Overview

• Over 63% of logistics companies report difficulty hiring qualified staff, driving some to recruit foreign drivers to fill vacancies
• Speakers at SIL called on regional and national authorities to expand public logistics education and back industry training initiatives
• Exhibitors highlighted AI-powered solutions for greener operations, including BP’s fleet fuel optimizer and Planimatik’s autonomous truck contracting platform
• Organizers expect the three-day event—featuring 650 companies and around 15,000 participants—to generate roughly €50 million in economic impact
• Firms are revamping talent strategies to attract younger workers by offering flexibility, clear career paths and opportunities for project leadership alongside competitive pay