Logistics and Supply Chain week 2025

We are proud to host our annual Logistics and Supply Chain Week 2025 from 3 to 6 March 2025 at the Kedleston Road campus.

The events of the week will bring together students, academics, and industry professionals to explore the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the logistics and supply chain sectors.

The week promises to be a hub of knowledge exchange, networking, and collaborative opportunities, with a focus on preparing the next generation of logistics professionals, and fostering partnerships between academia and industry.

If you have any questions, please contact Logistics and Supply Chain Week 2025 organiser, Pouria Liravi via email p.liravi@derby.ac.uk.

Workshops and panel discussions

Workshops and panel discussions will be held throughout the week, featuring experts from both the academic and business worlds. These sessions will address topics such as supply chain sustainability, digital innovations, global logistics trends, and the role of technology in transforming the sector.

Participants will gain valuable insights into emerging industry challenges and opportunities.

More information will be available soon.

Round Table with Industry Leaders

Thursday 6 March

A special round table event will be held on Thursday 6 March, bringing together leading logistics and supply chain companies to engage in meaningful discussions with students and academics.

This is a unique opportunity for participants to directly interact with decision-makers, share their ideas, and explore collaborative ventures.

Conference and Networking Reception

Thursday 6 March, 5pm – 8pm

The culmination of the week will be the conference on the evening of Thursday 6 March. The theme for the conference will be Data Futures for Logistics and Supply Chains. Esteemed speakers from the logistics and supply chain sectors will share their perspectives on the future of the industry, with topics including automation, freight transport decarbonisation, and logistics innovations.

The conference will be followed by a networking reception, allowing participants to build connections with professionals and potential employers.

Book your place at the Conference and Networking Reception

Opportunities for students

Students will have opportunities to engage with leading companies, explore placement and employment prospects, and deepen their understanding of the logistics field.

The events will also allow students to showcase their skills and knowledge, making them an ideal platform for career development.

Industry collaboration

Logistics and Supply Chain week 2025 is designed to strengthen the University's ties with the logistics sector. By inviting industry leaders and experts to share their experiences and insights, the University aims to foster long-term collaborations, create new research opportunities, and ensure that its programmes are aligned with the evolving needs of the industry.

Logistics and Supply Chain week 2025 will serve as a dynamic platform to bring together academia and industry, equipping students with the tools and networks they need to excel in the logistics sector while contributing to the growth and innovation of the industry.