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Intermodal Europe 2010: Charting a course to industry growth
THE conference, exhibition and meeting platform for the
container transportation and logistics sector
The Intermodal Europe exhibition and conference returns to Amsterdam with a revitalised
new programme that will ensure a balanced focus on all areas of container logistics and
transport across road, rail and sea. Supported by the European Intermodal Association
(EIA) and hosted by the Port of Amsterdam, the 2010 event takes place from 30 November
– 2 December providing a buying, education and discussion forum for the industry
Philip Hunter, Event Director of Intermodal Europe 2010, commented: “Since the last
Intermodal Europe event, the economy has changed significantly. As we begin to see signs
that trade is picking up, I believe that now is the perfect time to offer industry executives a
meeting place to re-build and grow business again and Intermodal Europe 2010 will offer
such a platform.”
Intermodal Europe is the only forum which plays host to thousands of professionals from the
intermodal industry, and this year is no different with the exhibition floor featuring leading
exhibitors from around the globe.
Peter Wolters, Deputy Secretary General of the EIA, said: “We are delighted that
Intermodal Europe is returning this year. The event is the last opportunity of the year to find
solutions for running more efficient and profitable operations and explore new opportunities.
There are numerous untapped resources which could be released via co-operation with
other transport modes, new collaborative partnerships, bundling of freight flows, innovative
loading units, neutral data sharing single windows, even new intermodal e-learning
platforms. I will be recommending Intermodal Europe 2010 to our members as it provides
the perfect platform to learn and meet while sharing experiences regarding freight best
practices.”
Intermodal Europe will take place at the Amsterdam RAI, undoubtedly the most significant
conference and exhibition centre in the Netherlands. The Port of Amsterdam, as host port, is
one of the world’s key logistical hubs and one of Europe’s five biggest ports handling over
86 million metric tons of cargo annually.
Intermodal Conference: new decade, new world?
This year’s event will feature a series of free-to-attend conference sessions that will
explore a wide range of issues affecting the container, road, rail and maritime logistics
industries. During these exhibition-floor sessions, a host of high profile and respected
speakers will offer visitors a unique insight into the industry and allow them to take part in
debates shaping the future of intermodalism.
Philip Hunter added: “We are dedicated to providing the highest quality editorial content
possible and this year’s conference will feature presentations from some of the most
respected people from across the logistics sectors. The sessions will be free for visitors to
attend and will provide essential market information to allow executives to develop their
operations.”
Already confirmed for the Amsterdam show are some of the world’s leading shippers
including Chris Broadbent (European Logistics Development Director, Unilever Supply
Chain Company), Jacques Poulet (Head of Logistics, Nestlé Waters) and Frank Arendt
(Associate Director Western European Logistics Purchases, Procter & Gamble) debating the
real drivers and challenges for purchasers of transportation today and how container
logistics fit into that.
Wim Blomme (Intermodal Division Director, P&O Ferrymasters) will be discussing
sustainable and reliable intermodal and multimodal solutions throughout Europe; Søren Toft
(Vice President Maersk Line/Terminals Intermodal and Equipment) will look at the role that
shipping lines and container operators play in intermodalism and the vision for the future.
In addition, many speakers from all aspects of the intermodal industry are confirmed to take
part including Mats Nyblom (CEO, Hector Rail), Lord Berkley (President, European Rail
Freight Association) and Radu Marcovici (Transport and Integration Director, International
Rail Systems Romania). Representatives from the Ports of Rotterdam, Antwerp, Koper and
Göteborg will also be giving their expert insight into the future of the industry.
The conference sessions over the three-day show will be split into various streams including
the ‘Strategic Stream’ which will highlight the role of each sector within the industry and how
they can work together in order to maximise productivity as growth continues out of the
recession. The second area of study at this year’s show will be the ‘Operations Stream’,
highlighting how business models are changing to become more innovative and service led
and discussing the latest feedback from The European Commission’s Review ,
Consultations on Sustainable Transport Initiatives and The Future of Intermodalism. The
‘Special Focus Stream’ taking place will have a clear international outlook, studying
developments within Eastern Europe and Northern Africa. The spotlight will fall upon how
these areas are developing and how receptive the supply chain is to these new intermodal
gateways. In addition the European Intermodal Association (EIA) and International Tank
Container Organisation (ITCO) will be hosting a series of educational sessions for all visitors
to enjoy.
Intermodal Exhibition: show, see, discuss one-to-one
Alongside the conference, leading suppliers from across the intermodal industries will be
showcasing their latest innovations at the Intermodal Europe Exhibition. Dedicated
shipping container transport and logistics products and services, the exhibition is the perfect
place to source equipment, systems, technology and services. The exhibition will feature
companies operating in a range of sectors including container leasing, manufacturing and
equipment, container terminal operations, freight forwarders, inland waterway operations,
rail freight terminals, shipping lines, ports, logistics companies, IT software and systems and
short sea operations. New innovations that will be on show range from management
solution software through to hardware solutions for carriers such as Valspar’s new
Aquaguard, an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional, solvent-based coating
systems.
Langh Ship Cargo Solutions will also be presenting their new Hard Open Top Bulk Cradle
Container and the newly merged TydenBrooks Security Products Group will be on hand to
talk visitors though their comprehensive range of security seal solutions, including their C
TPAT compliant high security seal, which will all be presented in Europe for the first time.
Making its international debut at Intermodal Europe 2010, the new PrimeLINE container
refrigeration unit by Carrier Transicold will be on show so visitors can learn how it functions
to reduce environmental impact and how it can provide a lifecycle cost of up to 30 percent
lower than competitive units. Unique features of the PrimeLINE unit include design
enhancements that simultaneously boost cooling capacity and energy efficiency.
Additionally, iInterchange Systems Pvt will be on hand to launch their new iTrade and iTrade
Win container trading management solutions, which allow businesses to adapt easily to
local requirements and conditions as well as ensuring low cost of ownership per user. iTrade
is a web-based solution developed on the Microsoft.NET platform, which addresses the
functionalities of both larger offices and smaller traders.
As well as giving visitors the opportunity to view the latest product innovations, the exhibition
at Intermodal Europe will also provide invaluable opportunities to gather market information
and develop strategic partnerships.
Other visitor attractions at Intermodal Europe include a Container Park with some of the
latest containers and reefers on the market from Cetem, Langh Ship, Daikin, Crane
Composites, Maersk and Hempel, plus a networking bar for exhibitors to meet customers
and make new connections in a business-friendly environment.
EIA: Awards and Yearbook
In addition to the exhibition, Intermodal Europe will host the EIA’s 10th annual awards
ceremony on 1 December 2010. The awards, to be held during the exhibition, reward
innovative intermodal transport solutions providers and recognise best practice in intermodal
transport and freight logistics, and are officially supported by both the European
Commission and European Parliament.
What’s more, during the three-day event in Amsterdam, the EIA will be launching the
industry’s very first ‘Intermodal Yearbook 2010; Strategies, Statistics, Terminals and
Players’ document. This first edition will offer a combination of EU and national porthinterland statistics, colourful maps of networks of important players, modal splits, freight
flows, capacities, bottlenecks, location terminals, (future) logistic hubs, and much more in an
Atlas format.
Philip Hunter concluded: “This year’s exhibition is backed by key organisations such as BIC,
EIM, Transport & Logistics Netherlands, Rail Freight Netherlands, and Short Sea Promotion
Centre to name but a few and will feature all of the major players in the intermodal sector.
We look forward to welcoming industry executives from across Europe to Amsterdam in
November.”
To register for a free entry badge please visit www.intermodal-events.com/register
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Notes to editor:
About Intermodal
Intermodal is the world’s leading exhibition and conference for all companies associated
with the container and intermodal industries.
Organised by IIR Exhibitions, Intermodal Europe is now in its 35th year. The event dates
back to its early beginnings in 1976, as the Container Technology Conference (CTC) and
has developed and matured alongside the industry it serves.
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The Exhibition Portfolio
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maritime and transport exhibitions, including TOC Asia, TOC Americas, TOC Europe, TOC
Market Briefing Middle East, RoRo and INMEX India.
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