AGENDA

11:00 – 14:00
EZ Cargo Welcome Lunch

Venue: EZ Cargo House, Liege Airport

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14:00 – 17:00
ACE LGG Conference Registration

Venue: Palais Des Congres

Dress Code: Business Casual
18:00 - 22:00
ACE LGG Welcome Reception

Venue: Van Der Valk / Hotel Liege Congres

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Dress Code: Business Formal
08:30 – 09:30
Registration & Coffee Networking Session

Welcome and registration of attendees, followed by coffee and pastries

09:30 – 09:40
Welcome Note & Event Overview

Introduction to the Event: Overview of key themes and objectives

  • Laurent Jossart | CEO / https://www.liegeairport.com/fr/
09:40 – 10:20
Global Air Cargo Market Outlook

Overview of current and forecasted market trends, demand fluctuations, trade lanes, and capacity developments

  • Ryan Keyrouse | Co-Founder & CEO
10:20 – 11:00
FIRESIDE CHAT Air Cargo Supply Chain Resilience - Mitigating Risks in Uncertain Times, Market Shifts and Global Tensions

Discussions on global economic shifts, regulatory changes, and market dynamics in air cargo logistics

  • Glyn Hughes
    Glyn Hughes | Director General
  • Turgut Erkeskin | President
  • Khawla Abdulla | VP Cargo Commercial - Europe & Russia
  • Alain Guerin | CCO
  • Alina Fetisova | International Trade Professional
11:00 – 11:20
Coffee Break & Networking
11:20 – 12:05
PANEL Navigating the Future of Air Cargo Logistics - Strategic Opportunities for Forwarders, Consolidators & GSSAs Amid Global Disruptions

This panel explores how forwarders, consolidators, and GSSAs can adapt and thrive amid global disruptions. From shifting trade routes to capacity constraints and digital transformation, industry leaders will share strategic insights and opportunities shaping the future of air cargo logistics

  • Christos Spyrou | CEO & Founder
  • Jacques Heeremans | Owner
  • Nicolas Simons | Founder & CEO
  • John Gilfeather | Vice President UK, Ireland & Malta / https://network-airline.com/
  • Ekrem Rodoplu | Cargo Director, Western Europe / https://www.turkishcargo.com/en
12:05 – 12:55
PANEL Enhancing Time & Temperature Integrity for Pharma and Perishables Through Gateway Optimization

This session explores how optimized air cargo gateways can improve time and temperature control for pharma and perishable shipments. Experts will discuss infrastructure, handling practices, and collaborative solutions to ensure cold chain integrity from origin to destination

  • Yulia Celetaria | Global Director Pharma / https://healthcair.aero/
  • Mateusz Zawadzki | Product Manager Special Cargo Certification
  • Ram Menon | COO
  • Jeroen Giling | Head of Cargo for The Netherlands, Belgium & Finland / https://www.swissport.com/en
  • Jacob David | Senior Manager, Cargo Products / https://www.etihadcargo.com/en
12:55 – 13:00
Closing Note
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch & Networking
18:30 – 23:00
Gala Dinner

ACE LGG Excellence Awards Ceremony

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Dress Code: Business Formal

Venue: Palais Des Congres

08:30 - 09:00
Coffee Networking Session
09:00 - 09:10
Welcome Note
09:10 - 09:30
Global Cross-Border Ecommerce Market Outlook

Overview of current and forecasted market trends, demand fluctuations, tariffs & trade policies, capacity developments

  • Marco Bloemen | Managing Director
09:30 – 10:30
PANEL Navigating eCommerce Cross-Border Logistics : Challenges and Growth Opportunities
  • How Recent U.S. Tariff Adjustments Are Reshaping E-Commerce Logistics
  • Overcoming Last-Mile Delivery Bottlenecks in a Rapidly Evolving Market
  • Solutions for Peak Season Demand and Fulfillment Surges
  • Cross-Border vs. Local Fulfillment Models: Comparing B2C and B2B2C Approaches
  • eCommerce & Air Cargo: Managing Capacity and Rapid Growth
  • Justus K Schlotfeldt | CEO
  • John Sansby | Director Global Partnerships
  • Bert Selis | VP Business Development Ecommerce & Freight Forwarder Handling
  • Jagedeswaran Nadrajah | Head of Air Partners / https://teleport.it
  • Werner Rens | Advisor General, Department Head, FPS Finance | Customs & Excise | Marketing
10:30 – 11:15
PANEL M&A Trends and Financial Strategies in Air Cargo Logistics & Freight Forwarding

As market dynamics shift and competition intensifies, M&A activity and financial restructuring are transforming the air cargo and freight forwarding landscape. This panel brings together industry leaders, investors, and logistics executives to discuss the latest trends in consolidation, capital investment, and strategic acquisitions. We’ll explore what’s driving deal-making, how financing models are evolving, and what it all means for forwarders, consolidators, and air cargo stakeholders navigating today’s complex global supply chain

  • Amit Tandon | CEO & Managing Director
  • Edip Pektas | Founder / https://airblox.com/
  • Peter Kerins | CEO
  • Marc Terpstra | Advisor / https://www.evcargo.com/en/
  • Mohanned Badri | Vice President Operations Performance | Cargo Operations, Aircraft Handling / https://saudiacargo.com/
11:00 - 11:20
Coffee Break & Networking
11:20 – 12:10
PANEL Synergy in Action : Advancing Air Cargo Logistics Together

As global trade becomes more complex, collaboration among air cargo stakeholders is critical. This panel unites leaders from airports, airlines, GSAs, forwarders, and digital platforms to explore how transparency, shared infrastructure, and aligned goals can drive performance and innovation

  • Mike Duggan | Head of Cargo
  • Chris Notter | Independent Consultant
  • Adam Andargachew | Cargo Manager Europe
  • Benny Smets | CEO
  • Jade Da Costa | CEO, Africa
12:15 – 12:55
PANEL From Infrastructure to Influence: Airports Shaping Cargo Community Synergy
  • The Airports as Cargo Community Builders
  • Connecting Stakeholders Through Neutral Ground
  • Steven Polmans | Chairman, TIACA - The International Air Cargo Association
  • Torsten Wefers | VP Sales & Marketing
  • Vitaly Smilianets | Founder and CEO
  • Sahil Deshpande | General Manager
  • Kai Domscheit | CEO
12:55 - 13:00
Closing Note
13:00 - 14:00
Lunch & Networking
14:00 - 17:30
One 2 One Scheduled Meetings

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Dress Code: Business Casual
19:00 – 22:00
Networking Cocktail

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Dress Code: Business Formal

Venue: Palais Des Congres

Theme: The Future of Cross-Border eCommerce

08:30 - 09:00
Coffee Networking Session
09:00 - 09:20
Update on the NeX Ecosystem & 2026 Strategy

Host: Justus Klüver-Schlotfeldt, CEO, NeX eCommerce Hub
A strategic outlook on the future of the NeX network and its role in shaping cross-border eCommerce in 2026 and beyond.

  • Justus K Schlotfeldt | CEO
09:20 – 10:05
PANEL Cross-border Shipping vs. Local Fulfillment (B2C vs. B2B2C)

Trade-offs, costs, speed, regulatory impacts, and how marketplaces are evolving in both models.

  • Dr. Bardo Lehmann – Tolkmitt | Global Head International Parcel Sales
  • Sean Sherwin-Smith | Product Director
  • Claire Prance | Commercial Director Fulfilment
  • James Mason | Global Partnerships Manager / https://weareprocarrier.com/ecommerce
10:05 – 10:50
PANEL The Rise of C2C: The Peer-to-Peer Economy Goes Global

How C2C platforms are reshaping logistics, payments, and brand strategies in a trust-driven market.

  • Chris Farren | Director Global Partnerships
  • Tomás Eiró | Head of Business Development, EMEA
  • Rein Hofhuis | Head of Global Partnerships
  • Pieter van den Hoven | Co-Founder / https://zero-g.dev/
10:50 - 11:05
Coffee Break & Networking
11:05 – 11:50
PANEL Global eCommerce Compliance & Customs

Navigate tax, IOSS, VAT, and the automation edge in B2B2C and C2C compliance.

  • Patrick Riley | Manager US
  • Egon Veermae | CEO
  • Tracy Doyle | Head of Global Trade & Cross-border eCommerce
11:50 – 12:20
PANEL Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers: How They’re Changing Global eCommerce

From TikTok to trust-based C2C platforms—how younger buyers are reshaping the eCommerce landscape.

  • Mandy Deakin-Snell | Head of NeX Global Academy
  • Laetitia Arfi | Sales Director EMEA
  • Marina Khanayeva | CEO
  • Aaron Baish | Senior Growth & Client Success Strategist
12:20 – 13:05
PANEL The Future of Cross-Border Logistics

Explore innovations in automation, real-time tracking, and tech reshaping global delivery.

  • Marie Kober | Co-founder and CEO
  • Nicholas Street | Advisor
  • Olivier Houri | EVP & Chief Revenue Officer / https://www.smartkargo.com/
  • Jordie Geuyen | Partnerships Director - Aviation and Trade Services / https://hurricanecommerce.com/
  • Luigi Pezzuto | Founder & CEO, ArXanum / https://ste.arxanum.com/
13:05 - 14:00
Lunch & Networking
14:00 - 17:30
One 2 One Scheduled Meetings

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ACE | Palais de Congrès, Liege
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Accommodation at Van Der Valk
Hotel Liège Congrès 2 Esplanade de l'Europe
Hotel Liège Sélys Mont Saint-Martin 9-11