Day OneEnergy Supply Chain Security
Highlighting the security of maritime energy supply chains and their role in stabilizing global trade.
A Strategic Dialogue to Place Maritime Security at the Forefront of International Discourse
Over three days, Riyadh will host naval leaders, government decision-makers, industry experts, and key stakeholders to discuss global maritime supply chains, maritime infrastructure, and seabed data security.
From Strategic Dialogue to Building Partnerships Beyond the Forum
Over three days of focused strategic engagement, the Saudi International Maritime Forum moves the conversation from merely discussing emerging challenges to anticipating future solutions. Each day addresses a pivotal dimension of maritime security, enabling the exchange of expertise, strengthening strategic coordination, and opening avenues for cooperation that extend beyond the Forum itself.
An Integrated Framework Combining Strategic Vision with Scientific and Technological Depth
Day TwoSeabed Infrastructure Security and Its Global Impact
Discussing seabed security, subsea communications infrastructure, and maritime cybersecurity.
Day ThreeThe Role of Artificial Intelligence in Maritime Supply Chain Security
Focusing on the use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to address future threats targeting maritime infrastructure and supply chains.
Forum Agenda
An Integrated Framework Combining Strategic, Scientific, and Technological Dimensions
This integrated approach aims to create a comprehensive experience that brings together strategic dialogue, advanced technology showcases, and successful international partnership-building enhancing cooperation across the key domains of global maritime security.
Keynote Sessions
Strategic perspectives delivered by senior naval leaders, specialized experts, and industry executives on the priorities that ensure the security of energy supply chains, subsea communications infrastructure, and global supply chains.
Scientific Sessions
Comprehensive analyses of operational challenges, emerging technologies, and advanced approaches to protecting maritime and subsea infrastructure, presented by leading experts, scientists, and researchers in maritime security.
Discussions Panel
High-level dialogues bringing together decision-makers and experts to examine the current global landscape, geopolitical shifts, and their implications for the future of maritime security—while proposing realistic, actionable solutions.
Government-to-Business Meetings (B2G)
Pre-arranged meetings connecting sponsoring companies with government decision-makers and senior military leaders to propose innovative solutions, support institutional dialogue, and explore potential cooperation opportunities.
Strategic Outcomes and Recommendations
The final insights and recommendations developed throughout the Forum’s activities to support collaboration and define future maritime security priorities.
Key Topics
Five Strategic Priorities… One Shared Global Maritime Future
The Forum focuses on five interconnected priorities that shape global trade, energy security, digital connectivity, and critical maritime infrastructure.
01
Global Strategic Shifts and Their Impact on Maritime Supply Chain Security
Examining the effects of geopolitical transformations, regional crises, and disruptions affecting strategic maritime corridors on the security and resilience of global maritime supply chains.
02
Security of Maritime Energy Supply Chains
Addressing threats targeting energy supply chains and their impact on the global economy; alongside emerging approaches to protecting strategic energy routes, offshore and coastal infrastructure, subsea energy pipelines, and ensuring the continuity of energy supplies amid evolving risks.
03
Seabed Security and Subsea Communications Infrastructure
Discussing seabed infrastructure and subsea communications systems, focusing on the protection of undersea communication cables and critical seabed assets, with emphasis on surveillance, resilience, and the continuity of global connectivity.
04
Maritime Cybersecurity: Challenges and Solutions
Reviewing cyber risks targeting ports, vessels, navigation systems, and maritime logistics networks, together with measures aimed at strengthening resilience and enhancing incident-response readiness.
05
The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technologies in Seabed and Supply Chain Security
Exploring the role of artificial intelligence, unmanned autonomous systems, advanced sensing technologies, and predictive capabilities in enhancing maritime domain awareness and protecting critical assets.
The Programme Is Taking Shape
Discover how your organization can contribute to the conversations shaping the future of maritime security. The detailed agenda will be announced soon.