Language 
8 Supply chain conferences worth the trip (2026)
8 Supply chain conferences for 2026, with dates and locations.
Whether you’re hunting for new suppliers, tracking how AI is reshaping logistics, or sizing up the year’s best supply chain networking events, 2026 has a packed calendar.
Below is a rundown of the best supply chain conferences:
- Gartner Supply Chain Leaders Forum
- Jarrett Supply Chain Summit
- PARCEL Forum ’26
- Gartner Procurement Conference
- IntraLogisteX Dallas 2026
- NASCES
- CHAINge 2026
- TFEST26
If your team is traveling to any of these, Holafly for Business keeps them connected upon arrival.
Business travel made easy
Top supply chain conferences in 2026 at a glance
Here are the supply chain conferences 2026 has to offer, running between July and December.
| Event | Date | Location | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gartner Supply Chain Leaders Forum | July 19–21, 2026 | Windsor, UK | AI-native supply chain operations |
| Jarrett Supply Chain Summit | August 5–6, 2026 | Cleveland, OH, US | Midwest supply chain strategy |
| PARCEL Forum ’26 | September 14–16, 2026 | Orlando, FL, US | Parcel shipping and fulfillment |
| Gartner Procurement Conference | September 15–16, 2026 | San Diego, CA, US | Procurement and AI |
| IntraLogisteX Dallas 2026 | September 16–17, 2026 | Dallas, TX, US | Warehousing and automation |
| NASCES | September 21–23, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Executive supply chain strategy |
| CHAINge 2026 | September 29–30, 2026 | Long Beach, CA, US | Global trade and resilience |
| TFEST26 | December 1–2, 2026 | Berlin, Germany | Geopolitical risk and transformation |
Gartner Supply Chain Leaders Forum
July 19–21, 2026 | Fairmont Windsor Park, Windsor, UK | AI-native supply chain operations
The Gartner Supply Chain Leaders Forum is one of two Gartner supply chain conferences on the 2026 calendar, and entry is reserved for C-level executives by application only. Held just outside London, it draws senior leaders from across Europe.
The program is built around three themes: AI-native operations, adaptive and agile networks, and cultures of connection and purpose. Confirmed speakers include Cisco’s Chuck Graham and Bristol-Myers Squibb’s Karin Shanahan.
Jarrett Supply Chain Summit
August 5–6, 2026 | Huntington Convention Center, Cleveland, OH, US | Midwest supply chain strategy
The Jarrett Supply Chain Summit is a Midwest-focused event now in its fourth year, running under the theme “Strategy. Connection. Results.” The 2026 keynote comes from Kevin O’Leary of ABC’s “Shark Tank,” and more than 110 organizations attend.
On the agenda are cargo theft and fraud prevention, digital supply chain cyber resilience, AI in transportation, last-mile disruption, freight claims, network optimization, LTL classification updates, and the future of truckload transportation.
Outside the sessions, the summit kicks off at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and runs a tour of the Port of Cleveland, which generates $7 billion in economic impact.
PARCEL Forum ’26
September 14–16, 2026 | Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, FL, US | Parcel shipping and fulfillment
PARCEL Forum is a logistics conference dedicated to parcel shipping and small-package fulfillment. With parcel volume projected to reach 29 billion packages by 2029, the event focuses on shipping products faster and more cost-effectively.
The program tracks the full order-to-ship journey, from transportation and warehousing to packaging, IT systems, and freight auditing. Networking runs through themed sessions, such as the Women in Logistics Mimosa Meet-Up, a Margaritaville reception, and a shipper-only breakfast.
Gartner Procurement Conference
September 15–16, 2026 | Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center, San Diego, CA, US | Procurement and AI
The Gartner Procurement Conference is one of the more focused supply chain management conferences for chief procurement officers and sourcing leaders, which runs over two days at the Gaylord Pacific Resort in San Diego. The focus is on mastering complex supplier ecosystems, applying AI in procurement, and optimizing cost.
A standout feature is the CPO Circle Program, a set of exclusive sessions for eligible chief procurement officers that requires a separate application.
IntraLogisteX Dallas 2026
September 16–17, 2026 | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Dallas, TX, US | Warehousing and automation
IntraLogisteX is one of the more hands-on logistics conferences, connecting senior operators with solution providers across warehousing, robotics, and automation. The 2026 edition moves from Miami to Dallas, a central US gateway that triples the event’s eight-hour-drive catchment area.
More than 40 conference sessions run across two theaters, the Logistics and Strategy Theater and the Technology and Automation Theater.
Live demonstrations put product launches and operational tools on the floor.
NASCES
September 21–23, 2026 | Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa, Las Vegas, NV, US | Executive supply chain strategy
The North American Supply Chain Executive Summit (NASCES) caters to C-suite executives, attracting over 400 attendees at the director level or higher, with 91% from global organizations. It brings together chief supply chain officers, chief procurement officers, and senior vice presidents to exchange strategies.
The 2026 speaker lineup leans on global brands, including Walmart’s Tim Cooper, L’Oréal’s Rahquel Purcell, Toyota North America’s Chris Nielsen, Estée Lauder’s Roberto Canevari, General Mills’ Becky Crane, and Conagra’s Ale Eboli.
Attendees also get year-round access through Supply Chain Board membership, with peer forums, advisory roundtables, and private member dinners.
CHAINge 2026
September 29–30, 2026 | Long Beach, CA, US | Global trade and resilience
CHAINge is the premier event organized by the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), designed to assist leaders in transforming disruption into a competitive edge. The theme for 2026, “Turning Complexity Into Capability,” establishes the focus for the two-day event, combining established frameworks with educational opportunities.
The program is organized around four pillars: global trade, technology and fundamentals, resilience and risk, and talent and leadership. APICS-certified professionals can earn up to 16 maintenance points, and the event includes port tours of one of America’s busiest container ports.
Speakers include Port of Los Angeles executive director Gene Seroka, TJX’s Raina Avalon, and Baker Tilly’s Pete Mento.
TFEST26
December 1–2, 2026 | Colosseum Berlin, Germany | Geopolitical risk and transformation
TFEST26 is one of the best international supply chain conferences for senior leaders, with an audience of 100% director-level and above. Held in Berlin, it bills itself as Europe’s premier networking event for the discipline.
Six themes serve as the foundation for the 2026 program, which spans over 50 sessions that focus on technology and operational excellence, geopolitical and economic risk, nearshoring, supply chain resilience, talent development, and procurement transformation.
The lineup of speakers includes the chief supply chain officers of Essity, Henkel, and Haleon, along with the head of supply chain technology from Pernod Ricard.
Keep your supply chain team connected with Holafly for Business
When your team is heading to any of those supply chain events, reliable mobile data is part of the plan.
Holafly for Business is a business eSIM solution available in 160+ destinations that activates on your team’s devices, so they don’t have to buy local SIM cards or incur unexpected roaming charges. You also get access to our centralized management platform, the Holafly Business Center, where you can manage individual eSIMs, invoices, and data usage.
Holafly Plans for Business come in four tiers, plus a dedicated data plan for industrial teams:
- On Demand (€3.40/day): Pay-per-day eSIM for a single destination, with no fixed costs or commitment.
- Always On (€9.95/year): 1 GB/month, best for employees taking up to four short trips per year, with the option to upgrade to Unlimited.
- Unlimited (€57/month): Unlimited data with a built-in VPN, ad blocker, and web protection, ideal for teams who need to work securely between sessions.
- Enterprise (custom pricing): Geo-blocking, priority support, and customizable data limits for large organizations.
Not sure which plan is right for your team? Book a demo.
Business travel made easy
I’m a writer with over eight years of experience in digital content. My work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, Forbes, Business Insider, and the BBC. At Holafly, I write clear, practical guides to help travelers stay connected with eSIM technology. In my spare time, I enjoy car detailing, biking around Warsaw, and capturing portraits.
