2-3 November 2010
The Mercedes-Benz Museum
Stuttgart
Germany
The Mercedes-Benz Museum
Stuttgart
Germany
Taking place on the 2nd and 3rd November the conference will span over two days with inbound logistics & spare parts the emphasis for day one and vehicle transportation the focus for day two. Networking opportunities have been increased and a joint gala event on the evening of the 2nd will allow delegates from both sectors to come together.
2nd November - Day One: Inbound Logistics and Aftermarket Parts
08.30 - 09.30
Registration and Coffee
09.30 - 09.35
Welcome introduction
09.35 - 09.55
Keynote Speaker
09.55 - 10.30
Vehicle Production Forecasts
As European markets emerge from the scrapping incentive distortions of 2009-10, how will demand evolve in 2011 and what are the implications for production? Arthur Maher of J.D. Power & Associates will share and discuss his short-term expectations.
As European markets emerge from the scrapping incentive distortions of 2009-10, how will demand evolve in 2011 and what are the implications for production? Arthur Maher of J.D. Power & Associates will share and discuss his short-term expectations.
10.30 - 11.00
Tier Suppliers - Managing the increase?
As vehicle production increases, how well-placed are tier suppliers to cope with growing volumes?
As vehicle production increases, how well-placed are tier suppliers to cope with growing volumes?
11.00 - 11.45
Networking Break
11.45 - 12.30
Inbound Supply Chain
How are leading-edge 3PLs delivering innovation and best practice to their OEM customers?
How are leading-edge 3PLs delivering innovation and best practice to their OEM customers?
12.30 - 13.00
IT - Supply Chain Optimisation
The companies which will prosper will be those which embrace the new technology opportunities. We look at what is available.
The companies which will prosper will be those which embrace the new technology opportunities. We look at what is available.
13.00 - 14.20
Networking Lunch
14.20 - 14.50
Case Study: Improving Logistics Performance
Jan Bures, VW Group, Russia
Jan Bures, VW Group, Russia
14.50 - 15.30
Packaging Developments
A focus on the need for returnable containers and international pallet standards, with emphasis on pallet and lid tracking.
A focus on the need for returnable containers and international pallet standards, with emphasis on pallet and lid tracking.
15.30 - 16.15
Networking Break
16.15 - 17.00
Aftermarket Parts Distribution - Getting closer to the customer.
How can LSPs help OEMs build relationships with dealers and customers?
How can LSPs help OEMs build relationships with dealers and customers?
17.00 - 18.00
OEM Forum
A move towards greater cooperation will lead to all round efficiency improvements.
A move towards greater cooperation will lead to all round efficiency improvements.
18.00 - 19.00
Networking Drinks Reception and Registration for Day Two
19.00 - 21.00
Gala Dinner
3 November - Day Two: Vehicle Transportation
08.00 - 08.55
Registration and Coffee
08.55 - 09.00
Welcome introduction
09.00 - 09.20
Keynote Speaker
09.20 - 09.50
Vehicle Sales Forecasts
The needs for finished vehicle distribution will be driven by the recovery in markets and the increasingly global manufacturing strategies of the vehicle producers. Eric Wallbank, Automotive Director at Ernst & Young, will share insights into vehicle sales, looking at local manufacturing, imports/exports to and from Europe.
The needs for finished vehicle distribution will be driven by the recovery in markets and the increasingly global manufacturing strategies of the vehicle producers. Eric Wallbank, Automotive Director at Ernst & Young, will share insights into vehicle sales, looking at local manufacturing, imports/exports to and from Europe.
09.50 - 10.05
Quality processes
Reducing the cost of damage
Reducing the cost of damage
10.05 - 10.45
Ocean Carriers
Many vessels have been laid up, cancelled or re-delivered. Will capacity be the biggest challenge when volumes increase? Do we need to consider new routings?
Many vessels have been laid up, cancelled or re-delivered. Will capacity be the biggest challenge when volumes increase? Do we need to consider new routings?
10.45 - 11.25
Networking Break
11.25 - 12.10
Terminals, Vehicle Processing and Damage Control
What needs to be done to drive greater efficiencies, reduce waste and minimise damage in transit?
What needs to be done to drive greater efficiencies, reduce waste and minimise damage in transit?
12.10 - 12.40
Optimising the Outbound Supply Chain
How the increased use of technology can benefit the sector.
How the increased use of technology can benefit the sector.
12.40 - 14.10
Networking Lunch
14.10 - 14.40
Keynote Speaker
14.40 - 15.25
Maximising Road Carrier Utilisation
The reduction of empty running is one of the biggest challenges facing the sector. How must OEMs and carriers work together to ensure optimum use of assets?
The reduction of empty running is one of the biggest challenges facing the sector. How must OEMs and carriers work together to ensure optimum use of assets?
15.25 - 16.00
Networking Break
16.00 - 16.45
European Rail
What has been the pace of harmonisation? Are we any closer to a pan-European solution?
What has been the pace of harmonisation? Are we any closer to a pan-European solution?
16.45 - 17.30
OEM Logistics Directors
As volumes increase, how will the transportation sector fund much-needed reinvestment? Is greater cooperation the key to more efficient operating practices?
As volumes increase, how will the transportation sector fund much-needed reinvestment? Is greater cooperation the key to more efficient operating practices?
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Why you should attend
Less time out of the office
Better value for money
No presentations aka Sales Pitches
Interactive forum discussions
CEO forum
Senior executives attend
Great networking opportunities
Early submission of questions, which can be asked to the panels on your behalf
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