Supply Chain Conferences 2025–2026: Where to Meet BlueCargo
There’s no shortage of questions that supply chain teams have and share right now.
Companies are rethinking budgets against an uncertain economy and new tariff scenarios, which have a change almost on a daily basis; Cargo theft is rising like never before (it's bad and costing around $35 billion), detention and demurrage rules have been rewritten, rail consolidation is shifting inland strategies, and the push toward nearshoring is colliding with the realities of global sourcing.
Add to that the pressure to make AI practical, and you'll find yourself on the same boat as many other who need visibility and cost control going into 2026.
This is exactly why many in our the industry are coming together at upcoming major conferences and forums in the 6 months ahead. Each event provides a different lens, from policy debates in Washington to trade growth in Norfolk, compliance webinars, or contract strategy at TPM26. BlueCargo will be there, because these are the conversations that matter to most of you: how to bring structure, accuracy, and measurable savings to international containerized freight.
👉 And if you’re not heading out in Q4 2025 or Q1 2026, click here to book a quick discovery call with our team.
NITLeague Engage Policy Forum: Washington, DC (2025, Sold Out)
Focus: National policy and shipper advocacy.
Why you’d want to go: This forum brings shippers face-to-face with policymakers and regulators. If your business depends on how detention & demurrage rules are enforced, how rail competition evolves post-merger, or whether chassis and port access policies change, this is where those discussions happen. The outcomes here often shape the compliance and cost environment for the next several years.
Status: Sold out
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HTA Webinar (October 2025): New D&D Billing Rule
Speakers: Alexandra Griffon, Pedro Matias (BlueCargo).
Focus: Compliance with the FMC’s detention and demurrage billing rule.
Why you’d want to attend: This rule is reshaping how invoices are issued, documented, and disputed. For any shipper or trucking partner. This webinar explains the rule, its gray areas, and how technology can help you stay compliant without adding headcount.
👉 Contact HTA for registration.
VMA25 International Trade Symposium: Norfolk, VA | Oct 14–16, 2025
Theme: Forward - shaping the future of international trade.
Why you’d want to go: The Mid-Atlantic is a growing hub for import/export flows, and this symposium is its flagship event. Attendees get insight into tariff policy, port security, AI-driven trade optimization, and what 2026 holds for BCOs and carriers. If your freight touches Norfolk or surrounding ports, this is the room where strategies are being made.
Meet with Grant or John
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SCITC, South Carolina International Trade Conference: Kiawah Island, SC | Oct 28–30, 2025
Theme: Pushing New Limits: Innovation & Performance.
Why you’d want to go: South Carolina ports are expanding quickly, and SCITC draws a mix of carriers, shippers, and port leaders. The focus is on balancing growth with efficiency and reliability which are critical if you’re managing supply chains through Charleston or Savannah. Expect discussions on performance metrics, port investments, and what innovation really means for operations on the ground.
Meet with Tyler or Gideon
👉 Register here
HIMC25: Houston, TX | Nov 2–5, 2025
Theme: The Future of Shipping is Here.
Why you’d want to go: The Houston International Maritime conference is unique as the city itself is a top container port and an energy hub. HIMC25 blends container trade, tanker markets, and inland distribution challenges into one agenda. If your network involves Gulf gateways, energy-linked logistics, or you’re balancing both container and bulk shipments, this event gives you a strategic look at the future of Houston’s role in global trade.
Meet with Aurelie or Shane
👉 Register here
RILA LINK 2026: Orlando, FL | Feb 1–4, 2026
Focus: Retail logistics and supply chain innovation.
Why you’d want to go: RILA is where all major retailers gather to discuss transportation, fulfillment, and customs challenges and the playbook essentials for how retail supply chains will evolve in 2026. If you’re a retailer, supplier, 3PL, or carrier, it’s the best place to hear directly what matters to (other) retailers and where investments will be focused.
Meet with Grant and Liz
👉 Register here
Manifest 2026: Las Vegas, NV | Feb 9–11, 2026
Focus: The future of supply chain, logistics, and investment.
Why you’d want to go: Manifest is really about innovation and scaling. It’s the crossroads of startups, established providers, shippers, and investors. If you want to benchmark technologies, explore AI and automation solutions, or connect with early-stage innovators, this is the show to attend. It’s fast-paced, forward-looking, and full of new ideas that will hit the market in the next few years.
You can schedule your 1:1 meeting today
👉 Register here
TPM26: Long Beach, CA | Mar 1–4, 2026 or also called "The Super Bowl of Supply Chain Events"
Focus: Global container shipping, contracts, and BCO–carrier relationships.
Why you’d want to go: TPM is the most important conference for containerized shipping strategy. It’s where service contracts are previewed, market forecasts are delivered, and carrier–shipper negotiations begin to take shape. If your role involves procurement, contracts, or planning 2026 budgets, you cannot afford to miss TPM, they say that the tone set here ripples through the entire year.
You can book already a private meeting on our Suite here
👉 Register here
👉 And if you’re not heading out in Q4 2025 or Q1 2026, click here to book a quick discovery call with our team to discuss cost control, invoice accuracy, and visibility in your supply chain.
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