October 2025 (Dammam, KSA) – Kanoo Shipping, an affiliated company of the Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company Limited and the largest regional Ship Service provider in the Middle East, has announced its participation at the Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress, scheduled to take place on 1–2 October 2025 at Dhahran Expo, Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Congress, regarded as the leading B2B platform for maritime and logistics, is set to convene over 15,000 visitors, bringing together the region’s most influential maritime leaders, global stakeholders, senior decision-makers, and an international audience of shipping professionals.
Kanoo Shipping’s participation reflects its deep commitment to advancing the maritime and logistics industry, reinforcing its position as the region’s premier tanker agent, break-bulk agent and offshore service provider. Saudi Arabia remains central to its strategy, with the company continuing to expand its presence and actively support the Kingdom’s transformation into a global logistics and maritime hub.
At the Congress, Kanoo Shipping will spotlight its portfolio of services, which include port and cargo agency, offshore support, husbandry services, bunkering solutions, naval operations support, and yacht services. The company will underscore its role as a catalyst for trade and maritime infrastructure across the region.
John Drinkwater, CEO of Kanoo Shipping, commented, “Our participation in the Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress reinforces our long-standing role in the region’s maritime industry and our commitment to shaping its future. Kanoo Shipping has consistently invested in expanding its capabilities and technologies to deliver world-class services, and we are honored to support Saudi Arabia in advancing its position as a leading regional and international hub for shipping and logistics.”
Ali Abdulla Kanoo, Deputy Chairman of Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company Limited, KSA & Chairman of Kanoo Shipping, added, “Kanoo Shipping’s heritage and expertise uniquely position us to contribute to the advancement of Saudi Arabia’s maritime ecosystem. We are proud to support the Kingdom’s Vision by delivering innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of our global partners, while fostering enduring partnerships and unlocking new avenues for sustainable growth.”
The Congress provides a strategic avenue for Kanoo Shipping to engage directly with industry leaders and stakeholders, strengthening dialogue on the future of Saudi Arabia’s maritime landscape. The Kanoo Shipping stand at Booth L30 offers attendees the chance to explore collaborative solutions, strategic partnerships, and innovations that address the evolving demands of maritime trade, offshore operations, energy logistics, and luxury marine sectors.
