Logistics Industry Event Calendar 2017

To stay relevant in today’s market, it’s vital for haulage companies to keep abreast of the current state of the industry. Sending representatives to industry conferences, shows and expos remains one of the best ways to do so while remaining well-networked. Here is our pick of some of the European trade shows to watch out for in 2017: 

3rd – 5th April 2017 – European Conference on Integrated Optics 2017

The best show in Europe for all things optical, the European Conference on Integrated Optics is essential for haulage companies whose managers like to be aware of all the latest technological developments. All major developments in the industry involving photonics and optical technology will find their way through here at some point.

Eindhoven University of Technology

Blauwe Zaal

Eindhoven

The Netherlands

5th – 6th April 2017 – eDelivery Expo 2017

It’s no secret that online retail is a huge part of the market, and haulage companies play a starring role in both supply chains and fulfilment. The eDelivery Expo focuses on the role that hauliers and supply chain managers play in the world of online retail.

Novotel London West

1 Shortlands

London

England

W6 8DR

3rd – 4th May 2017 – Sixth Supply Chain Finance Summit

Held by the International Chamber of Commerce, this is a summit dedicated to the growing field of supply chain finance. Bringing together industry professionals, finance corporations and bankers, here’s a perfect chance to stay informed about developments in supply chain finance.

Thomson Reuters Auditorium

30 South Colonnade

Canary Wharf

London

England

E14 5EP

18th – 19th May 2017 – Seventh Annual Temperature Controlled Logistics

Focusing on temperature-controlled supply chains, the Seventh Annual Temperature Controlled Logistics is a must-attend for haulage companies specialising in food supply chains, or in any supply chains where temperature control is a key consideration.

Moevenpick Hotel

Zimmersmuehlenweg 35

61440 Oberursel

Frankfurt

Germany

18th – 19th May 2017 – Eleventh Annual Pharmaceutical Logistics Event

This event covers the growing practice of outsourcing pharmaceutical logistics jobs to third party firms. Pharmaceutical logistics is an especially interesting field because of all the regulations that must be observed, as well as the fact that pharamaceuticals often require cold supply chains.

Copthorne Tara Hotel

Scarsdale Place

Kensington

London

England

W8 5SY

7th – 8th June 2017 – The Sixteenth Responsible Business Summit Europe 2017

An important event for haulage companies whose management has an interest in ethical, sustainable operation, the renowned Responsible Business Summit is entering its sixteenth year.

Hilton Tower Bridge

5 More London Place

Tooley Street

London

England

SE1 2BY

13th June 2017 – The Food & Drink Supply Chain Conference – Boosting Efficiency & Collaboration

This conference boasts attendees from some of the UK’s biggest food industry players, all coming together to help establish the most efficient supply chains possible. Attendance here should pay dividends in terms of less wastage and increased profit margins.

The Millennium

44 Grosvenor Square

Mayfair

London

England

W1K 2HP

5th – 6th July 2017 – The Future of Transportation World Conference

With an eye to the future, this conference focuses on the future of large-scale transportation.

Koelnmesse

Messeplatz 1

50679 Koeln

Muelheim

Germany

14th November 2017 – Supply Chain Excellence Awards

To wind down the year on a celebratory note, you’ll want to send a few representatives to the Supply Chain Excellence awards. Acting as both a prime networking event and a place to keep an eye on what’s being recognised most within the industry, these awards are one of the year’s major events.

London Hilton on Park Lane

22 Park Lane

Mayfair

London

England

W1K 1BE