Inspire Innovation: Share Real-World Challenges with Future Logistics Leaders

FIATA continues to support the Global Sustainability Supply Chain Student Competition, an initiative led by the Global Supply Chain Classroom and endorsed by the United Nations Group of Friends of Sustainability. The competition calls on university students worldwide to propose solutions to sustainability challenges in supply chains.

FIATA Members are invited to submit real-life sustainability cases from their operations by 20 August 2025. These cases will serve as the basis for students to explore issues such as emissions reduction, ethical sourcing, and digital transformation. Case guidelines are available here.

Participation offers Members the opportunity to:

• Gain fresh insights from emerging talent
• Highlight ongoing sustainability efforts
• Contribute to the development of sustainable logistics practices

FIATA Members are also encouraged to promote the competition locally to universities by 28 September 2025 to [email protected], helping to inspire students and foster innovation in the logistics sector.

For more details and submission guidelines, contact [email protected] or visit the competition website.

Click Here to Learn More About the Competition!

Port Data Transparency: Advancing Efficiency and Resilience for Freight Forwarders

From back row to front row, left to right: Paul Walter, Strategy Director Digitisation at Port of Rotterdam; Léarco Kooman, Data in Logistics, Business Consultant; Nico De Cauwer, Secretary General at International Port Community Systems Association (IPCSA); Jaco Voorspuij, Independant Expert, Digital Transport and Logistics Forum; Jasper Thissen, Business Development Manager at Portbase; Leticia Cherini, FIATA International Trade and Law Officer; Chloe Rowland, Senior Manager: Data Collaboration, Risk & Resilience at International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH); Hanane Becha, Independant Consultant - International Data Standards Advisor at Global Shipping Business Network (GSBN); Willemien Akerboom, Product Manager at ECT Rotterdam (Europe Container Terminals); Ingrid Boqué Sastre, Director of Institutional Relations at Port de Barcelona; and Kshitij Parashar, Partnerships Manager - Onboarding at Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA).

On 16 July, representatives from key organisations such as IPCSA, the Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA), Terminal Industry Committee 4.0 (TIC4.0), the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), the United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT) and FIATA gathered in Rotterdam to advance the Supply Chain Resilience in Ports initiative.The meeting focused on improving access to port data and enhancing interoperability across multimodal transport systems.

For freight forwarders and Beneficial Cargo Owners, this initiative promises:

• Greater visibility of cargo movements
• Improved operational efficiency
• Enhanced coordination among supply chain stakeholders

By promoting standardised data and collaborative digital solutions, this work strengthens logistics resilience and supports more predictable and efficient cargo flows. FIATA continues to play an active role in this global dialogue, ensuring the freight forwarding community is well positioned in an evolving data-driven landscape.

2025 FIATA-RAMs Field Meeting: Shaping the Future of Logistics in the Americas

Dates: 19-22 August 2025
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
Host by Associação Comercial de Transporte e Carga (ACTC)

FIATA encourages its Members to attend the 2025 Region Americas (RAMS) Field Meeting in São Paulo. This event offers an opportunity to engage with regional stakeholders and shape the future of logistics in the Americas.

Key topics of discussion include:

• Shaping logistics regulation in the Americas through collaboration among freight forwarders, authorities, and international organisations.
• Enhancing trade flows by advancing smarter, more connected multimodal transport corridors across key regional routes.
• Streamlining cross-border trade by utilising digital tools such as the electronic negotiable FIATA Multimodal Transport Bill of Lading (eFBL) to improve document accuracy and efficiency.
• Promoting sustainability by exploring practical strategies to reduce freight emissions and meet evolving environmental requirements.
• Building resilience by tackling cargo safety, liability, and insurance challenges with expert insights and actionable solutions.
• Modernising customs processes through digital authorisations and Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programmes to foster trust and expedite border crossings.
• Supporting workforce wellbeing by addressing mental health challenges in demanding logistics environments and fostering safer, more supportive workplaces.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Mr Turgut Erkeskin, FIATA PResident
• Dr Stéphane Graber, FIATA Director General
• Mr Julio Cantu, Co-founder & CEO, Aduanapp
• Mr Eduardo Leite, Regional Rapporteur for Latin America and The Caribbean at United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT)

and many more to come!

To access the programme, click here.

Participants will benefit from rich cultural programming and networking opportunities, including a welcome cocktail. This field meeting offers the perfect setting to foster regional cooperation and explore strategic growth prospects in the Americas.

Register now for the 2025 FIATA-RAMs Field Meeting!

2025 FIATA-REU Field Meeting: Advancing European Logistics

Dates: 3-4 September 2025
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Hosted by Association of Forwarding and Logistics of the Czech Republic (SSL)

Set against the historic backdrop of Prague, the 2025 Region Europe (REU) Field Meeting will bring together Members from across the region to address key challenges and priorities in the European logistics sector.

Key topics that will be discussed include:

• Anticipating global economic trends and unlocking growth by leveraging intermodal transport solutions across Europe's logistics landscape.
• Maximising regional transport potential through seamless integration of road, rail, and maritime modes for resilient and cost-efficient supply chains.
• Driving a greener freight future by revitalising inland and maritime waterways like the Danube and Rhine to support sustainable multimodal logistics.
• Navigating complex legal and regulatory challenges impacting logistics globally and within Europe to ensure compliance and competitiveness.
• Boosting regional connectivity and border efficiency by deploying digital cargo systems, interoperable data, and trusted trade frameworks.
• Revolutionising road freight with digital innovations and regulatory reforms, including wider adoption of electronic consignment notes (eCMR).
• Enhancing air connectivity to meet the demands of multimodal logistics, e-commerce growth, and sustainable aviation practices.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Mr Turgut Erkeskin, FIATA President
• Mr Roel Janssens, Secretary to the Working Party on Transport Trends and Economics, United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)
• Mr Mehmet Yavuz Kankavi, Managing Director, Bertan Logistics Industry and Foreign Trade Ltd.
• Mr Vuk Perovic, Director, Port Governance Agency, Serbia
• Mr Andrew Farelly, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, CT Strategies
• Mr Cédric Oelhafen, Associate Director, Information Systems/Information Technology, International Road Transport Union (IRU)
• Mr Mark Bromley, FIATA Multimodal Transport Institute (MTI) Chair
• Ms Andrea Schoen, Programme Director, Smart Freight Centre
• Mr Markus Muecke, FIATA Airfreight Institute (AFI) Delegate, Managing Director, Im3pact AG
• Mr Cédric Virciglio, Strategic Planning and Forecasting Director in charge of International and European Affairs, HAROPA Port

and more to come!

To access the full programme: click here.

With curated networking events, including an welcome reception and gala dinner, attendees can make valuable connections while enjoying the charm of one of Europe's most captivating cities.

Register now for the 2025 FIATA-REU Field Meeting!

2025 FIATA World Congress: Green & Resilient Logistics

Dates: 6-10 October 2025
Location: Hanoi, Vietnam
Hosted by Vietnam Logistics Business Association (VLA)

FIATA looks forward to welcoming the global freight forwarding and logistics community to Hanoi for the 2025 FIATA World Congress. The event will focus on future-ready logistics through innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable development.

Topics of discussion include, but are not limited to:

• Recognising and supporting young professionals driving innovation in logistics, with a focus on leadership, entrepreneurship, and inclusive industry engagement.
• Adapting cross-border e-commerce logistics to global demand shifts by enhancing customs harmonisation, returns management, and real-time data exchange.
• Accelerating green logistics by scaling digital solutions such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and data standardisation for carbon reduction.
• Strengthening resilience in global supply chains by improving agility and investing in sustainable cold chain infrastructure and innovation.
• Navigating realignments in international trade by analysing shifts in production hubs, tariff environments, and country-of-origin regulations.
• Promoting regional integration through the development of next-generation multimodal transport corridors that are digitalised, efficient, and sustainable.
• Reducing freight emissions and congestion by expanding the use of inland waterway and rail transport within balanced multimodal networks.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Mr Turgut Erkeskin, FIATA President
• Dr Yap Kwong Weng, CEO Vietnam SuperPort, YCH Singapore
• Dr Marco Thanh, CEO, SOTRANS Group
• Dr Nick Vyas, Founding Executive Director, USC Kendrick GSC Institute
• Dr Robert Yap, Executive Chairman, YCH

and more to come!

Participants can expect an engaging programme, expert-led sessions, and a dynamic exhibition space. Social highlights include a welcome cocktail, cultural evening, and Gala Dinner.

Fly to Vietnam with Turkish Airlines
FIATA and VLA are also proud to announce that Turkish Airlines has been confirmed as the official airline partner for the event. To access the 15% discount, registered participants can visit turkishairlines.com, and enter the event code '118TKM25' in the Promotion Code field at the payment page when booking online. For more information on applying the discount code, click here.

Register now for the 2025 FIATA World Congress!

Upcoming FIATA Events

• 2025 FIATA-RAMs Field Meeting, São Paulo, Brazil: 19-22 August
• 2025 FIATA-REU Field Meeting, Prague, Czechia: 3-4 September
• 2025 FIATA World Congress, Hanoi, Vietnam: 6-10 October
• 2026 FIATA HQ Meeting, Geneva, Switzerland: 30 March - 2 April