Governmental Stamp of Approval<\/strong><\/p>\n H.E. Eng. Ahmed Al Khouri, Director-General of the UAE Federal Transport Authority \u2013 Land and Maritime (FTA) <\/strong>emphasized, \u201cWe are living in the dawn of a new decade, and there is a strong sense of optimism that this year will be one of great transformation for the UAE. As a result, we are confident that 2020 only marks the beginning of what will surely translate to unprecedented growth for both our country and the entire Middle East. With Expo 2020 set to take place near the end of this year, the world will see Dubai, and the rest of the UAE, in a light which it has never been acquainted with before. As we look forward to this date, Breakbulk Middle East will serve as one of various contributing forces that help in realizing of our aspirations.\u201d<\/p>\n H.E. Eng. Hessa Al Malek, Executive Director of \u00a0Maritime Transport, FTA <\/strong>echoed similar sentiments saying, \u201cUnder the wise leadership and vision of our leaders, the UAE is determined to solidify its status as the World\u2019s leading nation by 2071. We are one year away from Vision 2021, an initiative that will see this plan kick into high gear so that we can strategically strive towards achieving this goal. With multiple components involved in successfully achieving this feat, the union of vital sectors and assurance that they work collectively is of much importance. Breakbulk Middle East will serve as a bridge that connects these key sectors, thus helping fuel the UAE\u2019s future success.\u201d<\/p>\n Competitive Maritime Status <\/strong><\/p>\n With 61% of cargo destined for GCC states arriving via UAE seaports, the country\u2019s necessity for a strong maritime infrastructure cannot be overstated. The country\u2019s successful re-bid for Category-B membership within the IMO (International Maritime Organization) Council can be seen as a stepping stone in further increasing this number, and subsequently elevating its already high-profile global maritime ranking. Additionally, BBME\u2019s collaborative efforts with a company like DP World that handles around 70+ million containers annually can contribute similarly.<\/p>\n Mohammad Jaber, COO and Regional Director, Agility <\/strong>said, \u201cAs one of the world\u2019s leading logistics companies, Agility has a deep understanding of the supply chain, technology and personal service to connect our clients\u2019 business with global markets and growth opportunities is something we pride ourselves in. Breakbulk Middle East enables us to develop this knowledge with its dependably topical agenda, as well as expand our customer base with its ability to serve as a strong networking platform that unites a number of sectors. This year\u2019s implementation of \u2018Breakbulk AR\u2019 is an initiative that reflects the event\u2019s willingness to innovate and develop technological solutions, and we are sure the benefits from this will be seen in the near future.<\/p>\n Innovative and Educating<\/strong><\/p>\n Breakbulk AR, an augmented reality initiative that is set to debut at the event, will allow companies to showcase their company and project capabilities. While BBME\u2019s readiness to innovate can be seen in this, its choice to partner with WISTA (Women in Shipping Trade Association) Arabia \u2013 UAE for last year\u2019s inaugural \u2018Women in Breakbulk\u2019 initiative is equally as commendable. Looking to build on this by adding a new dimension, BBME will unveil a \u2018Women in Breakbulk Breakfast\u2019 networking platform at the upcoming event, and partner with AWIMA (Arab Women in Maritime Association) to empower women even further.<\/p>\n In addition to its innovative endeavors, BBME is also working to groom the industry\u2019s up-and-coming workforce. Dr. Ahmed Youssef, Associate Dean of Maritime Transport and Technology College,\u00a0 \u00a0the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport-Sharjah<\/strong> highlighted, \u201cIrrespective of the industry, the world is always reliant on future generations to bring forth progress and prosperity. That is why we are thrilled to be the first-ever Knowledge Partner of the event, and are appreciative of Breakbulk Middle Easts\u2019 efforts in developing young people who will be the pioneers of tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n Ben Blamire, BBME\u2019s Event Director, <\/strong>further highlighted the event\u2019s importance and stated, \u201cOver the last five years, we have strategically administered initiatives to grow both the event and its ability to increasingly benefit the industry. This year\u2019s press conference, with yet another panel of reputable speakers, only adds further credibility to the upwards trajectory of Breakbulk Middle East, in addition to reinforcing the success that this year\u2019s edition is certain to bring the industry.\u201d<\/p>\n He further added, \u201cWe understand and admire the UAE\u2019s commitment to complying with the International Maritime Organization\u2019s regulations. After successfully securing candidacy for B-category elections to the IMO council, it\u2019s our goal to have the event serve as an assist to continue their upward global trajectory by rightfully maintaining their current position or preferably elevating their status to A- category.\u201d<\/p>\n
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