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Automotive Logistics Europe conference programme
18.00 - 21.00
- Drinks reception at Le Montreux Palace
Exquisite cocktail reception with delicious canapés, accompanied by soothing sounds from a pianist
and overlooking Lake Léman. The Automotive Logistics Europe pre-conference drinks reception is
a great opportunity to meet fellow delegates. This is a relaxed start to Europe's leading automotive
logistics business meeting of the year.
09.00
Session 1 - Influences on future automotive logistics
Examining the factors that could change the way we operate in the future, or make us think differently,
including the environment and sustainable development, finance and design.
- Thomas Cullen, Senior Analyst, Transport Intelligence
- Nick Gill, Global Automotive Sector Leader, Capgemini
- Dr.Ing Joan Amoros, Secretary General, FERRMED
11.00
Session 2 - Logistics service providers CEO forum - Léman A
Following the success of the inaugural CEO forum in Detroit,
Automotive Logistics is bringing this to Europe. The presidents and CEOs of top logistics companies
will discuss the latest trends and challenges for the LSPO industry. This will not only focus on the
automotive industry.
- Ray Runza, Director, Honda Logistics Centre (UK)
- Monika Ribar, CEO, Panalpina Welttransport (Holding)
- Dave Kulik, President, CEVA Logistics
- Michael Proffitt, CEO, Dubai Logistics City
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Stream 2 
14.00
Session 3a - Packaging as an integral part of the supply chain
For years, carmakers have been saying that that the logistics companies should integrate packaging in their service offerings. Focusing on the issues involved in combining packaging with transportation.
- Michael Druml, Director Global Supply Chain Management, Magna Steyr Fahrzeugtechnik
- Rodney Salmon, Director, Sales and Marketing,
Linpac Materials Handling
- Bruno Van Damme, Business Development Manager,
Volvo Logistics
Session 3b - The new retail distribution models
From the beginning to the end of life of vehicles: sales methods, compounds,
distribution networks, PDI and transformation, buy-back and refurbishment
- Dr Andrew Tongue, Director, ICDP
- Thomas Spitlbauer, Project Leader: Order-to-Delivery, AUDI
16.00
Session 4a - Operating in leading competitive countries
Everyone has to operate in leading cost-competitive countries, but there are major
logistics challenges. What lessons have been learned about the role that logistics
can play in keeping new sourcing and sales markets competitive?
- Elena Pardo del Pueyo, Manager: Logistics Strategy, Audi Brand, AUDI
- Jim Moore, Vice President, Ryder System
Session 4b - The perfect delivery
Moving towards damage-free transportation: measurement and reporting of damage,
enclosed wagons, innovations in protective coatings
- Egon Christ, Senior Manager Transportation Logistics (Vehicles) DaimlerChrysler
- Matt Holmes, Director, PoundGates
- Dr Carsten Mann, Key Accounts Manager - EMEA, Akzo Nobel Coatings
- Johannes Fritzen, Non-Executive Director, K-Line (Europe) (Moderator)
18.00 Gala dinner (and pre-dinner drinks) hosted by
At the Montreux Casino
This prestigious evening is the ideal networking opportunity.
It is your chance to get further acquainted with fellow delegates
and existing or potential customers in a non-pressured environment.
This is the perfect way to form those all-important long-term business relationships.
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Stream 2
09.00
Session 5a - Managing the supply chain
Tier suppliers have the responsibility for the supply chain. A senior level panel will
discuss the latest strategies and how these are implemented, bearing extreme cost pressures in mind.
- Yves Kerstens, Vice President Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Bridgestone Europe NV/SA
- David Henderson, Director- Purchasing, Body and Chassis Systems, Cooper Standard Automotive
- Thomas Kobe, Director: Supply Chain Management Central Europe, Intier Automotive Interiors
Session 5b - New markets
Great opportunities- major headaches: how will the flows go? Transportation infrastructure
to the East, rail and ocean to and from Asia, transport and port capacities are discussed
- Ray Maden, Manager, Logistics Strategy, Supply Logistics, Honda Motor Europe
- Sergey Diyakonov, Executive Director on New Projects and Long Term Prospects, TransGroup
- Peer Nørgaard, Sales Director, DFDS Tor Line
- Rudolf Luttmann, General Manager, Mitsui OSK Bulk Shipping (Europe) (Moderator)
11.00
Session 6a - The reality of technology in automotive logistics
Addressing the IT/IS issues that really concern the industry. What technology is needed? Who should make the investment?
- Cary VanDenAvond, Vice President, i2 technologies
- Paul Nurse, CEO, ProAct International
- Helmut Nittmann, Director, Parts Supply and Logistics Europe, Ford Motor Company
Session 6b - Crystal balls
You will need a crystal ball to be in this industry in the future: preparing for the changes discussed over the two days; collaboration; sustainable development and the environment; who will remain and what will their strategies be?
- Kay Hanns Ewaldsen, Managing Director, Werner Egerland Automobillogistik/ President, ECG
- Jan Eyvin Wang, Managing Director, UECC
- Bill Kerrigan, Director, KGI, LLC
14.00
14.00 Session 7 - Conference round-up and carmakers' logistics forum
A special panel of logistics executives from leading carmakers will participate in this Q&A session.
This is your opportunity to ask the questions you've always wanted to.
- Elliot Swiss, Director: GME Logistics
- Dr Georg Richartz, Senior Vice President -Global Supply Chain and Logistics, Case New Holland
- David Pansinger, General Manager, Supply Chain Management, Mitsubishi Motors Europe
The 2009 conference promises to be bigger and better, with increased support from car makers, leading suppliers and service providers. If you'd like to get involved, please contact Louis Yiakoumi at louis.yiakoumi@ultimamedia.com
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