2026 Key themes
The Leaders in Logistics Summit agenda tackles the board-level challenges that senior logistics leaders tell us matter most.
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Future of e-commerce logistics
The e-commerce logistics landscape is shifting – how can you stay ahead? Join executive leaders from Geopost, bpost, Rhenus, GLS and more in unpacking the optimal strategies, transformative technologies and innovative business models key to unlocking growth and ensuring resilience.
Smart Sustainability
How can companies ensure that the sustainable option is also the most efficient one? Routing, packaging, consolidation, green fleet – no stone is left unturned by our experts from GXO, GRUBER, IPC and more in their quest to find the sustainability sweet spot.
Digital transformation
The digital era of e-commerce logistics is here – how can you capitalise on it? Experience cutting-edge AI applications, learn data management best practices and hear digital transformation success stories from Deutsche Post, FIEGE, CTT, bpost and more.
Out-of-home delivery
What are the next steps for the rapidly growing out-of-home delivery sector? Join leading visionaries from PostNL, bpost and others to discuss increasing uptake, navigating urban regulation and broadening locker functionality in forward-thinking OOH discussions.
Reimagining Reverse logistics
How can companies capture the wealth of untapped potential in reverse logistics? From the potential of AI to streamline processes, to getting tough on returns fraud, to embracing repair and re-commerce – Our reverse logistics session, featuring speakers from Royal Mail, DHL eCommerce, Poste Italiane, Arvato and more, is not one to miss.
Retailer-LSP relationships
What does a mutually beneficial logistics partnership look like? Hear from Arvato, B&Q, AG1 and more on reimagining the transactional relationship and working together to drive growth, brand identity and customer experience.
Warehousing and fulfilment
How can warehousing become an active asset in supply chain logistics? Next-gen technologies, locational strategy, additional supply chain services, explore all these and more in our interactive session including speakers from Rhenus, Currys, Zalando and more
Cross border logistics
How can the industry succeed in an increasingly changeable cross-border landscape? From tariffs to supply chain transparency, our expert speakers from Landmark Global, PostNL, La Poste, Allegro and more will be offering crucial insights on how to navigate a new era of cross-border logistics.
Startup show case
Who are the agile newcomers challenging established players and reshaping the future of logistics? Discover the cutting-edge innovations emerging from logistics startups at our startup awards during our pre-event drinks.
agenda at a glance
Take a look at the hot topics that were covered at Leaders in Logistics Summit 2026
17 March | Day 1
GREEN
The future of e-commerce logistics
Decoding the expectations of today’s e-commerce logistics customer | Driving customer loyalty at every touchpoint | Transforming the traditional postal operator | Resilient, reliable, data-driven: the modern logistics company | Minimising supply chain disruption: getting on the front foot | Navigating complexity, volatility and change: the strategic priorities
PINK STAGE
Warehouse optimisation
Warehousing 2.0: the playbook for success | Taking warehouse robotics to the next stage | Mastering growing complexity in warehousing
BLUE STAGE
Smart sustainability
Moving the dial with data analytics | Marrying sustainability with efficiency: maximising the win-win scenarios | Minimising failed delivery rates | How can shared infrastructure drive efficiency
GREEN STAGE
Delivery CX
What customers really want from delivery | Cultivating loyalty through customisable pickup experience | Bridging the gap between customer expectation and operational reality
PINK STAGE
Cross-border logistics
Assessing opportunities in data | Making returns profitable | Adapting to the shifting landscape of e-commerce returns
Including speakers from DSV, eBay, GXO Logistics, DHL Supply Chain and more
BLUE STAGE
Workforce
New skills for a new era: building a digital-ready workforce | From depot to doorbell: assisting workers every step of the way | Working smarter: adapting operations for leaner teams
GREEN STAGE
Out-of-home delivery
Building the OOH ecosystem of the future | Winning the smart locker race | The data-driven OOH network: from reactive to predictive operations | Maintaining momentum: driving the next stage of OOH growth
GREEN
Reverse logistics
Resell, refurbish, recycle: maximising the value of returned goods | Driving efficiency at every touchpoint | Reimagining returns: optimising for competitive advantage | Best practices in e-commerce logistics
THE OFFICIAL AFTER-PARTY
18 March | Day 2
GREEN
Digital transformation
Digital-first e-commerce logistics: what does best practice look like? | Next-generation forecasting: the power of AI | Taking digitalisation to the next stage
PINK STAGE
Retailer-LSP relationships
In-house logistics, outsourced or a blend? Getting the balance right | Shared intelligence, shared success: creating a virtuous circle of data and insight | Defining the ingredients of a successful logistics partnership |Driving seamless customer experience through smarter fulfilment | The future of fulfilment: overcoming operational complexity and demand fluctuations
GREEN STAGE
Overcoming urban delivery challenges
From Flat Packs to an Omni-Ecosystem – Transforming Retail, The IKEA Way | Enabling the locker network of the future | The urban land shortage: rethinking delivery real estate strategy
PINK STAGE
Fulfilment
Driving seamless customer experience through smarter fulfilment | AI-powered fulfilment: the next frontier | The future of fulfilment: overcoming operational complexity and demand fluctuations
GREEN STAGE
Optimising the last mile
The flexibility advantage: building responsive last mile operations | Cutting through delivery complexity: the crucial role of AI in route optimisation | Piecing together the delivery efficiency puzzle | Responding to shifting consumer needs
GREEN
The future of aggregation
From logistics marketplaces to urban microhubs: a revolution in aggregation?
Content highlight
Fulfilment & Warehouse Operations
Leading retailers and 3PLs discuss strategies for optimising warehouse operations and scaling fulfilment.
Fulfilment sessions cover:
Tom Killeen
Chief Operating Officer, THG Brands
Szczepan Gowin
Global Business Development Director - Fashion & Lifestyle, Rhenus
Conor Hickey
Head of Outsourced Operations, Currys
Martin Seidel
Head of Outsourced Operations, Currys
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3PL Strategy & Partnerships
Senior 3PL executives and retail logistics leaders explore the future of outsourced logistics.
Key focus areas:
Isaac Arevalo Perel
Director End to End Supply Chain EU & UK, AG1
Abbas Tolouee
Strategy Director, Arvato
Darren Hall
Logistics Director, B&Q
DHL, GXO, Hermes, DPD, GLS, Maersk - operations teams making the decisions.
Content highlight
Last Mile & Delivery Networks
Carriers, posts and retailers discuss the technologies and strategies transforming final mile delivery.
Sessions include:
Laurens Himpe
Chief Automated Parcel Officer, bpost
Henning Gaudszuhn
Vice President Out-of-Home and Returns Business, DHL eCommerce
Harm Schokker
Deputy Director Retail BeNeLux (Head of Parcel Lockers and Strategy & Development), PostNL
Piotr Jagiello
Head of Groupage & Parcel Sweden, DSV
Content highlight
Cross-Border & International Operations
Strategic discussions on expanding European logistics networks.
Sessions include:
Sid Hart
Chief Executive Officer, Redly Express
Elke Segers
Executive Vice President Transformation, Strategy & Performance Cross Border, Landmark Global
Wim van de Sande
Director, Procurement and Business Development, PostNL
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Content highlight
Leaders in Logistics Startup Award Evening
16 March 2026 – Included with every ticket
Celebrating Europe's most innovative logistics startups:
Bernhard Bukovc
Founder, Postal Innovation Platform
Christian Oestergaard
Lead Visionary - Senior Group Strategist IT-production/IoT/AI, PostNord
Jesper Bang-Olsen
Head of Venture Development, Beam
Jeppe Høier
Co-Host EUCVC, EUVC