Connect with 10,500+ Industry Leaders from 125+ Countries in Dubai
Secure two days of unmatched networking, strategic insight, and business opportunity at the Middle East’s premier project cargo event.
Breakbulk Middle East is the region’s fastest growing event for those involved in the region’s oil & gas, energy, chemicals and infrastructure projects.
Why Breakbulk Middle East?
Exclusive Access to the Middle East Market
Breakbulk Middle East is the only regional event dedicated to breakbulk and project cargo, offering unparalleled access to one of the world’s most dynamic and fastest-growing markets across the Middle East and Africa.
Powered by DP World and Key Partners
Supported by DP World and leading industry players, Breakbulk Middle East connects you with the most influential names across the logistics and cargo sectors in the Middle East.
Insights Tailored to the Region
Dive deep into logistics, infrastructure projects, and trade developments across the Middle East, Africa and beyond with expert-led sessions designed to tackle the unique challenges of these high-growth regions.
Prime Dubai Location at the World Trade Centre
Hosted at Dubai’s World Trade Centre, a key international trade hub, Breakbulk Middle East offers seamless networking for global and regional professionals from across the region.
Solutions-Oriented Learning
Participate in workshops, panels, and case studies that provide actionable strategies tailored to resilience, growth, and performance in Middle Eastern and African markets.
A Diverse, Industry-Specific Exhibitor Base
Discover innovations from a broad range of exhibitors who provide targeted solutions for breakbulk and project cargo challenges in the region.
The decision-makers you could meet
Breakbulk Middle East attracts the people shaping the region’s most ambitious infrastructure and energy projects. From C-suite executives and project managers to logistics specialists and procurement leaders, this is where vital business connections are made. Whether you’re looking to meet key buyers, secure new contracts, or forge strategic alliances, the event delivers direct access to the professionals who influence purchasing decisions across the entire supply chain.
What's on
Content sessions
The Breakbulk Main Stage features leading breakbulk and project executives who will provide insights into the latest business and trade intelligence, as well as delve deeper into key markets, sectors and issues affecting the whole supply chain.
Annual Golf Day
The DP World Breakbulk Middle East Golf Day is the perfect precursor to the region's largest event for the project cargo and breakbulk industry. Whether you are visiting Dubai especially for the Breakbulk Middle East exhibition, or live locally, join colleagues and clients for an afternoon on the fairways.
Women in Breakbulk Luncheon
The Women in Breakbulk Networking Luncheon is an afternoon of connection, inspiration and celebration. This program brings together women from across the industry to share experiences, build meaningful relationships and gain new perspectives.
Chartering Workshop
This workshop, presented in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, is an intermediate level course that provides a deeper understanding of chartering principles and applications.
Why just visit when you can exhibit?
As an exhibitor, you will meet face-to-face with project owners, EPCs, industrial manufacturers and global project forwarders—the people who decide which service providers get the next contract. Share your services and your expertise directly with buyers in a venue designed for making the connections you need for new business.
Hear from past exhibitors and attendees on how Breakbulk Middle East facilitates conversations around the ongoing challenges within the industry and the solutions being brought to the forefront.
Maersk
Hear from Paul Smith, Head of Project Logistics – IMEA Region at Maersk, as he discusses how Maersk is expanding beyond container shipping by focusing on key verticals: renewable energy, oil and gas, mining, and infrastructure. He highlights the company’s strategic growth in India, the Middle East, and Africa, where shifting trade dynamics and rising energy demands are creating new opportunities. With direct asset access and specialized expertise, Maersk is positioning itself as a full-service project logistics provider in these critical sectors.
Head of Project Logistics - IMEA Region MaerskDHL
Sue Donoghue, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding Saudi Arabia, discusses the scale and complexity of Saudi Arabia’s giga projects and DHL’s role in enabling them with innovative logistics - from advanced warehousing and digitalisation to sustainable solutions. DHL is investing over €500 million in Saudi Arabia and the UAE by 2030 to expand capacity, modernize infrastructure, and support Vision 2030, meeting the demand for smarter, faster supply chains ahead of major global events like the World Expo.
CEO DHL Global Forwarding Saudi ArabiaWR Logistics
Eduardo Garcia Rodriguez, CEO LATAM of WR Logistics, highlights the company’s deep specialization in EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) logistics, offering end-to-end solutions from consulting to full project execution - unlike traditional forwarders. Now expanding into Saudi Arabia and Dubai, WR Logistics is positioning itself at the heart of the region’s infrastructure, energy, and transport boom, making this a prime time for growth in the Middle East.
CEO LATAM WR LogisticsSecure your spot and connect with industry leaders in Dubai
Breakbulk Middle East brings together decision-makers from major EPCs, oil & gas, energy, chemicals, and infrastructure sectors.
2025 Highlights
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