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Join Saudi Arabia's largest event for Supply Chain, Logistics & Warehousing from 2-4 September, 2024

Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo fuels the Kingdom’s $15 billion market growth ambition, advancing the logistics sector

•                     Over 170 local and international exhibitors will showcase 3,500 products & services

•                     SAL Saudi Logistics Services Company, Tamex, JIT-Ex, Toyota Saudi Arabia - Abdul Latif Jameel Motors and SADR among major local exhibitors

•                     Saudi Logistics Summit to host leaders in supply chain, warehousing and logistics sectors to explore the future of the industry

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 11 June 2024: Saudi Arabia’s logistics sector market size is forecast to grow, reaching $15 billion (SAR57.4 billion) by 2030. The Kingdom aims to become a leading industrial powerhouse and global logistics hub, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030. Supporting the ambitious vision for the sector, Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo is geared up to host its first edition from 2-4 September 2024 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre.

As Saudi Arabia addresses the increasing global demand for logistics services, the country is advancing on its plans to build 59 logistics centres with a total area of more than 100 million square metres under the National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS). In alignment with these ambitious developments, the Kingdom’s largest warehousing and supply chain event will gather over 11,000 visitors and bring together more than 170 exhibitors from more than 15 countries, including China, Egypt, Greece, India, Italy, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Türkiye.

“At the inaugural Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo exhibitors will explore dynamic market opportunities and potential in the logistics sector, as well as connect, collaborate and drive forward Saudi Arabia’s supply chain and warehousing capabilities,” said Muhammed Kazi, Senior Vice President, dmg events.

Local and international companies in focus

The three-day event will showcase a diverse range of products and innovations aimed at advancing the logistics ecosystem. This will include material handling and storage equipment; packing, weighing, measuring and franking; warehouse and equipment; production controls, robotics and automation; cargo solutions; supply chain management; ports and terminals services and equipment; transport and logistics; freight forwarder services; third party logistics services; information and communications technology and safety and security.

Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo will host local and international exhibitors who will showcase systems, solutions, products and services. Some of these leaders from the Kingdom’s logistics space include SAL Saudi Logistics Services Company, a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider; Tamex, a company specializing in shipping and storage services and JIT-Ex, a provider of logistics solution and Gold Sponsor of the event. The Kingdom’s Toyota Saudi Arabia - Abdul Latif Jameel Motors and SADR, silver sponsors of the exhibition, will also be exhibiting.

In its first edition, Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo boasts a strong international presence, with exhibitors such as Link Misr (Egypt), Smartlog (Spain), Nilkamal Limited (India), Italian Works (Italy), Swisslog (Switzerland), Rakun Mobilite Teknoloji Ve Tica (Türkiye) and IBLS (Bahrain), among others presenting the latest products and industry innovation.

Promoting discussions to drive logistics growth

Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo will promote thought leadership at the inaugural Saudi Logistics Summit, bringing together leaders in the supply chain, warehousing and logistics sectors to explore the future of the industry.

With the Kingdom's ambitious goal of elevating Saudi Arabia's ranking in the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI) from 38th in 2023 to the top 10 by 2030, there lies a significant opportunity for the nation to leverage its unique position. This will enable Saudi Arabia to become a major hub for international trade and forge new partnerships to drive economic growth.

“Hosting constructive dialogue sessions, the summit will focus at driving the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (IKTVA) programme, discuss industry priorities such as digitalization, geo-political risks, expansion of trade zones and seaports, investment in transformation, international partnerships and localizing manufacturing, all while equipping attendees with insights and strategies for improving the future of the industry,” added Kazi.

Saudi Warehousing & Logistics Expo and co-located Saudi Wood Expo will take place from 2-4 September 2024 in Riyadh. The event is free to attend for industry professionals. For more information, visit: www.saudilogisticsexpo.com