GIMA

Al-Gwaiz International Maritime Agency, commonly known as GIMA, has operated within the Saudi Arabian maritime sector since 1979. Headquartered in Dammam, the company provides comprehensive shipping agency and marine services across the Kingdom’s primary commercial and industrial ports. Its core activities center on the management of vessel port calls, where it functions as a primary intermediary between shipowners, operators, and local port authorities. The agency facilitates a wide range of essential maritime operations, ensuring that vessels comply with all local regulations and administrative requirements. This includes the handling of customs and immigration formalities, vessel inward and outward clearances, and the preparation of all necessary documentation for cargo and port entry. Beyond administrative tasks, the company manages the logistical needs of ships while they are in port, providing husbandry services such as crew change coordination, medical assistance for seafarers, and the delivery of ship stores, spare parts, and provisions. GIMA’s operational footprint covers major ports on both the Arabian Gulf and the Red Sea, including Dammam, Jubail, Ras Tanura, Jeddah, Yanbu, and Rabigh. This geographic presence allows the firm to provide consistent support to international shipping lines throughout the region. The agency also coordinates bunkering services and technical support, ensuring that vessels remain operational and maintain their schedules. In addition to its role as a port agent, the company supports broader logistics and freight forwarding activities, managing the movement of goods through various modes of transport. By integrating local maritime knowledge with standard industry protocols, the agency assists in the execution of marine operations for various vessel types, including tankers, bulk carriers, and container ships navigating Saudi Arabian waters.