Event Agenda

What do cargo owners need from the logistics industry? Gain insights from major shippers on evolving priorities, supply chain risks, and expectations for project cargo services in an increasingly complex global trade environment.

Potential speakers:
Siemens Energy

The move towards renewable energy has created significant demand for specialized transport solutions. Examine how wind, solar and other projects are reshaping the logistics landscape, and discuss how political shifts might impact the global marketplace.

Outdated transport routes and facilities present significant challenges for heavy lift and oversized cargo. This session explores innovative solutions, public-private partnerships, and investment strategies for infrastructure modernization, including ports, roads, and inland transport corridors.

Potential speakers:

ESTA
SC&RA

Digital transformation is accelerating sustainability in breakbulk and project cargo, from AI-driven route optimization to real-time emissions tracking and automation. This session explores how digital tools enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and support greener supply chains. As new technologies reshape logistics, the next generation is leading the charge in adopting and integrating these innovations.

The MPV fleet faces ongoing capacity challenges amid rising cargo demand and economic pressures. This session provides a market update on fleet availability, investment in newbuild programs, and the shifting balance of supply and demand. Our expert speaker will analyze key factors influencing fleet expansion, identify potential bottlenecks, and discuss which vessel types are best positioned for future success.

Potential speaker:

Peter Molloy, Drewry

With the striking of a healthy ‘supply-demand’ balance so prevalent in the MPP sector today – and the types of cargoes and vessels most affected – industry leaders discuss fleet renewal strategies, evolving ship designs, and how future fuels and market stability will impact newbuilding investment.

Electrification is gaining traction in logistics, but can current technology meet the demands of project cargo and heavy-lift transport? While electric trucks and port equipment are emerging, battery limitations, engine power requirements, and infrastructure gaps remain significant challenges. This session explores how manufacturers are developing electric solutions for heavy transport, the role of ports in supporting shore power and charging networks, and what’s needed to scale electrification across the supply chain. Industry leaders will share case studies on the technological advancements, policy incentives, and real-world applications shaping the future of sustainable project logistics.

Potential speakers/case studies:

Port of Rotterdam

Port of NEOM

Discover how shifting global trade patterns are positioning regions like Mumbai, Dubai, and Africa as critical hubs. Explore the long-term potential for growth, infrastructure development and investment in these emerging markets, as well as the global impact.

The logistics landscape is being reshaped by trade wars, tariffs, and escalating tensions in volatile regions, such as the Russia-Ukraine war and security risks in the Red Sea. This session delves into how these geopolitical factors impact project cargo operations, disrupt traditional trade routes, and drive up operational complexities and costs. Gain insights into strategies for navigating these challenges, mitigating risks, and adapting to an increasingly uncertain global environment.

Potential moderator:

Tina Benjamin-Lea, Northvolt

As green hydrogen projects expand worldwide, the breakbulk and project cargo sector faces new logistics challenges. This panel will explore key trends, from transporting electrolyzers and storage tanks to navigating supply chain bottlenecks and emerging trade routes. Experts will discuss how ports, carriers, and logistics providers are adapting to support the hydrogen economy’s rapid growth.

Tracking solutions are evolving beyond traditional RFID and GPS. This session explores the latest methods for monitoring specialized cargo in real-time, the role of AI in predictive logistics, and how geopolitics impact cargo traceability and security in high-risk regions.

Explore strategies to address the widening talent gap in the breakbulk and project cargo industries. This panel will discuss innovative approaches to recruitment, training, and workforce development, including apprenticeships, leadership programs, and diversity initiatives. Learn how modernizing talent acquisition and embracing sustainability can position the industry as a top career choice for the next generation.