Executives at carmakers and suppliers recognise the benefits of logistics excellence

London, June 24 -- For the 4th successive year, Automotive Logistics magazine brings together leading industry executives for their annual forum at the Autologistics Global 2003 conference

Logistics is now recognised for its vital role in globalisation, order-to-delivery, lean manufacturing and cost savings. Once again, Autologistics Global participants will share their knowledge and experiences in search of the best global logistics solutions in one of the most exclusive venues in Michigan, The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham, USA.

The conference, on 30 September-1 October 2003, will address the major issues facing carmakers, suppliers and their logistics providers in today's difficult market. There will be the usual excellent networking opportunities during the two-day event as well as at the welcome cocktail reception held at the 'Townsend Corner Bar'

Confirmed speakers and panel members so far include: 

- Brad Ross, Executive in Charge of Order-to-Delivery, General Motors
- Joe Hinrichs, Executive Director, Material Planning & Logistics, Ford 
- David Hodgson, Vice President Supply, DaimlerChrysler 
- Hermann Krog, Executive Director Logistics, Audi 
- Vic Giardini, Director, Supply Chain & Materials Management, ArvinMeritor
- Wes Johnson, Director, Customer Logistics & Planning, Robert Bosch 
- John Merry, Chairman, AutoLogic 
- Leigh Pomlett, President, Automotive Worldwide, Exel
- John Williford, President, Menlo 
- Tom Jones, Senior VP Automotive, Ryder 
- Brian Hancock, General Manager, Schneider Logistics

The unrivalled speaker line-up, together with the experience and quality of Automotive Logistics magazine, is what makes our Autologistics conferences unique in the marketplace.

The premier sponsor of Autologistics Global 2003 is Ryder. Other sponsors include Schneider Logistics, Trenstar and G-Log.

Autologistics Global 2003 is the perfect event to meet with peers, forge new alliances and debate the pressing issues affecting the future of the automotive business world. It will be held on 30 September-1 October at The Townsend Hotel, Birmingham, MI, USA.

For more information regarding Automotive Logistics and Autologistics Global, please contact Louis Yiakoumi on +44 (0) 20 8987 0944 or via al@advanstar.com or to register attendance visit http://www.autologisticsglobal.com/

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For more information regarding Automotive Logistics and Autologistics Global, please contact Louis Yiakoumi on +44 (0) 20 8987 0944 or via al@advanstar.com