The Belgian Transport and Industrial sectors are rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, and a growing demand for efficient logistics solutions, underscoring the importance of organizing a seminar to explore these transformative trends and their implications for the future.

Hence why the Belgian Business Chamber is happy to invite you to the first edition of the Transport & Industry Seminar on Tuesday, the 12th of November 2024. 

This event promises to be filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and groundbreaking ideas in intermodal transport and production. The seminar will take place in the morning and allow attendees to connect with fellow industry professionals. Immediately following registration, our media partner will deliver an inspiring welcome speech, setting an energizing tone for the day’s dialogue centered on the industry’s future.

Participants will have a chance to hear insights from sectoral experts delivering keynote speeches on sustainability and innovation in Belgian production and intermodal transport. This will be followed by an engaging panel discussion moderated by our event partner, featuring leaders from major Belgian production companies. This segment promises to highlight the dynamics of Belgian manufacturing and its global impact, with an interactive Q&A session enabling attendees to engage directly with the panelists.

A networking coffee break will then give all attendees an opportunity to recharge while connecting with other professionals in the field.

The second panel discussion will focus on the future of transport and intermodality, featuring contributions from Belgian key players. Another engaging Q&A session will allow attendees to delve deeper into the themes discussed.

The final segment will include closing remarks, reflecting on the insights shared throughout the morning. The event will conclude with a networking lunch, offering a relaxed environment for attendees to connect, collaborate, and cultivate relationships while enjoying delicious food.

This event is poised to inform and celebrate innovation and collaboration in the intermodal transport sector, promising a day to remember for all who attend.

The Transport & Industry Seminar will take place in the pleasant premises of the Amethyst Conference room located in Central Point, a project developed by the Belgian company Immobel in the heart of Warsaw. 

AGENDA: 

9:00 - 9:30 - Guests registration

9:30 – 9:35 – Welcome speech by Mariusz Kowolik, Board Member, Belgian Business Chamber

9:35 - 9:45 - Key-note speech by Martin Hubenak, Port Representative Central & Eastern Europe, Port of Antwerp-Bruges

9:45 - 10:30 – “The Sustainable Shift: Energy Efficient Production Practices and Emerging Trends" moderated by Michał Werle, Operational Manager, Cyclops Poland with:

• Maciej Hajduk, Manager of Project Management Department, Smulders Projects Poland
• Ian Perkins, Chief Executive Officer, Phronesyss
• Pierre Detry, Founder, BZEN

10:30 - 10:40 – Q&A Session from the public

10:40 - 10:55 - Coffee break

10:55 - 11:40 – "Belgium in Motion: Driving Sustainable Intermodality through Innovation and Collaboration" moderated by Ewa Kłos, ETA.fm Co-host and Sales Reefer Product Coordinator, COSCO Shipping Lines Poland with:

• Łukasz Kacprzak, Managing Director, Katoen Natie
• Martin Hubenak, Representative, Port of Antwerp-Bruges
• Daniel Rejman, Transport Manager, Smulders Projects Poland
• Jan Dobiński, Managing Director, ICTS

11:40 - 11:50 – Q&A Session from the public

11:50 - 12:10 – Presentation "Investment incentives available in Poland" by Agnieszka Szymczyk, Senior Manager & Łukasz Łyżwa, Senior Consultant, PwC Polska

12:10 - 12:15 – Closing of the panel part and thanking of the guests

12:15 - 13:30 - Networking & Lunch

Regular Price Tickets - Available from 15.10

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This event is made possible by the support of our partners: