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Geopolitical confusion, supply chain snarls, and procurement challenges are complicating decision making and problem solving across the shipping spectrum, not least for project and breakbulk cargo shippers slammed with work and frustrated by seemingly endless turmoil. war risk in the red sea, congestion in the Panama Canal, the unresolved Russian invasion of Ukraine, wobbly geopolitical relationships, fractured supply chains: what should the breakbulk and project cargo logistics community expect in this chaotic environment? Laurence Allan, director of research, country risk analysis, and forecasting at S&P Global, leads the country risk regional team for Europe/cis and directs analysis and forecasting of political and violent risks, including their impacts on the business environment. in this preview of his breakbulk24 keynote, Allan will share his view of top-line risks and what can be expected in the weeks and months to come. this webcast will also introduce an innovative breakbulk academy session that will take place concurrently with the traditional conference program during breakbulk24. this interactive, two-part session, titled “managing a heavy-lift shipment from design to delivery,” is aimed at industry newcomers and early-career logistics managers. it will take audience members through the complexities of designing, planning, and transporting out-of-gauge project cargo – with a few challenges thrown in along the way. the session is being developed by John Hark, Bertling logistics regional director-north America and adjust professor, Texas A&M, and Dennis Mottola, global logistics consultant. they will be joining the webcast to discuss this exciting breakbulk session. the webcast will be led by Janet Nodar, chair of the journal of commerce breakbulk and project cargo conference and senior editor for project and breakbulk cargo with the journal of commerce by S&P Global and by Susan Oatway, dedicated senior analyst for breakbulk and project cargo with the journal of commerce by S&P Global.

The roller coaster ride in freight shows no signs of easing up in 2024, even as demand has rationalized and capacity constraints across modes have nominally eased up. Those conditions would seem perfect for shippers to take a measured approach to technology investment. But this isn’t an ordinary period, coming as it has toward the crescendo of an avalanche of private investment into logistics technology startups the past decade. In 2023, that investment faucet didn’t shut off completely, but it most certainly slowed, as technology providers were asked to show they could be profitable or were at least on a path to profitability. But in the background, the core international freight management processes shippers perform have not changed. A huge influx of money has not changed the basic nature of the job…yet.

This 75-minute webcast will explore how shippers should think about investment into technology across freight modes in 2024, serving as a table setter before broader discussions on tech investment at TPMTech in early March.

Agenda:

2:00-2:05pm Introduction/housekeeping -- Eric

2:05-2:20pm Chain.io CEO Brian Glick - System and Data Integrations for Shippers

2:20-2:30pm KlearNow Co-Founder Rick Tellez - Automation is Changing Customs Processes

2:30-2:40 pm Global Gateway Logistics CEO Caitlin Murphy - What Tools and Data Shippers want from a Forwarder?

2:40-2:50 pm ExFreight CEO Charles Marrale - Automating Freight Quoting for Shippers

2:50-3:00pm Terminal49 CEO Akshay Dodeja - Importance of Container Visibility Data Quality for Shippers

3:00-3:10pm ITS Logistics VP of Drayage/Intermodal Paul Brashier - Why 3PLs are Best Positioned to Provide Logistics Visibility to Shippers

3:10-3:15pm Q&A/wrap-up

Moderator:

Eric Johnson, Senior Editor, Technology, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Speaker(s): 

Paul Brashier, Vice President Drayage and Intermodal, ITS Logistics

Akshay Dodeja, CEO, Terminal49 

Brian Glick, CEO, Chain.io

Charles Marrale, CEO, ExFreight Zeta, Inc.

Caitlin Murphy, Founder and CEO, Global Gateway Logistics

Rick Tellez, Co-Founder, KlearNow

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Resilient supply chains are defined by their ability to endure and recover — they need to be able to reduce most disruptions, limit the brunt of the ones that do occur, and ultimately forecast, foresee and respond quickly to both risks and opportunities. Disruptions can, and have, threatened multiple areas of the supply chain, especially during the pandemic; however, companies with a higher level of resiliency tend to not only defend and maintain their businesses during these times, but also profit from the opportunities that emerge once the crisis has subsided. AD Ports Group believes that companies with resilient supply chains position themselves for greater success based on their risk appetite, risk management culture, technology investments, willingness to use and act on data, and acceptance of views of external experts. AD Ports’ strategic location, infrastructure and multimodal connectivity make it an ideal destination for companies’ nearshoring and multishoring needs.

This hour-long webcast, the second of a two-part series, will explore the recent innovation and developments that have allowed AD Ports Group to extend its global reach and to become one of the premier ports of the Middle East and the world.

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Moderator: Alessandra Barrett, Assoc. Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce, S&P Global

Speakers:  

Edward Albridge – Chief Operating Officer, Noatum Logistics, AD Ports Group

Yousef Al Riyami, Chief Technology Officer, Digital Cluster, AD Ports Group

Siddharth Bafna, Chief Products Officer, KEZAD Group, AD Ports Group

Jakob Larsen – Chief Strategy and Product Officer, Ports Cluster, AD Ports Group

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For those involved in logistics and shipping, tender season is a crucial period that significantly influences market dynamics and pricing strategies. As this pivotal season approaches, we invite you to join our upcoming webinar, where we will explore the complexities of this vital period and offer valuable insights and tips. Learn how to secure the best rates, outperform the competition, and simultaneously enhance capacity while minimizing risk.

During this webinar, we'll explore: 
•    The significance of tender season in shaping market dynamics and pricing strategies
•    How to gain a competitive advantage by leveraging strategic sourcing techniques
•    Your secret weapon for success in tender season — sourcing optimization

Don't miss this opportunity to chart your course for success during the tender season. 

Secure your spot today!  

Moderator:
Ariane Herrera, Senior Associate Editor, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce, S&P Global

Speakers:

Dylan Alperin, VP of Professional Services, Keelvar

Panagiotis Stavrakos, Product Manager, Keelvar

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Ports around the world serve as key connectors that support the economic and social development of countries and continents. In an era of ever-changing international relations, it has become paramount for ports to adapt and emphasize the role of international partnerships. In 2022, AD Ports Group undertook a commitment to yielding remarkable results and extending its international reach — fostering collaboration between global ports, stakeholders and regulators to mitigate the impact of geopolitical shifts on global trade. Consequently, 2022 emerged as a pivotal year in the company’s storied history. Forging new partnerships and shipping routes, AD Ports Group is developing high levels of connectivity between the Gulf, Indian Ocean, Red Sea, East Africa and Central Asia. Through acquisitions, major port projects, infrastructure agreements, and the establishment of new logistics and freight businesses, AD Ports Group has transformed into a bridge linking Abu Dhabi to the world. 

This hourlong webcast, the first of a two-part series, will explore the recent innovation and developments that have facilitated AD Ports Group’s remarkable global expansion, to become one of the premier ports in the Middle East and worldwide.

Moderator:
Alessandra Barrett, Associate Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce, S&P Global

Speakers:
Julian Skyrme, Vice President Commercial Port Cluster, AD Ports Group
Ross Thompson, Group Chief Strategy and Growth Officer, AD Ports Group

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Better data yields quicker answers. To make a significant impact, however, the information must be real time and provide the visibility to accurately connect all links of your supply chain. When the drayage step includes partnership with steamship lines and port authorities, vessel insight brings the picture into sharper focus. Tech platforms take us to a point, but collaboration across modes brings the data to life in an actionable way. When line-down situations and late fulfillment of product can cost companies millions, time does mean money. Tracking from origin through final mile and down to the container return translates to savings at the classic pain points. Informed decision-making results in on-time delivery, faster fulfillment to end users, and reduced downtime for manufacturers.

This webcast will examine the steps that take industry collaboration from a vague idea to a significant savings on your freight bill.

Moderator:
Alessandra Barrett, Associate Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Speaker(s):
Brian Kempisty, Founder, Port X Logistics

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In the fast-paced world of logistics, staying ahead requires more than just moving goods from point A to point B. It demands a deep understanding of your operations, real-time insights, and seamless integration capabilities. Join Lisa Wan Executive VP of Operations with Roadex America and Toni Careccio Chief Customer Officer with PortPro as they discuss these challenges and solutions and take questions from the audience. The conversation will address:

•    Increasing efficiencies with real time tracking of drivers and containers
•    Improving customer relationships with effective customer portals
•    Saving valuable time with increased system integrations

Moderator:
Ariane Pepsin, Senior Associate Editor, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Speakers:
Toni Careccio, Chief Customer Officer, PortPro
Lisa Wan, Executive VP, Operations, RoadEx CY

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Multipurpose and heavy-lift charter rates have drifted lower but stabilized over the summer even as long-term carrier sentiment remains positive, supported by a healthy demand outlook and tightening capacity. While the minor bulk trades are seeing limited activity, cargo related to industrial and infrastructure-related markets has begun to pick up momentum. What can cargo shippers and logistics service providers expect as we move into the second half of 2023?

This midyear breakbulk and project cargo outlook webcast will examine fleet supply, fleet makeup and the demand picture, as breakbulk and project cargo research analyst Susan Oatway presents the findings of the first Journal of Commerce Breakbulk Quarterly Report. Industry executives will join the session for an in-depth discussion of the report’s implications.

Moderator:
Janet Nodar, Senior Editor, Breakbulk, Project, and Heavy-Lift Shipping, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global 
Speakers:

Linda Driscoll, Transportation and Logistics Advisor, NOV Completion and Production Solutions

Susan Oatway, Research Analyst-Project and Breakbulk Cargo, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Felix Schoeller, Commercial Director and a Board Member, AAL Shipping (AAL)

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With efficiency and cost-effectiveness being paramount in today’s logistics landscape, harnessing the power of cutting-edge technology is crucial. Keelvar’s intelligent sourcing optimization solution has revolutionized the way companies approach procurement and sourcing processes and empowered customers spanning the logistics industry worldwide.

During this webinar, our expert panel will delve into the transformative impact sourcing optimization is having on logistics sourcing worldwide.

Whether you’re a logistics professional seeking to optimize your company’s procurement function or a supply chain manager striving for enhanced operational efficiency, this webinar is a must-attend.

Moderator:
Alessandra Barrett, Associate Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Speaker(s):
Dylan Alperin, Vice President, Professional Services, Keelvar

Thomas Storch, Senior Manager, Insight Sourcing Group

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Email and PDF attachments are still fully embedded in the ocean freight booking process. Most origin teams must open, read and interpret thousands of carrier email communications to keep systems updated and freight moving every day. Limited human capacity and data silos have presented significant hurdles until now.

Generative AI-enabled technology is consuming and interpreting information in any format, any system, and any portal. This is a huge opportunity for one of the most important processes in global logistics - ensuring that millions of TEUs of containerized freight move as planned.

Join leaders from Century Supply Chain Solutions and Slync.io as they shed light on ways the ocean booking process is going completely digital and its impact on operational efficiency, agility, and customer value short and long-term.

Moderator:
Alessandra Barrett, Associate Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Speaker(s):
Jim McCullen, Chief Information Officer, Century Supply Chain Solutions
John Urban, Chairman & CEO, Slync.io  

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In today’s volatile market, preparation is key. Now, more than ever before, shippers who take advantage of deep industry insights and analysis can develop more competitive plans for the rest of the year.
Transfix’s Freight Market Intelligence (FMI) group recently published a report on the current state of trucking supply and demand. In this webcast, Transfix’s Paul Poziumschi will cover key findings and predictions that continue to impact the trucking industry, including macroeconomic challenges — tightening financial conditions, persistently high inflation, softening consumer demand, and increasing likelihood of a US recession — and industry-specific factors, from fuel prices to carrier consolidation and rate volatility.
As we’ve seen time and time again, the freight market is cyclical. When the market heats up again, will you be ready? This session will deliver the data and insights you need to stay one step ahead and provide an opportunity for live Q&A with Paul Poziumschi. 
Moderator:
Alessandra Barrett, Associate Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global

Speaker(s):
Paul Poziumschi, Senior Director, Freight Market Intelligence, Transfix

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The past year has been a roller coaster ride for US importers and exporters, regardless of the commodity they move or sector in which they do business. On the import side, the consumer spending dam that had been holding up record-smashing trans-Pacific volumes and rates for more than two years finally gave out, sending pricing plummeting to pre-pandemic levels. On the export side, the operational challenges that resulted from those record import volumes — from capacity and equipment shortages to skipped calls at key export gateways — also have eased, allowing for a more typical outbound flow of goods. But with the US economy expected to rebound, possibly as soon as the second half of 2023, the question now becomes: Have shippers and transportation providers learned from the pandemic-induced spike in freight demand or will they be caught out when the tide turns again?

This webcast, the first in a two-part series, will examine the impact that economic-, geopolitical-, and supply chain-related events have had on importers, and how that has played out in terms of containerized shipping volumes, as reflected by the Journal of Commerce rankings of Top 100 Importers for 2022.

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The surge of Asian imports and the wake of its disruption that tested marine terminals to inland hubs is over. That’s shifting the spotlight to how stakeholders are investing in Canadian infrastructure and improving operations to address pinch points, lest they become bottlenecks when there’s a cargo surge or major weather disruption. Acknowledging the need for government to do more, Ottawa is rethinking the nation’s port structure and how to best support cargo flows inland. If the last seven years have been a guide, however, then Canadian shippers and transportation providers know not to count on federal intervention if port workers and employers don’t have productive contract talks on both coasts. This webcast will give shippers and their transportation partners an update on major port and inland freight infrastructure projects while highlighting innovation and persistent challenges across containerized supply chains. Among the topics for discussion: 

     • Western Winds: The coming year will be critical for key infrastructure projects to boost capacity at the ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert. While the surges caused by Asia import pressures ease and rail performance improves in the spring, port, terminal, and dray speakers will assess cargo flow conditions at the docks and inland hubs, and the lingering kinks and bottlenecks in the system.  

Speaker(s):

Michael Inman, Director, Business Development, Port of Prince Rupert
Girish Nair, Vice President, International Intermodal, CN 
Peter Xotta, Vice President, Operations and Supply Chain, Port of Vancouver

     • Spotlight on Ottawa: Canada is giving its port system the first major rethink in more than two decades after disruption tied to the COVID-19 pandemic exposed its fragility. Ports, railroads, marine terminals, and other stakeholders are weighing in what they want to come out of Ottawa. Through the Ports Modernization Act, launched in 2018, stakeholders are addressing a number of issues, from scarcity of land near some ports to the potential for new technologies to speed cargo flow.  

Speaker (s):

Debbie Murray, Senior Director, Association of Canadian Port Authorities
Julia Kuzeljevich, Director, Policy and Regulatory Affairs, Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA)

      • Eastern Winds: Canadian ports on the East Coast are expanding capacity to handle actual and anticipated volume growth, with Montreal notably pushing for a new container terminal. Halifax, which handled record volume of more than 600,000 TEU last year, will receive new cranes and yard handling equipment, while new investment is helping Saint John attract more cargo. 

Speaker (s):

Paul Bird, Vice-President, Contrecoeur, Montreal Port Authority
Jordan Kajfasz, Assistant Vice President, Sales and Marketing, CPKC
Sam Zhang, Director, Trade, Port of Halifax

Moderator:
Mark Szakonyi, Executive Editor, Journal of Commerce, S&P Global 

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The global shipping industry is grappling with a new set of IMO regulations, the Carbon Intensity Indicator Operations Clause (CII) and the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI), that are intended to reduce shipping's carbon emissions. The CII in particular is expected to have a marked impact on ship operations.

This webcast will analyze what this means, in a practical and concrete sense, for the global multipurpose and heavy-lift fleet and the project and breakbulk cargo shippers that rely on this sector. 
Moderator:
Janet Nodar, Senior Editor, Breakbulk, Project, and Heavy-Lift Shipping, Journal of Commerce by S&P Global
Speaker(s):
Thomas Damsgaard, Head of Americas, BIMCO

Sam Norton, President and CEO, Overseas Shipholding Corp.

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As businesses embraced the digital revolution over the last decade, many elements in the supply chain workflow have been streamlined and new pathways created, connecting a notoriously fractured industry in ways that couldn’t have been imagined before. Whether it is the rise of ecommerce and last-mile delivery, the growing prominence of big data and analytics and a revolution in supply chain visibility, progress is undoubtedly being made rapidly. However, many problems from the past continue to plague the industry. Large areas of the supply chain continue to be inefficient and manual intensive for shippers and logistics service providers. The challenge for our industry is one of streamlining the flow of information, documents, and communication, so that we can deliver on the promise of innovation, in this brave new digital age.

This webinar will examine the current frustrations within the industry and examine how we can advance even faster to a digitally led but human-assisted environment, where data, tech, and AI take center stage to realize even better business outcomes.

The Journal of Commerce is joined by executives from WNS in this webinar to discuss how shipping and logistics companies can rethink, reimagine, and reform the complete ecosystem in this new normal.

Moderator:

Alessandra Barrett, Assoc. Director, Special Projects, Journal of Commerce, S&P Global

Speakers:

Jaison Augustine, EVP & Business Unit Head, Shipping & Logistics, WNS

Mike Santimaw, Chief Digital Officer, MODE Global

Moderator: Greg Knowler, Senior Editor, Europe, JOC, Maritime & Trade, S&P Global