
The #1 event for retail logistics leaders
9-10 March 2027 | SugarFactory, Amsterdam
#LILSUMMIT2027
Leaders in Logistics Summit is where Europe’s retail logistics operations get optimised.
This is the logistics summit for operations professionals solving real supply chain problems.

Leaders in Logistics Summit is where Europe’s retail logistics operations get optimised.
1100+ attendees. 200+ retail brands. 100+ speakers.
Retailers, carriers, posts and 3PLs. Incumbents and disruptors. Startups and investors. Operations, strategy and sales. All in one room.

“Inspiring... an incredible conference.”
Amazon
2026 SPEAKERS
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Dr. Karl Pfaff


Chris Peeters


Karsten Schwarz


Simon Lemmen


Meagan Fitzsimmons


Nils Thiesen


Sanae Murschel


Alexander Van Schie

Maarten Ree
Maarten Ree leads the innovation program to enable the transformation at FedEx Express. He defines the strategy for Physical AI, and with that, the new era of robotics, while also exploring technologies like intelligent labels as a step toward more data-driven operations. These serve as examples of the technologies fueling the company’s innovation roadmap, with a focus on ensuring systems perform reliably at scale under real operational pressure.
With decades of experience across engineering, operations, and network optimization at FedEx and TNT, For Maarten, transformation is not about launching pilots, but about changing daily operations. The real measure is whether customers notice the difference—through better reliability, visibility, and service—and whether efficiency actually improves. If it doesn’t land in operations, it doesn’t count.
His perspective focuses on closing the gap between strategy and execution, and on making innovation work in practice—at scale, under pressure, and with measurable impact.


Mike Richmond
Key themes from 2026
This is the Logistics Summit where Europe’s operational teams solve real problems together.
The future of e-commerce logistics
Delivery CX
Smart sustainability
Warehousing & fulfilment
Cross-border logistics
Reverse logistics
Digital transformation
Last mile optimisation
Key themes for 2027
This is the Logistics Summit where Europe’s operational teams solve real problems together.
THE FUTURE OF RETAIL LOGISTICS
The new rules
EU Delivery Act, Chinese platform growth, narrowing margins. How to rebuild when the old playbook stops working.
WAREHOUSING & ROBOTICS
Automate what, and when
Which investments actually pay back, and what should wait?
CONVENIENCE
Chosen before dispatch
The buying decision now happens upstream of the parcel. How do you win it without giving away margin?
RETAIL FLOWS
One view of stock
Online and replenishment, knitted together. How do you keep inventory honest as the network fragments?
MIDDLE MILE
Where cost is won or lost
Own, contract, share? Designing networks that flex, and killing empty miles in the process.
ELECTRIC FLEETS
The power problem
The grid is the bottleneck now. Who gets a connection, who waits, and how the queue actually works.
CROSS-BORDER
The net tighten
s Compliance burden and liability are climbing across the globe. Who absorbs the cost?
ooh DELIVERY
Beyond locker counts
The networks are built. Now, they have to earn. What separates the assets that perform from the ones that sit idle?
Innovation at Leaders in Logistics Summit
Where Europe’s logistics innovation meets customers, capital and partnerships. Discover cutting-edge technology solving real operational challenges. Meet the startups building tomorrow's logistics infrastructure. Evaluate investment opportunities validated by operations professionals.
For operations teams
From warehouse automation to last mile optimisation, solve tomorrow’s logistics challenges today.
For startups
Demonstrate your solution to retail, carrier, and 3PL teams with active projects - plus investors and corporate partners.
For investors & corporates
Source deal flow, evaluate technologies, and connect with founders solving billion-euro problems.
What's trending in logistics?
Get ahead with exclusive insights from the Leaders in Logistics Trends Report, in partnership with Accenture

“Inspiring, insightful and provided the right mix of experts”
Chief Executive Officer
DPD Germany

“The best networking event for all postal & logistics players active in Europe.”
EVP Transformation, Strategy & Performance Cross Border
bnode
A great place to make new connections, to deepen connections we had before, and to tell our story.

Simply put, we get more business here than at any other event.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Everyone who matters in logistics, in one room
Retailers & marketplaces
Robotics & automation
Warehousing & fulfilment
Investors & VCs
Sustainability & fleet
Returns & reverse logistics
Cross-border & freight
Supply chain
STARTUPS & SCALEUPS
Last mile delivery
Digital & IT
Media
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
Join Avery Dennison, Quadiant & kernTerminal in Amsterdam
Introducing our interactive workshops:
- Scaling up AI
- Optimised route planning
- The Marketplace Logistics Forum
- Navigating USO reform
- Responding to the eFTI
Join the workshops to solve operational challenges together
Our attendees
Meet the operations professionals who control Europe’s logistics networks, including:
Senior Vice President, Supply Chain, AUTODOC Digital Operations Manager, Birkenstock Director, Operations & Engineering, Capri Holdings Global Sourcing Manager Logistics, Charlotte Tilbury Director of Operations, FNAC Commercial Director, Gophr Senior Procurement Manager Global Transportation Services, Amazon Senior Director, Global Transport Transformation, DHL Supply Chain
Head of Transportation, JD.com Carriers Lead, John Lewis Partnership Vice President, Supply Chain Management, Miele Director, Customer Care, PostNL Head of Carrier Management and E2E Performance, Pro Carrier Head of Customer Fulfillment, Rituals Cosmetics Senior Manager, Logistics Sourcing and Partners, MediaMarktSaturn International Strategy and Network Evolution Director, Poste Italiane
Connect with Europe's logistics decision-makers
“Inspiring... an incredible conference explore the future of European logistics and supply chain innovation.”

Ayo Adebowale, Senior Procurement Manager, Amazon
“A must-attend event for anyone shaping the future of supply chain and e-commerce. The insights, networking and practical takeaways are truly best-in-class.”

Vladimir Dordevic, Senior Digital Operations Manager, BIRKENSTOCK
“World-class insights from the people shaping our industry.”

Charles Brewer, Group Chief Executive Officer, Pos Malaysia
Why Partner with
LEADERS IN Logistics SumMIT

The complete retail logistics ecosystem
The only event bringing together logistics decision-makers from 150+ retailers, marketplaces and brands with the operations leaders at carriers, posts and 3PLs who fulfil their operations. All the key players in the e-commerce logistics buying chain.

Reach decision-makers across warehouse, fulfilment and delivery
From warehouse automation buyers to last mile technology investors to returns solutions seekers. Decision-makers responsible for every stage of the e-commerce logistics operation.

Senior decision-makers
43% director level+ attendance, ensuring your message reaches executives with actual budget authority and partnership decision-making power.

Transformation means investment
Retail logistics is being reshaped by market pressure. Operations are being upgraded. Technology is being deployed. Your buyers are here, and they're actively looking for solutions.

Get on stage: thought leadership
Demonstrate your expertise and position yourselves as market leaders by delivering a keynote presentation, or participating in a panel discussion or fireside chat alongside industry leaders.

Targeted lead generation
Get creative and personal. Build interactive experiences via workshops, roundtables and parties. Meet target customers through unique and engaging networking.
PAST sponsors
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Engage Europe’s RETAIL logistics professionals
The teams managing peak season surges, optimising last mile routes, and deploying warehouse automation are gathering in Amsterdam this March.
- Retailers controlling logistics spend of €50m+
- Carrier operations directors managing fleets across 15+ countries
- 3PL executives competing for major retail contracts
- Heads of fulfilment deploying robotics and AI
- Last mile leaders solving urban delivery challenges
Connect with them in March.
Bespoke package built to meet your business targets
We tailor every package to your unique business objectives. Here are just a few of the ways you can partner with retail logistics leaders
Panel discussions
Join a C-suite panel of handpicked retail logistics experts. Sit side by side with executives and contribute to market-shaping conversations.
Fireside chats
Engage onstage with an industry leader and demonstrate your expertise on the industry challenges and opportunities for which you provide solutions.
Roundtables
We bring together top execs from your target accounts. In a private and interactive setting to discuss the issues you can help solve.
Exhibition booths
From large-scale booths to plug-and-play exhibition pods, we have an expo solution for you.
Dinners & lunches
Our private hospitality options provide extended networking opportunities to build relationships with decision-makers.
Receptions
Sponsor our official afterparty or a more focused reception, with a wide range of bespoke branding opportunities available.
Own an Expo Zone
From the VIP and speaker zone to coffee and smoothie bars, you can but your brand in the places where our high quality attendees will congregate.
Digital content
Demonstrate thought leadership and drive leads through our highly respected webinars, exec interviews and industry trend reports.
Join Arvato, bnode & Allegro this March
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our 2026 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.
Platinum

Trends Report Sponsor

Gold

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Media Partner


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