The objective of conducting this conference is to discuss the current scenario of logistics (like rail, road, shipping and ports and air cargo) and issues pertaining to its optimization. The conference would also promote discussion on the best practices related to logistics of various industries, technology initiatives like GPS & RFID.
Mr Douglas Baillie, CEO, Hindustan Lever Limited and Group Vice President of Unilever companies, South Asia would be the Chief Guest of the event and Mr V Thulasidas, CMD, Air India would be the Guest of Honour.
Several eminent speakers from different sections of the industry like Mr Arif Siddiqui, Logistics and SCM Advisor, Coign Consulting, Capt Yogesh Kundra, VP (Transport) Reliance Logistics Ltd., Mr K Prasad, MD, Hua Dao Shipping, Dubai, Mr Ashutosh Dixit, Regional Head (Eastern), DHL Danzas Lemuir Ltd., Mr Santosh Kumar, Country Head (Logistics), GATI Ltd will be addressing the current trends in Logistics and the necessary impetus towards innovation through technology.
Some of the salient issues that would be addressed at the conference are:
– Factors driving the Logistics Industry in India.
– Role of Infrastructure in Logistics Effectiveness.
– Emerging trends in Logistics & the key strategies adopted by Logistics players.
– How Logistics is responding to the changing/emerging Business scenarios
– Framework for Asset creation & financing investments in Logistics.
– Factors likely to determine success in Logistics industry.
– Technology & knowledge initiatives in Logistics.
A good turnout of participants, particularly from the Shipping, FMCG, Manufacturing, Transport and the Mining sectors is expected, adding to the entire experience of the conference.