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[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub:
Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Date: Monday, October 13 2025
Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Location: German Centre Beijing
Language: English
In today’s increasingly complex global trade environment, supply chains face disruptive challenges ranging from geopolitical tensions to ESG pressures and rapidly shifting costs. The need for resilient, diversified, and sustainable sourcing has never been greater.
Join the German Chamber of Commerce in China – North China for an exclusive morning of expert insights on global sourcing strategies and the evolving role of modern freight forwarders. Hear from leading industry professionals who will share practical guidance on mitigating risks, identifying attractive sourcing destinations, and transforming logistics partners into strategic value drivers.
In his presentation Mr. Johan Annell from ARC Group will provide a concise overview of global sourcing trends in China, Southeast Asia, and Europe. Learn how to diversify supply chains, manage disruptions, identify attractive sourcing destinations, and address sustainability and ESG challenges to build resilient and competitive operations.
For the second presentation Mr. Eric Zhang from a.hartrodt Logistics will share how freight forwarders shift from being cost centers to value engines. He will also highlight the change from single-mode transporters to global supply chain controllers, and from passive executors to innovation partners, creating greater efficiency and future-ready logistics solutions.
This event is essential for professionals involved in procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and supply chain management who wish to future-proof their business strategies for 2025 and beyond.
Registration
Welcome Remarks
Presentation: Sourcing Survey 2025
Presentation: Modern Freight Forwarders as Strategic Partners in Supply Chain
Q&A and Networking
Registration
Welcome Remarks
Presentation: Sourcing Survey 2025
Presentation: Modern Freight Forwarders as Strategic Partners in Supply Chain
Q&A and Networking
Refund Description:
Registration will close at 12PM, Oct 11.
E-fapiao will be sent to your registered email address within 10 working days after the event.
If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to contact chamber-north-events@china.ahk.de.
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