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29 January 2026

Jeddah, KSA

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29-January-2026

The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

29-January-2026

The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Saudi Maritime Awards Night

Event Reveal
The inaugural Saudi Maritime Awards Night is scheduled to take place in The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Thursday, 29/01/2026.

The event is held under the patronage of H.E Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistic Services & Chairman of the Transport General Authority, and organized in strategic partnership with the Transport General Authority (TGA).

Organized by Robban Assafina, the MENA Maritime Media Platform, this event aims to recognize and honor notable figures in the maritime and shipping sectors for their significant accomplishments and consistent high-level performance in areas such as ports, shipping, and related industries.

Achievements and Contribution
Saudi Maritime Awards will feature twenty-four distinct awards, carefully chosen by a prestigious panel of independent judges. It'll serve as an ideal forum to showcase contributions of maritime professionals to the industry, bringing together various stakeholders, including regional government agencies, maritime administrations,

shipowners, shipping lines, port and terminal operators, shipbuilding and repair firms, as well as representatives from the Oil & Gas and Offshore sectors.

Judgement and Appreciation
The judging panel, composed of distinguished thought leaders and industry experts, will evaluate nominees, ensuring that only the most deserving candidates receive recognition. This occasion provides companies in the region with a platform to share their success stories with a global audience, enhancing their visibility and reputation within the maritime community. The insights gained during this evaluation process will contribute to a deeper understanding of industry trends and best practices.

Highlighting Regional Influence
The event will emphasize Saudi Arabia’s pivotal role in becoming a regional maritime trade hub, showcasing the remarkable achievements and innovations within the sector. By highlighting these successes, the awards aim to position the country as a leader in maritime commerce and development, while also encouraging further investment and collaboration in the industry. This initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing its maritime capabilities and strengthening its influence.

Event Reveal
The inaugural Saudi Maritime Awards Night is scheduled to take place in The Ritz-Carlton Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Thursday, 29/01/2026.

The ev

ent is held under the patronage of H.E Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistic Services & Chairman of the Transport General Authority, and organized in strategic partnership with the Transport General Authority (TGA). Organized by Robban Assafina, the MENA Maritime Media Platform, this event aims to recognize and honor notable figures in the maritime and shipping sectors for their significant accomplishments and consistent high-level performance in areas such as ports, shipping, and related industries. Achievements and Contribution Saudi Maritime Awards will feature twenty-four distinct awards, carefully chosen by a prestigious panel of independent judges. It'll serve as an ideal forum to showcase contributions of maritime professionals to the industry, bringing together various stakeholders, including regional government agencies, maritime administrations, shipowners, shipping lines, port and terminal operators, shipbuilding and repair firms, as well as representatives from the Oil & Gas and Offshore sectors. Judgement and Appreciation The judging panel, composed of distinguished thought leaders and industry experts, will evaluate nominees, ensuring that only the most deserving candidates receive recognition. This occasion provides companies in the region with a platform to share their success stories with a global audience, enhancing their visibility and reputation within the maritime community. The insights gained during this evaluation process will contribute to a deeper understanding of industry trends and best practices. Highlighting Regional Influence The event will emphasize Saudi Arabia’s pivotal role in becoming a regional maritime trade hub, showcasing the remarkable achievements and innovations within the sector. By highlighting these successes, the awards aim to position the country as a leader in maritime commerce and development, while also encouraging further investment and collaboration in the industry. This initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing its maritime capabilities and strengthening its influence.

The Awards

Best Freight Forwarder & Logistics Award

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Best Project Innovation Award

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Best Yacht Services Award

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CEO of the Year Award

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Classification Society of the Year Award

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CSR Award of the Year

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Excellence in Maritime Education Award

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Excellence in Maritime Risk Management Award

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Leading Woman in Shipping Award

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Maritime Hall of Fame Award

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Maritime Law Firm of the Year Award

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Maritime Personality of the Year Award

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Maritime Safety & Security Award

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Maritime Youth Award

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Port of the Year Award

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Port Operator of the Year Award

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Ship Agency Award

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Ship Manager Award

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Ship Repair Yard Award

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Shipping Company Award

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Shipping Leadership Award

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Sustainable Shipping Award

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Tanker Operator Award

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Terminal Operator Award

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The Green Shipping Award

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The Marine Insurer Award

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Top Service Provider in Marine & Offshore Award

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Why To Sponsor

An exclusive platform to highlight industry-leading businesses and individuals that will help shape the future of shipping for years to come, Saudi Maritime Awards will be the premier opportunity for all maritime players across the region to highlight their contributions to this ever-changing industry. The Saudi Maritime Awards night will host some of the most influential innovators and corporate executives from the maritime industry across the region. So, if you’re looking to leverage on the

outstanding visibility, recognition, and value the event provides, you’re at the right place. Judged by a panel of industry experts,Saudi Maritime Awards is building on a reputation of being the region’s premier award scheme, and your participation could bring you a host of benefits including unrivalled PR and Media exposure, the opportunity to stand out from your competitors, and the chance to position your team as industry leaders.

tions to this ever-changing industry. The Saudi Maritime Awards night will host some of the most influential innovators and corporate executives from the maritime industry across the region. So, if you’re looking to leverage on the outstanding visibility, recognition, and value the event provides, you’re at the right place. Judged by a panel of industry experts,Saudi Maritime Awards is building on a reputation of being the region’s premier award scheme, and your participation could bring you a host of benefits including unrivalled PR and Media exposure, the opportunity to stand out from your competitors, and the chance to position your team as industry leaders.