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Event Programme

27 September - 29 September

George R. Brown Convention Center ∙ Halls A & B ∙ Houston, Texas, USA

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Registration Hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Exhibition Hall Hours: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
 

Golf Tournament & Lunch

27 September

07:00 - 13:00

Hermann Park Golf Course

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 07:00 09/27/2022 13:00 Golf Tournament & Lunch SOLD OUT - The 2022 Maritime Workers Emergency Medical Fund Golf Tournament will be held on September 27, in conjunction with Breakbulk Americas at the Hermann Park Golf Course in Houston. Relax while you play golf under the majestic emerald canopy of stately old oak trees, unwind on the airy veranda of the modern clubhouse and satisfy your appetite with delicious food. Hermann Park Golf Course America/Detroit

Golf Tournament & Lunch

Golf Tournament & Lunch

SOLD OUT - The 2022 Maritime Workers Emergency Medical Fund Golf Tournament will be held on September 27, in conjunction with Breakbulk Americas at the Hermann Park Golf Course in Houston. Relax while you play golf under the majestic emerald canopy of stately old oak trees, unwind on the airy veranda of the modern clubhouse and satisfy your appetite with delicious food.

Chartering Workshop

27 September

09:00 - 16:30

George R. Brown Convention Center

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 09:00 09/27/2022 16:30 Chartering Workshop This one-day, intermediate level workshop provides a deeper understanding of chartering principles and applications for full-time chartering professionals as well as those who work with chartering contracts. 

The lecturer, will provide instruction designed to increase proficiency in key areas, such as: 
•    Major cargoes and trade routes
•    Chartering terminology
•    Shipping and market sector definitions
•    Identifying key stakeholders in a chartering contract
•    The Profit and Loss levers and rationale of breakbulk cargoes
•    Shipbroker authority - advantages and limitations
•    Calculating demurrage and despatch across sectors
•    Bills of Lading: functions and correct usage; pitfalls and risks associated with incorrect usage

In partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers  George R. Brown Convention Center America/Detroit

Workshops

Chartering Workshop

This one-day, intermediate level workshop provides a deeper understanding of chartering principles and applications for full-time chartering professionals as well as those who work with chartering contracts. 

The lecturer, will provide instruction designed to increase proficiency in key areas, such as: 
•    Major cargoes and trade routes
•    Chartering terminology
•    Shipping and market sector definitions
•    Identifying key stakeholders in a chartering contract
•    The Profit and Loss levers and rationale of breakbulk cargoes
•    Shipbroker authority - advantages and limitations
•    Calculating demurrage and despatch across sectors
•    Bills of Lading: functions and correct usage; pitfalls and risks associated with incorrect usage

In partnership with the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers 

Executive Summit

27 September

12:30 - 16:30

The Grove Houston

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 12:30 09/27/2022 16:30 Executive Summit By invitation only sponsored by
 The Grove Houston America/Detroit

Executive Summit

Executive Summit

By invitation only sponsored by

Welcome Reception

27 September

17:00 - 20:00

George R. Brown Convention Center

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 17:00 09/27/2022 20:00 Welcome Reception Join us at the Welcome Reception to kickoff Breakbulk Americas 2022! It will be a great time of networking and engaging with other exhibitors and attendees before the excitement of the next two days. 
Sponsored by Cooper/Ports America
 George R. Brown Convention Center America/Detroit

Welcome Reception

Welcome Reception

Join us at the Welcome Reception to kickoff Breakbulk Americas 2022! It will be a great time of networking and engaging with other exhibitors and attendees before the excitement of the next two days. 
Sponsored by Cooper/Ports America

After-party at The Rustic

27 September

20:00 - 22:00

The Rustic

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 20:00 09/27/2022 22:00 After-party at The Rustic Let's keep the party going! Join us at The Rustic  - just steps from the GRB. Open to all Breakbulk Americas attendees. Free of charge but must sign up in registration.
Sponsored by Port Houston
 The Rustic America/Detroit

After-party at The Rustic

After-party at The Rustic

Let's keep the party going! Join us at The Rustic  - just steps from the GRB. Open to all Breakbulk Americas attendees. Free of charge but must sign up in registration.
Sponsored by Port Houston

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network

27 September

17:00 - 20:00

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 17:00 09/27/2022 20:00 Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Reception Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge America/Detroit

Breakbulk Global Shipper Lounge

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Reception

28 September

10:00 - 18:00

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 10:00 09/28/2022 18:00 Wednesday Activities Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge America/Detroit

Breakbulk Global Shipper Lounge

Wednesday Activities

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

Registration Hours: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Exhibition Hall Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

BUSINESSrun

28 September

07:15 - 09:30

George R. Brown Convention Center

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 07:15 09/28/2022 09:30 BUSINESSrun Organized by Flensborg and Associates, this popular activity is designed for runners of all abilities and will follow the Buffalo Bayou Trail. All proceeds go to charity. George R. Brown Convention Center America/Detroit

BUSINESSrun

BUSINESSrun

Organized by Flensborg and Associates, this popular activity is designed for runners of all abilities and will follow the Buffalo Bayou Trail. All proceeds go to charity.

Women in Breakbulk Breakfast

28 September

09:30 - 10:45

Marriott Marquis – River Oaks Ballroom, 3rd Floor

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 09:30 09/28/2022 10:45 Women in Breakbulk Breakfast SOLD OUT - In a predominantly male-dominated industry, women are steadily making their mark. To encourage further inclusion, Breakbulk Americas will host a Women in Breakbulk Breakfast on Wednesday morning. This is a meeting place for women make connections with female colleagues from around the world on the opening morning of Breakbulk Americas, and then have the opportunity to meet up over the days of the event.

  Sponsored by
 Marriott Marquis – River Oaks Ballroom, 3rd Floor America/Detroit

Women in Breakbulk Breakfast

Women in Breakbulk Breakfast

SOLD OUT - In a predominantly male-dominated industry, women are steadily making their mark. To encourage further inclusion, Breakbulk Americas will host a Women in Breakbulk Breakfast on Wednesday morning. This is a meeting place for women make connections with female colleagues from around the world on the opening morning of Breakbulk Americas, and then have the opportunity to meet up over the days of the event.

  Sponsored by

Moderators

Leslie Meredith
Marketing & Media Director , Breakbulk Events & Media

Speakers

Audrey Murillo
Senior Estimator, Indirects – M&T , Bechtel Corporation
Dea Chincuanco
Assistant Vice President Commercial and Chartering , dship Carriers

Explore

Main Stage Sessions

The Breakbulk Main Stage will showcase business opportunities, strategy and answers to the most pressing industry questions. It will feature leading breakbulk and project executives who will provide insights into the latest business and trade intelligence, as well as delve deeper into key markets, sectors and issues affecting the whole supply chain. Join the conversation over these two days as we analyse industry megatrends, the global project market outlook and discover where the next breakbulk and project cargo business opportunities will come from.

Sponsored by DHL Industrial Projects

28 September

10:45 - 11:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 10:45 09/28/2022 11:00 Opening Remarks Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Opening Remarks

Speakers

Jamie Reesby
Event Director, Breakbulk Americas , Breakbulk Events & Media
Roger Guenther
Executive Director , Port Houston
Ryan Foley
CEO , DHL Industrial Projects

Explore

28 September

11:00 - 12:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 11:00 09/28/2022 12:00 Industry Outlook from the Inside: Rates, Contracts, Capacity, Congestion…

If we had a crystal ball, it would be needed for this session! Our panellists will be discussing the continuing challenges they are facing across the supply chain and what the outlook is over the coming months and further into the future. They will delve deeper into rates, capacity, congestion, geopolitical events and how ‘normal’ will look for the industry in the short and longer term. In addition to this, our panel will discuss how fuel is impacting the market and challenges around contracting across the board. It is certainly a session not to be missed!

Sponsored by

 

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Industry Outlook from the Inside: Rates, Contracts, Capacity, Congestion…

If we had a crystal ball, it would be needed for this session! Our panellists will be discussing the continuing challenges they are facing across the supply chain and what the outlook is over the coming months and further into the future. They will delve deeper into rates, capacity, congestion, geopolitical events and how ‘normal’ will look for the industry in the short and longer term. In addition to this, our panel will discuss how fuel is impacting the market and challenges around contracting across the board. It is certainly a session not to be missed!

Sponsored by

 

Moderators

Steve Hill
Director , Global Operations - Logistics & Trade Compliance, McDermott

Speakers

Anders Hyrup
President , Jumbo- SAL- Alliance USA
Ben Collins
Global Project Cargo Manager , MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.
Dea Chincuanco
Assistant Vice President Commercial and Chartering , dship Carriers
Felix Schoeller
Commercial Director , AAL Shipping (AAL)
Michael Lund
Deputy Secretary General , BIMCO
Torben Waalkes
VP, Global Head of Marine Chartering , DHL Industrial Projects

Explore

28 September

12:30 - 13:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 12:30 09/28/2022 13:00 Building the Business Case for Deployment of Logistics Technology for Industrial Projects The size and scale of industrial projects has increased dramatically over the years. While managing project logistics has always been challenging, the exponential increase in project size, coupled with the highly volatile world we live in, has increased the levels of complexity and execution risk. More and more companies are therefore deploying technology, to help them better orchestrate the end-to-end logistics process, and deliver projects on time and on budget.   
CEOs and CFOs however want to know what their ROI will be, before approving the budget. COOs and Project Directors want to know how it will benefit their projects and operations. Sustainability leaders are keen to know how it will support their scope 3 requirements. CIOs and CTOs want to understand how incoming technology will integrate with existing systems and the IT resources that will be needed for implementation.  
Developing a solid business case that aligns the organization is therefore crucial. Come hear from experts on some of the industry best practices to build the business case you need to be successful. 

Session lead by
 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Building the Business Case for Deployment of Logistics Technology for Industrial Projects

The size and scale of industrial projects has increased dramatically over the years. While managing project logistics has always been challenging, the exponential increase in project size, coupled with the highly volatile world we live in, has increased the levels of complexity and execution risk. More and more companies are therefore deploying technology, to help them better orchestrate the end-to-end logistics process, and deliver projects on time and on budget.   
CEOs and CFOs however want to know what their ROI will be, before approving the budget. COOs and Project Directors want to know how it will benefit their projects and operations. Sustainability leaders are keen to know how it will support their scope 3 requirements. CIOs and CTOs want to understand how incoming technology will integrate with existing systems and the IT resources that will be needed for implementation.  
Developing a solid business case that aligns the organization is therefore crucial. Come hear from experts on some of the industry best practices to build the business case you need to be successful. 

Session lead by

Moderators

Arun Joseph
Vice President- Supply Chain Solutions , e2log

Speakers

Asheesh Doda
Commercial Strategies and Digitalization, Senior Director , Fluor Corporation
Bill Keyes
Director Logistics , Fluor Corporation
Luciana Martins
Master Planner, Global Supply Chain , New Fortress Energy

Explore

28 September

13:15 - 14:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 13:15 09/28/2022 14:00 US Offshore Wind: The Evolving Supply Chain, Infrastructure and Managing Demand

The US wind project pipeline is continuing to grow and the infrastructure to support this booming industry is trying its best to keep up the pace. From ports being able to offer more flexibility, to the availability of trucking companies to handle the demand, all parts of the supply chain are under pressure to be able to effectively cater to this growing industry. In addition to keeping up with demand, there are ongoing challenges around the Jones Act requirements. This session will bring together representatives from across the supply chain to discuss offshore wind development in the Americas, opportunities and where bottlenecks in the supply chain might cause issues for these projects further down the line.

Sponsored by

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

US Offshore Wind: The Evolving Supply Chain, Infrastructure and Managing Demand

The US wind project pipeline is continuing to grow and the infrastructure to support this booming industry is trying its best to keep up the pace. From ports being able to offer more flexibility, to the availability of trucking companies to handle the demand, all parts of the supply chain are under pressure to be able to effectively cater to this growing industry. In addition to keeping up with demand, there are ongoing challenges around the Jones Act requirements. This session will bring together representatives from across the supply chain to discuss offshore wind development in the Americas, opportunities and where bottlenecks in the supply chain might cause issues for these projects further down the line.

Sponsored by

Moderators

Robert G. Wellner
Executive Director , Liberty Green Logistics

Speakers

Alberto Morandi
General Manager , GustoMSC
Russell Williams
Director , Tradepoint Atlantic
Stig Kirkegaard
Area Head of Key Clients , A.P. Moller – Maersk

Explore

28 September

14:15 - 14:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 14:15 09/28/2022 14:45 Breakbulk and Project Market Outlook

Energy Industries Council will provide a market overview and review of current project developments globally and drill down specifically to the US, as well as looking at future opportunities across key sectors. In addition to oil & gas and the sustained demand for renewable energy projects, alternative forms of energy are both on the rise and there are changing trade flows globally. Updates will also be given on the readiness of the supply chain to be able to deliver the increasing number of cleantech projects.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Breakbulk and Project Market Outlook

Energy Industries Council will provide a market overview and review of current project developments globally and drill down specifically to the US, as well as looking at future opportunities across key sectors. In addition to oil & gas and the sustained demand for renewable energy projects, alternative forms of energy are both on the rise and there are changing trade flows globally. Updates will also be given on the readiness of the supply chain to be able to deliver the increasing number of cleantech projects.

Speakers

Amanda Duhon
Regional Director , Energy Industries Council

Explore

28 September

15:00 - 15:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 15:00 09/28/2022 15:45 Air Cargo Solutions for Project Cargo The challenges facing shippers of air transport project and emergency material have been increasing and with the uncertainties facing so many areas of the world, what are the solutions that can help ensure that suitable aircraft are available for charter to remote global areas. Speakers will address these problems, strategies for obtaining aircraft and a look to the future.  Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Air Cargo Solutions for Project Cargo

The challenges facing shippers of air transport project and emergency material have been increasing and with the uncertainties facing so many areas of the world, what are the solutions that can help ensure that suitable aircraft are available for charter to remote global areas. Speakers will address these problems, strategies for obtaining aircraft and a look to the future. 

Moderators

Fayçal Boumerkhoufa
Vice President, Integrated Project Solutions , CargoLive Logistics

Speakers

Amnon Ehrlich
Director Sales, North America Aerospace, Government and Defense Programs , Antonov Airlines
Axel Kaldschmidt
Head VM Aerospace – Marine – Defense , Schenker Americas, Inc.
Reza Fazlollahi
Business Development & Commercial , Airbus Beluga Transport
Robert Reed
Director of International Procurement, Global Logistics, and Global Corporate Travel , Nabors Corporate Services

Explore

28 September

16:00 - 16:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 16:00 09/28/2022 16:45 How Technology is Truly Changing the Game in the Project Cargo Industry

Hear from companies at the forefront of the digital revolution discussing the ways they are changing the game through technology in the breakbulk industry. Real life use cases of how different parts of the supply chain are benefitting from becoming more digital and how it is helping to improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity for all stakeholders will be presented. From software to hardware, this session will showcase and debate where the industry is headed and what needs to be done to get everyone to the same point on their digital journey.

Sponsored by 
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 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

How Technology is Truly Changing the Game in the Project Cargo Industry

Hear from companies at the forefront of the digital revolution discussing the ways they are changing the game through technology in the breakbulk industry. Real life use cases of how different parts of the supply chain are benefitting from becoming more digital and how it is helping to improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity for all stakeholders will be presented. From software to hardware, this session will showcase and debate where the industry is headed and what needs to be done to get everyone to the same point on their digital journey.

Sponsored by 
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Moderators

Dharmendra Gangrade
Head, Logistics Management Center , Larsen & Toubro Limited

Speakers

Cynthia Worley
VP of Strategic Accounts , SEDNA
Darren Shelton
Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer , Fuel Trust
Keith Settle
Chief Executive Officer , Oxbo Mega Transport Solutions
Matthew Costello
CEO , Voyager Portal

Explore

28 September

16:30 - 16:30

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 16:30 09/28/2022 16:30 Close Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Close

29 September

10:30 - 11:20

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 10:30 09/29/2022 11:20 Driving Toward a Manufacturing Renaissance Since climbing off the barstool at Cheers over a decade ago, John has become Hollywood’s most outspoken advocate for manufacturing, skilled labor and the companies that are the foundation of our great country, detailing the crushing regulations on American enterprise and the fact that we are running out of skilled tradesman to fill the hundreds of thousands of available skilled trades jobs in America.

He is an author, entrepreneur, philanthropist and activist – all while remaining true to his blue-collar roots. Join John in the Main Stage for his opening address at Breakbulk Americas on Thursday morning.
  Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Driving Toward a Manufacturing Renaissance

Since climbing off the barstool at Cheers over a decade ago, John has become Hollywood’s most outspoken advocate for manufacturing, skilled labor and the companies that are the foundation of our great country, detailing the crushing regulations on American enterprise and the fact that we are running out of skilled tradesman to fill the hundreds of thousands of available skilled trades jobs in America.

He is an author, entrepreneur, philanthropist and activist – all while remaining true to his blue-collar roots. Join John in the Main Stage for his opening address at Breakbulk Americas on Thursday morning.
 

Speakers

John Ratzenberger
Screenwriter, Director, Producer and Multi-Emmy-Nominated Actor

Explore

29 September

11:30 - 12:15

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 11:30 09/29/2022 12:15 Power Generation in Latin America: Regional Spotlight

Latin America is certainly a region of opportunity when it comes to projects, specifically power generation. There is no question that the demand is there and power generation is a key development area for this region looking into the future, in particular clean energy. Since 2008, there have been several low carbon pilot projects taking place in Argentina, Costa Rica and Chile and the region is set to play a prominent role in green hydrogen development. This session will look at the current project landscape when it comes to power generation, what the project pipeline looks like, where infrastructure will be needed and where the main opportunities are for the project cargo industry over the coming years.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Power Generation in Latin America: Regional Spotlight

Latin America is certainly a region of opportunity when it comes to projects, specifically power generation. There is no question that the demand is there and power generation is a key development area for this region looking into the future, in particular clean energy. Since 2008, there have been several low carbon pilot projects taking place in Argentina, Costa Rica and Chile and the region is set to play a prominent role in green hydrogen development. This session will look at the current project landscape when it comes to power generation, what the project pipeline looks like, where infrastructure will be needed and where the main opportunities are for the project cargo industry over the coming years.

Moderators

Rafael de los Santos
CEO , Tradelossa

Speakers

Ignacio Benedetti
Regional Director – West Coast Latam , UTC Overseas, Inc.
Luis Carvajal
General Manager , Mammoet Colombia
Miguel Pérez
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) , SAPCO

Explore

29 September

12:25 - 12:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 12:25 09/29/2022 12:45 Standardising Carbon Emission Reporting in the Breakbulk Industry: Presenting the Plan

This session will present the work that has already been done by a cross section of the industry, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre in developing a standard for reporting carbon emissions of cargo movements for the breakbulk sector. Following the success of a similar standard developed for the container sector, it is a key time to come together and formulate one clear way to report on emissions for efficiency across the board. Join this session to hear the thoughts of the industry so far, and have your say in how this should be taken forward before it is too late.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Standardising Carbon Emission Reporting in the Breakbulk Industry: Presenting the Plan

This session will present the work that has already been done by a cross section of the industry, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre in developing a standard for reporting carbon emissions of cargo movements for the breakbulk sector. Following the success of a similar standard developed for the container sector, it is a key time to come together and formulate one clear way to report on emissions for efficiency across the board. Join this session to hear the thoughts of the industry so far, and have your say in how this should be taken forward before it is too late.

Speakers

Rickard Lindstroem
Program Manager- Clean Cargo , Smart Freight Centre
Stephen Spoljaric
Corporate Manager of Global Logistics , Bechtel Corporation

Explore

29 September

12:50 - 13:30

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 12:50 09/29/2022 13:30 Talent Gap and Future of Work

The breakbulk industry continues to suffer from a growing talent gap, which was exaggerated by the challenges of the recent pandemic. It is cited by many across the industry as being one of the biggest challenges they are facing, so it is key to understand why it exists, and what we can do to overcome it. This panel will bring together both new recruits and industry veterans who will discuss their thoughts on this topic, from new ways of working to salary expectations, hopefully we find the key to ensuring the best talent joins the industry for it to continue reaching its potential in the future.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Talent Gap and Future of Work

The breakbulk industry continues to suffer from a growing talent gap, which was exaggerated by the challenges of the recent pandemic. It is cited by many across the industry as being one of the biggest challenges they are facing, so it is key to understand why it exists, and what we can do to overcome it. This panel will bring together both new recruits and industry veterans who will discuss their thoughts on this topic, from new ways of working to salary expectations, hopefully we find the key to ensuring the best talent joins the industry for it to continue reaching its potential in the future.

Moderators

John Hark
Adjunct Professor, Texas A&M , Regional Director, Bertling Logistics

Speakers

Itoro Ibanga
Logistics Specialist - Americas Procurement Center , Air Liquide
Jacquie Young-Hall
Maritime Education Outreach Manager , Port Houston
Kasey Eckstein
Founder & Executive Director, WIMOs , President, Eckstein Trade & Transport

Explore

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network

27 September

17:00 - 20:00

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge

Add to calendar 09/27/2022 17:00 09/27/2022 20:00 Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Reception Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge America/Detroit

Breakbulk Global Shipper Lounge

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Reception

28 September

10:00 - 18:00

Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 10:00 09/28/2022 18:00 Wednesday Activities Breakbulk Global Shipper Network Lounge America/Detroit

Breakbulk Global Shipper Lounge

Wednesday Activities

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Registration Hours: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Exhibition Hall Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Main Stage Sessions

The Breakbulk Main Stage will showcase business opportunities, strategy and answers to the most pressing industry questions. It will feature leading breakbulk and project executives who will provide insights into the latest business and trade intelligence, as well as delve deeper into key markets, sectors and issues affecting the whole supply chain. Join the conversation over these two days as we analyse industry megatrends, the global project market outlook and discover where the next breakbulk and project cargo business opportunities will come from.

Sponsored by DHL Industrial Projects

28 September

10:45 - 11:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 10:45 09/28/2022 11:00 Opening Remarks Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Opening Remarks

Speakers

Jamie Reesby
Event Director, Breakbulk Americas , Breakbulk Events & Media
Roger Guenther
Executive Director , Port Houston
Ryan Foley
CEO , DHL Industrial Projects

Explore

28 September

11:00 - 12:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 11:00 09/28/2022 12:00 Industry Outlook from the Inside: Rates, Contracts, Capacity, Congestion…

If we had a crystal ball, it would be needed for this session! Our panellists will be discussing the continuing challenges they are facing across the supply chain and what the outlook is over the coming months and further into the future. They will delve deeper into rates, capacity, congestion, geopolitical events and how ‘normal’ will look for the industry in the short and longer term. In addition to this, our panel will discuss how fuel is impacting the market and challenges around contracting across the board. It is certainly a session not to be missed!

Sponsored by

 

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Industry Outlook from the Inside: Rates, Contracts, Capacity, Congestion…

If we had a crystal ball, it would be needed for this session! Our panellists will be discussing the continuing challenges they are facing across the supply chain and what the outlook is over the coming months and further into the future. They will delve deeper into rates, capacity, congestion, geopolitical events and how ‘normal’ will look for the industry in the short and longer term. In addition to this, our panel will discuss how fuel is impacting the market and challenges around contracting across the board. It is certainly a session not to be missed!

Sponsored by

 

Moderators

Steve Hill
Director , Global Operations - Logistics & Trade Compliance, McDermott

Speakers

Anders Hyrup
President , Jumbo- SAL- Alliance USA
Ben Collins
Global Project Cargo Manager , MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.
Dea Chincuanco
Assistant Vice President Commercial and Chartering , dship Carriers
Felix Schoeller
Commercial Director , AAL Shipping (AAL)
Michael Lund
Deputy Secretary General , BIMCO
Torben Waalkes
VP, Global Head of Marine Chartering , DHL Industrial Projects

Explore

28 September

12:30 - 13:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 12:30 09/28/2022 13:00 Building the Business Case for Deployment of Logistics Technology for Industrial Projects The size and scale of industrial projects has increased dramatically over the years. While managing project logistics has always been challenging, the exponential increase in project size, coupled with the highly volatile world we live in, has increased the levels of complexity and execution risk. More and more companies are therefore deploying technology, to help them better orchestrate the end-to-end logistics process, and deliver projects on time and on budget.   
CEOs and CFOs however want to know what their ROI will be, before approving the budget. COOs and Project Directors want to know how it will benefit their projects and operations. Sustainability leaders are keen to know how it will support their scope 3 requirements. CIOs and CTOs want to understand how incoming technology will integrate with existing systems and the IT resources that will be needed for implementation.  
Developing a solid business case that aligns the organization is therefore crucial. Come hear from experts on some of the industry best practices to build the business case you need to be successful. 

Session lead by
 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Building the Business Case for Deployment of Logistics Technology for Industrial Projects

The size and scale of industrial projects has increased dramatically over the years. While managing project logistics has always been challenging, the exponential increase in project size, coupled with the highly volatile world we live in, has increased the levels of complexity and execution risk. More and more companies are therefore deploying technology, to help them better orchestrate the end-to-end logistics process, and deliver projects on time and on budget.   
CEOs and CFOs however want to know what their ROI will be, before approving the budget. COOs and Project Directors want to know how it will benefit their projects and operations. Sustainability leaders are keen to know how it will support their scope 3 requirements. CIOs and CTOs want to understand how incoming technology will integrate with existing systems and the IT resources that will be needed for implementation.  
Developing a solid business case that aligns the organization is therefore crucial. Come hear from experts on some of the industry best practices to build the business case you need to be successful. 

Session lead by

Moderators

Arun Joseph
Vice President- Supply Chain Solutions , e2log

Speakers

Asheesh Doda
Commercial Strategies and Digitalization, Senior Director , Fluor Corporation
Bill Keyes
Director Logistics , Fluor Corporation
Luciana Martins
Master Planner, Global Supply Chain , New Fortress Energy

Explore

28 September

13:15 - 14:00

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 13:15 09/28/2022 14:00 US Offshore Wind: The Evolving Supply Chain, Infrastructure and Managing Demand

The US wind project pipeline is continuing to grow and the infrastructure to support this booming industry is trying its best to keep up the pace. From ports being able to offer more flexibility, to the availability of trucking companies to handle the demand, all parts of the supply chain are under pressure to be able to effectively cater to this growing industry. In addition to keeping up with demand, there are ongoing challenges around the Jones Act requirements. This session will bring together representatives from across the supply chain to discuss offshore wind development in the Americas, opportunities and where bottlenecks in the supply chain might cause issues for these projects further down the line.

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 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

US Offshore Wind: The Evolving Supply Chain, Infrastructure and Managing Demand

The US wind project pipeline is continuing to grow and the infrastructure to support this booming industry is trying its best to keep up the pace. From ports being able to offer more flexibility, to the availability of trucking companies to handle the demand, all parts of the supply chain are under pressure to be able to effectively cater to this growing industry. In addition to keeping up with demand, there are ongoing challenges around the Jones Act requirements. This session will bring together representatives from across the supply chain to discuss offshore wind development in the Americas, opportunities and where bottlenecks in the supply chain might cause issues for these projects further down the line.

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Moderators

Robert G. Wellner
Executive Director , Liberty Green Logistics

Speakers

Alberto Morandi
General Manager , GustoMSC
Russell Williams
Director , Tradepoint Atlantic
Stig Kirkegaard
Area Head of Key Clients , A.P. Moller – Maersk

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28 September

14:15 - 14:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 14:15 09/28/2022 14:45 Breakbulk and Project Market Outlook

Energy Industries Council will provide a market overview and review of current project developments globally and drill down specifically to the US, as well as looking at future opportunities across key sectors. In addition to oil & gas and the sustained demand for renewable energy projects, alternative forms of energy are both on the rise and there are changing trade flows globally. Updates will also be given on the readiness of the supply chain to be able to deliver the increasing number of cleantech projects.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Breakbulk and Project Market Outlook

Energy Industries Council will provide a market overview and review of current project developments globally and drill down specifically to the US, as well as looking at future opportunities across key sectors. In addition to oil & gas and the sustained demand for renewable energy projects, alternative forms of energy are both on the rise and there are changing trade flows globally. Updates will also be given on the readiness of the supply chain to be able to deliver the increasing number of cleantech projects.

Speakers

Amanda Duhon
Regional Director , Energy Industries Council

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28 September

15:00 - 15:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 15:00 09/28/2022 15:45 Air Cargo Solutions for Project Cargo The challenges facing shippers of air transport project and emergency material have been increasing and with the uncertainties facing so many areas of the world, what are the solutions that can help ensure that suitable aircraft are available for charter to remote global areas. Speakers will address these problems, strategies for obtaining aircraft and a look to the future.  Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Air Cargo Solutions for Project Cargo

The challenges facing shippers of air transport project and emergency material have been increasing and with the uncertainties facing so many areas of the world, what are the solutions that can help ensure that suitable aircraft are available for charter to remote global areas. Speakers will address these problems, strategies for obtaining aircraft and a look to the future. 

Moderators

Fayçal Boumerkhoufa
Vice President, Integrated Project Solutions , CargoLive Logistics

Speakers

Amnon Ehrlich
Director Sales, North America Aerospace, Government and Defense Programs , Antonov Airlines
Axel Kaldschmidt
Head VM Aerospace – Marine – Defense , Schenker Americas, Inc.
Reza Fazlollahi
Business Development & Commercial , Airbus Beluga Transport
Robert Reed
Director of International Procurement, Global Logistics, and Global Corporate Travel , Nabors Corporate Services

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28 September

16:00 - 16:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 16:00 09/28/2022 16:45 How Technology is Truly Changing the Game in the Project Cargo Industry

Hear from companies at the forefront of the digital revolution discussing the ways they are changing the game through technology in the breakbulk industry. Real life use cases of how different parts of the supply chain are benefitting from becoming more digital and how it is helping to improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity for all stakeholders will be presented. From software to hardware, this session will showcase and debate where the industry is headed and what needs to be done to get everyone to the same point on their digital journey.

Sponsored by 
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 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

How Technology is Truly Changing the Game in the Project Cargo Industry

Hear from companies at the forefront of the digital revolution discussing the ways they are changing the game through technology in the breakbulk industry. Real life use cases of how different parts of the supply chain are benefitting from becoming more digital and how it is helping to improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity for all stakeholders will be presented. From software to hardware, this session will showcase and debate where the industry is headed and what needs to be done to get everyone to the same point on their digital journey.

Sponsored by 
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Moderators

Dharmendra Gangrade
Head, Logistics Management Center , Larsen & Toubro Limited

Speakers

Cynthia Worley
VP of Strategic Accounts , SEDNA
Darren Shelton
Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer , Fuel Trust
Keith Settle
Chief Executive Officer , Oxbo Mega Transport Solutions
Matthew Costello
CEO , Voyager Portal

Explore

28 September

16:30 - 16:30

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/28/2022 16:30 09/28/2022 16:30 Close Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Close

29 September

10:30 - 11:20

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 10:30 09/29/2022 11:20 Driving Toward a Manufacturing Renaissance Since climbing off the barstool at Cheers over a decade ago, John has become Hollywood’s most outspoken advocate for manufacturing, skilled labor and the companies that are the foundation of our great country, detailing the crushing regulations on American enterprise and the fact that we are running out of skilled tradesman to fill the hundreds of thousands of available skilled trades jobs in America.

He is an author, entrepreneur, philanthropist and activist – all while remaining true to his blue-collar roots. Join John in the Main Stage for his opening address at Breakbulk Americas on Thursday morning.
  Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Driving Toward a Manufacturing Renaissance

Since climbing off the barstool at Cheers over a decade ago, John has become Hollywood’s most outspoken advocate for manufacturing, skilled labor and the companies that are the foundation of our great country, detailing the crushing regulations on American enterprise and the fact that we are running out of skilled tradesman to fill the hundreds of thousands of available skilled trades jobs in America.

He is an author, entrepreneur, philanthropist and activist – all while remaining true to his blue-collar roots. Join John in the Main Stage for his opening address at Breakbulk Americas on Thursday morning.
 

Speakers

John Ratzenberger
Screenwriter, Director, Producer and Multi-Emmy-Nominated Actor

Explore

29 September

11:30 - 12:15

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 11:30 09/29/2022 12:15 Power Generation in Latin America: Regional Spotlight

Latin America is certainly a region of opportunity when it comes to projects, specifically power generation. There is no question that the demand is there and power generation is a key development area for this region looking into the future, in particular clean energy. Since 2008, there have been several low carbon pilot projects taking place in Argentina, Costa Rica and Chile and the region is set to play a prominent role in green hydrogen development. This session will look at the current project landscape when it comes to power generation, what the project pipeline looks like, where infrastructure will be needed and where the main opportunities are for the project cargo industry over the coming years.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Power Generation in Latin America: Regional Spotlight

Latin America is certainly a region of opportunity when it comes to projects, specifically power generation. There is no question that the demand is there and power generation is a key development area for this region looking into the future, in particular clean energy. Since 2008, there have been several low carbon pilot projects taking place in Argentina, Costa Rica and Chile and the region is set to play a prominent role in green hydrogen development. This session will look at the current project landscape when it comes to power generation, what the project pipeline looks like, where infrastructure will be needed and where the main opportunities are for the project cargo industry over the coming years.

Moderators

Rafael de los Santos
CEO , Tradelossa

Speakers

Ignacio Benedetti
Regional Director – West Coast Latam , UTC Overseas, Inc.
Luis Carvajal
General Manager , Mammoet Colombia
Miguel Pérez
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) , SAPCO

Explore

29 September

12:25 - 12:45

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 12:25 09/29/2022 12:45 Standardising Carbon Emission Reporting in the Breakbulk Industry: Presenting the Plan

This session will present the work that has already been done by a cross section of the industry, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre in developing a standard for reporting carbon emissions of cargo movements for the breakbulk sector. Following the success of a similar standard developed for the container sector, it is a key time to come together and formulate one clear way to report on emissions for efficiency across the board. Join this session to hear the thoughts of the industry so far, and have your say in how this should be taken forward before it is too late.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Standardising Carbon Emission Reporting in the Breakbulk Industry: Presenting the Plan

This session will present the work that has already been done by a cross section of the industry, in collaboration with Smart Freight Centre in developing a standard for reporting carbon emissions of cargo movements for the breakbulk sector. Following the success of a similar standard developed for the container sector, it is a key time to come together and formulate one clear way to report on emissions for efficiency across the board. Join this session to hear the thoughts of the industry so far, and have your say in how this should be taken forward before it is too late.

Speakers

Rickard Lindstroem
Program Manager- Clean Cargo , Smart Freight Centre
Stephen Spoljaric
Corporate Manager of Global Logistics , Bechtel Corporation

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29 September

12:50 - 13:30

Breakbulk Main Stage

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 12:50 09/29/2022 13:30 Talent Gap and Future of Work

The breakbulk industry continues to suffer from a growing talent gap, which was exaggerated by the challenges of the recent pandemic. It is cited by many across the industry as being one of the biggest challenges they are facing, so it is key to understand why it exists, and what we can do to overcome it. This panel will bring together both new recruits and industry veterans who will discuss their thoughts on this topic, from new ways of working to salary expectations, hopefully we find the key to ensuring the best talent joins the industry for it to continue reaching its potential in the future.

 Breakbulk Main Stage America/Detroit

Breakbulk Main Stage

Talent Gap and Future of Work

The breakbulk industry continues to suffer from a growing talent gap, which was exaggerated by the challenges of the recent pandemic. It is cited by many across the industry as being one of the biggest challenges they are facing, so it is key to understand why it exists, and what we can do to overcome it. This panel will bring together both new recruits and industry veterans who will discuss their thoughts on this topic, from new ways of working to salary expectations, hopefully we find the key to ensuring the best talent joins the industry for it to continue reaching its potential in the future.

Moderators

John Hark
Adjunct Professor, Texas A&M , Regional Director, Bertling Logistics

Speakers

Itoro Ibanga
Logistics Specialist - Americas Procurement Center , Air Liquide
Jacquie Young-Hall
Maritime Education Outreach Manager , Port Houston
Kasey Eckstein
Founder & Executive Director, WIMOs , President, Eckstein Trade & Transport

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Jerry Nagel Education Day

29 September

08:00 - 08:30

3rd Floor, Room 361

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 08:00 09/29/2022 08:30 Welcome Breakfast Education Day will start with a complementary networking breakfast, giving students a chance to settle in and network with our session speakers. 3rd Floor, Room 361 America/Detroit

Education Day

Welcome Breakfast

Education Day will start with a complementary networking breakfast, giving students a chance to settle in and network with our session speakers.

29 September

08:30 - 09:30

3rd Floor, Room 361

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 08:30 09/29/2022 09:30 Empowering the Next Generation of Breakbulk Professionals Why Breakbulk? This this the key question that will be discussed on this panel. Our esteemed experts will share their experiences of cultivating a career within the industry, what it takes to succeed, and why breakbulk is such an important and interesting industry to start a career in.  From a variety of different educational and cultural backgrounds, all aspects of career growth and empowerment within breakbulk and the wider project cargo industry will be discussed  3rd Floor, Room 361 America/Detroit

Education Day

Empowering the Next Generation of Breakbulk Professionals

Why Breakbulk? This this the key question that will be discussed on this panel. Our esteemed experts will share their experiences of cultivating a career within the industry, what it takes to succeed, and why breakbulk is such an important and interesting industry to start a career in.  From a variety of different educational and cultural backgrounds, all aspects of career growth and empowerment within breakbulk and the wider project cargo industry will be discussed 

Moderators

Jake Swanson
Regional Vice President- Americas Operations , DHL Global Forwarding – Industrial Projects

Speakers

Dennis Mottola
Global Logistics Consultant
Phillip Brown
Vice President Projects , Jumbo- SAL -Alliance
Salma Ghazal
Supply Chain and Logistics , Bechtel Global Logistics
Vinit Pednekar
Supply Chain Manager , Schlumberger

Explore

29 September

09:30 - 10:00

3rd Floor, Room 361

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 09:30 09/29/2022 10:00 Breakbulk Project Case Study A project movement takes planning, cooperation, and successful execution to have a successful result.  Our speaker will discuss the project management process demonstrating how a project is accomplished, along with the problems and solutions along the way to demonstrate what working in the industry looks like in practice. 

  3rd Floor, Room 361 America/Detroit

Education Day

Breakbulk Project Case Study

A project movement takes planning, cooperation, and successful execution to have a successful result.  Our speaker will discuss the project management process demonstrating how a project is accomplished, along with the problems and solutions along the way to demonstrate what working in the industry looks like in practice. 

 

Speakers

Tania Smith
Project Logistics Manager , S&B Engineers and Constructors

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29 September

10:00 - 10:45

3rd Floor, Room 361

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 10:00 09/29/2022 10:45 Graduate Opportunities This session will bring various key stakeholders within the community together to show the amazing graduate opportunities that are available to students. Students will learn what opportunities are available to them, what it takes to be successful within a graduate programme, and what a career in the industry can offer them, both in the short and long term. 3rd Floor, Room 361 America/Detroit

Education Day

Graduate Opportunities

This session will bring various key stakeholders within the community together to show the amazing graduate opportunities that are available to students. Students will learn what opportunities are available to them, what it takes to be successful within a graduate programme, and what a career in the industry can offer them, both in the short and long term.

Moderators

Margaret Kidd
Programme Director, Supply Chain Logistics , University of Houston

Speakers

Dennis M. Devlin
Senior Director Strategic Programs , A.P. Moller - Maersk
John Hark
Adjunct Professor, Texas A&M , Regional Director, Bertling Logistics
Jolie Cosman
Director of Solution Design and Process Implementation , 4D Supply Chain Consulting
Sammy Parker
Logistics Estimating Manager , Bechtel

Explore

29 September

10:45 - 11:00

3rd Floor, Room 361

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 10:45 09/29/2022 11:00 Networking Break 3rd Floor, Room 361 America/Detroit

Education Day

Networking Break

29 September

11:00 - 12:30

3rd Floor, Room 361

Add to calendar 09/29/2022 11:00 09/29/2022 12:30 Education Day Guided Tours Following the morning sessions, Education Day attendees are invited to join the Greg Gowans Guided Tours of the exhibition floor led by members of the Exporters Competitive Maritime Council (ECMC).
 3rd Floor, Room 361 America/Detroit

Education Day

Education Day Guided Tours

Following the morning sessions, Education Day attendees are invited to join the Greg Gowans Guided Tours of the exhibition floor led by members of the Exporters Competitive Maritime Council (ECMC).


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