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Supply Chain Conferences: The Best Logistics and Supply Chain Events in 2026

Stefan Deeran
December 5, 2025

AI-powered insights on attendees and sponsors of 250,000+ B2B events

Supply chains continue to evolve in 2026. Global sourcing, automation, emission standards, manufacturing cost shifts, artificial intelligence, and talent shortages remain top priorities for logistics and procurement teams.

Supply chain conferences give leaders and practitioners access to current systems, new partners, and supplier models that support flexibility, accuracy, and cost control.

Supply chain events in 2026 provide:

Insight into emerging supply trends
Updates on border policy, trade regulations, and manufacturing risk
Sessions on inventory accuracy, route optimization, and production forecasting
Supplier and technology matchmaking
Growth opportunities with OEMs, logistics providers, and software vendors
Benchmark data for freight, planning, warehousing, and fulfillment

Hybrid, in-person, and buyer-supplier formats remain available, although in-person events dominate strategic networking and deal outcomes.

This guide highlights the event formats to expect in 2026 and how to prepare to get measurable value from each one.

Types of Supply Chain Conferences

Executive Supply Chain Forums

These events target strategic logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and distribution decisions.

Keynotes on AI visibility, port congestion mitigation, and sourcing resilience
Scenario planning for labor constraints, nearshoring, and inventory reliability
Leadership roundtables for strategic supplier conversations

Logistics and Supply Chain Expos

Exhibitions showcase tools that support warehouse throughput, network planning, and movement accuracy.

Live demonstrations of WMS, TMS, RFID upgrades, and freight automation
New robotics, scanning systems, and yard visibility platforms
Vendor meetings that move directly into budget planning conversations

Tactical Workshops

Workshops emphasize applied skills for hands-on practitioners.

Forecast tuning, network modeling, and risk scoring
SKU optimization and supplier performance measurement
Certifications focused on planning, cargo handling, cold chain, and regulatory compliance

Specialized Sector Conferences

Focused tracks remain strong in 2026.

Food safety, cold chain compliance, retail demand swings
Semiconductor, automotive, aerospace, and medical device sourcing
Category-specific visibility sessions for sustainability and traceability standards

How to Select the Right 2026 Supply Chain Events

Use clear selection rules before committing travel budget or team capacity.

Confirm alignment with strategic goals
Review who attends rather than relying only on speaker lists
Validate sponsor density in your category

Compare against active RFP cycles, partner search windows, and inventory planning seasons

Supply Chain Event Strategy in 2026

Showing up is no longer enough. Pricing transparency, vendor consolidation, and compressed planning timelines require accurate targeting.

Define Your Intent

Clarify if your priority is supplier discovery, logistics benchmarking, software evaluation, or market entry.

Build One Message

Create a clear value statement that can be shared in 15 seconds or less.

Prioritize Relationship Meetings

Walk-up networking produces limited pipeline in supply chain and logistics. Pre-scheduled conversations determine outcomes.

Use Confirmed Attendee Intelligence

Rely on event data to identify sourcing contacts, regional carriers, CTOs, and inventory leaders before travel commitments.

Event Intelligence with Vendelux

Supply chain events run on precision. Without clear attendee data, teams end up in scattered conversations that never connect to pipeline goals. Vendelux fixes this by showing exactly who will be in the room and helping teams secure meetings before badges are printed.

Vendelux Meetings and attendee intelligence support:

Confirmed attendee profiles that match your ICP
Filters for OEMs, carriers, integrators, and logistics platforms
Direct outreach and pre-booked meetings instead of on-site guessing
Target lists that convert walk-through time into scheduled conversations

With clear buyer and partner visibility, your team arrives with a full meeting calendar and a defined list of ICP accounts to prioritize. This replaces chance encounters with structured conversations that move supplier evaluations, technology decisions, and partnership deals forward.

Planning for 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

Internal alignment is the difference between showing up and producing revenue outcomes.

Recommended Planning Steps

Use confirmed attendee intelligence
Add each event to a shared visual calendar
Set specific meeting and partner goals per event
Define handoff rules between marketing and sales
Track outcomes in one pipeline, not separate spreadsheets
Conduct post-event review within seven days

Budget and Team Structure

Centralize notes and contacts immediately after the event

Budget for both attendance and pre-event outreach

Allocate time for meeting setup and follow up

Best Supply Chain Conferences to Attend in 2026

2026 promises numerous exciting supply chain events, covering topics like resilient supply chain strategies, supply chain profitability, and the latest in logistics technology.

Here are a list of the best upcoming supply chain conferences:

January 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

February 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

World Digital Procurement Summit 2026
Feb 12, 2026, Hotel Riu Plaza | Berlin, Germany
A global procurement transformation summit focused on digital buying models, sourcing system upgrades, and supplier risk control. Attendees explore automation in procurement workflow, AI vendor evaluation, and next-generation sourcing frameworks.
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CLDA Final Mile Forum 2026
Feb 18, 2026, Austin Marriott Downtown | Austin, United States
A final mile and parcel delivery forum concentrating on driver capacity, route density, delivery economics, and carrier partnerships. Executives compare last-mile visibility tools and explore delivery innovation shaping urban and regional logistics.
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TCU Graduate Supply Chain Case Competition 2026
Feb 19, 2026, Venue TBA | City TBA, Country TBA
A graduate-level supply chain problem solving competition featuring network modeling, planning accuracy exercises, and supplier risk response frameworks. Teams compete using live supply scenarios judged by logistics and procurement leaders.
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March 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

Distribution Management Conference and Expo 2026
Mar 8, 2026, JW Marriott Austin | Austin, United States
A distribution and channel operations event focused on order flow, inventory accuracy, and service performance. Attendees explore new tools and strategies for warehouse efficiency, last mile quality, and trade partner collaboration.
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Southwest Association of Rail Shippers Annual Meeting 2026
Mar 16, 2026, Marriott Marquis | Houston, United States
A rail-centric meeting for shippers, carriers, and logistics providers who depend on freight rail networks. Sessions cover capacity, pricing, safety, and intermodal connections across North American rail corridors.
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Americas Procurement Congress 2026
Mar 24, 2026, The Roosevelt | New Orleans, United States
A senior procurement leadership congress focusing on category strategy, supplier risk, and digital procurement roadmaps. CPOs and procurement heads share playbooks for value creation, governance, and ESG alignment.
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SCOPE Procurement Summit Spring US 2026
Mar 29, 2026, Sheraton Phoenix Downtown | Phoenix, United States
A hosted summit that matches procurement leaders with technology and service providers. The agenda blends boardroom sessions, one to one meetings, and case studies on digital sourcing and supplier performance.
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April 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

MODEX 2026
Apr 13, 2026, Georgia World Congress Center | Atlanta, United States
A major supply chain and material handling show featuring warehouse automation, robotics, and fulfillment technology. Operations leaders and solution providers connect on projects that improve throughput and accuracy.
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Procurement & Supply Chain Live US 2026
Apr 22, 2026, Venue TBA | Chicago, United States
A hybrid-style event focused on procurement digitization, supply chain resilience, and sustainable operations. Speakers share practical playbooks for AI, analytics, and supplier collaboration across complex networks.
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ISM World Annual Conference 2026
Apr 26, 2026, Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center | Denver, United States
A flagship conference for supply management professionals covering sourcing, contracts, and supplier innovation. Tracks span risk, ESG, digital tools, and career development for procurement and supply teams.
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Total Supply Chain Summit London 2026
Apr 28, 2026, Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted | London, United Kingdom
A focused summit that connects supply chain leaders with logistics, software, and consulting partners. One to one meetings and seminars look at planning, transportation, and warehouse improvement projects.
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May 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo Orlando 2026
May 4, 2026, Walt Disney World Swan | Lake Buena Vista, United States
A global leadership event for CSCOs and senior supply chain executives. Sessions cover strategy, talent, planning, resilience, and technology roadmaps for complex, multi-region supply chains.
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Coupa Inspire Americas 2026
May 11, 2026, Aria Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, United States
A spend management and procurement transformation conference focused on business spend, supply chain visibility, and risk analytics. Customers and partners share stories on platform adoption and measurable outcomes.
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TUG Connects 2026
May 18, 2026, Omni Nashville Hotel | Nashville, United States
A user conference for Infor Distribution and related ERP communities that manage distribution and supply operations. Attendees dive into product training, integrations, and process improvements tied to their ERP stack.
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Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo Barcelona 2026
May 18, 2026, International Barcelona Convention Center | Barcelona, Spain
The European edition of Gartner’s supply chain leadership gathering. Regional and global leaders discuss strategy, planning models, sustainability, and advanced analytics for EMEA supply networks.
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World Procurement Congress 2026
May 20, 2026, Intercontinental London – The O2 | London, United Kingdom
A high-level congress for global procurement and sourcing leaders. The program covers digital operating models, supplier innovation, and future skills for procurement organizations.
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June 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

DPW NYC 2026
Jun 3, 2026, ZeroSpace Brooklyn | New York, United States
A procurement and supply chain innovation event centered on startups, venture trends, and enterprise adoption. Attendees explore new SaaS, AI tools, and ecosystem partners that modernize procurement and supply operations.
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Supply Chain & Logistics Innovation Summit 2026
Jun 4, 2026, Hotel Novotel Amsterdam City | Amsterdam, Netherlands
A summit focused on next generation logistics, planning, and sustainability. Sessions highlight automation, analytics, and greener operations across warehousing, transport, and fulfillment.
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GS1 Connect 2026
Jun 9, 2026, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas | Las Vegas, United States
A GS1 standards and collaboration forum for retailers, brands, and logistics partners. Topics include barcoding, data standards, traceability, and omnichannel supply chain visibility.
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REPUBLIK HA LES TROPHÉES DES ACHATS 2026
Jun 22, 2026, Mogador Theater | Paris, France
An awards and networking event that celebrates purchasing and procurement achievements. Leaders gather to recognize standout projects, share practices, and connect with peers in the French procurement community.
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Procurement Summit Hamburg 2026
Jun 24, 2026, Burgerlich Gänsemarkt | Hamburg, Germany
A German procurement and supply summit with a strong focus on digital tools and sustainability. Buyers, suppliers, and technology vendors discuss category strategies, ESG goals, and process automation.
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July 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

Gartner Supply Chain Leaders Forum 2026
Jul 19, 2026, Fairmont Windsor Park | Windsor, United Kingdom
An intimate forum for top supply chain leaders focused on strategy design, leadership development, and peer exchange. Attendees work through case discussions and small-group sessions tailored to C-suite priorities.
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August 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

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September 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

SIG ONE-DAY New York 2026
Sep 17, 2026, Venue TBA | New York, United States
A one day event for sourcing and procurement leaders that blends keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking. The program highlights third party risk, cost management, and digital sourcing tactics.
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North American Supply Chain Executive Summit 2026
Sep 21, 2026, The Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa | Las Vegas, United States
A senior executive summit for leaders across planning, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. The agenda covers resilience, talent, customer service, and technology investments across North American networks.
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CHAINge North America 2026
Sep 29, 2026, Venue TBA | Long Beach, United States
A supply chain transformation event with a focus on innovation, collaboration, and regional logistics. Attendees explore new models for port operations, nearshoring, and technology adoption.
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October 2026 Supply Chain Conferences

BVL Supply Chain CX 2026
Oct 21, 2026, Estrel Berlin | Berlin, Germany
A conference from BVL that connects supply chain performance with customer experience. Topics include service levels, delivery reliability, data transparency, and collaboration across logistics partners.
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November 2026 Supply Chain Conferences