Established in 2010 through a joint venture between Bahri and the Arabian Agricultural Services Company (ARASCO) as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, Bahri Dry Bulk (BDB) is a fully integrated shipowner and operator in the regional and global transportation of dry bulk commodities.

Developments in 2023

As of year-end, BDB had a fleet strength of 11 vessels, 9 Kamsarmax and 2 Ultramax, built in world-class shipyards and bringing the total fleet capacity to 864,500 DWT.

We maintained strength in our cargo transportation operations, with an aggregate carrying capacity of 3.7 million tons during 2023, achieving a growth rate of 24% over last year. We are driven to become a leading dry bulk transporter and logistics provider regionally and globally, through innovation and by maintaining the highest industry standards.

Aggregate carrying capacity of 3.7 million tons during 2023, achieving a growth rate of 24% over last year.

Total fleet capacity of 864,500 DWT

100% BWTS-fitted

Saudi Flagged
100%
Fleet Capacity
864,500 DWT
Improved Saudization Rate
62.5% in 2023 compared to 0% in 2022
Commercial Offices
Riyadh and Dubai
Distance sailed
~800,000 NM
NPS
10/10 on responses received till date
EGCS-fitted
54%
BWTS-fitted
100%
Transported Cargo
3,700,000 MT
Port Calls
200+
Awards and Recognition
Bulk Shipping Company of The Year at the Maritime Standards Awards (TMS)
Trading Days
100% Utilization

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