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Gautham Krishnan

Global Category Manager & SME – Logistics Fluor

Gautham works with Fluor’s global logistics and supply chain function. He is a qualified Naval Architect from Cochin University of Science & Technology and holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. Gautham is experienced in leading Project Logistics Challenges and LogTech Implementation. He has worked towards packaging project logistics solutions, heavylift engineering challenges and leads initiatives in market research and digital transformation. He has also worked in Business Development, M&A and Government consulting prior to Fluor. He was bestowed with the 30-under-30  Supply Chain Rising Star Award by Institute of Supply Management, US, and the 40-Under-40 Global recognition by Antwerp XL in 2023.
 
Fluor provides professional and technical solutions that deliver safe, well-executed, capital-efficient projects to clients around the world. For more than 100 years, Fluor has provided engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services that are the essential building blocks of development and progress. With world-class expertise in engineering, technology, supply chain, program management, and construction management, Fluor is a leader in the global construction industry and is ranked No. 196 on the Fortune® 500 list. Fluor’s 41,000 employees active in over 60 countries provide deep experience in engineering, technology, supply chain, program management, and construction management. Fluor has the knowledge and reach to tackle tough challenges, delivering projects on time, within budget, and with an outstanding HSE record.
 


2026 Event Agenda Sessions

AI in Action: From Pilot to Performance

AI is being rolled out in state-backed programs across the Middle East, with governments and industry leaders accelerating adoption to drive efficiency, improve safety, reskill blue-collar workers, and unlock new value in project logistics. This session goes beyond hype to showcase real-world use cases, exploring where AI is delivering real impact, including predictive logistics, workflow transformation and cargo visibility.

Thursday 05 February 14:00 - 14:45 Main Stage

Add to calendar 02/05/2026 14:00 02/05/2026 14:45 AI in Action: From Pilot to Performance

AI is being rolled out in state-backed programs across the Middle East, with governments and industry leaders accelerating adoption to drive efficiency, improve safety, reskill blue-collar workers, and unlock new value in project logistics. This session goes beyond hype to showcase real-world use cases, exploring where AI is delivering real impact, including predictive logistics, workflow transformation and cargo visibility.

Main Stage Asia/Dubai

2025 Event Agenda Sessions

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.

Tuesday 11 February 14:30 - 15:15 Main Stage

Add to calendar 02/11/2025 14:30 02/11/2025 15:15 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 Asia/Dubai