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Omar Hariri
President of Saudi Ports Authority
Omar Hariri is a prominent figure in Saudi Arabia's transportation and logistics sector. Here are the key details about him:
Current Position
Omar Hariri currently serves as the President of the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani), a position he has held since July 2021.12 In this role, he oversees the operations and development of Saudi Arabia's ports and maritime sector.
Professional Experience
Leadership in Ports and Maritime Sector: Since taking the helm at Mawani, Hariri has been instrumental in transforming Saudi Arabia's ports and maritime industry. His initiatives have significantly improved the country's logistics capabilities and international trade relations.1
Previous Roles:
- CEO of Saudia Cargo and Saudi Logistics Services (SAL) from 2018 to 20212
- CEO of FedEx Express (August 2016 to January 2018)2
- Vice President of Commercial Sector at DHL Express Saudi Arabia (November 2014 to July 2016)2
- Various positions at DHL Express, including General Manager in Kuwait and Director of National Sales (2004-2014)2
Achievements
At Mawani::
- Launched the 'Smart Ports' initiative in 2022, integrating advanced technologies to enhance productivity and competitiveness1
- Expanded Saudi Arabia's maritime network to 97 routes, connecting with 348 global destinations1
- Increased the Kingdom's transhipment market share from 12% to 32% in just three years1
- Improved Saudi Arabia's ranking in the Lloyd's List annual throughput, jumping eight places to 16th1
Previous Accomplishments::
- Led transformational journeys at Saudia Cargo and SAL, modernizing infrastructure and systems2
- Increased localization rates to 95% in his previous roles2
Board Memberships
Hariri serves on several boards and committees, including:
- IATA Consulting
- SkyTeam Cargo
- Saudi Ground Services Co. (SGS)
- Logistics committee at the Chamber of Commerce in Jeddah2
Omar Hariri's extensive experience and leadership in the transportation and logistics sectors have positioned him as a key figure in Saudi Arabia's efforts to enhance its global trade and logistics capabilities.
