Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE

تحت رعاية صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، رئيس دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة

Supported by

Mohamed Sijilmassi

CFO

Navig8

Mohdsijilmassi
Mohdsijilmassi

Mr. Mohamed Sijilmassi is the Chief Financial Officer at Navig8, an international shipping pool operator and commercial management company which was acquired by ADNOC Logistics and Services (L&S) in January 2025.

Previous to this role, Mr. Sijilmassi was ADNOC L&S’ Vice President of Finance, where he supported one of the most successful IPOs in the Middle East. Additionally, he introduced and led the innovative hybrid capital instrument which significantly strengthened L&S’s financial capacity and the company’s position for growth and success.

He holds an MSc of Finance from the National School of Statistics (ENSAE) in France, Actuary and an MSc in Engineering at National Institute of Applied Sciences in France. Mr. Sijilmassi is also a member of the French Actuarial Institute (IAF), and speaks English, French, Arabic, Spanish, and Russian.

Session Overview
Wednesday, 5 November
13:50
Maritime & Logistics ICC Hall B 13:50 - 14:30
Bridging the finance gap through global partnerships for maritime & logistics infrastructure

Maritime and logistics infrastructure plays a critical role in global energy security and economic prosperity, underpinning the seamless movement of goods, fuels, and resources that drive development worldwide. Yet, despite its critical importance, numerous infrastructure projects including ports, fleets, pipelines, and transport corridors face significant delays or stagnation, hampered by tightening capital availability and shifting investor priorities in an increasingly uncertain economic landscape.

Traditional lenders are cautious, creating a funding gap at a time when demand for efficient supply chains is surging, especially in emerging markets. Innovative financing models, combining sovereign wealth funds, development banks, export credit agencies, and private investors, are stepping in to bridge this gap. These collaborative solutions are already driving real results, from revitalised ports to integrated transport links, proving that critical infrastructure can thrive even in uncertain times. Unlocking these financing models is essential for a connected, resilient future.

Attendee insights:

Gain insights on the opportunities for cross-border cooperation, showing how alignment between policymakers, international financial institutions, and the private sector can lower barriers to investment for maritime & logistics infrastructure. In addition, understand how to tap into new pools of capital and de-risk projects, that can drive forward vital global logistics initiatives. 

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