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The 13th GLA Global Logistics Conference: Shaping the Future of Logistics

Time:2025-11-19 Publisher:Kevin Num:20

On November 8, 2025, the grand opening ceremony of the 13th GLA Global Logistics Conference took place at the Bangkok, Thailand, marking the beginning of one of the most prominent logistics industry events. Co-hosted by the GLA Global Logistics Alliance and Global Logistics Enterprises Federation (GLEF), the conference attracted nearly 2,000 logistics professionals, industry leaders, government officials, and business experts from over 130 countries and regions.

Amid the evolving landscape of shifting trade policies, supply chain restructuring, and digital transformation, the conference focused on the theme of "Peaceful Prosperity · Digital Innovation · Trustworthy Cooperation." The event’s goal was to create an efficient platform for multinational collaboration, promote global logistics integration, and help businesses navigate challenges while seizing new growth opportunities.

The core agenda of the conference spanned from November 7 to 10, featuring a diverse range of activities, including the opening ceremony, the GLA Panel Discussions, the Global Supply Chain CEO Forum, one-on-one business meetings, and engaging leisure activities such as a Cocktail Party, the GLA Gala Dinner, and sports events. These offerings provided abundant opportunities for networking and collaboration, fostering meaningful connections among participants.

Notably, over 100,000 one-on-one business meetings were conducted during the event, while more than 200 specialized booths in the exhibition area showcased their services, latest industry innovations, and cutting-edge technologies.

The GLA Panel Discussions and the Global Supply Chain CEO Forum delved into the current global logistics landscape, focusing on supply chain resilience, industry innovation, AI adoption & digital transformation and cross-border collaboration. These forums provided invaluable insights and strategic guidance, equipping businesses with the tools needed to navigate today's complexities. The one-on-one business meetings were a major highlight, enabling participants to engage in over 100,000 tailored meetings, while the exhibition areas served as a dynamic platform for showcasing industry advancements, fostering collaboration, and driving business growth.

The conference was attended by distinguished logistics entrepreneurs and officials, marking a significant moment in the global logistics sector. Key attendees included Ms. Grace Sun, Executive President of the Global Logistics Enterprises Federation and Founder of the GLA Global Logistics Alliance; Mom Luang Supab Pramoj, Chief Advisor of Thailand-China Asia Economic & Trade Association and Member of the Thai Royal Family; H.E. Phongthep Thepkanjana, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand; APINYA PRAMOJ; PRAJONGJIT PRAIWECH; Dr. Darwin Yang, President, ASEAN-China Commerce Association, Strategic Advisor, Thailand CTAB Lawyers Association; Gen. Prasert Youngprapakorn, Former Senior Inspector, Royal Guard Command of Thailand; AM Kittithat Pacharoen, Lieutenant General of the Thai Air Force; Assoc Prof. Ekaporn Rakkwamsuk, Member of the House of Representatives of Thailand, Former Vice Minister of Finance of Thailand; Damrongsak Manasvanich, Vice President, ASEAN-China Commerce Association, Chairman, Bangkok Huai Khwang District Promotion and Development Committee; Col. Thanit Phruekphanawes, Former Instructor, Thai Armed Forces Academies Preparatory School; Mr. Zhang Jie, Deputy Dean, College of Innovation, Siam University, Thailand; Wycliffe Wanda, KIFWA-Executive Director and more. Additionally, representatives from many leading international logistics companies also attended this conference, including SEBI Srl; AEO Freight Sdn Bhd; WWW Cargo Pte Ltd; CROSS FREIGHT; CTI SHIPPING LLC; Eagle Cargo Services LTD and more.

The conference was attended by distinguished logistics entrepreneurs from over 130 countries and regions, including the Netherlands, the United States, India, Peru, Germany, the UAE, Kenya, Kuwait, the UK, Australia, Kyrgyzstan, Canada, Pakistan, the Philippines, Spain, Japan, Egypt,Türkiye, Romania, Portugal, Argentina, Qatar, Singapore, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Bulgaria, Oman, Vietnam, Mozambique, Lebanon, Armenia, Morocco, Brazil, the Maldives, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Poland, Slovenia, France, Jordan, Bolivia, Serbia, Italy, Indonesia, Sweden, Malaysia, Tunisia, Thailand, Djibouti, Bahrain, the Czech Republic, South Korea, Nepal, Georgia, Finland, Zimbabwe, Mexico, Brunei, Azerbaijan, Norway, Denmark, Ethiopia, Cambodia, New Zealand, Latvia, Greece, Belgium, China and more.

The event garnered significant international media attention, with leading media outlets in attendance including The Guardian (UK), Time Magazine (USA), Asia Television News, Toutiao, NetEase, Sohu.com, Phoenix News, Asia Times, UAE News, Thaihua.com, People's Daily Europe, Sing Sian Daily, Thailand News, Thai Chinese Daily, Huaren Toutiao, Sina Finance, China News Service, China Enterprise Network, China City News Network, China Enterprise News, Southern Enterprise News Network, China Economic Observer, China-Foreign Economic News, China Business Network, Logistics News Network, Technology Network, Entrepreneur Daily, Top News, Hong Kong Economic News Network, Shenzhen News Group, PE Daily, Arab World News Network, Wired (USA), US Tech English Network. Their presence underscored the global relevance of the occasion and the strong interest from both regional and international media.

On the morning of November 8, 2025, nearly 2,000 industry leaders, government officials, business association representatives, and logistics experts from over 130 countries and regions gathered in the conference’s main hall. As the lights brightened and the countdown reached zero, the 13th GLA Global Logistics Conference officially commenced, marking the start of a landmark event in the global logistics industry.

At the opening ceremony, Ms. Grace Sun, Executive President of the Global Logistics Enterprises Federation and Founder of the GLA Global Logistics Alliance, extended a warm welcome and sincere gratitude to all the attendees on behalf of the organizers. In her speech, she stated:

"GLA has always been committed to connecting global logistics partners, building a collaborative ecosystem that fosters sustainable development, and advancing the creation of a secure, efficient, and sustainable global trade network. We aim for logistics to be the vital force that connects the world and promotes prosperity."

"GLA has always been committed to connecting global logistics partners, building a collaborative ecosystem that fosters sustainable development, and advancing the creation of a secure, efficient, and sustainable global trade network. We aim for logistics to be the vital force that connects the world and promotes prosperity."

Ms. Grace Sun further underscored that technology is profoundly reshaping the industry landscape. The accelerated adoption of technologies such as AI, blockchain, smart warehousing, and digital platforms not only opens up new avenues for innovation but also brings forth new governance and risk management challenges. She urged international logistics companies to embrace digitalization while also establishing robust risk management mechanisms to ensure the industry progresses steadily.

"Regardless of how the external environment changes, trust remains the foundation of international cooperation," Ms. Grace Sun concluded. "I hope that all of you here in Bangkok will feel the power of openness and collaboration, and together, let us drive global logistics towards a more prosperous and sustainable future, grounded in peace, fueled by innovation, and bound by security."

H.E. Mom Luang Supab Pramoj, Chief Advisor of Thailand-China Asia Economic & Trade Association and Member of the Thai Royal Family, extended Thailand's sincere gratitude to GLA at the opnening ceremony for hosting the event in Bangkok, emphasizing the robust China-ASEAN partnership and the "Golden Friendship Year" marking 50 years of China-Thailand diplomatic ties. 

He lauded GLA's critical role as a leading global logistics network, instrumental in fostering supply chain interconnectedness and high-quality industry development. He affirmed the summit as a vital platform for international exchange and collaboration, inviting global entrepreneurs to invest in Thailand.

After attending the 11th GLA Global Logistics (Thailand) Conference in 2024, H.E. Phongthep Thepkanjana, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, once again honored the opening ceremony of this year’s conference with his presence and keynote address. He expressed that it was a great privilege to return to the vibrant international stage of GLA and remarked, “Grace is not only a distinguished leader of global logistics, she is also my good friend.”

He highlighted Thailand's strategic efforts to build an efficient, sustainable international logistics system, urging industry collaboration to drive high-quality supply chain advancement amidst digital and AI transformations. Both dignitaries wished the summit resounding success, heralding new chapters for global logistics.

The opening ceremony featured the grand launch of the GLA International Business Academy. Leveraging GLA's extensive network and industry expertise, the academy aims to cultivate logistics elites with an international perspective, innovative spirit, and practical skills. This initiative signifies GLA's commitment to industry education and talent development, fostering a new platform for learning and exchange among global logistics enterprises, and driving the sector towards higher levels of professionalism and internationalization.

Following this, the GLA Women in Logistics Leadership (W.I.L.L) Club was officially inaugurated. This launch underscores GLA's dedication to promoting women's leadership and diversity within the industry. The club unites accomplished female leaders and professionals from the global logistics sector, facilitating knowledge exchange and resource sharing, and empowering more women to excel on the international logistics stage. This symbolic launch enriches GLA's global ecosystem and reinforces its core mission of "connecting the world and empowering the industry."

Distinguished guests and attendees from around the globe witnessed these significant launches, highlighting GLA's innovative spirit and commitment to leading industry development. These ceremonies underscore GLA's promise to the logistics sector, as it continues to foster deeper collaboration and growth for global logistics enterprises with an open and win-win approach.

Additionally, GLA officially signed Strategic Partnership Agreements with internationally renowned organizations and companies. The signatories committed to driving the development and cooperation within the regional logistics industry through resource integration and complementary advantages. Representatives at the signing included: N.E.S. Cargo Express Intl CORP, I.L.S. International Logistics Services LLC, Sebi SRL, JORENSE Intl Logistics CO., LTD, DGX Logistics, and more.

At the opening ceremony, Kamran Hafeez Malik, GLA's Director of Business Development, showed how GLA empowering the future of logistics by new digital tools. He highlighted a new GLA official website, the OPC product, and the upcoming schedule of GLA Global Co-Exhibition Group. These initiatives reaffirm GLA's commitment to building an efficient, intelligent, and secure global logistics cooperation.

The revamped GLA Official Website offers an optimized design, integrated member center, and premium resource hub, allowing members to access insights and participate in online meetings from anywhere in the world.

Additionally, the GLA Global Co-Exhibition Group will bring members to major international logistics events, collectively boosting global brand influence and exploring market opportunities. Through these efficient measures, GLA is breaking down geographical and resource barriers, providing continuous momentum for global logistics collaboration and empowering members for mutual success.

During the Opening Ceremony, a high-level panel discussion was facilitated, bringing together global entrepreneurs, association leaders, government officials, and think tank experts. Under the theme "Peaceful Prosperity · Digital Innovation · Trustworthy Cooperation," these panels engaged in in-depth dialogues on critical topic "How to build a resilient global supply chain".

These forums concluded amidst enthusiastic applause. Looking ahead, GLA will continue to bring together global insights, foster cross-regional collaborative innovation, and ensure logistics becomes the true force that connects the world and drives peace and prosperity.

During the conference, GLA specially invited two prominent industry leaders, Mr. Atif Siddiqui, Group Commercial Head of CTI Shipping Services LLC Group from the UAE, and Mr. Hugh O'Connell, Managing Director of Wall Tech, to share their companies' innovative practices and strategic insights with global logistics elites.

Both speakers offered deep dives into new trends and evolving landscapes in the global logistics industry, addressing topics such as innovation in shipping services, regional market opportunities, and technology-driven supply chain transformations. Mr. Atif Siddiqui presented CTI's digital upgrade and service extension strategies in the Middle East market, while Mr. Hugh O'Connell highlighted Wall Tech's latest achievements in smart logistics, AI-powered dispatch, and supply chain visibility.

Their compelling presentations not only showcased the diverse explorations of leading enterprises within the global logistics system but also provided practical cooperation ideas and actionable inspirations for the attendees, injecting new thought and momentum into the GLA global logistics cooperation network.

On the afternoon of November 8, 2025, the One-on-One business meeting sessions of the 13th GLA Global Logistics Conference (Thailand) officially began. As a key highlight of the event, over 2,000 entrepreneurs, industry experts, and government representatives from over 130 countries gathered to engage in targeted matchmaking and explore new collaboration opportunities. Over the 2.5 days, these sessions facilitated over 100,000 One-on-One Business meetings, injecting new vitality and momentum into the global logistics network.

The conference also hosted the 2nd Global Supply Chain CEO Forum, along with a variety of activities including sports events, cultural experiences, and city explorations, providing a comprehensive platform for networking and strengthening cross-border friendships and multidimensional collaborations.

Currently, GLA has brought together over 7,000 specialized international logistics companies, covering more than 170 countries and regions and 706 ports worldwide. With its core values of openness, collaboration, and innovation, GLA is committed to driving global cooperation among small and medium-sized logistics enterprises and facilitating global business with world-class resources. Through this Thailand conference, GLA further solidified its influence as a global logistics hub and industry innovation platform, bringing together global expertise to shape a more prosperous future for the logistics industry.

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