Ports Operator hosts Fourth Annual Partners’ Forum
The emerging trends and topics influencing the future of global seaborne trade, their impact on local and regional businesses, and the importance of innovation in shaping the trade and logistics sectors were discussed recently at the Fourth Abu Dhabi Ports’ Annual Partners’ Forum.
The yearly gathering brings together a diverse range of stakeholders, partners and customers to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the trade and logistics sectors. This year’s edition of Abu Dhabi Ports’ Partners’ Forum saw the participation of major UAE government bodies and private sector companies.
The event was inaugurated by Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports, who stressed in his keynote address that collaboration has been one of the foundations of Abu Dhabi Ports’ success.
“The Partners’ Forum continues to grow as we welcome more and more customers and government stakeholders, reflecting the significance of providing industry leaders and business influencers with a platform to exchange knowledge and discuss the latest opportunities in the region,” he added.
The latest edition of the forum also featured lively panel discussions on the role that innovation and smart port solutions can play in the trade and logistics sectors. The research conducted by Abu Dhabi Ports showed that more than 70% of respondents believe that these sectors in the GCC are more prepared to incorporate automation and smart solutions compared to the global industry.
It also confirmed that blockchain technology, the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence are the top three innovations shaping the trade and logistics sectors..
Panel discussions at the forum also focused on the impact of population growth, trade patterns, waste management, ocean pollution, and collaboration to promote business growth.
