s booming, with an incredible 76% growth in 2024, powered by 59 logistics zones, including the $7bn Landbridge rail project that bridges continents and positions Saudi Arabia as a key stop on the Asia-Europe shipping route. With SR17 billion (£4.bn) already invested in maritime and port upgrades, the Kingdom is set to become the logistics heartbeat of global trade.

The real game-changer, however, lies in global partnerships. By integrating international expertise in logistics and free economic zones, Saudi Arabia is unlocking new levels of investment and collaboration. These strategic alliances are powering SR17bn (£4.5bn) in logistics investments in 2023 alone, creating seamless trade routes that connect its 59 logistics zones to the world.

Chairperson
Eng. Ahmed Ali
Eng. Ahmed Ali, Chief Technology Officer
Speakers
Eng. Ahmed Al-Baqawi
Eng. Ahmed Al-Baqawi, VP Studies
Mansour Saad AlShamrani
Mansour Saad AlShamrani, Corporate Affairs Director GCC
Abdulaziz Al-Talasi
Abdulaziz Al-Talasi, General Manager, Services Exports
Serge Boustany
Serge Boustany, Managing Director - Saudi Arabia & Bahrain
Sung A Moon
Sung A Moon, Director of Investment Promotion Division