ALMOAYED WILHELMSEN PORT SERVICES (LTD.) W.L.L
ALMOAYED WILHELMSEN PORT SERVICES (LTD.) W.L.L is a Bahrain-based freight forwarding and logistics company with a long-standing presence in the regional shipping industry. Originally established in 1976 as a joint venture between A.K. Almoayed and Wilhelmsen, the company has earned recognition for delivering integrated maritime, logistics, and related services across local and international markets. AWL emphasizes a diversified service portfolio that combines freight forwarding, port agency, and value-added logistics to support customers in complex supply chains.
The company operates a multi-faceted suite of services designed to cover the end-to-end needs of cargo movements. In maritime logistics, AWL engages in containerized ocean freight with both Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) solutions, enabling tailored handling for various shipment profiles. Air freight is provided for import and export activities, offering options suited to time-sensitive cargo and cross-border requirements. The freight forwarder also coordinates land transportation, supporting door-to-door delivery within Bahrain and beyond, as part of an integrated logistics approach.
Customs clearance is a core capability, supported by on-site processes and bonded facilities that help streamline duties, inspections, and compliance. The company operates a customs bonded container freight station/warehouse, enhancing efficiency through on-site customs officers and secure storage options for diverse cargo. AWL further extends its services to airline parts and ship spares logistics, a niche offering that reinforces reliability for maritime and aviation-related spares movements.
A notable feature of AWL’s service mix is its project logistics capability, designed to handle oversized or complex shipments with specialized planning, coordination, and execution. The company also provides ship agency services at all Bahrain ports and terminals on a 24/7/365 basis, ensuring continuous support for vessels, crew changes, and port procedures.
To support quality and safe operations, AWL offers safety and technical services supported by a workshop facility positioned within the ASRY shipyard, underscoring its commitment to technical readiness and maintenance-related activities. In 2011, AWL relocated to a state-of-the-art headquarters facility within Bahrain’s Logistics Zone, reflecting a strategic investment in infrastructure to enhance service delivery and coordination across its network.
With a focus on reliability, transparency, and regional reach, ALMOAYED WILHELMSEN PORT SERVICES (LTD.) W.L.L aims to serve as a comprehensive logistics partner for marine, air, and land-based cargo movements, complemented by bonded warehousing, customs expertise, and vessel-related services that support the Bahrain maritime ecosystem.
