Supply Chains & Logistics Stage

Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainty and CBAM: Strategies and Practices for Resilient Supply Chain Risk Management

11 Sep (Thur) Day 1 : 16:00 – 16:40

In an era of heightened geopolitical uncertainty, supply chains face unprecedented risks, from trade disruptions to regulatory shifts and global conflicts. This session will explore strategies and best practices for building resilient supply chain risk management frameworks. Industry leaders will share insights on diversifying supplier networks, leveraging technology for real-time risk monitoring, and adopting agile decision-making processes. Attendees will learn how to anticipate geopolitical challenges, mitigate vulnerabilities, and ensure business continuity. Discover actionable approaches to strengthen supply chain resilience, enhance adaptability, and maintain operational stability in a volatile global landscape. Ideal for professionals seeking to future-proof their supply chains against geopolitical risks.

Learnings

  • What types of risks does geopolitical uncertainty pose to global supply chains?
  • What best practices can be adopted to ensure agile decision-making in response to unforeseen challenges?

Post-event Actions

  • Enhancing agile decision-making skills, providing frameworks and tools that can be applied during crises.
  • Collaborate and share insights on best practices for building supply chain resilience, fostering a network of support.

Speakers

Liam Salter

CEO

Liam is Founder and CEO at RESET Carbon Ltd since 2009. RESET offers solutions to companies seeking to measure and reduce their carbon footprint with a focus on Asian markets.

Previously Liam was the Director of WWF’s International’s Asia-Pacific Climate Programme, where he built and managed a ten-country team. At WWF Liam also co-led the design and set-up of the Gold Standard, which is now a leading certification system for project level carbon offsets and other environmental and social attributes.

Liam holds a Masters of Science in Environmental Technology from Imperial College, London.

My Sustainability Goals for 2024

  • Our Carbon Leadership Programme for the apparel sector is one of the most innovative decarbonisation programs on the market. We want to accelerate its reach and scale up to deliver it across 350 manufacturing sites by the end of 2024.
  • Our work with the HK Proptech Alliance and Construction Industry Council is designed to promote procurement of low carbon construction materials through a dedicated Working Group.  Our goal in 2024 is to launch initial Procurement Guidelines to the market and secure long term funding for this initiative.