Conference - Landmarks in Logistics Conference & Awards 2025

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Mission

The “Landmarks in Logistics Conference & Awards” aims to innovate, indicate, and improve global transport and logistics efficiency and sustainability. The summit will bring together leading experts in transport, logistics, and supply chain to discuss the latest trends, techniques, research, and innovations shaping the industry.

This open forum seeks to unite global pioneers, practitioners, policymakers, government entities, and private organizations under one roof to address key challenges, review available solutions with a regional focus, and engage in meaningful advocacy.

Landmarks in Logistics Conference & Awards - 2025

Transport and logistics management in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the key pillars of Vision 2030, as the nation strives to position itself as the regional hub for both transport and logistics. This contributes significantly to strengthening supply chains within the country and across the globe. A dedicated summit focused on this sector is therefore essential to remain aligned with the advancements being made in transport, logistics, and supply chain management.

The “Landmarks in Logistics Conference & Awards” will address the key challenges impacting steady progress in the region. It will provide a platform to analyze how smart transport and logistics solutions are being applied to optimize supply chain structures, improve traffic flow, and make data-driven decisions. The Summit will also explore how emerging technologies, such as IoT, big data analytics, smart mobility, and other cutting-edge innovations, can play a vital role in shaping future-ready solutions.

In addition, the Summit will highlight the growing importance of digitization, green logistics, and e-procurement, with discussions presented through a variety of formats, including keynote addresses by eminent speakers, interactive panel discussions, and Q&A sessions designed to maximize engagement among global participants.

Landmarks in Logistics Conference & Awards - 2025

Invited Delegates

Business Meetings

Solution Providers

Eminenet Speakers

9.00 AM

Registration | Networking Coffee

10.00 AM

Doors open. Welcome address.

10.15 AM

Panel discussion | Intelligent & Sustainable Urban Mobility

Smart transport and sustainability to reduce congestion, lower emissions, and build Vision 2030-ready cities.

Moderator

Kim Winter
Global MD, Logistics Executive Group

Jamil Siddique
Regional Director MEA, Talke

Umang Khan
Associate Partner – Supply Chain Talks UAE

10.45 AM

Panel Discussion | How Automation, Robotics are transforming Warehousing and Distribution

Modern distribution centers, value-added services, and outbound regulatory challenges.

Moderator

Wilfried Hugebaert
EVP, SISCO Holding

Rami Younes
General Manager, Swisslog Middle East

Mark Lutton
COO, Supply Chain Director, Logistics Executive Group

Noman Ali
Founder & Founder & CEO, SCT | ATC | Inv-X

11.15 AM

Keynote presentation | Hamdi Osman, CEO - SolitAir

11.30 AM

Panel Discussion | The role of AI and data-driven solutions in scaling smart warehousing

Smart Warehousing Operations: AI, IoT & Blockchain in Action

Moderator

Emma Brain
Logistics Gulf News

Rami Younes
General Manager, Swisslog Middle East

12.00 PM

Duhr Prayer Break

12.15 PM

Panel Discussion | Sustainability & ESG

Exploring how the transport and logistics sector is aligning with Vision 2030 goals through ESG frameworks, green practices, and investor-driven sustainability initiatives.

Moderator

Wilfried Hugebaert
EVP, SISCO Holding

Tom Childs
General Manager, A-Safe

12.45 PM

Panel Discussion | Operational Efficiency & Innovation

Exploring how Saudi Arabia’s logistics sector is leveraging technology and process excellence to boost competitiveness and align with Vision 2030 goals.

Moderator

Kim Winter
Global MD, Logistics Executive Group

Mehdi Cherif-Alami
CEO & Co-Founder, Freterium

Hamdi Osman
CEO, SolitAir Holding

Wilfried Hugebaert
EVP, SISCO Holding

Noman Ali
Founder & Founder & CEO, SCT | ATC | Inv-X

1.15 PM

Keynote | Local content by Abdulmajeed Marzouk, Riyadh

1.30 PM

Networking Lunch

2.30 PM

Panel Discussion | National Digital Freight Platform

Building a unified platform for tracking, managing, and optimizing freight across KSA.

Moderator

Emma Brain
Logistics Gulf News

Alberto Bianconi
General Manager, Arabian Transportation Company

3.00 PM

Panel Discussion | Women in Logistics & Transport

Driving inclusion, leadership, and innovation through women professionals in the sector.

Moderator

Emma Brain
Logistics Gulf News

Umang Khan
Associate Partner – Supply Chain Talks UAE

Houyam Haidar
Group CEO – MEA TLS, Djibouti

3.30 PM

Panel disucssion | Logistics Investment Outlook (KSA)

Insights from the Ministry of Investment and industry leaders on capital flows and opportunities.

Moderator

Praveen Khare
General Manager, Globus

4.00 PM

Moderator

Kim Winter
Global MD, Logistics Executive Group

Alexander Borg
MD & Head of Strategic Board, IoSCM MENA

10.45 AM

Panel Discussion | Supply Chain Resilience 2025

Leveraging technology and agile strategies to withstand disruptions and enhance efficiency.

Moderator

Praveen Khare
General Manager, Globus

Alberto Bianconi
Manager, Arabian Transportation Company

Wilfried Hugebaert
EVP, SISCO Holding

Noman Ali
Founder & Founder & CEO, SCT | ATC | Inv-X

Mehdi Cherif-Alami
CEO & Co-Founder, Freterium

11.30 AM

Panel discussion | Logistics Infrastructure & Mega Projects: Aligning Supply Chains with Growth

Supporting logistics needs of projects like NEOM, Red Sea Global, Jeddah Central Project Managing demand, materials, Raising industry Safety standards for mega /giga projects.