The Leading Event for the Project Cargo and Breakbulk Industries in the Middle East

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09:30 - 10:00
Monday, February 10
VIP
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 09:30 02/10/2025 09:30 VIP Majlis – Government & Industry Officials VIP Europe/Istanbul

VIP & Official Events
10:00 - 10:15
Monday, February 10
VIP
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 10:00 02/10/2025 10:00 Patronage Ceremony & Exhibition Tour VIP Europe/Istanbul

VIP & Official Events
10:15 - 10:35
Monday, February 10
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 10:15 02/10/2025 10:15 Welcome and Opening Remarks Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

VIP & Official Events
10:45 - 11:15
Monday, February 10
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 10:45 02/10/2025 10:45 MENA Project Overview

The MENA region is home to many of the world’s largest projects currently under construction, from NEOM in Saudi Arabia to the North Field East LNG expansion in Qatar, and the Hyport Duqm facility in Oman. In addition to this, the increased focus on sustainability is providing a wealth of renewable and green energy project opportunities. This session will provide a snapshot of the regional project market as it stands today and include an overview of the EICs Survive & Thrive report. What projects are currently underway? What stage are they at? What projects are coming up? What industries are booming? Don’t miss this session if you want to keep your finger on the pulse and have a real understanding of the lay of the land in the region.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

The MENA region is home to many of the world’s largest projects currently under construction, from NEOM in Saudi Arabia to the North Field East LNG expansion in Qatar, and the Hyport Duqm facility in Oman. In addition to this, the increased focus on sustainability is providing a wealth of renewable and green energy project opportunities. This session will provide a snapshot of the regional project market as it stands today and include an overview of the EICs Survive & Thrive report. What projects are currently underway? What stage are they at? What projects are coming up? What industries are booming? Don’t miss this session if you want to keep your finger on the pulse and have a real understanding of the lay of the land in the region.

Project Activity
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 11:30 02/10/2025 11:30 Overcoming Enforced Chaos with Risk Mitigation and Supply Chain Resilience

Geopolitical pressures and supply chain disruption are global issues, but the impact is perhaps felt most deeply in the Middle East. The reality of ‘enforced chaos’ requires companies to implement flexible and robust workarounds to accommodate the complex needs of breakbulk cargo. Speakers will consider how insurance and customs can support the industry with projects that cannot afford a delay and will ask how the industry can innovate to reduce impact.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

Geopolitical pressures and supply chain disruption are global issues, but the impact is perhaps felt most deeply in the Middle East. The reality of ‘enforced chaos’ requires companies to implement flexible and robust workarounds to accommodate the complex needs of breakbulk cargo. Speakers will consider how insurance and customs can support the industry with projects that cannot afford a delay and will ask how the industry can innovate to reduce impact.

Supply Chain Disruption
12:30 - 13:15
Monday, February 10
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 12:30 02/10/2025 12:30 How Will AI Impact Your Project?

Ready or not, interest in AI is growing rapidly and its potential to transform the breakbulk and project cargo industries should not be underestimated. In a series of case studies, showcasing the impact of AI in route optimization, fuel efficiency, congestion reduction and predictive maintenance, you’ll learn how AI could enhance your role and your project.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

Ready or not, interest in AI is growing rapidly and its potential to transform the breakbulk and project cargo industries should not be underestimated. In a series of case studies, showcasing the impact of AI in route optimization, fuel efficiency, congestion reduction and predictive maintenance, you’ll learn how AI could enhance your role and your project.

Digital & Tech
12:30 - 14:00
Monday, February 10
Futures Hub
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 12:30 02/10/2025 12:30 Women in Breakbulk Networking Luncheon Ticket Required Futures Hub Europe/Istanbul

Ticket Required

Info, Education & Networking
13:30 - 14:15
Monday, February 10
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 13:30 02/10/2025 13:30 Saudi Arabia Giga Project Update

Project activity is soaring in Saudi Arabia and opportunities for involvement from the project cargo supply chain continue to grow. This session will bring industry professionals working on the ground in Saudi Arabia together to discuss the timelines and next steps in these major giga projects; learn more about the challenges faced and solutions sought to tackle these ambitious developments.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

Project activity is soaring in Saudi Arabia and opportunities for involvement from the project cargo supply chain continue to grow. This session will bring industry professionals working on the ground in Saudi Arabia together to discuss the timelines and next steps in these major giga projects; learn more about the challenges faced and solutions sought to tackle these ambitious developments.

Project Activity
14:30 - 15:15
Monday, February 10
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 14:30 02/10/2025 14:30 Redefining Green Energy

Despite the huge focus on energy transition and mega projects dedicated to renewable energy, in the motherland of oil and gas, a future without these key resources seems unthinkable. IOCs today are stepping up their sustainability commitments – and energy from so-called green sources is sometimes not as environmentally friendly as you might expect. In addition, with several Gulf states considering, planning, or starting nuclear power programs, is it time to reframe the way we define ‘green’ energy?

  • Is the idea of an energy transition misleading?
  • How are oil and gas companies futureproofing their industry by investing in low-carbon energy?
  • How can we avoid greenwashing? Is it important to look at the whole picture when it comes to renewable energy?
  • What is the Middle East’s current position on nuclear energy?
  • How are companies using the latest tech innovations to support greener energy?
Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

Despite the huge focus on energy transition and mega projects dedicated to renewable energy, in the motherland of oil and gas, a future without these key resources seems unthinkable. IOCs today are stepping up their sustainability commitments – and energy from so-called green sources is sometimes not as environmentally friendly as you might expect. In addition, with several Gulf states considering, planning, or starting nuclear power programs, is it time to reframe the way we define ‘green’ energy?

  • Is the idea of an energy transition misleading?
  • How are oil and gas companies futureproofing their industry by investing in low-carbon energy?
  • How can we avoid greenwashing? Is it important to look at the whole picture when it comes to renewable energy?
  • What is the Middle East’s current position on nuclear energy?
  • How are companies using the latest tech innovations to support greener energy?

Sustainability
15:30 - 16:15
Monday, February 10
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/10/2025 15:30 02/10/2025 15:30 The Shipper’s Perspective: Cross-Industry Collaboration

The movement of cargo and market disruption impacting this is an industry-wide problem, but traditionally, many shippers and EPCs would hand over responsibility and decision-making to logistics companies. Today, shippers are far more involved, and business relationships have deepened into true partnerships, with collaborative decision-making on digitalization, sustainability, efficiency and more. In this session, high-profile shippers and EPCs will share their top priorities and greatest challenges in the current market, before asking the audience: what solutions can you bring to the table, and how can we work together to apply these?

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

The movement of cargo and market disruption impacting this is an industry-wide problem, but traditionally, many shippers and EPCs would hand over responsibility and decision-making to logistics companies. Today, shippers are far more involved, and business relationships have deepened into true partnerships, with collaborative decision-making on digitalization, sustainability, efficiency and more. In this session, high-profile shippers and EPCs will share their top priorities and greatest challenges in the current market, before asking the audience: what solutions can you bring to the table, and how can we work together to apply these?

Collaboration & Partnerships
Speaker
09:00 - 09:30
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 09:00 02/11/2025 09:00 Registration  Education Day Europe/Istanbul

Info, Education & Networking
09:30 - 09:35
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 09:30 02/11/2025 09:30 Opening Remarks Education Day Europe/Istanbul

Info, Education & Networking
09:35 - 09:55
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 09:35 02/11/2025 09:35 An Introduction to Breakbulk  What is breakbulk and project cargo? How does it differ from other types of cargo? A leading industry expert will give a general overview and shed light on the particulars of this industry. Education Day Europe/Istanbul

What is breakbulk and project cargo? How does it differ from other types of cargo? A leading industry expert will give a general overview and shed light on the particulars of this industry.

Info, Education & Networking
09:55 - 10:50
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 09:55 02/11/2025 09:55 Breakbulk Career Opportunities This session will cover a range of topics relating to the career opportunities that the maritime, and more specifically the breakbulk and project cargo industry have to offer. Hear directly from those working in the industry on how you can successfully start your career and what options are out there for you in the UAE and further afield.  Education Day Europe/Istanbul

This session will cover a range of topics relating to the career opportunities that the maritime, and more specifically the breakbulk and project cargo industry have to offer. Hear directly from those working in the industry on how you can successfully start your career and what options are out there for you in the UAE and further afield. 

Info, Education & Networking
10:00 - 10:45
Tuesday, February 11
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 10:00 02/11/2025 10:00 Investment in Energy: Project Update

With a spotlight on MENA’s energy transition projects, this session will explore the role that LSPs and shipping lines have to play to support such EPC projects. Hydrogen, carbon capture and gasification projects will all be considered. Panelists will also cover investments from the U.S. Export-Import Bank into clean energy projects in the Middle East, and the mutual commitment to deepening the relationship between the two regions.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

With a spotlight on MENA’s energy transition projects, this session will explore the role that LSPs and shipping lines have to play to support such EPC projects. Hydrogen, carbon capture and gasification projects will all be considered. Panelists will also cover investments from the U.S. Export-Import Bank into clean energy projects in the Middle East, and the mutual commitment to deepening the relationship between the two regions.

Energy Transition
10:50 - 11:10
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 10:50 02/11/2025 10:50 Break Education Day Europe/Istanbul

Info, Education & Networking
11:00 - 11:20
Tuesday, February 11
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 11:00 02/11/2025 11:00 MPV Fleet Update: Capacity, Newbuilds and Economic Outlook

The outlook for the MPV fleet continues to be the centre of much industry discussion. With capacity challenges, increasing demand for new building programs, and economic pressures at the forefront of the industry’s concerns, this presentation will offer a market update of the current MPV fleet and review of the forward schedule to identify any crunch points in supply, highlighting where the industry will need to forward plan to navigate through any shortages.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

The outlook for the MPV fleet continues to be the centre of much industry discussion. With capacity challenges, increasing demand for new building programs, and economic pressures at the forefront of the industry’s concerns, this presentation will offer a market update of the current MPV fleet and review of the forward schedule to identify any crunch points in supply, highlighting where the industry will need to forward plan to navigate through any shortages.

Fleet Outlook
11:10 - 11:55
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 11:10 02/11/2025 11:10 Alumni Success Stories  Hear from recent graduates who have joined the workforce to learn about their experience to date and top tips to being successful when starting out.  Education Day Europe/Istanbul

Hear from recent graduates who have joined the workforce to learn about their experience to date and top tips to being successful when starting out. 

Info, Education & Networking
11:20 - 12:05
Tuesday, February 11
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 11:20 02/11/2025 11:20 Fleet Capacity Challenges and Regulatory Pressures

Following directly on from the previous session’s fleet update, this panel will explore the reasons behind some of the critical issues raised, and how carriers plan to address them. Capacity, newbuild programs, price building and the latest international regulations will all be covered.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

Following directly on from the previous session’s fleet update, this panel will explore the reasons behind some of the critical issues raised, and how carriers plan to address them. Capacity, newbuild programs, price building and the latest international regulations will all be covered.

Fleet Outlook
11:55 - 12:30
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 11:55 02/11/2025 11:55 Interactive session Education Day Europe/Istanbul

Info, Education & Networking
12:20 - 13:05
Tuesday, February 11
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 12:20 02/11/2025 12:20 Spotlight on West Africa

With huge opportunities for the breakbulk market developing in West Africa, an emerging trend sees African companies opening in Dubai, looking to facilitate routes. However, dealing with multiple countries’ authorities can be complex, and knowing what to expect is key. This session offers an in-depth look at opportunities and challenges for project activity in the region.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

With huge opportunities for the breakbulk market developing in West Africa, an emerging trend sees African companies opening in Dubai, looking to facilitate routes. However, dealing with multiple countries’ authorities can be complex, and knowing what to expect is key. This session offers an in-depth look at opportunities and challenges for project activity in the region.

Project Activity
12:30 - 14:00
Tuesday, February 11
Education Day
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 12:30 02/11/2025 12:30 Breakbulk Middle East Guided Student Show Floor Visit Students will be taken on a guided tour of the show floor by Heriot-Watt University post-graduate students. They will have the chance to speak with a variety of different companies covering the entire supply chain; discovering what a career in breakbulk can look like, as well as more opportunities that are out there for students.    Education Day Europe/Istanbul

Students will be taken on a guided tour of the show floor by Heriot-Watt University post-graduate students. They will have the chance to speak with a variety of different companies covering the entire supply chain; discovering what a career in breakbulk can look like, as well as more opportunities that are out there for students.   

Info, Education & Networking
13:00 - 17:00
Tuesday, February 11
Workshops
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 13:00 02/11/2025 13:00 Chartering & Heavy Lift Workshops

Ticket Required

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Workshops Europe/Istanbul
Info, Education & Networking
13:20 - 14:05
Tuesday, February 11
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 13:20 02/11/2025 13:20 The Search for Congestion Chaos Solutions

Congestion is one of the biggest issues facing the industry today: every supply chain stakeholder is affected by delays in transit time and cargo delivery. The knock-on effect from geopolitical situations, strikes, port inefficiency, lack of warehousing space and fleet monopoly is not just on project movement, but rates too – even a small delay can add up to millions of dollars’ worth of additional costs. This session will deep dive into innovative solutions to tackle congestion.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

Congestion is one of the biggest issues facing the industry today: every supply chain stakeholder is affected by delays in transit time and cargo delivery. The knock-on effect from geopolitical situations, strikes, port inefficiency, lack of warehousing space and fleet monopoly is not just on project movement, but rates too – even a small delay can add up to millions of dollars’ worth of additional costs. This session will deep dive into innovative solutions to tackle congestion.

Supply Chain Disruption
14:20 - 15:05
Tuesday, February 11
Main Stage
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 14:20 02/11/2025 14:20 Attracting and Retaining Tomorrow’s Leaders

The talent gap problem is not going away: it’s a serious issue. So once you have hired someone talented and bursting with potential, what’s the best way to keep them on your team? How can you keep them engaged and motivated in a job-hopping economy? Based on research conducted by Breakbulk magazine, find out what young professionals are really looking for in their career, why it matters, and where we go from here.

Main Stage Europe/Istanbul

The talent gap problem is not going away: it’s a serious issue. So once you have hired someone talented and bursting with potential, what’s the best way to keep them on your team? How can you keep them engaged and motivated in a job-hopping economy? Based on research conducted by Breakbulk magazine, find out what young professionals are really looking for in their career, why it matters, and where we go from here.

Talent Retention
15:30 - 17:30
Tuesday, February 11
Futures Hub
Add to calendar 02/11/2025 15:30 02/11/2025 15:30 AI Seminar Ticket Required

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Futures Hub Europe/Istanbul
Info, Education & Networking