Global Supply Chain Conference
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In this turbulent business environment, global enterprises have been reconfiguring their supply chain for resilience. This conference is a high-profile event to bring together major stakeholders, including government, business and academic communities, and partners across the globe to Hong Kong to explore how to innovate for value creation. This year also marks the 30th anniversary since the first major supply chain management conference held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) in 1995, with attendance by the very top supply chain experts at that time.
We are pleased to invite you to the Supply Chain Conference 2025, hosted by the HKUST Li & Fung Supply Chain Institute. This conference commemorates the 30th anniversary of the inaugural conference on supply chain management held at HKUST, which laid the foundation for significant advancements in supply chain research.
Date: 10 December 2025
Time: 08:45 – 17:30
Venue: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Auditorium, Hong Kong Palace Museum
As we navigate a new era in supply chain management, the theme for this conference is The New Supply Chain in Times of Turbulence. The conference aims to highlight recent issues such as
- The impact of the new tariff wars on supply chains and strategies companies can adopt, including the viability of the "China Plus One" approach.
- The importance of trade financing as companies expand their supply chains in response to major shifts.
- The necessity of understanding the Asian perspective on global supply chain strategies.
- The role of AI and automation in reshaping supply chain strategies during turbulent times.
Join us for a day of insightful discussions, networking, and exploration of the latest trends and innovations in supply chain management. A special issue of Production and Operations Management (POM) will be published based partially on some of the papers in this conference.
Keynote Speakers:
- David Simchi-Levi - MIT
- Christoph Loch - IESE
- Jian Chen - Tsinghua University
- Max Shen - HKU
- William Fung - Fung Group
Panel Discussion:
Moderated by Albert Ha (HKUST), the panel will explore trends and innovations in supply chain research and will feature esteemed experts:
- Hau Lee - Former Editor-in-Chief, Management Science
- David Simchi-Levi - Current Editor-in-Chief, Management Science
- Christoph Loch - Former Editor-in-Chief, Management Science
Confirmed Speakers:
- Onur Boyabatli – Singapore Management University
- Ying Ju Chen – HKUST
- Zhenyu Hu – National Univ of Singapore
- Ying Rong – Shanghai Jiaotong University
- Stephen Shum – City University of Hong Kong
- Shilu Tong – Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen)
- Yulan Amanda Wang – Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Jing Wu - Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Xiaole Wu - Fudan University
- Jiheng Zhang - HKUST
Special Issue of POM:
The editor for the special issue will be Albert Ha. A call for papers will be announced soon.
Hong Kong Palace Museum:
The Hong Kong Palace Museum stands as a remarkable cultural landmark, seamlessly blending tradition with modernity. Situated at the heart of the city, this museum showcases an exquisite collection of artifacts from the Palace Museum in Beijing, offering a unique glimpse into China's rich history and artistic heritage. Its striking architecture and thoughtfully designed exhibits create an inspiring atmosphere, making it an ideal venue for our supply chain conference. Attendees will not only engage in insightful discussions but will also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of Chinese culture, providing a memorable backdrop for networking and collaboration.
Registration Details:
The event is open for registration now: https://event-reg.hkust.edu.hk/hkust-mcp/checkout/198
Check the conference poster for more details: https://ustlfsci.hkust.edu.hk/sites/default/files/MasterPoster_250905.pdf
We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging and enriching event!
For inquiries, please contact: ustlfsci@ust.hk