The Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) 2023, the annual flagship event for logistics and supply chain industry, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), returns to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on 21 and 22 November. In his latest Policy Address, HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee proposed measures to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international maritime centre and aviation hub.

This year's conference, themed Future-proofing Supply Chains: Diversification · Decarbonisation · Digitalisation, will focus on adopting diverse strategies to address global trade changes and uncertainties, promoting carbon reduction, facilitating sustainable development and globally showcasing Hong Kong’s advantages. Digitalisation will also emerge as a key supply chain management trend and industry experts will share insights on accelerating business development through digital transformation.

Prominent industry leaders will gather at ALMAC, with representatives from industry giants such as CMA CGM, Dell, DHL, FedEx, UPS and JD Logistics.  They will share insights on five key thematic areas – 1) global trade outlook and supply chain trends, 2) supply chain diversification, 3) connectivity and collaboration driving trade development, 4) sustainability, and 5) innovation and technology. 

Dr Patrick Lau, Deputy Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), says: “With the Government's new Policy Address announcing a number of initiatives to promote Hong Kong's logistics industry by sea, land and air, and the launch of the Action Plan on Modern Logistics Development, the ALMAC is a timely event to help the industry explore new opportunities and develop co-operation.  This year's conference will be attended by a strong line-up of invited guests.   Fu Xuyin, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Transport of the People's Republic of China, will deliver a keynote address at the conference on the first day (21 November).  Many international giants in the logistics, shipping and air freight industries will discuss the latest hot topics and share their insights with the industry. Three new workshops will be staged, where industry practitioners will share practical tips on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), E-Commerce and Youth Empowerment to promote comprehensive development of the logistics industry.” 

The Government's newly released Action Plan on Modern Logistics Development outlines five major directions for Hong Kong's logistics industry development – intelligence, modernisation, greening and sustainability, internationalisation and facilitation – with a view to realising long-term development of the industry and enhancing its competitiveness, helping companies grasp opportunities and enhance competitiveness and sustainable development.

Echoing the ALMAC 2023 theme, conference sessions will focus on business opportunities and development in these focal areas:

• Driving business growth and strengthening regional collaboration
• Promoting green logistics and carbon reduction strategies
• Digitalisation and technologies drive smart logistics development

Three new workshops will also debut this year providing practical tips and strategies for participants, covering regulatory developments, investment practices and practical techniques for measuring and reporting ESG and circular economy indicators; content strategies, marketing tactics, product distribution, user experience and customer service strategies in e-commerce; and youth empowerment to enhance relevant skills crucial for the industry.

ALMAC will also feature about 100 exhibitors, including the inaugural Logtech Salon showcasing robots, AI and data systems.  This exhibition aims to provide insights into technological developments and applications.

Members of the media wishing to interview speakers can email interview requests to molisalau@raconteur.hk or betsytse@raconteur.hk by 17 November 2023.  For the latest programme and speaker list, please visit: https://www.almac.hk/main/en/.  

About HKTDC

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade.  With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub.  The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: http://www.hktdc.com/aboutus.