Further underlining its status as one of the world’s leading maritime logistics hubs, Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah Port has been named “Sea Port of the Year” at the inaugural edition of the Landmarks in Logistics Awards.
The award was presented during a glittering ceremony in Dubai, which celebrated the achievements of key industry players whose products and services have had a transformative impact on the logistics sector.
Hosted by Logistics Gulf News, a fast-growing niche media portal, the awards highlight the accomplishments of leading organizations in the field.
Jay New, CEO of King Abdullah Port, commented: “We are delighted to accept this prestigious accolade in recognition of King Abdullah Port’s remarkable success and growing reputation as a leading global hub connecting continents.
“Our state-of-the-art facilities have been built to the highest international standards and are designed to support trade and economic growth in the Kingdom for decades to come. We look forward to many more milestones ahead as we continue our journey toward fulfilling the promise of Vision 2030, the wise leadership’s roadmap to enduring prosperity.”
The judging panel for the inaugural edition of the awards included experts of logistics, transport, and supply chain management, while the ceremony was attended by the region’s top industry players and other key stakeholders.