Underlining the prominence of Saudi Arabia’s maritime logistics sector in the region and beyond, companies from the Kingdom have received a number of top accolades at the Maritime Standard Awards 2021. The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and Bahri were presented with a total of five awards during the Annual Maritime Standard Awards Gala Dinner, which was hosted at Dubai World Trade Center in the UAE on Nov. 22.
Now celebrating its eighth edition, the glittering awards ceremony was held under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, president of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and chairman and CEO of Emirates Airline and Group.
President of Mawani Omar bin Talal Hariri received the Maritime Standard Excellence Award in recognition of his contribution to the growth and development of Saudi Arabia’s seaports and maritime logistics sector.
Musaad Al-Driss, vice president of Mawani, was the recipient of the coveted Maritime Standard Lifetime Achievement Award, reflecting his tireless dedication to the shipping and maritime industries throughout his career.
Meanwhile, Bahri triumphed in the Tanker Operator of the Year, Shipping Company of the Year, and Ship Manager of the Year categories.
