Impact of the New Global Supply Chain Landscape and How Customs Can Transform Challenges into Opportunities

SPEAKERS

Lars Karlsson Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting Maersk, A.P. Moller - Maersk

ABOUT THE SESSION

Lars Karlson, the Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting at A.P. Moller-Maersk, brings over three decades of experience in customs, borders, and international trade policy to the Container Shipping Conference 2024. As one of the foremost leaders in the field, Lars will explore the impact of the new global supply chain landscape and how customs can play a pivotal role in transforming challenges into opportunities. 

In his session, Lars Karlson will delve into Global Trade 2.0, outlining the rapid and transformative changes expected in the coming years. He will discuss the adaptation to new demands, regulations, and trade digitalization, emphasizing how customs and supply chain visibility are crucial in navigating the evolving landscape. Through smart containers and smart borders, Lars will highlight trusted trade lanes that can provide the foundation for smoother operations and more resilient global trade. 
 

Key Topics Covered: 
 

• Global Trade 2.0 is Here: 

The global trade landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Lars will explore how Global Trade 2.0 is set to bring more changes in the next five years than have been seen in the last 50 years. With rapidly shifting dynamics, it’s essential to understand the direction of these changes and how to stay ahead. 

• Adapting to New Unknowns and Demands: 

As the industry adapts to new regulatory reforms, including ESG supply chain legislation, Lars will examine how companies can prepare for unknown challenges and emerging demands. These shifts will require agility and foresight. 

• Emerging Trusted Trade Lanes: 

With smart containers and smart borders, new trade lanes are being managed through enhanced supply chain visibility. Lars will discuss how these trusted trade lanes are essential in enhancing efficiency and sustainability in global trade. 

• Trade Digitalization as a Key Opportunity: 

Trade digitalization is unlocking new opportunities to better plan for the unplannable. Lars will focus on how digitization can create resilient, flexible systems, offering businesses the tools needed to manage unpredictable global trade shifts effectively. 

 

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