2026 AGENDA

Gain insight and expert analysis from leading market analysts on:

• Regional and global production and sales forecasts
• Powertrain transition and product mix evolution
• Ongoing impacts and repercussions from geopolitical issues such as the war in Iran
• The impact of trade policy, tariffs and macroeconomic conditions

This discussion will unpack how changes in vehicle production, sales and trade will continue to have repercussions across automotive supply chain and logistics flows:

• How North American logistics flows, consolidation and partnerships could evolve
• Potential consolidation across the supply chain
• Impacts and implications of updates to USMCA and other trade changes
• Expectations for costs, rates and pricing across the supply chain

Learn how manufacturers and partners are driving out waste end to end, from product engineering to procurement to logistics, as they aim to achieve total delivered cost targets and improve performance and viability across operations:

• Reducing waste through early-stage planning from engineering and development through procurement, production and logistics delivery
• Implementing tools and technology that reduce cost without compromising quality or performance
• Measuring holistic cost impacts across the supply chain, from cash flow to supplier delivery and logistics speed
• Co-developing solutions with partners that aim for mutual benefit

The US logistics and trucking industry has faced perennial shortages, some of which may exacerbated by regulations and immigration policy, whilst technology may further change the landscape.

This session will explore where automotive manufacturers and logistics providers see potential risks, where the worry may be overblown, what stakeholders should do to retain and gain labour – and where it should remain flexible:

• Hot spots for labour and driver shortages that could be risks for automotive logistics
• How digitalisation and automation are changing logistics worker requirements
• How manufacturers and logistics providers should adapt to changing policy and regulations

Hear how industry leaders are building future-ready teams through:

• Aligning skills and roles with evolving supply chain requirements
• Integrating human expertise with AI and digital tools
• Developing talent pipelines and leadership capabilities
• Fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation

Reflect on the priorities shaping the next phase of supply chain transformation, including:

• Key insights from OEMs, suppliers and logistics leaders
• Aligning strategy with operational execution
• Strengthening resilience through discipline and collaboration
• Defining the path from disruption to sustained performance