Agenda 2025, Day 2

08:00

Conference open for registration, networking and refreshments

Re-group and re-fuel for day two with some early morning refreshments, and kick start the conversation with new-found colleagues and connections.

09:00

Main Stage - Keynote & panel
Accelerating the digital supply chain revolution in Mexico

Real-time visibility, data analytics and connected logistics systems have the potential to transform Mexico’s automotive supply chain, improving transparency across networks and control towers, accelerating decision making, reducing waste and moving the dial from reactive towards predictive management. In this session, understand how logistics organisations are digitalising processes to mitigate capacity shortages, manage disruptions and support better collaboration across supply chain stakeholders.

Raúl Gamboa
Head of Logistics, Production Control and Production Systems
BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosí

Daryl Knight
Chief Commercial Officer
ProTrans

Brandon Kennedy
Global Managing Director, High-Tech & Industrials
Airspace

Moderator:
Christopher Ludwig

Chief Content Officer
Automotive Logistics & Ultima Media

09:45

Main Stage - Panel
Future focus: Keeping launches on track for green, electric and connected supply chains

Learn how Mexico’s carmakers, suppliers and providers are gearing up for fast-paced new model launches, including hybrids and EVs, with insights on improving supplier readiness, logistics planning with partners, localising supply chains and investing in EV equipment and infrastructure for the next generation of vehicles.

Javier Valadez
Director of Operations
PACCAR Mexico

Juan Cerdeira
CEO
SEV Mexico

Christian Moser
Global Solution Manager e-mobility
DB Schenker

David D'Annunzio
Global Vicepresident, Vertical Lead - Automotive
DP World

Moderator:
Richard Logan

Senior Conference Producer
Automotive Logistics

10:30

Networking, meetings and exhibition

11:15

Main Stage - Panel
Smooth operators: Developing seamless parts flows at the border

With demand for cross-border and land-bridge services on the rise across road, rail and sea, our panel of experts explore how manufacturers, logistics providers and border agencies are working to improve international parts flows and investing in facilities, fleets, technology and partnerships.

Hugo Villicaña
Transportation Manager
Brose North America

Jesús Ojeda
EVP, Mexico
Uber Freight

Jesús Osuna
Road Freight Regional Director for Americas
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics

Moderator:
Richard Logan

Senior Conference Producer
Automotive Logistics

Breakout - Workshop
Talking talent: Logistics leaders and student forum

Bridging the gap between logistics leaders and the next generation of talent, this forum will connect students, professionals and academics for an open exchange on leadership, career advice, employment aspirations and ideas to shape the future of automotive logistics.

Roxana Castro
Manager of Transport Steering
BMW Group Plant San Luis Potosí

Ricardo Ortega Márquez
Senior Manager, Purchasing, Customs and Logistics
KIA México

Ruben Lopez Cha
Production Control & Supply Chain Group Manager
Toyota Motor Manufacturing

12:00

Main Stage - Panel
Beyond transactions: Creating win-win partnerships for a competitive supply chain

Discover how logistics and supply chain managers are leveraging partnerships to navigate complexity and uncertainty, enhance Mexico’s nearshoring potential, and drive investment in infrastructure and services for a competitive edge.

Mónica García
Director of Global Procurement and Supply Chain
General Motors Mexico

Dayan León
Deputy Director, Parts Logistics
Nissan Mexicana

Erick Reynoso
Director Operations, Mexico
Penske Logistics

Julie Luna
Chief Commercial Officer
Jack Cooper México

Moderator:
Christopher Ludwig

Chief Content Officer
Automotive Logistics & Ultima Media

12:45

Lunch & networking

Hosted by:

Lunch & networking
14:00

Main Stage - Logistics for life! Recruiting, upskilling and retaining Mexico’s talent

One of Mexico’s greatest advantages in nearshoring is its creative and industrious workforce. That is why leading automotive manufacturing and logistics companies are prioritising empowering employees, including upskilling for the digital age, ensuring the industry remains attractive and competitive for new talent, as well as preparing logistics talent to be the leaders and entrepreneurs of the future. Hear from established and upcoming supply chain experts on how the industry can best nurture its greatest talent assets.

Ricardo Ortega Márquez
Senior Manager, Purchasing, Customs and Logistics
KIA México

Ruben Lopez Cha
Production Control & Supply Chain Group Manager
Toyota Motor Manufacturing

Javier Valadez
Director of Operations
PACCAR Mexico

Moderator:
Christopher Ludwig

Chief Content Officer
Automotive Logistics & Ultima Media

15:30

End of Day 2 and conference close