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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.

Agenda
2025-10-13
2025-10-13
08:50-09:00

Registration

2025-10-13
09:00-09:05

Welcome Remarks 

Speaker
[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub: Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Rene Bernard
Senior Member Engagement Manager Beijing & Tianjin, German Chamber of Commerce in China - North China
2025-10-13
09:05-09:50

Presentation: Sourcing Survey 2025

Speaker
[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub: Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Johan Annell
Partner, ARC Group
2025-10-13
09:50-10:35

Presentation: Modern Freight Forwarders as Strategic Partners in Supply Chain

Speaker
[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub: Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Eric Zhang
Business Development Manager, Business Development Department, a. hartrodt Tianjin Logistics Co., Ltd. Beijing Office
2025-10-13
10:35-11:00

Q&A and Networking

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Welcome Remarks 

[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub: Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Rene Bernard
Senior Member Engagement Manager Beijing & Tianjin, German Chamber of Commerce in China - North China

Presentation: Sourcing Survey 2025

[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub: Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Johan Annell
Partner, ARC Group

Presentation: Modern Freight Forwarders as Strategic Partners in Supply Chain

[Oct 13 | Beijing] GCC Knowledge Hub: Sourcing & Supply Chain Insights 2025
Eric Zhang
Business Development Manager, Business Development Department, a. hartrodt Tianjin Logistics Co., Ltd. Beijing Office

Q&A and Networking

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