The impressive growth of the logistics sector in recent years has placed Spain in a prominent position at the European level. With a significant weight of 10% in the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP), logistics has emerged as a fundamental pillar of the Spanish economy. This momentum is reflected in compelling figures: an investment that exceeds 2.3 billion euros in 2022, according to UNO data, and an impressive 14.4% of the Catalan GDP, as revealed by the Logistics Observatory. Furthermore, the strategic importance of the region is manifested in Barcelona, ??which is among the main port hubs in Europe, according to UNCTAD. With almost one million jobs generated and more than 200,000 companies involved, according to the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, logistics covers a broad spectrum that includes transportation, intralogistics and supply chain.
Recognized as the engine that drives the fluidity of economic activity, this sector is indisputably vital for the progress and competitiveness of our country. It is in this context of evolution that the International Logistics Exhibition (SIL) is a unique space to create synergies and learn about the latest developments in the sector. The Barcelona Free Trade Zone Consortium (CZFB) once again promotes one of the main events in the Logistics, Transport, Intralogistics and Supply Chain sector in Europe and internationally.
It will take place from June 5 to 7 in pavilion 8 of the Plaza España-Montjuic venue of Fira de Barcelona and will be focused on three main pillars such as the generation of business between the attending companies, networking and the exchange of knowledge. It is for this reason that the fair attracts great interest. It already has the objective of reaching the participation of 650 companies – 35% international – that will present 160 innovations exclusively worldwide. In addition, SIL offers a magnificent opportunity for networking.
Thanks to the SIL Platform, all participants will be connected to schedule meetings, promote the exchange of knowledge and contribute to the generation of new businesses. In addition, this year, the SIL offers new exclusive B2B spaces where companies will carry out business meetings previously scheduled by both parties. Likewise, the SIL will become the best setting to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Meda Logistics
SIL is also synonymous with knowledge exchange. In this edition, SIL Knowledge will have an extensive knowledge program, with more than 70 reflection and debate sessions and more than 320 international speakers who will delve into the challenges and concerns faced by logistics companies, as well as the opportunities offered by new technologies. Directors and managers of Supply Chain and Logistics of such prominent companies as Unilever, Nestlé, Mercadona, Mahou San Miguel, Procter
During the three days of the event, crucial topics will be addressed to understand the current situation in the sector.” During the three days of the event, key topics will be addressed to learn about current events in the sector worldwide. Specifically, on the first day held on June 5, contents such as: the latest innovations in technologies and fuels to reduce emissions in maritime transport will be discussed; the relevance of standardizing processes and adopting digitalization in the industry; and sustainability in supply chain management. At night, the Logistics Night will take place at the prestigious Torre Melina Hotel in Barcelona.
This gala event not only provides an excellent opportunity for networking among industry leaders, but also celebrates excellence and innovation through the SIL Awards. This year, young talent, Reskilling, the promotion of SDG 5, entrepreneurship and innovation will be recognized. On June 6, the digitalization of foreign trade, the challenges of sustainable mobility in long-distance transportation, the application of Artificial Intelligence in the transformation of the supply chain and last-mile logistics, among other topics, will be discussed. .
And finally, on June 7 there will be sessions focused on issues such as the logistics FP ecosystem in Barcelona, ??disruptive innovations in logistics, digital transformation and training and AI in healthcare logistics. During the three days of the congress, attendees will also be able to participate in the BWAW by SIL, the conference program to promote gender equality in the logistics sector, a traditionally very masculine professional field.
The program will highlight two daily sessions to continue moving towards parity and give visibility to the role of women in logistics. Another highlight of the show is the Startup Innovation Hub, which will have the largest participation of emerging companies in the history of SIL: more than 100 startups will present their innovations in various spaces, such as the Startup Meeting Area, during the SIL Knowledge and the own stand of the Logistics 4.0 Incubator, where companies currently incubated such as Actiontracker, Kepler AI Logistics, Kovix, Myappassistance, Nubfreight, Sincropool, Vaive Logistics, among others, will be present.
Finally, it is worth noting that the SIL will also offer the Job Market Place, a space for selecting and hiring new talent that has the collaboration of Barcelona Activa, where companies will be able to meet with candidates who meet the professional requirements in order to incorporate new talent. To attend SIL, it is necessary to register through the website, where you can access all the updated information and learn about the latest news from the main international fair in the logistics sector.
