More then 150 senior executives gathered in Dubai on November 26-28 to share best practice and innovative thinking alongside world-class speakers from both the local and global 3PL industry.
The delegates of the 2nd Middle East 3pl Summit include executives from APL, Aramex, Borusan, DaimlerChrysler, DHL, Emirates National Oil, EROS, Expeditors, Falcon Freight, GAC, i2, Imperial Logistics, KGL Transportation, K+N, Maersk, Mohebi, National Shipping Co., Petro Rabigh, PICO Logistics, Royal Logistics, Schenker, Swift Group and many more!
Over the full 3 days, the Summit provided all the answers on the key issues for the Middle East 3PL market, such as:
The GLOBAL ECONOMY and the 3PL: Hear how global trade and trade routes impact logistics providers … Where should your expansion or partnership focuses be for the next 5 to 10 years?
ONE-STOP SHOP or NICHE PLAYER? Should local providers offer niche services to create a completive edge over the giant 3PLs or forge partnerships and joint ventures with the global players? … Can the giant 3PLs offer it all? How can an international 3PL tailor global services for a local market? … Should you focus on logistics for hi-tech & electronics, or the luxury goods supply chains, or supplying the energy sector?
VALUE-ADDED SERVICES: Tips on advanced Supply Chain Management capabilities … as well as services such as warehousing, freight bill auditing, cross-docking, order fulfilment, cold storage, refrigerated warehousing/transport, reverse logistics, inventory management and much more.
GEOGRAPHICAL FOCUS: With more than 50% of the ME region's exports destined for Asia , how can you develop your Asian operations? (specific analysis of Indian trade lanes) … With nearly 40% of the regions imports coming from Europe , how can you enhance your operations between European countries and the ME region?
IT CAPABILITIES as your key differentiator: See real ROI by successfully marketing your technology capabilities as part of your complete logistics offering … Can IT increase visibility and security for your logistics operations? … plus an update on web-based transportation tools and the latest in Voice Technology!
SECURING your supply chain: What security initiatives are mandatory for a global service and what other security devices are your customers demanding in the ME region? … How can you implement supply chain risk management tools and prepare for alternative trade routes?
This is not another sales event, but an information sharing opportunity where you can advance your understanding of the marketplace and meet with the real industry heavyweights.