Powering up the supply chain


Agenda

Tuesday October 8th, 2019
19.00 – 22.00
Automotive Logistics CEE welcome drinks reception at The New York Palace Hotel hosted by HIPA

A great chance to get together with your fellow delegates in a relaxed atmosphere before the summit starts. Our drinks reception provides an excellent forum in which to exchange views and contact details with some of the finest minds in the Central and Eastern Europe automotive logistics sector.
Day One: Wednesday October 9th, 2019
08.00 - 09.00
Registration and welcome coffee:

Join us to collect your badge, enjoy a bite to eat and start the conversation with your fellow delegates.
09.00 – 10.15
SESSION 1: Powering up the Supply Chain: implications of an EV world

Central and Eastern Europe’s automotive logistics sector is evolving at a rapid pace on the strength of growing investment in high-tech manufacturing and R&D from some of the world’s biggest vehicle-makers.

OEMs are investing billions of euros to develop, produce and distribute electric and alternative-powered vehicles, and they need the supply chain to be ready. New energy mobility is set to transform the architecture, geography and requirements of the European and global automotive supply chain, from production through to customer services. As the automotive sector continues to grow in importance both in Hungary and in other parts of Central and Eastern Europe, spurred on by EV growth, it is vital that automotive logistics leaders from vehicle makers, tier suppliers, LSPs and technology are prepared for the challenges ahead.


This session will look at market dynamics, opportunities and challenges for the CEE region’s production and logistics, including:

  • The economic trends driving automotive production and exports in the CEE region
  • What challenges exist to balance production and supply between EV / ICE models
  • What logistics and supply chain networks can do to connect logistics further
  • How the CEE can lead on the “green” supply chain, evolving towards CO2 neutral platforms


    • Come and discover here where Central and Eastern Europe’s automotive industry is really heading and how today’s logistics strategies and business models in the region need to adapt to stay in harmony with it.

  • Iain Lindsay OBE, British Ambassador to Hungary, UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office
  • Dr. László Mosóczi, State Secretary for Transport Policy, Hungarian Ministry for Innovation and Technology

  • Dr. Pál Négyesi, Managing Director, ceauto GmbH
    • MODERATOR: Louis Yiakoumi, Conference Chairman, Automotive Logistics Group
    10.30 – 11.15
    Networking and coffee break hosted by CTP
    An excellent opportunity to enjoy some light refreshments, discuss your thoughts about the opening session with your peers and check out some of the leading suppliers showcasing their solutions in the exhibition area.
    11.15 – 12.30
    SESSION 2: Sustainable Supply Chains: Green processes for the complete supply chain

    Manufacturers are increasingly focused on reducing carbon emissions, pollution and waste from their supply chain, production and transportation processes. The car sector is driven by stricter regulations, customer preferences, the latest powertrain technology and cleaner fuels. How is it meeting and managing its green supply chain objectives? What does a CO2 neutral future mean for the automotive industry? How can transport, logistics, warehousing and packaging be made cleaner and greener?

  • Daniel Harrison, Automotive Analyst, Ultima Media Business Intelligence
  • Christine Mezger-Behan, Vice President Transport Management Worldwide, Robert Bosch GmbH
  • Sanjiv Takyar, Head of Innovation, Solutioning & Strategic Marketing, Europe, CHEP Automotive and Industrial Solutions
  • László Vágó, Construction Director, CTP Invest
  • Marek Safarik, Senior Manager Pre-Series Logistics, ŠKODA Auto A.S
  • Jens Reimann, Director Automotive Global Business Development, DSV Solutions

    • MODERATOR: Louis Yiakoumi, Conference Chairman, Automotive Logistics Group
    12.15 – 14.00
    Networking and lunch

    An extended networking lunch, giving delegates plenty of time and space in which to rub shoulders with our unique gathering of OEMs, tier suppliers, infrastructure operators, logistics service providers and technology companies, as well as the suppliers in our exhibition area.
    14.00 – 15.30
    SESSION 3: Optimising Inbound to achieve Outbound Flow: Working together to maximise efficiency

    Manufacturers are dealing with shorter production cycles, longer supply chains and more pressure on costs. Experts provide their perspective on network optimisation, process improvement and the technology that will keep European inbound supply chains competitive.
    What are the key ingredients across the whole supply chain needed to maximise operational efficiency and how can we learn from each other?

  • How to manage increasing complexity in parts specifications in a “dual-stream” production facility
  • How to optimise facilities for the future
  • Improving real-time visibility – what can technology do to help?
  • What contingencies can be implemented when production shifts?
  • How can OEMs, LSPs and Tier Suppliers better work together in open communication?


  • Anita Pieper, Vice President of Vehicle Distribution and Vehicle Distribution Centres, BMW Group
  • Ulrich Kick, Senior Expert, Vehicle Distribution, BMW Group
  • Marek Safarik, Senior Manager Pre-Series Logistics, ŠKODA Auto A.S
  • Tolga Oran, Central Europe Balkans and Middle East Head of Sales, GEFCO
  • Andreas Di Vece, Vice President Logistics & Head of Sales Division, Yazaki Europe

    • MODERATOR: Louis Yiakoumi, Conference Chairman, Automotive Logistics Group
    15.30 – 16.15
    Networking and coffee break hosted by CTP

    Your opportunity to debate the key issues of the day with fellow delegates and work out what issues you want to put to our panel of experts in the closing session.
    16.15 – 17.15
    SESSION 4: An energised vision for the future – innovative, connected, competitive and sustainable
    Bringing the summit to a close, major decision makers in European and global automotive logistics share their key priorities, challenges and advice for the future of the industry, and the practical steps that their partners should take to prepare.

  • KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Robert Ésik, CEO, HIPA Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency
  • Anita Pieper, Vice President of Vehicle Distribution and Vehicle Distribution Centres, BMW Group
  • Ulrich Kick, Senior Expert, Vehicle Distribution, BMW Group
  • Andreas Di Vece, Vice-President Logistics & Head of Sales Division, Yazaki Europe
  • Paul Bényi, Head of Logistic Process / Structure Planning, AUDI

  • MODERATOR: Louis Yiakoumi, Conference Chairman, Automotive Logistics Group
    18.00 – 21.00
    Automotive Logistics CEE gala dinner at Restaurant Halaszbastya.


    Dine in style at our fabulous gala dinner, as you compare notes on the day’s proceedings with all the top people in the CEE automotive logistics sector.
    22.00
    END OF THE CONFERENCE