Logichem 2015 (past event)
21 - 23 April, 2015
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Hans-Robert Schmidt
Vice President, Head of Global Logistics Management
Lanxess
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Sunday, September 4th, 2016
15:50 INDUSTRY INSIGHT PANEL: Assessing the relative effectiveness of multi-modal transport methods in the chemical industry
This panel will detail and compare their own experiences with a view to the comparison of approaches and lessons learnt across industry.
Discussion points to include:
- Is there a one size fits all approach? Examine the different requirements and logistics drivers from across the chemicals industry
- Define the optimal combination of multiple transport modes in order to reduce lead times, keep inventory costs down and increase environmental sustainability
- Does Europe have the infrastructure to cope with multimodal transport lanes?
- How can we shorten the distance that empty trucks are driving to reduce CO2 emissions?
- How can we capitalise on opportunities in short sea logistics to reduce shipping costs?