The 14th GLA Global Logistics Enterprise Conference and GLA 10th Anniversary Ceremony will be held from May 8th to 11th, 2026 at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center (Futian) in China. As a highly influential industry event in the global logistics field, this conference is guided by the core theme of "Connecting the World, Smart Bay Area, and Embarking on a New Journey of Ten Years Together", gathering global industry elites, building an efficient collaboration platform, and supporting the high-quality development of the global logistics industry. The following is a statement of the core information of the conference:
1、 Overview of the conference: Ten year commitment to anchor the core hub of Shenzhen
Background: In 2026, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the establishment of GLA Global Logistics Alliance, the conference will return to its birthplace in Shenzhen. It is not only a summary and review of the development of the past decade, but also a strategic layout for future global logistics cooperation, which is highly compatible with Shenzhen's open and inclusive innovation genes and leading foreign trade advantages.
Event Information: The conference will last for 4 days (May 8-11), hosted by GLA Global Logistics Alliance, focusing on the pain points, trends, and opportunities of the global logistics industry, and creating an ecological level event that integrates business cooperation, resource sharing, and industry exchange.
Significance of the event: As the first city for foreign trade in China, Shenzhen's port cargo throughput will reach 287 million tons in 2023, and it is only a 23 minute drive from Hong Kong, achieving 24-hour customs clearance. Its unique location advantage provides excellent industrial support for the conference, helping participating enterprises connect with the Asia Pacific region and radiate globally.
2、 Scale of participation and core lineup: internationalization level reaches a new high
Scale of participation: This conference will gather more than 2000 industry representatives from over 130 countries and regions, including logistics enterprise leaders, industry experts, political and business representatives, and media partners. It is expected to hold over 100000 one-on-one precise negotiations and set up more than 200 professional booths.
Organizational Strength: GLA Global Logistics Alliance, the organizer, is a world leading B2B international logistics service platform. Currently, it has over 7000 trusted members, covering more than 170 countries and regions, and 706 international ports. It is committed to promoting cross-border cooperation among small and medium-sized logistics enterprises.
Featured Exhibitors: The conference invites four logistics companies with global service capabilities as special exhibitors, including Makhulu's Logistics Services, a core partner in the African supply chain, and Apex International Inc, a global network enterprise with 45 offices, to showcase the advantages of logistics services and localized solutions in various regions.
3、 Core agenda and activity arrangement: Multi dimensional linkage, balancing professionalism and effectiveness
Core Forum Session: Set up core agendas such as the Global Supply Chain CEO Forum and the International Business Leaders Summit Forum, focusing on cutting-edge industry issues such as supply chain resilience construction, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence applications. Invite industry leaders to share practical experience and strategic thinking, and provide direction guidance for enterprise development.
Business docking session: Focus on creating a one-on-one precise negotiation mode, relying on GLA's global membership network to build a targeted docking platform for participating enterprises, helping them break through international cooperation barriers, explore emerging markets, and improve the efficiency of global business layout.
Featured Supporting Activities: GLA 10th Anniversary Celebration, Cocktail Party, High end Gala Dinner, Shenzhen Cultural Tour and other activities will be held simultaneously, providing multi-dimensional social scenes for participants and allowing global guests to experience Shenzhen's industrial vitality and urban charm, deepening cooperation and friendship.
4、 Core values and industry impact of the conference: Empowering enterprises, reconstructing a new paradigm of global logistics cooperation
Resource aggregation value: Providing a "one-stop" resource docking channel for global logistics enterprises, helping them access high-quality resources from over 130 countries and regions, seamlessly integrating into the global logistics elite circle, and reducing international cooperation costs.
Brand Empowerment Value: Through on-site booth displays, high-frequency exposure of corporate promotional videos, and GLA Global Multimedia Communication Program, we help participating companies enhance their international brand influence and expand their global market exposure channels.
Industry Leading Value: Adhering to the theme of "Building the Asia Pacific Community and Promoting Common Prosperity" for the 2026 APEC China Year, we will promote global logistics enterprises to focus on sustainable development, explore digital and intelligent transformation paths, help build a "seamless, efficient, and environmentally friendly" global logistics ecosystem, and address industry challenges such as trade barriers and supply chain restructuring.
5、 Conference Highlights and Prospects: Ten Years of Accumulation, Unlocking New Opportunities in the Industry
Digital Achievement Display: GLA will showcase a newly upgraded digital ecosystem, including official website optimization, OPC products, and global annual plans, breaking down geographical and resource barriers through digital means and empowering member enterprises to collaborate efficiently.
Deep cultivation of regional markets: Focus on core markets such as Europe, North America, and Africa, and provide regional logistics solutions for global shippers through case sharing of special exhibitors, helping enterprises seize growth opportunities in emerging markets.
Ecological Co construction Concept: Advocating the vision of "Building a Better Logistics World Together", promoting cooperation consensus among participating enterprises, jointly improving the global logistics service network, enhancing supply chain resilience and efficiency, and assisting in the high-quality development of global trade.
At present, the preparations for the conference are coming to an end, and the enthusiasm of global logistics companies to register continues to rise. Industry insiders say that the 14th GLA Global Logistics Enterprise Conference will inject new momentum into the recovery of the global logistics industry in the post pandemic era, build an efficient and reliable cooperation bridge for domestic and foreign logistics enterprises, and promote the global logistics industry to enter a new stage of coordinated development.