On February 13, the TransportDebate will be on the agenda

On Feb. 13, the Transportation Debate is scheduled. This afternoon is specifically designed to engage shippers and carriers in a conversation about structural challenges that exist for efficient, reliable and affordable transportation.

When: Feb. 13, afternoon - start at 12:50 p.m. with a networking lunch
Where: Salons van Edel, Wilrijk Antwerp
Who: At this seminar, we bring together supply chain, transportation and logistics managers from shippers, retailers, transportation operators and policy officials from various governments.

Program - from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. including 3 networking breaks

Opening interview

After the networking lunch, we will discuss current geopolitical developments with Bart Kerremans, Professor of American Politics KU Leuven

Debate 1: Cost of logistics

• Marc Slegers, Head of Procurement NMBS/SNCB and chairman SupplyChainMasters
• Stijn Laenen, Head of Procurement Nippon Shokubai Europe
• Dirk Lambrechts, CFO Corneel Geerts Transport Group

Debate 2: Rethinking supply chains and the role of logistics

• Kim Allaert, Operations Director Pietercil Group
• Vincent Jolie, Freight Manager Samsonite Europe
• Marc Meuleman, Managing Director Miebach Consulting Benelux

Debate 3: Zero-emission transportation

• Frédéric De Vreese, Senior BD Manager, DFDS Logistics
• Mark van Kerkhof, Managing Director, The New Drive
• Hans Van Sebroeck, Expert Mobility, Fluvius

The debates will be led by: Benny Smets, director Ninatrans and chairman Febetra Alex Van Breedam, professor AMS, KU Leuven and CEO Tri-Vizor. Under their expert guidance, we will discuss the pain points and interactively discuss feasible solutions.

Join us for this afternoon, get informed and inspired, and participate yourself. Our readers can register with 100 euro discount on participation. Make a reservation stating promotional code WEL100.

More information and registration: www.transportdebat.be