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Posted by David Sexton
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25 August, 2025
DELEGATES gathered at Doltone House in Sydney CBD for the Australian Logistics Council Supply Chain Summit.
The event attracted senior politicians, industry experts and prominent business managers, all keen to discuss trends in such areas as safety, efficiency and technology.
Federal transport minister Catherine King used the occasion to announce a new National Freight Strategy while Opposition transport spokesperson Bridget McKenzie talked energy and the need for boldness in government.
The event included several interesting panel session discussions including on getting more freight onto rail, benefitting overall supply chain efficiency.
Guests enjoyed many opportunities for networking and discussion over lunch and then in the evening with a drinks’ session and later a gala dinner.
The dinner included the presentation of awards to people and businesses that have contributed much to the industry.
ESG Excellence Award
Winner: Linfox
Innovation Award
Winner: Port of Brisbane
Coca Cola Europacific Partners - Alan Jarvis
Wayfinder Supply Chain Careers for Women Champion Award
Winner: Svitzer Australia
Rising Star Award
Winner: Bronte Veitch, Toll Group
Posted by David Sexton
David Sexton is DCN’s senior journalist and has an extensive career across online and print media. A former DCN editor, he returns to covering shipping and logistics after a four-year hiatus working at Monash University during which time he managed production of key reports into the Indonesian ports and rail sectors.
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