Ports Definition and Berths Types and Port Management Types and Terms

Marine & Offshore · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900

Overview

The Importance of Ports should be considered as one of the most vital aspects of a national transport infrastructure. For most trading nations they are the main transport link with their trading partners and thus a focal point for motorways and railway systems a major economic multiplier for the nation’s prosperity.

Learning Objectives

• Expose participants to the contemporary issues that drive the development of modern port operations and management
• Enable participants to acquire sufficient knowledge and develop a critical awareness of market dynamics and operational challenges faced by the port industry today

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for professionals working in marine and offshore operations, as well as those whose responsibilities require a stronger practical grasp of the subject and its application within their organisation.

• Professionals in Port & Terminal Operations
• Marine and offshore engineers
• Operations and technical personnel

Course Outline

Day 1 — The Evolution of International Trade and its Impact on the Demand for Maritime Transport

• The recent evolution of trade and international transport
• The rules, procedures, and documents of international trade and transport
• The evolution & development of ship container

Day 2 — Physical Description of a Port

• Definitions and classifications
• Presentation and description of the facilities
• Role, objective, missions of commercial ports
• Generations of ports

Day 3 — The New Competitive Advantages of a Port

• Geographical location
• Internal facilities
• Availability and quality of port services
• Cost of port services

Day 4 — Method: Planning or Strategic Management

• Formulate long-term perspectives
• Assess the external opportunities and threats
• Assess the internal strengths and weaknesses
• Define the medium-term objectives, possible strategies, and precise goals

Day 5 — Computerisation and EDI in Ports

• The contribution of data processing in the ports
• Presentation of development and the Exchange of Computerized Data in ports
• Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in port communities

Accreditation

Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.

Dates & Venues

Dates	Venue	Delivery	Duration	Fee (USD)
27 September – 1 October 2026	Dubai, UAE	Public	5 days	3,900
1–5 November 2026	Al-Khobar, KSA	Public	5 days	4,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do Al-Khobraa marine and offshore courses cover?

The portfolio covers offshore safety and survival, marine and vessel operations, dynamic positioning, port and terminal operations, marine cargo handling, offshore installation and rig operations, and marine inspection and maintenance — aligned with international maritime standards.

Who should attend a marine or offshore course?

These courses suit marine and offshore engineers, vessel and rig crews, port and terminal operations staff, marine superintendents and surveyors, offshore HSE personnel, and logistics or contractor teams supporting offshore installations.

How long are marine and offshore courses, and where are they held?

Most Al-Khobraa marine and offshore courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.

What certificate will I receive?

Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.

Can marine and offshore training be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. Any Al-Khobraa marine and offshore course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.

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