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ACW: What led to the decision to co-locate these three events in Miami? Schönberger: Miami serves as a strategic gateway between North and South America and is a natural crossroads for international trade. Co-locating the three events enables attendees to tap into synergies across different logistics sectors - from air and oceanfreight to heavy- lift and integrated supply chains - while benefiting from the city’s infrastructure, connectivity, and regional influencex.


ACW: How does this event compare with its counterpart in Munich and other global transport logistics conferences? Schönberger: transport logistic Munich remains the world’s leading logistics trade fair, with over 77,000 attendees and 2,700+ exhibitors in 2025. Its American sibling in Miami is smaller in scale, but uniquely tailored to the Americas, offering high-level content, curated networking and strong regional focus. It brings the global standards of Munich to a geopolitically critical market in a more intimate and targeted format.


ACW: Who are the key organisers and strategic partners behind the event? Schönberger: The event is co-organised by Messe München - a global powerhouse in trade fair management - and the World Trade Center Miami, which brings decades of regional experience. This partnership blends international brand recognition with local market intelligence, creating a globally informed but locally grounded platform for the logistics sector.


ACW: What are the main learning opportunities for attendees at the 2025 conference? Schönberger: Attendees can expect a high-impact conference programme


covering trends such as digital transformation,


sustainability, AI in logistics, regulatory shifts and supply chain resilience. Sessions are curated with input


publications, industry associations, and top-level executives, offering real-world insights and strategic value.


ACW: What types of industry professionals typically attend, and which sectors are best represented? Which sectors might be under-represented? Schönberger: The show attracts a diverse range of logistics professionals,


including freight forwarders, shippers, 3PL/4PL


providers, airport and seaport authorities, cargo airlines, infrastructure developers, and tech innovators. Air cargo and project logistics are especially well


represented. Sectors like rail and inland waterway


transport are growing but still relatively under-represented - creating opportunities for expansion.


ACW: What are some of the most anticipated panel discussions or keynote topics for this year’s event? Schönberger: Expect strong interest


in panels on AI-powered


logistics, green corridors, e-commerce supply chains, trade disruption and resilience, and digital


freight marketplaces. With geopolitical


tensions, decarbonisation mandates and labour shortages dominating headlines, these themes will take centre stage.


ACW: How can attendees maximise


opportunities at the show? Schönberger: While the event doesn’t


networking rely heavily on formal


networking formats, the vibrant show floor itself acts as a natural hub for connection. Exhibitors design their booths to foster interaction, and the open layout encourages spontaneous conversations between professionals from across the logistics spectrum.


In addition,


side events, hosted receptions, and exhibitor-led showcases offer fertile ground for building new business relationships. And of course, Miami’s dynamic atmosphere after hours - from waterfront dinners to informal gatherings - provides the perfect backdrop for continuing the conversation outside the venue.


ACW: Are there specific innovations or technologies being showcased that attendees should watch for? Schönberger: Absolutely. Expect demonstrations of blockchain solutions for cargo tracking, AI-based route optimisation, autonomous handling equipment, drone delivery prototypes, and sustainable fuels and electrification technologies. These aren’t just concepts - they’re being implemented today by the industry’s most forward-looking players.


15 from leading logistics


cargo conference has grown into


an international, multimodal


logistics gathering that attracts


professionals from across the global supply chain.”

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