Total Supply Chain Summit October Event Guide

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e’re delighted that you have chosen to join us at the Total Supply Chain Summit – a unique event, tailor-made to meet your individual requirements. We have carefully planned out your itinerary to ensure your time here is worthwhile: Connect with businesses relevant to your current and forthcoming projects in our matchmade one-to-one meetings.

And let’s not forget the networking – we’ve created a relaxed environment for you to form new partnerships, with ample opportunities to mix with peers during the buffet lunch, coffee breaks and networking dinner!

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Itinerary

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‘Labelling & Packaging Month: How RFID, QR and IoT are driving real-time visibility’

Seminars

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‘Cost Reduction: Collaborative Logistics – Pooling resources to reduce costs and emissions’

‘Logistics & Operations Management: Automation, robotics and human-machine collaboration in modern fulfilment’

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Dates for your Diary

Delegates

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LABELLING & PACKAGING MONTH: How RFID, QR and IoT are driving real-time visibility

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or decades, labelling was seen as a compliance exercise: ensuring goods moved through the supply chain with the correct barcodes and basic product information. Today, however, labels and packaging have evolved into intelligent data carriers, enabling real-time visibility, efficiency, and resilience across global supply chains…

For logistics teams, this flexibility supports multi-market compliance, with one code serving different regulatory requirements depending on location. For consumers, it delivers greater transparency on provenance and environmental credentials, aligning with growing demands for accountability.

RFID Resurgence

Perhaps the most transformative trend is the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) sensors into packaging. Smart labels equipped with temperature, humidity, or shock sensors are increasingly used in cold chain logistics for pharmaceuticals, fresh food, and other sensitive goods.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, once seen as costly and niche, is now reaching maturity. Falling tag prices and improved interoperability mean RFID is increasingly used across retail, healthcare, and manufacturing logistics.

Unlike traditional barcodes, RFID tags can be scanned in bulk, without line of sight, enabling faster processing at warehouses, distribution centres, and border points. For high-value or sensitive goods, RFID also provides a digital audit trail, improving both security and compliance reporting.

QR Codes and Dynamic Labelling QR codes have also surged in popularity as low-cost, versatile tools. Beyond logistics, they now serve as a bridge between supply chain operators, regulators, and end consumers. Dynamic QR codes can link to real-time data such as batch origin, sustainability certifications, or product recall alerts.

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IoT-Enabled Packaging

By transmitting live condition data, IoT-enabled packaging reduces spoilage, ensures compliance with stringent quality standards, and allows operators to respond proactively to anomalies in transit.

This predictive capability is reshaping how supply chains manage risk.

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Sustainability goals, by reducing waste and enabling circular packaging systems.

Customer engagement, via transparent information delivered at the point of use.

Best Practice into 2026 To unlock value, organisations are embedding labelling strategies into broader digital transformation initiatives. This means integrating labelling systems with WMS, ERP, and blockchain platforms, standardising data across partners, and training staff to manage the shift from static to dynamic data ecosystems.

Labels and packaging are now intelligent enablers of supply chain resilience and trust. For senior logistics professionals, the question is no longer if to adopt smart labelling, but how quickly they can scale it to gain a competitive edge.

The Strategic Value of Smart Labels For supply chain leaders, smart labelling is a strategic asset. Realtime visibility supports: • •

Inventory optimisation through accurate, live data.

Regulatory compliance with EPR and traceability laws.

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Seminars MONDAY 13TH OCTOBER

08.45 – 09.30

“The challenges and benefits of Transport digitalisation for today’s shipper” The presentation will cover the challenges faced by shippers in their digital journey, the benefits that can be achieved as a result of digitalisation and the pitfalls that companies fall into on their digitalisation journey.

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Tim Fawkes UK Country Manager Solvares Logistics Software

09.40 – 10.25

Market overview Pain points experienced Benefits of digitalisation Pitfalls of the digitalisation journey Conclusion

Tim has over 30 years’ experience with the logistics industry, having worked for various 3PLs during the 90s, where he encountered a number of transport management software solutions. Tim cofounded 3T Logistics in 2000. Formed as a 4PL and technology business, 3T developed software, taking advantage of emerging technologies to automate and optimise the end-to-end transport management process. Tim joined Solvares in 2024 as the UK Country Manager, responsible for promoting Solvares’ state of the art Transport Management solutions in the UK market. Solvares solutions help companies manage transport more efficiently, reduce transport cost and CO2 while improving visibility and control.

“Delivery of Software Projects – Ensure Success not Stress” A Case Study of the Supply Chain Planning Project at Carrington Textiles.

Carrington Textiles are a global workwear textile manufacturer who decided to implement a Supply Chain Planning suite of software with sofco Ltd. This is the story of this project with a focus on balancing success and stress.

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Jonathan Ogg Senior Solutions Architect Sofco Stuart Pritchard Supply Chain Director Carrington Textiles

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Who are Carrington Textiles and sofco Key Carrington Textiles Project Drivers Solution Overview - functionality and processes delivered Project Approach – Methodology and Mindsets Project Results Key Learnings

Jonathan Ogg is a Senior Consultant at sofco who specialises in working with Food and Consumer Packaged Goods, Specialist Retail and General Manufacturing customers. His role is mainly working in the Pre-Sales Environment, but he has also spent a significant amount of time on Project Delivery with customers such as Liz Earle, Signet Jewelers and Carrington Textiles.

Prior to joining sofco in Jonathan worked for over 18 years in a similar roles for Supply Chain Planning and ERP vendors and before that spent 17 years working in industry in different roles in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management.

With nearly 30 years of experience in global manufacturing, Stuart Pritchard has led supply chain operations across sectors including materials handling, specialty chemicals, and textile finishing. Played a key role in implementing S&OP processes that have enhanced production planning, inventory control, and purchasing efficiency.”

Seminars MONDAY 13TH OCTOBER

16.45 - 17.30

“Good Practice Road Risk Management” Jim will look at good practice in the management of work-related road risk along with the latest free resources from the award-winning National Highways Driving for Better Business programme.

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Jim Magner Programme Development Manager Driving for Better Business - Association for Road Risk Management

Driving for work policies Driver communication Driver health and wellbeing Incident investigation

Jim Magner has held a number of senior roles within the Freight Transport Association (now known as Logistics UK) for over 30 years, prior to joining the Driving for Better Business Programme. His roles have included private and public sector, including General Manager of Membership Relations and Sector Head for Retail & Manufacturing at the FTA, being both a member of the Business Board and Senior Commercial teams. Previously he was at Nottinghamshire County Council as a Technical officer in the Highways & Transportation team.

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Seminars TUESDAY 14TH OCTOBER

09.00 – 09.45

“Embedding Sustainability: A Strategic Supply Chain Guide” The presentation will cover why embedding sustainable practices is critical to future success, the business benefits it offers, and practical steps to successfully begin that journey to net zero. Leading to what a credible pathway looks like, with a couple of examples of businesses in the FM sector who are already embracing sustainability and are now seeing the long-term value of positioning themselves as industry leaders.

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Alan Stenson Founder Neutral Carbon Zone

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Why sustainability matters in Supply Chain The business benefits Sustainability in practice Your credible journey to net zero Embedding sustainability – case studies

Alan Stenson has been a sustainability entrepreneur for the past 18 years. Having established a carbon management consultancy in 2006, Alan has been lucky enough to work with many early adopters and industry leaders across a wide range of industries. In 2022 he co-founded Neutral Carbon Zone with an exceptional team of talented colleagues to create a techenabled solution for managing organisational, operational and supply-chain emissions, to take motivated clients on their journey to net zero.

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LOGISTICS & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT: Automation, robotics and human-machine collaboration in modern fulfilment

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arehouses are dynamic, data-driven fulfilment engines that sit at the heart of modern supply chains. As consumer expectations for speed and accuracy rise, and labour markets remain tight, organisations attending the Total Supply Chain Summit are turning to automation and robotics to transform warehouse operations.

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Rather than replacing human workers, modern warehouses are moving toward collaborative environments, where people and machines work side by side. Cobots (collaborative robots) assist with repetitive or heavy-lifting tasks, reducing strain and injury while freeing staff to focus on valueadded roles.

From the private sector’s retail giants to public sector healthcare logistics, the goal is the same: improve throughput, reduce errors, and maximise space and labour efficiency.

In the public sector, especially NHS supply chains and government-run distribution centres, automation is helping reduce bottlenecks and improve service levels amid growing demand for just-in-time delivery and critical stock visibility.

One of the biggest shifts is the adoption of goods-to-person (G2P) robotics systems, which bring items directly to pickers, minimising travel time and boosting productivity.

Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are also growing in popularity for tasks like shelf replenishment, internal transport, and inventory tracking.

Despite the benefits, many organisations face barriers to adoption, such as upfront investment, integration challenges, and change management. However, the ROI can be compelling.

Automation reduces picking errors, speeds up fulfilment, lowers labour costs, and enables greater flexibility in volatile demand cycles.

Automation isn’t just about robots, though. Conveyor systems with real-time scanning and sorting, smart picking technologies, and AIpowered warehouse management systems (WMS) are dramatically improving accuracy and speed.

Predictive analytics is also being used to anticipate demand surges and optimise inventory placement.

Sustainability is also a driver.

Automated systems often consume less energy and support more efficient space utilisation, reducing the environmental footprint of warehousing operations.

Ultimately, the warehouse of the future is not a fully robotised facility, but a highly optimised, tech-enabled

environment that blends human insight with machine precision. For supply chain leaders, investing in automation today means staying ahead of tomorrow’s fulfilment demands, while improving safety, performance, and resilience across the board.

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Delegates

AB World Foods Ltd

Globally Planning & Logistics Director

Anglia Crown Limitied

Head of Supply Chain

Antylia Scientific

Head of Distribution EMEA

Appello

Supply Chain Director

BATA Ltd

Head of Logistics and Warehouseing

Brioche Pasquier UK

Logistics Manager Supply Chain Assistant

Castore Sportswear

Chief Supply Chain Officer

Centrica

Procurement Specialist

Chokdee

Supply Chain Director

Cubitts KX Limited

Senior Supply Chain & Wholesale Manager

Cummins Inc.

Supply Chain Director

Destiny Foods

UK Logistics Manager

Drakes

Finance & Operations Director Warehouse Operation Manager

Electric Systems Limited (ESL)

Head of Supply Chain

Fanatics

VP Supply Chain & Operations

Flint Group UK Ltd

Head of Operations & Supply Chain

GBC Cocoa

Supply Chain Manager

Gericke

Supply Chain & Procurement

H Huntsman & Sons

Head of Operations

Hey Girls CIC

Logistics & Warehouse Manager Warehouse Manager Assistant

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Hip Pop

Operations Lead

Holland & Barratt

Group Supply Chain Director

IBC Simply

Supply Chain Manager

J Parkers

Supply Chain Manager

Kingfisher plc

Head of Supply Chain

Marcos Clowes Limited

Managing Director

Delegates

Mars UK

Strategic Operations Buyer Strategic Sourcing Manager Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager - Logistics

Merlin Entertainments

Merchandising & Supply Chain Director Supply Chain Manager

Metsa Tissue

Vice President Supply Chain UK & Ireland

My Cookie Dough

Supply Chain Manager

Nolte Kitchens UK

Head of Operations

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UK Logistics Leader

ODEON

Group Procurement Manager

OPSES Limited

Supply Chain & Operations Manager

Primark

Supply Chain Director

Pura. Eco-Friendly Baby Care

Head Of Supply Chain

Reds10

Construction Director Supply Chain Manager

Rem3dy Health Ltd

Head of Supply Chain

Ross Pneumatrol

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

Sigma - Independent Together

Head of Operations

Smylies

Head of Supply Chain

SquareTrade Europe

Senior Logistics Manager

Stussy UK Ltd

Assistant Manager

Syngenta

Global Business Process Consultant

The Restaurant Group

Head of Supply Chain

Travis Perkins

Programme Lead

Truefield Foods Limited

Supply Chain Manager

Vodafone Business

Head of Verticals (IoT) - Buildings, Transport & Logistics

Wetsuit Outlet & The Drillshed

Operations Director

Wild Nutrition

Head of Operations Supply Chain Manager

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COST REDUCTION: Collaborative Logistics – Pooling resources to reduce costs and emissions

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ollaborative logistics is emerging as a powerful strategy for supply chain leaders looking to navigate economic volatility, rising transportation costs, and growing pressure to meet ESG targets. By pooling infrastructure, assets, and operations with industry peers, even competitors, organisations attending the Total Supply Chain Summit are unlocking new efficiencies while cutting carbon emissions. Shared warehousing, freight consolidation, and collaborative distribution networks are no longer fringe concepts.

Instead, they are rapidly becoming essential tools in the modern logistics toolkit…

Shared Warehousing and Asset Utilisation The traditional approach of operating proprietary distribution centres is being challenged by the emergence of shared, multitenant warehousing. In this model, businesses co-locate inventory in strategically placed facilities, often run by 3PLs, to reduce fixed costs, increase throughput flexibility, and ensure faster regional deliveries.

This approach is particularly beneficial for seasonal or fluctuating demand, enabling businesses to scale space up or down without long-term leases. It also improves asset utilisation with fewer empty shelves, fewer underused delivery vehicles, and less energy wasted on maintaining sparsely filled buildings.

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Freight Consolidation and Backhaul Optimisation

and transparency in cost allocation, emissions tracking, and compliance.

One of the most impactful collaborative strategies is freight consolidation. By combining shipments headed to the same regions, businesses can significantly reduce the number of vehicles on the road. This not only cuts fuel costs and driver hours but also reduces congestion and carbon emissions.

Supporting ESG and Net Zero Targets

Collaborative backhaul planning, i.e. filling vehicles on return trips with goods from another business, further maximises vehicle utilisation.

Logistics tech platforms now enable real-time matching of available capacity with potential loads, allowing dynamic consolidation opportunities that weren’t possible a few years ago.

Technology as the Enabler Key to the rise of collaborative logistics is the advancement of digital platforms that allow secure, real-time data sharing between stakeholders. Cloud-based transport management systems (TMS) and warehouse management systems (WMS) now support multi-party access, API integration, and AIpowered route optimisation. This facilitates coordination between shippers, carriers, and warehouse operators to find synergies across networks.

Blockchain and smart contracts are also being explored to ensure trust

As more organisations work towards net zero, collaborative logistics offers a rare win-win: cost savings and demonstrable emissions reductions. Fewer vehicles, fuller loads, and shared infrastructure mean lower Scope 1 and 3 emissions, improved fuel efficiency, and less waste.

Government-backed initiatives, like the UK Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme, are beginning to recognise and incentivise collaborative efforts, further aligning commercial outcomes with sustainability goals.

Collaboration is the new competitive advantage. By embracing shared logistics models, supply chain leaders can reduce costs, strengthen resilience, and meet the demands of a low-carbon future, all while delivering better outcomes for customers and the planet.

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Supplier Directory Absolute Warehouse Services 07944 124 200 / Beng@absolute.co.com / absolute.co.com Since our inception, Absolute Warehouse Services has risen to become a premier provider in the warehousing, storage, and ancillary services sector. At the heart of our operation is a steadfast commitment to absolute confidence and peace of mind for our diverse clientele, which spans local, national, and international businesses. Our comprehensive suite of services is designed to be fully reliable, meticulously tailored to individual needs and budgets, ensuring nothing falls short of absolute perfection. Operating from strategic locations across West Yorkshire, at the crossroads of the UK’s major motorway network, our facilities and skilled team are positioned to deliver exceptional warehousing and logistical solutions. Our services cater to an extensive spectrum of storage demands, from long-term, seasonal handling peaks to addressing weekly capacity shortfalls, all with 24/7 operational capability, 365 days a year.

Alinea Customs 07546 414 308 / holly@alineacustoms.com / alineacustoms.com Alinea Customs provides professional customs clearance across UK ports, supported by in-house legal expertise and tailored trade advisory services. Our clients benefit from: • Dedicated account managers for seamless support • Direct communication lines for efficient cross-border trade • Expert guidance on post-Brexit customs and indirect taxation Discover strategies to reduce tariffs and navigate key trade agreements, including: • UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement • The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) • The potential implications of UK membership in the Pan-European Mediterranean (PEM) Convention

ALS Customs Services 07707 269 895 / chenderson@als-cs.com / als-cs.com ALS Customs Services is a global leader in customs solutions, offering comprehensive, compliant, and innovative services to businesses worldwide. With over 700 professionals across more than 60 locations in 17+ countries, ALS brings unmatched expertise and personalised support to optimise international trade operations. As a full-service customs broker, we go beyond standard clearance by providing tailored consultancy services that enhance supply chain efficiency, financial performance, and regulatory compliance. Our catchy new offerings include financial optimization, duty reclaims, and solutions for inward processing and customs warehousing. Our advanced in-house system, Mota, transforms customs management through automation, real-time insights, and seamless integration with global customs systems, empowering companies to trade with confidence.

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Castle Industrial Supplies Ltd 07848 453 678 / grahampillar@castleindustrial.com / castleindustrial.com Castle is passionate about giving our customers the confidence to achieve their goals by fully optimising their packaging process. Our advice and recommendations are always made to measure and offered without reservation, because we pride ourselves on having an unparalleled knowledge of the industry. We won’t unnecessarily try to shoehorn products into your operations - we genuinely see our mission as finding the right solutions, first time. Load stability refers to the security of palletised goods in transit. Achieving stable loads is crucial, not only for minimising damages, but guaranteeing the safety and smooth running of the supply chain. Our recommendations are based on a four-step process, which includes an Initial Meeting, On-Site Consultation, Report of Findings, and Ongoing Management. This is backed by data, together with our unique Load Testing Centre.

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Digihaul 07834 903 416 / tristan.blackie@digihaul.com / digihaul.com DigiHaul is a digital freight ecosystem designed for both growing and established companies. We digitalise freight operations end-to-end with tailor tech, equipping teams with the tools they need to work smarter and faster. Our core service, Managed Transport, is a one-stop solution for transport administration, capacity, and coverage. With access to 270+ vetted UK hauliers, we provide a tailored service that removes the complexities of sourcing and managing transport. Insights, live ETAs, and advanced reporting come as standard to improve efficiency. For businesses that want to retain control of their logistics operations while embracing digital transformation, the Digital Control Tower offers the ideal balance. It streamlines back-office processes, reduces administrative burdens, and frees up valuable time and resources. Beyond automation, the Digital Control Tower delivers actionable insights across your network, enabling smarter, data-driven decisions that optimise performance and deliver accelerated growth.

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Elisa Industriq UK 07983 929 981 / sean.hopkins@elisaindustriq.co.uk / elisaindustriq.co.uk Elisa Industriq UK is a leader in industrial digitalization, delivering intelligent solutions for manufacturing and supply chains. As part of the Elisa Industriq Group and building on the legacy of sedApta, the company empowers manufacturers with Industry 4.0 technologies—integrating AI, IoT, and real-time analytics to optimize production and enhance supply chain resilience. With over 500 specialists across Europe and Brazil, Elisa Industriq UK bridges Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) to enable seamless connectivity, predictive maintenance, and agile production orchestration. Their vision of Demand-Driven Manufacturing+ focuses on aligning planning and execution, driven by real customer demand, to ensure flexibility, efficiency, and innovation across global supply networks. Elisa Industriq UK: Where Smart Industry Becomes Reality.

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EORI UK 03330 124 819 / Stewart.Gardner@eori.uk / eori.uk EORI (UK) brings extensive experience in providing specialist services to clients across the food manufacturing, retail, and logistics sectors, including partnerships with leading brands throughout these industries. Through our extensive expertise and cutting-edge, in-house developed technology, we are equipped to handle the complexities of all aspects of customs clearance. We successfully deliver best-in-class services 24/7, every day of the year, to a diverse customer base. The EORI (UK) team brings together decades of collective customs expertise, including certified process advisors to HMRC, alongside experience serving Members of Parliament, InterTradeIreland, and Enterprise Ireland clients. EORI (UK) operates through a comprehensive ‘wraparound’ organisational structure, designed to provide robust support mechanisms across all operational teams. This interconnected approach ensures seamless functionality and collaborative expertise throughout the organisation, enabling us to deliver integrated solutions that address the full spectrum of our clients’ customs and trade requirements.

Futurmaster 07990 076 253 / helen.richardson@futurmaster.com / futurmaster.com FuturMaster is a leading software vendor specializing in end-to-end Supply Chain Planning solutions. Our Bloom platform is designed to help our customers achieve success and gain a competitive edge in their respective industries.

From Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and S&OP to detailed Scheduling, the Bloom platform connects longterm strategy with daily execution. With over 650 clients, FuturMaster turns complexity into an advantage through innovative technologies such as Forecast at Scale, Digital Twin, Global Optimization, Scenario Management, Network Insight Graph, and its new Scheduling module. Our mission is to empower our clients with the tools and expertise they need to leverage complexity and volatility and transform them into a competitive advantage. We believe that this can be achieved by combining our technological expertise, data analytics, and deep business knowledge.

Great Bear Distribution Ltd 07739 610 484 / richard.teece@greatbear.co.uk / greatbear.co.uk Great Bear: Your Trusted Partner for FMCG Contract Logistics As part of the Culina Group, Great Bear is the UK’s leading provider of end-to-end logistics solutions for the FMCG sector. We offer a seamless “one-stop-shop” service, tailored to your business needs: - Flexible Warehousing & Transport: Dedicated and multi-user B2B solutions, plus B2C pick, pack, and final mile delivery. - Value-Added Services: Market-leading co-packing, gift pack assembly, multipacks, display units, and promotional labelling. - Comprehensive UK Network: Full and part load transport, retailer consolidation, and pallet network expertise.

Partner with Great Bear for reliable, scalable, and innovative logistics that help your business grow.

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ID8 Global LLC 07714 517 669 / baljit.virdee@id8-global.com / id8-global.com ID8 Global is transforming procurement’s role within the supply chain. Formed as a joint venture between Jabil, a global manufacturing leader, and Cyferd, a pioneer in AI-driven transformation, ID8 equips enterprises with agile solutions that remove silos and streamline supplier networks. By connecting data, people, and processes across procurement and supply chain functions, our platform delivers real-time visibility, faster sourcing decisions, and measurable cost savings. For supply chain leaders, procurement isn’t just about buying smarter — it’s about building resilience, reducing risk, and ensuring agility across every link in the chain. With Jabil’s deep supply chain expertise and Cyferd’s composable AI platform, ID8 helps enterprises strengthen supplier collaboration, respond faster to disruption, and unlock value that flows through operations, logistics, and customer delivery.

At ID8, we make procurement the engine that powers smarter, leaner, and more resilient supply chains.

Intuendi +39 393 9321 794 / luciano.verrecchia@gmail.com / intuendi.com At Intuendi, we believe demand planning and forecasting should never feel like guesswork. Born in Florence and trusted by retailers and ecommerce leaders worldwide, we combine ingenuity with cutting-edge AI to give growing companies the clarity and confidence they need to scale. Intuendi goes beyond forecasting, our AI-powered technology reveal hidden patterns, quantifies lost sales, and turns unpredictability into opportunity. Whether it’s navigating sudden demand shifts, preventing stockouts, expanding into new markets, or saving time on purchase orders, Intuendi equips you to make decisions that drive growth, not risk. We partner with ambitious teams who refuse to leave their success to chance. With Intuendi, you don’t just react to change, you get ahead of it.

Kite Packaging 07966 331 335 / abrearley@kitepackaging.co.uk / kitepackaging.co.uk Kite is passionate about innovating your packaging to reduce costs using our expertise and design ideas, all fulfilled from our UK wide network of Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs). Each RDCs has account managers, packaging technologists, in-the-box and pallet wrap specialists, so whether it’s a cardboard box, a plastic bag, stretch film or any other packaging challenge, Kite will design the right solution or packaging system layout to meet the needs of your business. Our NDC stocks over 2,500 standard products, this coupled with the thousands of bespoke lines we hold for customers means Kite is able to supply all your packaging with Just-In-Time delivery. Dedicated Kite teams benefit from our unique Mobile Packaging Laboratory and in-house Environmental Packaging experts, helping you to make better packaging choices. Certified Carbon Neutral and BRCGS, ISO9001 and ISO140001 compliant. Think differently about packaging and talk to Kite.

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KLN Freight (UK) Ltd 01618 731 457 / stacey.byrne@kln.com / kln.com KLN is a leading Asia-based global third-party logistics provider (3PL), offering a comprehensive suite of supply chain solutions tailored to meet the demands of today’s dynamic markets. From integrated logistics and international freight forwarding (air, ocean, road, rail, and multimodal) to e-commerce fulfilment, industrial project logistics, and infrastructure investment, KLN delivers with precision and scale. Operating in 59 countries and territories, KLN has built a strong presence across key emerging markets including Mainland China, India, Southeast Asia, the CIS, Middle East, and LATAM. Our extensive infrastructure, strategic gateway coverage, and deep local expertise enable us to support businesses with agile, cost-effective, and reliable logistics solutions. Join us at the Total Supply Chain Summit to discover how KLN can help optimise your supply chain, unlock new markets, and become your trusted logistics partner.

Motive 07933 119 573 / gonzalo.escobar@gomotive.com / gomotive.com/en-gb Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable. For the first time, safety, operations, and finance teams can manage their workers, vehicles, equipment, and fleet-related spend in a single system. Motive serves nearly 100,000 customers from small businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises such as Halliburton, KONE, Komatsu, NBC Universal, and Maersk across a wide range of industries, including transportation and logistics, construction, energy, field service, manufacturing, agriculture, food and beverage, retail, waste services, and the public sector. Visit gomotive.com to learn more.

Neutral Carbon Zone 0845 094 5976 / gozero@neutralcarbonzone.com / neutralcarbonzone.com NCZ helps businesses globally, integrate sustainability, by understanding what factors drive their carbon emissions.

Once a baseline footprint is mapped out, reduction strategies can be implemented, and credible progress demonstrated year-on-year. They set the standard for carbon measurement and reporting, providing credible verification in line with industry best practice.

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Viso Suite

One platform, infinite possibilities viso.ai delivers AI Vision built for supply chain agility: accelerating operations, reducing risk, and scaling with your business. Solve today’s disruptions and capture tomorrow’s opportunities with Viso Suite.

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Palletways (UK) Ltd 07974 473 555 / patrick_hewitt@palletways.com / palletways.com Palletways has grown to become Europe’s most trusted palletised freight network, offering efficient and reliable solutions for transporting goods both domestically and across Europe. In the UK, our network is made up of over 130 independent pallet delivery companies who provide outstanding service nationwide. Each year, Palletways UK handles close to 6 million pallets, connecting businesses of all sizes across towns, cities, and rural areas, from major retailers to growing local enterprises. We operate a hub-and-spoke distribution model, designed to be both efficient and sustainable, reducing overall mileage and minimising empty vehicle space to ensure smarter pallet deliveries. Our focus is on making pallet shipping as simple and dependable as possible, backed by innovative technology, a highly experienced team and a commitment to customer service that sets us apart.

SBH 01992780035 andy.melvin@sbh.co.uk A specialist warehouse and industrial property consultancy for the logistics sector. For over 30 years, we have established long-term relationships with major retailers, manufacturers, 3PLs and the property trade. As a private company, sbh employs experienced professionals trusted with major projects for the world’s largest businesses. We offer individual general practice chartered surveying services and full management of major construction and fit-out projects. Since 1994, we have completed over 150 major construction and fit-out projects, covering 30,000,000ft² globally. We have created many excellent “one-stop” teams with trusted specialist architects, engineers and supply chain experts to provide our clients with best-in-class service. We have also managed large construction projects guided by acquisition and deal structure throughout Europe and Asia.

sofco Ltd 01740 768 360 / tom.noble@sofco.co.uk / sofco.co.uk sofco is a leading provider of integrated and collaborative End-to-End Planning Solutions for the Consumer Goods, Manufacturing & Retail sectors. The applications cover planning, intelligence and execution, and support strategic business processes including Sales & Operations Planning, Trade Promotion Management, Supply Planning, Production Planning and Scheduling. sofco serves leading global organisations including Greencore, Signet Jewelers, Young’s Seafood, Liz Earle, and many more household brands, providing an End-to-End Planning and Supply Chain Visibility solution which fully supports ‘Operational Analytics’ including ‘What If’ scenario-based planning and supply chain financial view. Whether on site or in the Cloud, our customers have seen significant benefits from reduction in inventory, reduction in stock-outs for fastmoving goods, increased product availability and a reduction in working capital.

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Solvares Logistics Software 07810 370 346 / tim.fawkes@solvares.com / solvares.com Solvares Logistics Software provide Transport Management Software solutions that helps companies digitalise and automate transport process: reducing transport cost and enhancing visibility and service throughout their supply chains. Whether you operate a fleet of your own vehicles or you partner with carriers we have a solution that will meet your needs. Originating in Germany over 20 years ago, our products have provided transport software expertise for many customers including shippers and logistics providers, across all industry sectors. Solvares provide route scheduling and delivery app technology using our Opheo software solution, a proven best in class solution used by 90+customers, 10,000 vehicles across 400 operating centres. Solvares provide multi carrier management systems and workflows using our LP2 software solutions, used by over 50 customers, managing over £1billion of transport spend, managing inbound and outbound supply chains with complex freight invoice management requirements.

The Pilot Group 0333 034 2104 / Dunya.Spiric@thepilotgroup.co.uk / thepilotgroup.co.uk In large industrial spaces, heating is often one of the most significant sources of excessive energy use, and yet one of the easiest to fix. That’s where we come in. Pilot Group specialises in retrofitting existing heating systems with intelligent energy controls that cut Scope 1 & 2 emissions and deliver average savings of 43% - often from day one. No costly overhauls. No waiting years for payback. Just rapid, measurable results that cut energy use, cut costs, and cut carbon. With decades of expertise in industrial heating, we combine automation, smart control strategies, and rigorous verification to give businesses both performance and proof. The result: a system that pays for itself, improves comfort, and strengthens sustainability credentials with stakeholders. For businesses moving toward electrification, our HVAC design and installation service ensures your transition is both practical and future-ready. Cut carbon and costs. Gain control. Move closer to net zero.

Transporeon 07350 378 776 / brendan_ball@trimble.com / transporeon.com/en At Transporeon (a Trimble Company), our mission is to bring transportation in sync with the world. We power the largest global freight network of 1,400+ shippers and retailers and almost 160,000 carriers and LSPs. Every day, more than 110,000 transports are being executed on our platform, alongside 100,000+ booked dock-appointments for loading and unloading, and roughly €55bn in freight is being processed in a year. Our modular platform connects all actors along the supply chain, helps automate manual processes and provides valuable real-time insights. From freight sourcing over transport execution and dock and yard management to freight audit and payment. Data hubs provide insights into logistics operations, market developments and carbon emissions, next to ensuring transparency in the supply chain through visibility. We’re active worldwide and across all modes of transportation. We have offices around the globe with 1,400+ employees across 25 countries.

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Velon Global Ltd 07803 825 106 / wknight@velonpricing.com / velonpricing.com Velon is a modern Configure-Price-Quote (CPQ) software company built for bespoke manufacturers. Created through the joint expertise of Solenoid Augment Technologies, a UK-based SaaS company, and a team of global pricing specialists headquartered in London, Velon combines over a decade of experience delivering pricing and quoting solutions with the power of AI and low-code technology. Our mission is simple: to empower manufacturers with pricing and quoting that is faster, smarter, and built for the future. We eliminate the bottlenecks of spreadsheets, ERP gaps, and rigid legacy CPQs — replacing them with a platform that simplifies complexity, adapts with ease, and delivers speed, accuracy, and adaptability at scale. Velon makes CPQ accessible, practical, and powerful for growing businesses, aligning technology with real-world quoting challenges.

Verity +41 445 338 360 / info@verity.net / verity.net Unlocking operational and commercial excellence in the supply chain with Verity: AI-powered mobile intelligence for smarter, faster operations. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with operations worldwide, Verity is transforming warehousing with its cutting-edge mobile intelligence system. Verity’s fully autonomous drones, powered by advanced robotics and AI, provide real-time operational visibility to optimize your entire supply chain and ensure customer satisfaction. Verity’s system is already in use by top companies globally, including leading logistics providers such as Maersk, DSV and UPS Supply Chain Solutions, On, and KeHE. In 200+ warehouses, the Verity system is performing millions of autonomous inventory checks every month. This translates to a wealth of valuable data and insights, empowering businesses to optimize operations, improve efficiency, save costs, and achieve faster, smarter and more sustainable supply chains. The result: Valuable insights that empower businesses to achieve greater operational efficiencies and build faster, smarter, and more sustainable supply chains.

viso.ai +41 796 852 909 / n.klingler@viso.ai / viso.ai viso.ai is the creator of Viso Suite, the leading end-to-end computer vision platform used by enterprises to rapidly build, deploy, and scale AI-powered visual inspection systems. In logistics and supply chain environments, Viso Suite enables real-time monitoring of critical HSE risks such as unsafe behaviors, PPE compliance, and vehicle-pedestrian interactions, eliminating reliance on manual checks and post-incident reporting. For operational excellence, Viso Suite helps drive lean initiatives by automating process monitoring, detecting bottlenecks, and optimizing material flow with edge-deployed AI vision systems. Trusted by industry leaders like DHL and DPD, Viso Suite empowers teams to build modular, secure, and scalable applications across warehouses, distribution centers, and transport hubs. With full control over data, hardware, and model training, organizations can accelerate AI adoption while meeting strict regulatory, privacy, and uptime requirements. viso.ai is redefining how logistics organizations achieve safer, smarter, and more efficient operations through computer vision.

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Smarter Freight Management Digitise. Optimise. Scale.

DigiHaul is a digital freight ecosystem designed for both growing and established companies. We digitalise freight operations end-to-end with tailor tech, equipping teams with the tools they need to work smarter and faster.

Managed Transport One-stop solution for transport administration, capacity, and coverage. With access to 270+ vetted UK hauliers, we provide a tailored service that removes the complexities of sourcing and managing transport. Insights, live ETAs, and advanced reporting come as standard to improve efficiency.

Digital Control Tower Our Digital Control Tower offers the ideal balance. It streamlines backoffice processes, reduces administrative burdens, and frees up valuable time and resources. Beyond automation, the Digital Control Tower delivers actionable insights across your network, enabling smarter, data-driven decisions that optimise performance and deliver accelerated growth

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Walkers Transport 07464 498 838 / chris.burley@walkers-transport.co.uk / walkers-transport.co.uk Walkers Transport is a leading UK transport and logistics provider, committed to delivering excellence across the supply chain. As part of the Palletways network, we offer next-day, timed, and economy palletised freight services nationwide and into Europe. Our customer-first approach, innovative technology, and dedicated team are what set us apart. In the past year, we’ve launched a new and improved customer portal, Walkers Insight, enhancing visibility, efficiency, and communication. We’ve also continued to invest in sustainability by upgrading our fleet and optimising routes to reduce emissions. An impressive customer retention rate and a passionate workforce, we pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships based on trust and performance. Our commitment to continuous improvement, supported by industry-leading service levels, makes Walkers Transport a reliable and forward-thinking logistics partner. We’re proud of our progress and excited for the future as we continue to set new standards in the logistics industry.

Wattstor Ltd 07736 595 978 / steve.bingham@wattstor.com / wattstor.com Wattstor is a next generation energy company, providing complete onsite renewable energy solutions to commercial and industrial customers. We supply renewable electricity that is locally produced, smartly managed and cheaper than grid or any other alternative. We believe sustainable, affordable energy is a business essential and are committed to removing all obstacles to the clean energy transition. Our innovative renewable energy tariff, Price Protect, delivers all onsite electricity needed and helps companies to save 20 - 30% on their electricity bills.

We plan, build, finance, operate and optimise PV & battery systems at your site, and organise the bill under a single, simple contract. Come and talk to us today about reducing your energy bills without impacting operations, and reaching net zero targets set by your board or your supply chain partners.

Wayfindr 07443 607 690 / ali.cameronjones@wayfindr.io / wayfindr.io Your 4PL Logistics Partner for E-Commerce Wayfindr helps brands become effortlessly great at logistics.

We streamline your logistics operations, giving you a single point of contact for our global network of vetted providers.

We work behind the scenes to help brands navigate complexity and deliver their promise worldwide. Wayfindr is more than a logistics provider. We’re a growth partner. We help you design and build a logistics program that adapts to changing market dynamics, so your brand can always find a way to scale.

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WTA Group 07918 073 556 / tom.sommer@wtagroup.com / wtagroup.com WTA Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned logistics provider with over 110 years of expertise. Headquartered in Manchester, UK, WTA operates globally, offering end-to-end logistics solutions, including air, sea, and road freight, customs brokerage and bonded warehousing. Known for its customer-centric approach, WTA provides tailored solutions, 24/7 support, and dedicated account managers to meet diverse client needs. Our proprietary WTA Platform provides real-time tracking, automated updates, and detailed CO2 data, enabling customers to monitor shipments, optimise routes, and reduce environmental impact. The platform enhances supply chain visibility, decision-making, and ensures transparency. WTA excels in food and beverage logistics, with temperature-controlled transport, BRCGS-accredited warehousing, and just-in-time delivery. With offices in the UK, UAE, China, USA, Singapore and Europe, WTA combines global reach with local expertise, ensuring seamless cross-border operations. Committed to innovation, compliance, and sustainability, WTA delivers efficient, reliable, and strategic logistics solutions, making it a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

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