Breakbulk Middle East (BBME), the GCC’s leading breakbulk and project cargo event, is set to take place on February 1 and 2 at Dubai World Trade Centre under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure.

Over the years, BBME has become a sought-after platform among industry stakeholders to address pressing concerns and tackle the biggest challenges the sector is faced with. Day one will kick-off with opening remarks from Suhail Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure with the session moderated by Capt. Mohamed Al Ali, Senior Vice President, Ship Management for Adnoc Logistics and Services.

On the day one agenda are sessions on managing rates and capacity, closing the talent gap, regional outlook, project financing and investment, digital transformation, and a spotlight on opportunities available in Saudi Arabia. Second day sessions include Women in Breakbulk (breakfast, networking and panel), Middle East Project Review, Seafarer Welfare, along with West Africa ports project update. Education Day for students will also be held on Wednesday.  

Ben Blamire, Event Director, Breakbulk Middle East, said: “After our successful digital special during the pandemic period, we are pleased to come back as a physical event this year. It is wonderful to witness such a tremendous response with the kind of registrations we have had this year. The high interest reflects the industry’s willingness to come together face-to-face and discuss areas of key importance and work towards taking collective action.

“Both government and private sector entities have come forward to show their support for the event and we cannot be more grateful. For the 2022 edition we have identified themes that will enable the sector to make a post-Covid recovery and address concerns and challenges in this rapidly changing landscape. Topics have been carefully decided to enrich the attendees with all-round knowledge that will help them grow their businesses and take the industry to greater heights.”

Leslie Meredith, Marketing Director, Breakbulk Events & Media said: “Our primary goal is to facilitate a conducive landscape for the global breakbulk sector. To accomplish this, we have designed BBME 2022 in a manner where we are seeking to inspire companies participating with us to thrive and expand to the region and contribute to the overall growth of the industry. The format will enable stakeholders to benefit from the wide variety of panel discussions and networking opportunities.”

Owing to its phenomenal reputation as a leader in the logistics and maritime industry, the event has garnered the support of the region’s top transport and logistics leaders, the UAE government and its top educational institutions. – TradeArabia News Service