Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh

Ladies and gentlemen, honored guests and speakers,

I am pleased to welcome you to the first edition of the International Conference on Maritime Logistics and Ports (ICMLP), organized by the Netherlands Maritime University College , STC Next – Rotterdam, in cooperation with the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport, represented by the Port Training Institute. This event marks the beginning of cooperation between these prestigious institutions in organizing international conferences, and being proactive market leaders in our diverse regions. This conference is part of emphasizing the importance of the maritime industry and the need for integration between global ports in light of the changes, developments and risks threatening international shipping.

Dear guests,

The Arab Academy is one of the most prestigious educational institutions in Egypt and the Arab region with over fifty years of experience in the fields of education, training, research and maritime consultancy. It is also one of the specialized organizations of the League of Arab States. In addition, the Academy has signed numerous cooperation protocols with international educational institutions, involving nearly 30 institutions in Europe, Asia, the United States and many other countries.

The Port Training Institute (PTI) and the Maritime Research & Consultation Center (MRCC), which I have the privilege of heading, are two specialized technical institutions of the Arab Academy that deal with the training and qualification of maritime professionals and conduct studies, research and consultancy in the maritime field. PTI & MRCC have over 40 years of experience in these fields. During this time, they have trained thousands of trainees in Egypt, the Arab region and Africa and conducted dozens of studies, research and consultancy for seaports in Egypt and the Arab world.

Dear Guests,

This conference, which will be attended by a large number of decision makers from around the world as well as renowned experts and professionals in the field of ports and maritime transportation, aims to shed light on the role of technology and sustainable development through the use of renewable energy techniques and reducing the environmental impact in the face of climate change that our planet is facing. It also aims to improve knowledge of future challenges, the importance of the resilience and quality of port services and the strategic role of digitalization in improving maritime transport and developing environmentally friendly shipping practices.

Ladies and gentlemen,

Finally, allow me to acknowledge this constructive and extraordinary cooperation and to reaffirm that the Arab Academy spares no effort to cooperate and provide support to any regional or international institution, be it in the training and qualification of personnel or in the provision of research and consultancy.

Thank you.