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

Currently CFO at Navig8 recently acquired by ADNOC Logistics and Services in Abu Dhabi where I played the Finance Vice President role in one of the most successful IPOs in the middle east, introducing and leading the innovative hybrid capital instrument that significantly strengthened L&S’s financial capacity and positioned it for the growth and success. Joined ADNOC in 2019 from Citigroup and BNP Paribas holding various front office leadership positions across various locations (New York, London Paris and Bahrain). Core expertise in Oil and Gas, Financing, Corporate Finance and Global Markets solutions across asset classes MSc of Finance from the National School of Statistics (ENSAE) in France, Actuary and member of the French Actuarial Institute (IAF), MSc in Engineering at National Institute of Applied Sciences in France. 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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