Shaping the Future of Supply Chains: Resilience and Sustainability

admin November 12, 2024

* Hong Kong time (GMT +8)

18 / 11 / 2024 (Monday)
09:00 – 09:10	Welcome Remarks Ms Margaret Fong Executive Director Hong Kong Trade Development Council
09:10 – 09:35	Keynote Address – Navigating Global Supply Chains for Inclusive Growth [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
	Supply chain resilience is essential and has become a priority for global trade development. Geopolitical risks, extreme weather and increasing emphasis on environmental sustainability have collectively brought it to the forefront of global concerns. The session will explore the collaborative efforts between governments and businesses to mitigate uncertainties on global trade and facilitate economic recovery. Speakers will examine the strategies in fostering economic inclusion to promote equitable growth, stabilising international supply chains to support sustainable development goals, and enhancing collaboration to formulate actionable solutions that enhance efficiency, sustainability and resilience.
09:40 – 11:00	Steering Business Growth: Building an Evolving Supply Chain [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
	In today’s rapidly changing global landscape, the dynamics of supply chains are undergoing a substantial transformation. Served as the engine of business operations, supply chain management plays a pivotal role in combating uncertainty and fostering future-proofing development of an enterprise. Speakers will delve into the challenges and the opportunities of the global supply chains, highlighting how evolution and innovation play a crucial role in driving business growth and promoting sustainable development in economic landscape. They will also share the strategic value of prioritising supply chain investment on the business core agenda to navigate uncertainty and deliver long-term value for businesses.

18 / 11 / 2024 (Monday)
	Moderator Ir Dr Kelvin Leung President The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport in Hong Kong Speakers Mr Kalyan Chakravorty Senior Director, Strategy & Transformation Mondelēz International Mr Arjen van Diepen Head of Global Strategic Planning The HEINEKEN Company Mr Bjoern Neal Kirchner Corporate Vice President Supply Chain Management Henkel Mr Jotaro Tamura Senior Managing Executive Officer Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.
11:00 – 11:10	Coffee Break
11:10 – 12:10	Air Freight Forum I [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
14:15 – 15:15	Air Freight Forum II [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
15:30 – 16:00	Special Remarks [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]

18 / 11 / 2024 (Monday)
16:10 – 17:10	Navigating New Trade Lines for Mitigating Disruptions [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
16:10 – 17:10	Supply chain disruption has exposed the vulnerabilities associated with concentration of supply and distribution hubs. To build more resilient networks, businesses must explore alternative trade routes and collaborations in addition to existing set up. By tapping into emerging trade blocs and identifying new markets and transportation modes, companies can diversify their sourcing and distribution to minimise the impact of disruptions on their operations and customers. This session will examine the new trade routes and emerging opportunities for supply chain diversification and risk mitigation. The potential for supply chain diversification and the emerging markets, including Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Mexico and Africa will be examined. Additionally, speakers will share the complexities of trade and logistics policies, tariffs and regulatory frameworks for providing a comprehensive understanding of these markets and seize the opportunities that lie ahead. Speakers Mr Wilson Kwong Chief Executive Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited Ms Delia Sun Head of Supply Chain Management DKSH Mr Louis Tang Managing Director Ocean Network Express (East Asia) Ltd.
	18 / 11 / 2024 (Monday)
17:15 – 18:15	Logtech Forum: Amplifying Digital Supply Chains through Innovation and Integration [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
17:15 – 18:15	As the global supply chains become increasingly intricate and volatile, innovation and digitalisation play a pivotal role in enhancing visibility, agility and responsiveness. The adoption of transformative technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, robotics and drones offer promising solutions that improve the efficiency of global value chains. This session will explore the strategies for establishing seamless integration of various technologies across the supply chains, enabling real-time visibility, data-driven decisionmaking and streamlining operations to optimise the overall performance of the logistics and supply chain management. Moderator Mr Nelson Chow President Institute for Supply Management – Hong Kong Branch and Partner, Argon & Co Speakers Dr Erez Agmoni Head of Innovation Maersk Mr Nicholas Borsotto Head of Lenovo AI Innovators Lenovo Mr Karsten Ramm Director Digital Products & Innovation Hapag-Lloyd AG Dr Shamika Sirimanne Director, Division on Technology and Logistics United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
	Exhibition and Business Matching

19 / 11 / 2024 (Tuesday)
09:15 – 10:15	Fostering Sustainable Trade: Embracing Futureproofing Supply Chains [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]	10:00 – 12:00 LSCM session
	Sustainability has emerged as a paramount focus for businesses aiming to future-proof their operations. By examining the alignment of supply chain practices with sustainability and ESG targets, supply chain leaders who proactively advocate for sustainable trade and operations will be best positioned to navigate under an increasingly complex global landscape and deliver long-term value. This session will explore the challenges and opportunities associated with carbon emission reduction across the supply chains, promoting a circular economy, and integrating sustainability into corporate core values and business goals. Strategies for measuring and tracking the impact of sustainability initiatives on supply chain management will also be discussed. Speakers Mr Achim Martinka Vice President Global Airfreight – Commercial & Sustainability DSV – Global Transport and Logistics Ms Na Na China Lead, Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain and Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution World Economic Forum

19 / 11 / 2024 (Tuesday)
10:20 – 11:35	Green Energy Forum: Energy Transition towards Net Zero Emissions [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
	With increasing climate change commitment, businesses across industries strive to reduce their carbon footprint and move towards net-zero emissions. This energy transition motivates companies to empower their operations and move towards renewable and low-carbon alternatives. This session aims to explore the strategies and technologies that facilitate the energy transition, covering hydrogen, ammonia, liquefied natural gas (LNG), sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), etc. and advancements in energy storage solutions. Additionally, the pivotal role of policy frameworks, infrastructure development, substantial investments and public-private partnerships in driving innovation and accelerating the adoption of clean energy will be examined. Furthermore, supply chain integration for the development of the green energy ecosystem will also be a key focus of the discussion. Speakers Mr Andreas Bieringer Director, Green Hydrogen Business Development and Commercial Masdar Mr Scott Childress President of Sustainability UPS Ms Marcella Franchi Chief Marketing OfficerHead of SAF Haffner Energy Mr Paolo Gallieri Chief Operating Officer Zhero

19 / 11 / 2024 (Tuesday)
	Mr Neil McDonald Managing Director Gold Hydrogen Mr Benjamin Mee Executive Director HyTerra Mr Vineet Mittal Chairman Avaada Group
11:40 – 13:00	SCM & Logistics Forum I [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
13:30 – 14:30	Lunch	13:30 – 14:30 ESG workshop [The Master Class, Hall 3FG]
		The logistics industry, as one of Hong Kong’s key economic pillars, plays a critical role in driving sustainable development, supporting the national 2030 and 2060 carbon dual goals, and helping Hong Kong to achieve its 2050 carbon neutrality target. Speakers will share the latest regulatory developments, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investment practices, as well as effective measurement and reporting techniques relevant to establishing a circular economy. Speakers Mr Harvey Rouse Head European Union Office to Hong Kong and Macao

19 / 11 / 2024 (Tuesday)
		Ms Melody Wong East Asia ESG strategy, Reporting and Investments Lead, Senior Sustainability Consultant Arup
14:35 – 15:50	SCM & Logistics Forum II [Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]	14:40 – 15:40 E-commerce workshop [The Master Class, Hall 3FG]
		The rise of e-commerce has had a significant impact on supply chain and logistics industries. As businesses transit to “direct-toconsumer” model, the requirement on efficient last-mile delivery and digitalisation have been intensified. Additionally, consumers are now expecting transparency and real-time updates during the logistics journey, and supply chain visibility have become more imperative for companies. During this workshop, speakers will provide invaluable insights into content strategies, marketing tactics, fulfillment, user experience and customer service to help businesses harness the enormous potential generated by the e-commerce boom. Speaker Ms Oxana Sorokina Head of Council Board Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT); CEO and Owner SevenR Logistics LLP

19 / 11 / 2024 (Tuesday)
15:50 – 16:00	Coffee Break		15:50 – 16:50 Workshop: Seamless Integration of Halal Logistics in the Global Halal Supply Chain [The Master Class, Hall 3FG]
16:00 – 17:00	Enhance the Omnichannel Experience through Integrated Supply Chains Leadership Hub, Hall 3FG]
			With over 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide, the global halal logistics market size has reached USD286 billion in 2019, and is expected to expand at an annual growth rate of 8.4% from 2020 to 2027, bringing substantial opportunities for the logistics and supply chain industry. In this session, speakers will share strategic approaches that foster the seamless integration of halal logistics practices across the entire supply chain process, covering areas of storage, transportation and distribution ensuring strict compliance with halal requirements and regulations. Speaker Ms Noordazleena Mohd Daud Group Managing Director Islah Venture Sdn Bhd, ATransglobal Logistics Sdn Bhd and Islah Technology Sdn Bhd Chairman Industrial Halal Development Council, Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia
	According to Statista, the current sales volume of the global e-commerce market is currently reaching over USD5.7 trillion and is projected to exceed USD8.1 trillion by 2026. E-commerce boom has been a gamechanger for businesses by transforming consumers’ behaviour. To meet customers’ expectations, businesses must ensure their e-commerce supply chains are resilient, flexible and agile. The session aims to explore the comprehensive best practices in e-commerce logistics and fulfillment, covering warehouse and inventory management, route optimisation, last-mile delivery, supply chain traceability and visibility, etc. to empower businesses to streamline logistics operations, improve customer satisfaction and stay competitive in the e-commerce landscape. Moderator Mr Nelson Chow President Institute for Supply Management – Hong Kong Branch and Partner, Argon & Co Speakers Mr Jérôme Charlez SVP ECommerce, Digital Operations, Omnichannel Transformation Reckitt Mr Naud Frese Director E-Commerce Logistics Europe Maersk Ms Joanna Zhu Greater China Managing Director CEVA Logistics
19 / 11 / 2024 (Tuesday)
17:00 – 18:00		17:00 – 18:00 Youth Empowerment Workshop [The Master Class, Hall 3FG]
		This session will explore the evolving landscape of careers in logistics and supply chain management, including the indispensable skills necessary for success in this dynamic industry. Expert-led discussion will address on sophisticated strategies for continuous learning and upskilling for the sector. Furthermore, industry leaders will examine strategies to maintain a competitive edge in talent acquisition and management, empowering long-term vitality and energy within the businesses. Moderator Ir Dr Eugene Wong Committee Members, Logistics Policy Committee The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport; Associate Professor Hang Seng University of Hong Kong; Director Policy Research Institute of Global Supply Chain Speakers Mr Wilson Kwong Chief Executive Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited Dr Mark Yong Managing Director of APAC and EMEA SparkCognition
Exhibition and Business Matching