Saudi Maritime Congress boosts the capabilities of workforce

DAMMAM: Scheduled to be held in Dhahran Expo in Dammam, the third edition of the Saudi Maritime Congress is all set to enhance the capabilities of the industry’s workforce, and develop the theoretical and practical knowledge of aspiring professionals in the Kingdom by giving them an opportunity to interact and learn from leaders in the sector.

One key focus area of the event’s strategic agenda is improving the region’s maritime education standards, reinforcing its support for economic diversification, investments in promising sectors, and reducing dependence on oil and gas-based revenues. This echoes the goals of Vision 2030, which seeks to raise the contribution of non-oil exports to the GDP of the Kingdom from 16 per cent to at least 50 per cent.

Emadalhumam,seniorvicepresidentofcorporate Services, International Maritime Industries said: “Saudi Maritime Congress is the ideal plaform to discuss the importance of maritime education and training, and the need for qualified national cadres to enhance the Kingdom’s global competitiveness, and achieve the goals of Vision 2030. As the largest shipyard in the MENA region, it is our responsibility to contribute towards the progress of the maritime industryinthekingdom.followingastrategicplanto construct some of the largest ships in the world, and thanks to our affiliation with leading global entities, we were able to take the lead in the shipbuilding industry and maintain standards that are at par with those of major international corporations. In line with the national aim of increasing job opportunities for Saudi nationals, we have always been keen on utilising the capabilities and expertise of local talents and resources.”