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DAY ONE | 21 OCTOBER 2024, MONDAY
09:00 - 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 - 10:10
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON
10:10 - 10:30
PIONEERING GCC TRADE ADVANCEMENT: UNVEILING THE SMART PORTS REVOLUTION
- The role of Saudi Vision 2030 in Smart Port and Logistics Transformation
- Automating ports to enhance global competitiveness, and align with Vision 2030
- Modernizing cargo handling, and deploying modern logistics for global competitiveness
10:30 - 10:50
CHARTING THE COURSE: NAVIGATING THE DIGITAL SEAS TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF PORT LOGISTICS
- Hyper-Transparency – Know exactly where your cargo is, every step of the way
- Blockchain Trust – Secure, shared records eliminate paperwork and disputes
- Green Ports – Sustainable practices for a healthy planet and efficient operations
10:50 - 11:35
LEADERSHIP PANEL DISCUSSION | STEERING THE FUTURE: LEADING MENA PORTS TOWARD SMART AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
- Building the Infrastructure for Seamless Manned-Unmanned Vehicle Integration in Ports
- Emerging Trends and Dynamics Shaping the Maritime and Port Industry
- The evolving landscape of the maritime industry and the challenges and opportunities it presents
11:35 - 11:55
Horizontal Automation Beyond the Gate – New container conveyance technology improves port KPIs, enabling volume growth through operating efficiency
- Electrify and automate short-haul drayage
- Decongest terminals and gates to create capacity
- Integrate remote operations
11:55 - 12:25
NETWORKING & PRAYER BREAK
12:25 - 12:55
FIRESIDE CHAT | NAVIGATING THE FUTURE - PIONEERING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN PORTS FOR THE NEXT DECADE
- Unlocking Synergies between AI & IoT for Next-Gen Port Security
- Reshaping traditional port operations with digital twin technology for enhanced efficiency
- From transition to transformation – Harnessing 5G and Digital Infrastructure for enhanced connectivity
12:55 - 13:15
MASS DATA AND INNOVATIVE DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE PORTS OPERATIONS
- What part do port operations play in the sustainability of the supply chain from the standpoint of carbon footprint?
- Can ports lead the way in decarbonization while simultaneously increasing their efficiency?
- Significant impact of shipping on supply chain emissions, air quality, and timely operations: can that challenge be turned to an easy-to-handle task and a commercial advantage with digital innovations?
13:15 - 14:00
PANEL DISCUSSION | TRANSITIONING FROM PAPERWORK TO REAL-TIME VISIBILITY THROUGH CONNECTED HARBORS AND SMART INFRASTRUCTURE
- Automating logistics with smart infrastructure for optimized workflows and efficient resource allocation
- How interconnected infrastructure unlocks next-level logistics efficiency
- Leveraging data and predictive analytics for data-driven decisions and optimized outcomes
14:00 - 14:10
CLOSING REMARKS & END OF DAY ONE
14:10- 15:10
NETWORKING LUNCHEON
*This is a draft agenda. Timings are subject to change*
DAY TWO | 22 OCTOBER 2024, TUESDAY
09:00 - 10:00
REGISTRATION & WELCOME COFFEE
10:00 - 10:15
OPENING NOTE BY THE CHAIRPERSON: Mohammad Nasir, Country Manager, Lotus Shipping LLC
10:15 - 10:35
NAVIGATING THE FUTURE SEAS: REVOLUTIONIZING MARITIME CONNECTIVITY FOR ENHANCED SHIP MONITORING AND RISK MANAGEMENT THROUGH IOT
- Enhancing maritime efficiency with sensors for engine, fuel, temperature, and hull monitoring
- IOT facilitates streamlined port management for efficiency and reduced vessel turnaround
- IOT enables remote predictive maintenance for shipping fleets
10:35 - 10:55
FORTIFYING THE MARITIME SILK ROAD: NAVIGATING CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGES & CRAFTING SOLUTIONS FOR MENA SMART PORTS & LOGISTICS
- Implementing Robust Strategies and Technologies for Ports and Logistics
- Identifying and Mitigating Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities within the MENA Ports
- Risk Assessment and Contingency Planning for Smart Logistics
10:55 - 11:15
INNOVATION SESSION
- How to optimize the warehouse capacity and employee efficiency through Advanced Algorithms, Cloud Computing, and AI
- Terminal Automation: A proven path to automate horizontal transport in mixed traffic terminals
11:15 - 12:00
PANEL DISCUSSION | E-COMMERCE'S IMPACT AND THE FUTURE OF LOGISTICS IN KSA - OPTIMIZING OPERATIONS, EMBRACING TRANSFORMATION
- Automating Warehousing & Fulfillment – Optimizing for E-commerce Efficiency
- Revolutionizing Last-Mile Delivery – Smart Solutions for KSA’s Growing Needs
- Leveraging Data for E-commerce Logistics – Optimizing Demand, Inventory, & Routes in a Smart Port Environment
12:00 - 12:30
NETWORKING & PRAYER BREAK
12:30 - 12:50
FROM SIMULATION TO REAL-WORLD SUCCESS - THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF DIGITAL TWINS IN REVOLUTIONIZING PORT OPERATIONS
- Collect data on different performance indicators, including engine performance, fuel consumption, and equipment health
- Simulating various scenarios to optimize supply chain and logistics operations
- Forecasting maintenance needs and repairs for more efficient operational scheduling
12:50 - 13:10
STREAMLINING PORT OPERATIONS - THE SIGNIFICANCE OF PORT COMMUNITY SYSTEMS
- Enhance port efficiency through precise planning and accurate data movement
- Elevating workflow speed, transforming cargo handling efficiency
- Simplifying decision-making and ensuring effortless appointment management
13:10 - 13:40
FIRESIDE CHAT | POWERING PORTS - OPTIMIZING EFFICIENCY, INSIGHTS, AND INNOVATION
- Revolutionizing Port Operations – Unleashing the Power of Automated Container Terminals
- Safeguarding and Streamlining – Drones and Robots Enhance Port Security and Maintenance
- Powering the Future – Sustainable Port Operations with Solar, Wind, and Smart Technology
