Engineer Dr. Mohamed Abdel Aziz

Engineer Dr. Mohamed Abdel Aziz

Head of Development and Scientific Research Department, Port Training Institute, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AAST&MT)

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Mr. Mohamed Abdel Aziz is a highly respected professional in port development and operations. Currently, he is Head of the Development and Scientific Research Department at the Ports Training Institute (PTI). His career is marked by significant contributions to the maritime and port sectors. 

Previously, Mr. Mohamed served as an Instructor in the Simulation Department at the Ports Training Institute of the Arab Academy. He also held the role of Technical Coordinator at the Electronic Port Management Centre within PTI. His expertise and leadership have been instrumental in shaping the training and development programmes at these institutions. 

In addition to his roles within PTI, Mr. Mohamed is an active member of the Scientific Research Committee at the Arab Academy. He is also a member of the Cooperation and Development Committee at the Med Port Association, where he contributes to various initiatives aimed at enhancing port operations and management. As a lecturer at the Med Port Association, he shares his knowledge and insights with the next generation of maritime professionals. 

Mr. Mohamed’s academic pursuits include a fellowship from Guangzhou University in Port Development. His studies and research focus on key areas such as port sustainability and green transition, port city integration, port equipment operation and supervision, supply chain resilience and risk management, and port regionalisation. These areas of expertise are critical for the advancement and modernisation of port operations. 

Throughout his career, Mr. Mohamed has managed and participated in numerous innovation and training projects. These projects, which span Egypt, the MENA region, and the EU Commission, are centred around capacity building, sustainability, and smart port operations. His work on these projects underscores his commitment to drive progress and innovation in the maritime sector. 

Mr. Mohamed Abdel Aziz’s career is characterised by his dedication to improving port operations and his contributions to the field of maritime training and research. His efforts continue to have a lasting impact on the industry, making him a prominent figure in the global port community.