Day 1: Tuesday

Location:  Al Dana Ballroom

09:00-09:05

Welcome remarks and curtain raiser

Master of ceremony:

Mohamed Zaman

Committees Affairs Specialist, GPCA

09:05-09:15

Opening remarks

Saleh Al-Suwaiti

CEO, FAHSS-TUV and Chairman, Supply Chain Committee, GPCA

09:15-09:55

Opening keynote: Enabling supply chain collaborations in a changing world

Moderation by:

Joint presenters:

Udit Arora

Head of Committees Affairs & Economic Research (A), GPCA

Patrick Hore

Global Vertical Head of Chemicals, Maersk

Ibrahim Bin Dayel

Director, Global SC Solids, SABIC

09:55-10:55

The commercial global supply chain is long and is often affected by cross-border problems associated with delays due to procedures, trade costs, and standards. These realities emphasize the need for information technology, support, communication, and collaboration. Supply chain management sometimes becomes a balancing act of time versus cost. This is seen most easily in the transportation element. The rail sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council (‘GCC’) is rapidly evolving. Developing this aspect of the region’s infrastructure will play a key role in the diversification of economies, in facilitating growth and providing a more environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative method of ground transportation. Through this session we will focus on:
  • The vital role supply chain infrastructure plays in keeping the flow of goods moving both within and between GCC. Infrastructure operators are building a presence across the supply chain to enhance their value proposition
  • Supply chain benefits in relation to investing in well-connected rail projects within the region
  • Is there a need for standardisation in infrastructure across GCC geographies
  • Reaping the benefits of investment in technologies and integration of the value chain using digital platforms

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Mirko Pahl

Partner & Director, Berlin, BCG

Turky Bin Suwaidan

Freight Train Operations Director, Saudi Railway Company

Abdulmutalib Ghazai, MSc. P.Eng.

Rail Infrastructure Director, Oman-Etihad Rail Co. (OERC)

Tobias Maier

Regional CFO, DHL Global Forwarding, and CEO, Saloodo

10:55-11:30

Coffee break and networking

Location:  Al Mawad Hall

Sponsored by:

11:30-12:30

Fueled by evolving trends and disruptions, the requirements of the Supply Chain of the future is changing, with an increased focus on ESG, Integration and Flexibility. The resilience and sustainability of a company’s product supply network have become more important. This shift has undermined the assumptions that led many companies to earlier design a global network with manufacturing hubs in low-cost locations. Indeed, what was once an ideal network maybe a competitive disadvantage today. Supply Chains are likely facing questions that impact their operating model whilst being confronted with the need for some immediate actions. Through this session, panellists will urge you to assess your strategy and bring your Supply Chain setup in line with future requirements:
  • The key trends and developments in the petrochemical industry driving supply chain design and re-design
  • The physical network set-up: Producers rethinking their supplier base and sourcing strategies
  • The positive impact of changing business models on the overall uptime and performance of assets, also improving their life expectancy
  • Partnering and sharing the risks in the supply chain to be resilient and agile

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Sachin Halbe

Partner, Strategic Operations, Kearney MEA

Saleh Al-Shabnan

Chairman of the Board, Saudi Supply Chain & Procurement Society

Ahmed Alkatheeri

SVP, Supply Chain Management, Borouge

Dheeraj Bhatia

Senior Managing Director Region Middle East, Hapag-Lloyd Middle East

Muataz Alsafi

Chief Development Officer, Trukker

12:30-13:50

Lunch and prayers

Location: Al Okaz Conference Room

13:50-14:20

More and more companies are starting to shift focus to the sustainability of their supply chains. This is largely due to recent and growing legislation around supply chain sustainability and an increasing demand from customers that their products be sustainably produced. For many companies, sustainability is no longer just something to monitor, but integral to the foundation of their supply chain. Our Speaker will discuss a holistic supply chain management plan that focuses on socially and environmentally sustainable sourcing strategies.

Marina Surzhenko

Commercial, Business Development and Energy Transition Director, Vopak

14:20-15:20

Led by ESG imperatives supply-chain decarbonization is increasingly becoming a license-to-operate for businesses and companies are making their emissions reductions commitments public. These commitments initially focused on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which are produced directly by companies or indirectly through the purchase of energy. However, experts agree that reducing Scope 3 emissions generated in the upstream and downstream value chain is both the greatest challenge and opportunity. Organisations aiming to lead in this area must engage effectively with their value networks, be innovative and focused on creating impact. This session will be an opportunity for companies to share strategic choices to share and lead on specific decarbonization opportunities. Our panellists will also address:
  • How tackling Scope 3 emissions presents an additional layer of complexity, including opaque carbon-accounting and tracking practices
  • Communicate and work collaboratively with customers, supply networks, and industry groups to create maximum impact
  • Innovate and improve business models to create new value while reducing emissions

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Arun Bruce

Co-Founder and CEO, TransformationX

Gina Fyffe

CEO, Integra Petrochemicals

Raja Boufakheraldeen

Country Chief Executive, KSA, Bureau Veritas

Faisal Nadeem

GM, Transportation, Almajdouie Logistics

15:20-15:25

Closing by emcee

19:30-22:00

Gala dinner and Supply Chain Excellence Awards ceremony

Location: Al Dana Ballroom

Sponsored by:

Day 2: Wednesday

Location:  Al Dana Ballroom

09:00-09:05

Welcome remarks

Master of ceremony:

Mohammed Abdulrahman Al-Akil

Specialist, Monetization SABIC Taxonomy, SABIC

09:05-09:10

Opening remarks

Aslam Moola

Commercial & Business Development Director, Vopak ME and Vice-Chair, Supply Chain Committee, GPCA

09:10-09:40

The question on everyone’s mind is, “Why are supply chains facing disruptions, and how long will they last?”. Studies show that it will be at least another year of low growth, high prices and bare shelves before the disruptions end. The increased risk of interruption of supplies forces businesses today to price in political factors and respond to fast changing political demands.  Our speaker will discuss the evolving landscape, the influence of geopolitics, the impact supply chain issues have on inflation and how policymakers can respond.

Raveen Guliani

VP, Logistics & Trade Development, DP World UAE 

09:40-10:40

“TradeTech” promises a more efficient, inclusive and sustainable trade in the future, but there is an urgent need for policymaking to keep pace with developments in the field to realize its full potential. TradeTech such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) and the internet of things (IoT) all offer the potential to facilitate trade by improving efficiency, reducing costs and providing greater resilience in supply chains. Despite ongoing efforts, there remain many unseized opportunities and unexplored policies. Our speakers will address:
  • Technology has revolutionized SCs to achieve numerous benefits such as coordination, increased efficiency, responsiveness, and competitive advantages. The impact of technology usage on supply chain resilience and performance.
  • How the trade policy world can be better prepared
  • The need for the trade and technology communities to implement a more agile and flexible approach to TradeTech policy that incorporates the principles of forward-looking, openness, proportionality, and fairness as well as the importance of international regulatory cooperation.

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Sushil Krishna Srinivasan

MD, Accenture

Bassel El Dabbagh

MD – Levant, Egypt & Saudi Arabia, CEVA Logistics

Mohammad Al Tamimi

Procurement Manager, Raw Materials, Tasnee

Dawood Al Rahbi

VP, Global Supply Chain, OQ

10:40-11:10

Digital technology adoption in GCC chemical supply chains

Noora Mukhtar

Research Specialist, GPCA

11:10-11:40

Coffee break and networking

Location:  Al Mawad Hall

Sponsored by:

11:40-12:10

Case study: Logistics optimization in the petrochemical industry

Nadeem A. Khan

Operations Manager, Almajdouie De Rijke Logistics

12:10-12:40

Our speaker will focus on how digital help in resolving challenges in supply chain by using  live information feeds, such as incoming shipment schedules, vehicle locations, and inventory levels, to assess the supply chain’s current state and provide updated forecasts.
  • Real-time tracking and monitoring of assets
  • Predictive maintenance and repair
  • Enhanced decision making and optimisation
  • Increased efficiency and reduced costs

Nico Schuetz

CEO, DHL Supply Chain Middle East

12:40-13:20

Across the Middle East, the increased use of chemicals in the production of goods has spurred a growing demand for chemical logistics. Chemical supply chains increasingly challenging and often complex. The transportation of chemicals requires maximum control of the processes throughout, visibility at every step and a secure, and a reliable safe mode of transport. Underpinning all of these operational activities are regulations, standards and compliance challenges.
  • Present updates and drive continuous improvement in environment, health, safety, security and quality performance.
  • IMO proposal for classification of plastic pellets (global and regional updates)

Hasso Marggraff

Transportation Safety & Security, DOW

Udit Arora

Head of Committees Affairs & Economic Research (A), GPCA

13:20-13:30

Closing remarks

Dr. Abdulwahab Al Sadoun

Secretary General, GPCA

13:30

Lunch & prayers

Location: Al Okaz Conference Room

16 May 2023

Day 1: Tuesday

Location:  Al Dana Ballroom

09:00-09:05

Welcome remarks and curtain raiser

Master of ceremony:

Mohamed Zaman

Committees Affairs Specialist, GPCA

09:05-09:15

Opening remarks

Saleh Al-Suwaiti

CEO, FAHSS-TUV and Chairman, Supply Chain Committee, GPCA

09:15-09:55

Opening keynote: Enabling supply chain collaborations in a changing world

Moderation by:

Joint presenters:

Udit Arora

Head of Committees Affairs & Economic Research (A), GPCA

Patrick Hore

Global Vertical Head of Chemicals, Maersk

Ibrahim Bin Dayel

Director, Global SC Solids, SABIC

09:55-10:55

The commercial global supply chain is long and is often affected by cross-border problems associated with delays due to procedures, trade costs, and standards. These realities emphasize the need for information technology, support, communication, and collaboration. Supply chain management sometimes becomes a balancing act of time versus cost. This is seen most easily in the transportation element. The rail sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council (‘GCC’) is rapidly evolving. Developing this aspect of the region’s infrastructure will play a key role in the diversification of economies, in facilitating growth and providing a more environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative method of ground transportation. Through this session we will focus on:
  • The vital role supply chain infrastructure plays in keeping the flow of goods moving both within and between GCC. Infrastructure operators are building a presence across the supply chain to enhance their value proposition
  • Supply chain benefits in relation to investing in well-connected rail projects within the region
  • Is there a need for standardisation in infrastructure across GCC geographies
  • Reaping the benefits of investment in technologies and integration of the value chain using digital platforms

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Mirko Pahl

Partner & Director, Berlin, BCG

Turky Bin Suwaidan

Freight Train Operations Director, Saudi Railway Company

Abdulmutalib Ghazai, MSc. P.Eng.

Rail Infrastructure Director, Oman-Etihad Rail Co. (OERC)

Tobias Maier

Regional CFO, DHL Global Forwarding, and CEO, Saloodo

10:55-11:30

Coffee break and networking

Location:  Al Mawad Hall

Sponsored by:

11:30-12:30

Fueled by evolving trends and disruptions, the requirements of the Supply Chain of the future is changing, with an increased focus on ESG, Integration and Flexibility. The resilience and sustainability of a company’s product supply network have become more important. This shift has undermined the assumptions that led many companies to earlier design a global network with manufacturing hubs in low-cost locations. Indeed, what was once an ideal network maybe a competitive disadvantage today. Supply Chains are likely facing questions that impact their operating model whilst being confronted with the need for some immediate actions. Through this session, panellists will urge you to assess your strategy and bring your Supply Chain setup in line with future requirements:
  • The key trends and developments in the petrochemical industry driving supply chain design and re-design
  • The physical network set-up: Producers rethinking their supplier base and sourcing strategies
  • The positive impact of changing business models on the overall uptime and performance of assets, also improving their life expectancy
  • Partnering and sharing the risks in the supply chain to be resilient and agile

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Sachin Halbe

Partner, Strategic Operations, Kearney MEA

Saleh Al-Shabnan

Chairman of the Board, Saudi Supply Chain & Procurement Society

Ahmed Alkatheeri

SVP, Supply Chain Management, Borouge

Dheeraj Bhatia

Senior Managing Director Region Middle East, Hapag-Lloyd Middle East

Muataz Alsafi

Chief Development Officer, Trukker

12:30-13:50

Lunch and prayers

Location: Al Okaz Conference Room

13:50-14:20

More and more companies are starting to shift focus to the sustainability of their supply chains. This is largely due to recent and growing legislation around supply chain sustainability and an increasing demand from customers that their products be sustainably produced. For many companies, sustainability is no longer just something to monitor, but integral to the foundation of their supply chain. Our Speaker will discuss a holistic supply chain management plan that focuses on socially and environmentally sustainable sourcing strategies.

Marina Surzhenko

Commercial, Business Development and Energy Transition Director, Vopak

14:20-15:20

Led by ESG imperatives supply-chain decarbonization is increasingly becoming a license-to-operate for businesses and companies are making their emissions reductions commitments public. These commitments initially focused on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which are produced directly by companies or indirectly through the purchase of energy. However, experts agree that reducing Scope 3 emissions generated in the upstream and downstream value chain is both the greatest challenge and opportunity. Organisations aiming to lead in this area must engage effectively with their value networks, be innovative and focused on creating impact. This session will be an opportunity for companies to share strategic choices to share and lead on specific decarbonization opportunities. Our panellists will also address:
  • How tackling Scope 3 emissions presents an additional layer of complexity, including opaque carbon-accounting and tracking practices
  • Communicate and work collaboratively with customers, supply networks, and industry groups to create maximum impact
  • Innovate and improve business models to create new value while reducing emissions

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Arun Bruce

Co-Founder and CEO, TransformationX

Gina Fyffe

CEO, Integra Petrochemicals

Raja Boufakheraldeen

Country Chief Executive, KSA, Bureau Veritas

Faisal Nadeem

GM, Transportation, Almajdouie Logistics

15:20-15:25

Closing by emcee

19:30-22:00

Gala dinner and Supply Chain Excellence Awards ceremony

Location: Al Dana Ballroom

Sponsored by:

17 May 2023

Day 2: Wednesday

Location:  Al Dana Ballroom

09:00-09:05

Welcome remarks

Master of ceremony:

Mohammed Abdulrahman Al-Akil

Specialist, Monetization SABIC Taxonomy, SABIC

09:05-09:10

Opening remarks

Aslam Moola

Commercial & Business Development Director, Vopak ME and Vice-Chair, Supply Chain Committee, GPCA

09:10-09:40

The question on everyone’s mind is, “Why are supply chains facing disruptions, and how long will they last?”. Studies show that it will be at least another year of low growth, high prices and bare shelves before the disruptions end. The increased risk of interruption of supplies forces businesses today to price in political factors and respond to fast changing political demands.  Our speaker will discuss the evolving landscape, the influence of geopolitics, the impact supply chain issues have on inflation and how policymakers can respond.

Raveen Guliani

VP, Logistics & Trade Development, DP World UAE 

09:40-10:40

“TradeTech” promises a more efficient, inclusive and sustainable trade in the future, but there is an urgent need for policymaking to keep pace with developments in the field to realize its full potential. TradeTech such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) and the internet of things (IoT) all offer the potential to facilitate trade by improving efficiency, reducing costs and providing greater resilience in supply chains. Despite ongoing efforts, there remain many unseized opportunities and unexplored policies. Our speakers will address:
  • Technology has revolutionized SCs to achieve numerous benefits such as coordination, increased efficiency, responsiveness, and competitive advantages. The impact of technology usage on supply chain resilience and performance.
  • How the trade policy world can be better prepared
  • The need for the trade and technology communities to implement a more agile and flexible approach to TradeTech policy that incorporates the principles of forward-looking, openness, proportionality, and fairness as well as the importance of international regulatory cooperation.

Teaser presentation and moderation by:

Panelists:

Sushil Krishna Srinivasan

MD, Accenture

Bassel El Dabbagh

MD – Levant, Egypt & Saudi Arabia, CEVA Logistics

Mohammad Al Tamimi

Procurement Manager, Raw Materials, Tasnee

Dawood Al Rahbi

VP, Global Supply Chain, OQ

10:40-11:10

Digital technology adoption in GCC chemical supply chains

Noora Mukhtar

Research Specialist, GPCA

11:10-11:40

Coffee break and networking

Location:  Al Mawad Hall

Sponsored by:

11:40-12:10

Case study: Logistics optimization in the petrochemical industry

Nadeem A. Khan

Operations Manager, Almajdouie De Rijke Logistics

12:10-12:40

Our speaker will focus on how digital help in resolving challenges in supply chain by using  live information feeds, such as incoming shipment schedules, vehicle locations, and inventory levels, to assess the supply chain’s current state and provide updated forecasts.
  • Real-time tracking and monitoring of assets
  • Predictive maintenance and repair
  • Enhanced decision making and optimisation
  • Increased efficiency and reduced costs

Nico Schuetz

CEO, DHL Supply Chain Middle East

12:40-13:20

Across the Middle East, the increased use of chemicals in the production of goods has spurred a growing demand for chemical logistics. Chemical supply chains increasingly challenging and often complex. The transportation of chemicals requires maximum control of the processes throughout, visibility at every step and a secure, and a reliable safe mode of transport. Underpinning all of these operational activities are regulations, standards and compliance challenges.
  • Present updates and drive continuous improvement in environment, health, safety, security and quality performance.
  • IMO proposal for classification of plastic pellets (global and regional updates)

Hasso Marggraff

Transportation Safety & Security, DOW

Udit Arora

Head of Committees Affairs & Economic Research (A), GPCA

13:20-13:30

Closing remarks

Dr. Abdulwahab Al Sadoun

Secretary General, GPCA

13:30

Lunch & prayers

Location: Al Okaz Conference Room