Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Bahri participates in Breakbulk Americas

Saudi Arabia-based Bahri, a global leader in logistics and transportation, has participated in Breakbulk Americas 2019 which took place from October 8 - 10 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston in the US state of Texas.

The company was represented by Bahri Logistics at the largest exhibition for the project cargo and breakbulk industry in the Americas. The annual event attracted more than 5,000visitors and 350 exhibitors, including specialized ocean carriers, freight forwarders, ports and terminals, and logistics providers.

Ahmed Al-Ghaith, president, Bahri Logistics, said: “We are pleased to participate in Breakbulk Americas, one of the most significant events on the annual calendar for the global maritime logistics sector, for a sixth consecutive year.”

“Our presence at exhibitions of this calibre offers unparalleled opportunities to engage with industry peers, partners, and potential customers, and plays an important role in further increasing Bahri Logistics’ footprint in the North and South American markets, which represent a key focus of our growth strategy.

“As one of the top 10 breakbulk carriers in the world, Bahri Logistics’ award-winning services and solutions set new industry benchmarks for quality. Innovation has been the hallmark of our continuing global expansion, and we remain committed to seeking out fresh avenues to enhance our offerings and deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction,” added Al-Ghaith.

Bahri Logistics operates six state-of-the-art 26,000-DWT vessels, which are specially designed to carry breakbulk, project, and ro-ro cargoes, including heavyweight and over-dimensional loads up to 220 metric tons.

As part of Bahri’s long-term growth strategy, Bahri Logistics opened its second North American office in Houston during 2017, further strengthening its presence and position in the country’s largest breakbulk and general cargo port. – TradeArabia News Service