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Detailed Programme

Theme: “Intermodality as the Key to Further Progress in European Logistics”


Pre event


2 September 2025

18:30–20:30

Welcome Cocktail - OREA Hotel Pyramida


DAY 1


3 September 2025

08:30–09:00

  1.  Arrival of delegates and Networking
  2.  Visit of the exhibition area

09:00–10:30

OPENING SESSION

  1. Introduction by representative of Local Transport Ministries - Václav Bernard, Vice-Minister of Transportation 
  2. Remarks by Turgut Erkeskin, FIATA President 
  3. Remarks by Vit Votroubek, President of SSL
  4. Remarks by Antonella Straulino, FIATA REU Chair
  5. TBC
  6. Photo session

Recognition of sponsors and photo session

10:30–11:00

Official Opening of the Exhibition by the Master of the Ceremony – Petr Rožek, SSL Executive Director and FIATA WG Road Chair

11:00–11:30

Networking Tea/Coffee and visit the Exhibitions

11:30–12:45

SESSION ONE (1)

High-Level Panel 1: Global Economic Outlook and Impacts on Regional Transport Developments – Unlocking Growth through Intermodality

Description: In an uncertain global environment, explore global and regional transport and logistics trends and the potential of intermodal solutions.

Key Topics: 

  • Global Economy roller-coaster development, the decisive key elements influencing both the short-term as well as strategic view of future
  • Isolationism or Cooperation?
  • Impact on the Transport industry and the ways to cope with

Panellists:

  • Zdeněk Dušek, Ernst + Young
  • TBC
  • Turgut Erkeskin, FIATA President
  • TBC
  • Roel Janssens, Secretary to the Working Party on Transport Trends and Economics, UNECE

Moderator: TBC

12:45–14:00

Networking Lunch and visit the Exhibition

14:00–14:15

Sponsors platform time

14:15–15:45

SESSION TWO (2)

Panel Discussion 2: Advancing Regional Transport Potential – Global Best Practices for Seamless Intermodal Transport

Description: Efficient coordination between transport modes—road, rail, and maritime—is central to achieving seamless and competitive intermodal logistics. This session will explore how each mode contributes to the resilience, sustainability, and cost-efficiency of European supply chains, and how freight forwarders can leverage modal strengths for smarter logistics planning. With insights from leading operators, the discussion will highlight practical approaches to enhancing multimodal service integration, addressing mode-specific challenges, and improving end-to-end cargo flows.

Key Topics:

  • Strengths and synergies of road, rail, and maritime transport in intermodal supply chains
  • Modal choice and optimisation strategies from a freight forwarder’s perspective
  • Case studies from industry leaders on improving service reliability and flexibility

Panellists:

  • Michaela Svrčková, Medlog
  • Martin Koubek, Metrans
  • John Boelts, Chief of Transport Division DTIHK,Hartrodt 
  • Guineng Chen, Team Lead – Research Centre, International Transport Forum at the OECD 

Moderator: Petr Rožek, SSL Executive Director and FIATA WG Road Chair

15:45–16:00

Networking Tea/Coffee and visit to the Exhibitions

16:00–17:30

SESSION THREE (3)

Panel Discussion 3: Greener Freight Future and the Role of Waterways in Multimodal Logistics Systems

Description: Exploring criteria for the use of inland and sea waterways in logistics. As the European Union advances its Green Deal and modal shift objectives, inland and maritime waterways offer a sustainable and underutilised logistics solution. This panel will explore the strategic relevance of the Danube and Rhine corridors within multimodal supply chains, including infrastructure readiness, integration with rail and road networks, and environmental benefits. Speakers will share insights on revitalising river transport, enhancing port interconnectivity, and growing regulatory, sustainability and operational challenges to unlock the full potential of regional transportation.

Key Topics:

  • Port connectivity and transshipment between water, rail, and road
  • Strategic role of Danube and Rhine corridors in European freight policy
  • Environmental considerations and challenges

Panellists

  • Mehmet Yavuz Kankavi, Managing Director, Bertan Logistics Industry and Foreign Trade Ltd.
  • Jens Schwanen, CEO, Bundesverband der Deutschen Binnenschifffahrt (BDB)
  • Cedric Virciglio, HAROPA, Head of International Affairs - Europe & prospective
  • TBC

ModeratorJoachim Sprenger

17:30–18:00

Networking B2B meetings and visit to the Exhibitions


DAY 2


4 September 2025

08:30–09:00

Arrival of Participants and Networking

Visit to the Exhibition

09:00–09:30

Keynote Address: Legal Outlook: Regulatory Challenges globally and in Europe

Speaker: Alice Kubová Bártková, Rödl & Partner (Branch CZ) 

Comparative insights

Exchange with participants

09:30–10:30

SESSION FOUR (4)

Panel Discussion 4: Regional Connectivity and Smarter Border Controls – Enabling a Seamless Flow of Goods in Europe

Description: Border efficiency has become a critical enabler of seamless freight movement. This session will explore how digital cargo systems, data interoperability, and trusted trade frameworks can enhance the performance of borders while maintaining compliance and security. With insights from the air cargo sector and customs expertise, the panel will highlight how coordinated investment, harmonised procedures, and collaborative governance can reduce delays, lower costs, and foster more integrated supply chains.


Key Topics:

  • Regulatory fragmentation and its impact on transit times
  • Investment in digital infrastructure for cross-border cargo processing
  • Trusted trade programmes and pre-arrival data systems
  • Lessons from EU-funded regional connectivity projects

Panellists: TBC

  • Pavel Kuchynka, Celní správa
  • Matthew Nice, Global Program Manager at the International Narcotics Control Board
  • Andrew Farelly, CEO and Co-Founder, CT Strategies 
  • Dimitri Serafimoff, CLECAT President

Moderator: Tomas Arvidsson, FIATA REU Vice-Chair

10:30–11:00

Networking Tea/Coffee and visit the Exhibitions

11:00–12:30

SESSION FIVE (5)

Panel Discussion 5: Working Group Road: Transforming Road Freight through Technology and Innovation

Description: As the logistics industry evolves, technology and innovation play a crucial role in addressing inefficiencies, reducing costs, and improving supply chain resilience. This session will explore how digital solutions, innovations and regulatory reforms can enhance cargo movement, mitigate financial burdens, and streamline operations. he discussion will focus on the adoption of the electronic consignment note (eCMR), interoperability challenges, and opportunities for enhanced supply chain efficiency and security.

Key Topics:

  • Key role of road transportation within the actual disruption of time sensitive logistics
  • Any progress in adopting the digitized documents in road transportation, the eCMR Waybill attraction enhancement
  • CMR Convention – update needed?

Panellists

  • Cédric Oelhafen, Associate Director IS/IT, IRU 
  •  Petr Rožek, SSL Executive Director and FIATA WG Road Chair
  • Alessandro Barbiero, FIATA WG Road Delegate, FEDESPEDI (about the eCMR pilot) 
  • TBC

Moderator:  Mark Bromley, FIATA MTI Chair 

12:30–13:45

Networking Lunch

13:45–15:00

SESSION 
SIX (6)

Panel Discussion 6: Enchancing Air connectivity in the Era of Multimodal Logistic

Description:

  • Key role of air transportation within the actual disruption of time sensitive logistics
  • E-commerce = a challenge or threat to airfreight industry?
  • Digitization in airfreight as the model for other transport modes

Key Topics:

  • Optimising air connectivity and capacity in integrated transport networks
  • Improving cargo turnaround times and operational efficiency
  • The role of airfreight in e-commerce logistics and last-mile delivery
  • ULD management, safety and security considerations
  • Sustainable accounting in the aviation industry

Panellists

  • Francesco Bataglia, FIATA CASS
  • Andrea Schoen, Program Director, Smart Freight Centre 
  • Jozsef Kossuth, Cargo Director of Budapest Airport
  • Marek Ziemniewicz, CEO at Militzer & Münch Group Poland 
  • TBC

 Moderator:  Markus Muecke 
 

15:00–15:30

Networking Tea/Coffee, visit the Exhibitions

15:30–17:00 Official FIATA-Region Europe (REU) Association Members Gathering: “Advancing the global logistics industry through FIATA`s strategic activities” (open to all attendees)

17:00–17:30

Networking B2B meetings and visit the Exhibitions

17:30-19:00

FIATA High Level meeting with Presidents of the FIATA-REU Associations (closed meeting)

High Level Meeting with Presidents of FIATA Association Members.

19:30–02:00

GALA DINNER AND CLOSING CEREMONY – Pilsner Beer House, Prague


DAY 3


5 September 2025

09:00–17:00

Excursion day – Tours out of Prague (Prior registration required)

Last update on 19 July 2025.

The programme might be subject to necessary changes.

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