The #1 event for retail logistics leaders

9-10 March 2027 | SugarFactory, Amsterdam

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Leaders in Logistics Summit is where Europe’s retail logistics operations get optimised.

Bringing together the whole retail and e-commerce ecosystem. This event connects retailers, e-commerce brands and marketplaces with postal operators, carriers and 3PLs.

“Inspiring... an incredible conference.”

Amazon

Headline speakers

Leaders in Logistics Summit 2027 speakers

Chief executives and commercial leaders from DPD, GLS, JD.com, Omniva and Poczta Polska, speaking in Amsterdam on 9–10 March 2027.

Karsten Schwarz

Chief Executive Officer

DPD Germany

Martijn Kleij

Chief Commercial Officer

DPD Nederland

Julian Madsen

Chief Commercial Officer, Europe

JD.com

Johan Holstein

Managing Director Group Digital, AI and OOH

GLS Group

Luuk Speksnijder

Managing Director, GLS Netherlands

GLS Group

Sven Kukemelk

Chief Commercial Officer

Omniva

Charles Brewer

Group Chief Executive Officer

Pos Malaysia

Radosław Małkiewicz

Managing Director of Logistics Network Architecture

Poczta Polska S.A.

2027

Key themes for 2027

Warehousing and robotics

Holland & Barrett · CEVA Logistics

Advances in robotics and automation are a huge opportunity to transform warehousing. Planning and delivering that change is where it gets difficult.

Cross-border

bnode · DPD NL · Omniva

As cross-border commerce grows, so does the compliance burden on logistics operators. Learn how to balance the risk and opportunity in a volatile world.

Retail supply chain

B&Q · CEVA Logistics

As new channels emerge and existing ones fragment, designing a retail logistics network has never been so complicated. Compare strategies for managing it.

Last mile innovation

CTT · Arvato · Maersk · AUTODOC

Shifting consumer preferences, fluctuating volumes and flattening margins mean last mile delivery is evolving fast. Hear how leaders are adapting.

AI revolution

GLS · GXO · DHL Supply Chain

Every operator is under pressure to do more with AI, but many are still at the pilot stage. Find out where AI is delivering real returns, and how to scale it.

Electric fleets

The deadline to cut fleet emissions is drawing closer, but grid connections and high equipment costs make the EV investment case tricky. Hear how operators are building one that stacks up.

OOH delivery

Royal Mail · MediaMarktSaturn

The infrastructure is built, but the volumes aren’t always there. Map out how to drive more parcels through the network and get more from existing assets.

Middle mile

Poczta Polska

Growing disruption is forcing difficult decisions about middle mile network structure. Discover how to balance flexibility with cost, and what an effective redesign looks like.

Where logistics innovation meets the people who buy it

Startups, investors and Europe’s largest retailers, carriers and 3PLs, together in Amsterdam. See the technology changing logistics operations and meet the founders behind it.

Operations teams

Find proven technology for warehousing, last mile and returns.

Strategists

Understand how new technology is changing the market.

Startups

Get in front of retail, carrier and 3PL teams with live projects.

Investors

Meet founders and see where operators are spending.

“Great to meet all the decision makers and the key startups in the industry.”

General Partner, rethink Ventures

“The content was just what I was looking for for our robotics start-up.”

Osmosis AI

Free report · In partnership with Accenture

Leaders in Logistics Trends Report 2026

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

All those serious about succeeding in retail logistics.

Retailers & marketplaces

Turn delivery and fulfilment into a competitive edge across channels and borders.

Supply chain

Rebuild for volatility and visibility, with sharper demand and inventory planning.

Warehousing & fulfilment

Redesign networks for speed and density, and lift throughput with better data.

Last mile delivery

Meet rising delivery expectations profitably, from drop density to driver economics.

Cross-border & freight

Stay ahead of tariffs and customs changes, and enter new markets profitably.

Returns & reverse logistics

Cut the cost of returns and turn resale and repair into revenue.

Sustainability & fleet

Decarbonise fleets commercially and keep up with emissions and packaging rules.

Robotics & automation

Build the business case for automation and move from pilot to full deployment.

Digital & IT

Modernise legacy systems and put AI and data to work at scale.

Startups & scaleups

Pitch to VCs, meet retailers and find your next customer.

Investors & VCs

Meet founders and operators, and track funding, valuations and exits.

Media

Hear announcements first and meet the people shaping e-commerce logistics.

Sponsorship

Connect with Europe’s logistics decision-makers

OUR ATTENDEES

This is where Europe’s e-commerce logistics operations teams connect.

agenda at a glance

Take a look at the hot topics coming up at Leaders in Logistics Summit 2026

16 March | Startup Award Evening

BLUE STAGE

Leaders in Logistics Startup Award Evening

Judges: Postal Innovation Platform, PostNord, Beam, EUVC, La Poste, Österreichische Post, rethink Ventures

Speakers: LogiBot, k2.mobility, Senvo, Osmosis AI & more

17 March | Day 1

GREEN STAGE

The future of e-commerce logistics

Speakers: Retail Economics, ComCap, GLS Group, FedEx, bnode, DPD Germany, Rhenus, GXO Logistics & more

PINK STAGE

Warehouse optimisation

Speakers: Zalando, UK Warehousing Assoication, FM Logistic, Maersk & more

BLUE STAGE

Smart sustainability

Speakers: GXO Logistics, bpost, International Post Corporation, GRUBER Logistics & more

GREEN STAGE

Delivery CX

Speakers: Royal Mail, Colissimo, Decathlon Czech Republic, JD Sports, PostNL & more

PINK STAGE

Cross-border logistics

Speakers: Landmark Global, La Poste, PostNL, Allegro & more

BLUE STAGE

Workforce

Speakers: Swiss Post, Pos Malaysia, Beam & more

GREEN STAGE

Out-of-home delivery

Speakers: PostNL, DHL eCommerce, bpost, Geopost & more

GREEN STAGE

Reverse logistics

Speakers: DHL Supply Chain, Royal Mail, Arvato & more

THE OFFICIAL AFTER-PARTY

18 March | Day 2

GREEN STAGE

Digital transformation

Speakers: Deutsche Post, FIEGE, Österreichische Post, CTT, XPO Logistics & more

PINK STAGE

Retailer-LSP relationships

Speakers: AG1, Arvato, B&Q & more

GREEN STAGE

Overcoming urban delivery challenges

Speakers: bpost, VUB Mobilise, Innoviris, La Poste, ALICE & more

PINK STAGE

Fulfillment

Speakers: THG Brands, Herbalife, DHL Supply Chain, byrd, Uniserve & more

GREEN STAGE

Optimising the last mile

Speakers: Need It For Tonight, Omniva, Österreichische Post, Kotsovolos, ALICE & more

GREEN STAGE

Resilience

Speakers: Kühne Logistics University, MINES ParisTech, ALICE & more

9–10 March 2027 · SugarFactory, Amsterdam

Join Amazon, Lidl and DHL Supply Chain in Amsterdam

Our attendees

Meet the operations professionals who control Europe’s logistics networks, including:

Amazon

Senior Procurement Manager, Global Transportation Services

DHL Supply Chain

Senior Director, Global Transport Transformation

Lidl

Deputy Chief of Staff

Royal Mail

Head of OOH Growth & Proposition

JD.com

Chief Commercial Officer

John Lewis Partnership

Carriers Lead

Maersk

Head of Product Development

MediaMarktSaturn

Senior Manager, Logistics Sourcing and Partners

PostNL

Director, Customer Care

GXO

Senior Director, Warehouse AI and Data Science

JD Sports

Associate Director of Supply Chain Development, UK & Europe

Poste Italiane

International Strategy and Network Evolution Director

Specsavers

Head of Operations

ID Logistics

VP Global Fashion & Beauty

Miele

Vice President, Supply Chain Management

Wella

Logistics Director

Omniva

Chief Commercial Officer

Capri Holdings

Director, Operations & Engineering

Jersey Post

Director of International Service Delivery and Partnerships

Charlotte Tilbury

Global Sourcing Manager, Logistics

Rituals Cosmetics

Head of Customer Fulfilment

Matkahuolto

Director, Parcel Services

FNAC

Director of Operations

AUTODOC

Senior Vice President, Supply Chain

What attendees say

“Another excellent event – brilliant content and a great opportunity to meet a good mix of operators and suppliers.”

Chief Customer Officer, Royal Mail

“The conversations happening here aren’t happening anywhere else.”

Chief Operating Officer, THG Brands

“World-class insights from the people shaping our industry.”

Group Chief Executive Officer, Pos Malaysia

“If you’re not there, your competitors will be.”

Head of Venture Development, Beam

“The leading event in the logistics industry – it should be a staple of any logistics leader’s diary.”

Global Director Projects, Distribution & Logistics, Herbalife

“An event full of professionals who truly know how to turn logistics operations into real value and a competitive advantage.”

Head of E-Commerce Logistics CZ, Decathlon

“The seniority of the crowd is second to none – it’s rare to find this much decision-making power in one room without a boardroom table.”

Global Marketing Manager, Avery Dennison

“Super interesting event: the best people, content and conversations in the industry.”

Deputy Director Retail BeNeLux, PostNL

Partner with Europe’s retail logistics leaders

The whole buying chain

Retailers, marketplaces and brands alongside the carriers, posts and 3PLs that serve them.

A senior audience

43% are at chief or director level, with budget and partnership decisions to make.

Time on stage

Keynotes, panels and fireside chats put your expertise in front of buyers.

Focused meetings

Workshops, roundtables, dinners and receptions with your target accounts.

Past sponsors

We are proud to partner with leading organisations that are driving change in the logistics sector. Get in touch now to secure your place on our growing list of sponsors.