Riyadh to Host Global Logistics Forum 2024
Riyadh, The Gulf Observer: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Transport, Saleh Al-Jasser, announced that Riyadh will host the Global Logistics Forum 2024 in October. The event, held under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, will take place at the King Abdullah Financial District from October 12 to 14.
Al-Jasser emphasized the significance of this landmark event, highlighting its role in fostering international collaboration and reshaping the global trade and supply chain landscape. “Our ambition is that the Global Logistics Forum helps to reshape the global map of logistics. It is a transformational platform and given his legacy of spearheading notable achievements and reforms in Saudi Arabia,” he stated.
The forum is expected to draw over 10,000 participants, including heads of state, ministers, industry leaders, experts, and innovators from across the globe. The event will focus on enhancing sector infrastructure and optimizing logistics operations to drive growth and maximize impact. A key theme of this edition will be the sector’s need for adaptability in the face of global climate change, with the forum providing a collaborative platform for stakeholders to drive meaningful change.
Attendees can look forward to a series of dynamic discussion sessions, interactive workshops, and exhibitions designed to encourage international cooperation and stimulate innovation in sustainable logistics solutions. The forum will also spotlight Saudi Arabia’s significant advancements in the sector, including the Kingdom’s impressive rise by 17 places in the Logistics Performance Index and its progress toward achieving the goals of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy.
Additionally, the forum will unveil the logistics centers master plan, a major initiative announced by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman in mid-2023. This ambitious plan aims to establish over 100 million square meters of logistics centers, enhancing infrastructure, diversifying the economy, and cementing Saudi Arabia’s position as a global logistics hub.
Set in Riyadh, a city strategically positioned at the crossroads of the world’s three largest continents and home to one of the most dynamic economies globally, the forum offers a unique opportunity for participants to influence future logistics trends, forge relationships with global leaders, and explore groundbreaking collaborations. The city’s modern infrastructure and rich cultural heritage further enhance the setting for this prestigious event.
