COMING UP NEXT : 10TH DECEMBER 2020 : 14.00–15.30
Ports: Enabling the supply chain of the Future
Unlocking value: Improving sustainability: Increasing resilience
Moderator
Frank Robotham, Ports Advisor
Expert Panel
- Stephen Carr, Group Commercial Director, Peel Ports
- Jerry Hopkinson, Chief Operating Officer and Vice Chairman, PD Ports
- Gary Jeffreys, CEO, CMA CGM (UK)
- John Smith, Managing Director, GBRf
- John Williams, Executive Chairman, Maritime Transport
- Shipper (TBA)
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What you will discover:
The function of Ports as drivers of international trade, job creation and adding value to supply chains is all too often missed by the public, yet their value to the Amazon home shopper or the fruit buyer at M&S cannot be over-stated.
In this webinar we will seek to examine and explain how Ports are becoming integral players in building the supply chains of the future – how they can unlock value, improve sustainability and increase resilience. And, therefore, how they can help keep your customers clicking, browsing and buying…
From discussing velocity across the quay, to Portcentric Logistics, to the current evaluation & bidding for Freeport status, the expert panel will help you navigate some of the current thinking about the Port in the 21st century.
Tap into the C-suite speakers knowledge and experience whilst participating in discussion forums, and contribute to enabling the supply chains of the future. Join and network with your community and make new contacts.
In this webinar we will seek to examine and explain how Ports are becoming integral players in building the supply chains of the future – how they can unlock value, improve sustainability and increase resilience. And, therefore, how they can help keep your customers clicking, browsing and buying…
From discussing velocity across the quay, to Portcentric Logistics, to the current evaluation & bidding for Freeport status, the expert panel will help you navigate some of the current thinking about the Port in the 21st century.
Tap into the C-suite speakers knowledge and experience whilst participating in discussion forums, and contribute to enabling the supply chains of the future. Join and network with your community and make new contacts.
Frank has had a career of nearly 40 years in the ports industry holding senior commercial positions with the UK's largest port operating companies - ABP - Associated British Ports and the Mersey Docks...
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Stephen joined Peel Ports in 2009 as Head of Business Development for the Mersey Division before moving to his current group role, Commercial Director in 2017. During his time with Peel Ports, Stephen...
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Jerry Hopkinson is Chief Operating Officer of PD Ports, one of the UK’s leading port operators. For the last 25 years, Jerry has held a board level position at the firm, playing a key role through s...
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Gary Jeffreys is the Chief Executive Officer for CMA CGM UK. CMA CGM brings its clients a seamless shipping experience truly unmatched on the market. Combining efficiency, reliability and a globa...
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John Smith founded GB Railfreight in 1999 and is the company’s Managing Director. He has worked in the rail industry for 43 years. In 1977, John joined British Rail, managin...
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John has established, developed and run numerous successful transport ventures in the UK and Europe and has had an influential role in shaping the landscape of the transport and logistics industry in ...
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COMING UP IN 2021
Container Shipping: Revolution or Evolution?
Round-table webinar on 21st January 2021
Disruption from Covid-19, Brexit, Digitalisation and other market changes are requiring a re-set; a difference approach to managing supply chains. What strategies can shippers expect from their 3PLs & shipping lines?
Moderator
· Adrian Jones, Commercial Director, Problems Solved Ltd & ex General Manager MOL (Europe)
Expert Panel
· Jeremy Haycock, CEO, Maersk UK
· Representative from shipping line
· Representative from 3PL
· Representative from digital 3PL
· Representative from technology provider
Register your interest here and we will be in touch when registration is live. If you have registered for a previous webinar you will be notified automatically.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
In case you missed 5th November Webinar
Brexit: The Tactics - Quick wins, tricks of the trade & mitigation
With the prospect of a last minute Brexit deal still hanging by a thread, importers and exporters are still unsure as to what measures they will need to have in place. Many will be planning for both scenarios – but many still have much work to do.
In this webinar, we examined what options remain for shippers, 3PLs and their service partners. And our panel discussed last minute tactics, mitigation solutions and their “tricks of the trade”.
With the prospect of a last minute Brexit deal still hanging by a thread, importers and exporters are still unsure as to what measures they will need to have in place. Many will be planning for both scenarios – but many still have much work to do.
In this webinar, we examined what options remain for shippers, 3PLs and their service partners. And our panel discussed last minute tactics, mitigation solutions and their “tricks of the trade”.
In case you missed 16th September Webinar
BREXIT: Overcoming the Supply Chain Challenges and Successfully Managing Post Transition Trade
In this session we explored how ready UK businesses are for Brexit, what are the most significant challenges to efficient and cost effective supply chain operations and what steps are being taken by companies to mitigate any risks and manage trade with the EU post the Brexit transition period. Using feedback from UK businesses to gain an insight into:
In this session we explored how ready UK businesses are for Brexit, what are the most significant challenges to efficient and cost effective supply chain operations and what steps are being taken by companies to mitigate any risks and manage trade with the EU post the Brexit transition period. Using feedback from UK businesses to gain an insight into:
- The expectations and concerns around the impact of Brexit.
- The preparedness of UK firms for Brexit.
- The disruption to Brexit planning due to COVID-19.
- The steps being taken to prepare for the impact of Brexit on supply chains
In case you missed 15th July Webinar
Accelerating eCommerce fulfilment: capacity, compliance and profitability
Accelerating eCommerce fulfilment: capacity, compliance and profitability : the current pandemic has accelerated the adoption of eCommerce placing large demands on the fulfilment network. Retailers, 3PLs, warehouse operators, fulfilment houses and delivery networks have had to scale up to peak levels of activity whilst also developing safe ways of working. The industry is to find profitable models and ways of working that can sustain activities in the short near and long term.
Accelerating eCommerce fulfilment: capacity, compliance and profitability : the current pandemic has accelerated the adoption of eCommerce placing large demands on the fulfilment network. Retailers, 3PLs, warehouse operators, fulfilment houses and delivery networks have had to scale up to peak levels of activity whilst also developing safe ways of working. The industry is to find profitable models and ways of working that can sustain activities in the short near and long term.
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