Australasian Supply Chain and Logistics Association Ltd upcoming events

WEBINAR: Winning the Last Mile as a Competitive Advantage (13 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

WINNING THE LAST MILE AS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

What separates high-performing delivery networks? Discover how leading organisations are using AI, agility and customer-centric strategies to gain a competitive advantage.

Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
Time: 11.00am to 12.00noon (AEST)
Venue: Online
Cost: No Charge

Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 12 August 2026

ABOUT THIS EVENT

The last mile is no longer just about completing the delivery—it's becoming a key driver of customer experience, operational performance and competitive advantage.

According to the Eye on the Last Mile APAC Report, delivery costs have increased by 18.9%, while customer expectations continue to evolve, with 40% of consumers prioritising delivery predictability over speed (22%). At the same time, 48% of operators are expanding outsourced delivery capacity, and 78% are progressing on their AI maturity journey, highlighting a shift toward more agile, data-driven delivery networks.

Join this executive discussion to explore how leading organisations are responding to these changes by balancing cost, capacity and customer experience, and how AI is enabling better visibility, smarter decision-making and more resilient last-mile operations. Learn practical strategies Australian organisations can apply to turn delivery into a lasting competitive advantage.

PRESENTERS

Varun Chadha - Associate Vice President ANZ, FarEyeVarun works with enterprise manufacturers and retailers across Australia and New Zealand to modernise their transportation and delivery operations. He advises organisations on addressing complex logistics challenges through intelligent orchestration, automation, and AI-powered technology. With a strong understanding of the Global supply chain landscape, Varun helps businesses improve operational efficiency, customer experience, and resilience across their delivery networks.

Steven Ballerini - CEO, Australian Supply Chain & Logistics Association (ASCLA)
Steven Ballerini is an experienced executive and business transformation leader with deep expertise in fourth-party logistics (4PL) and technology-enabled supply chain services. He has led and scaled complex 4PL operations, operating at the intersection of strategy, technology, procurement, and multi-vendor logistics environments to deliver measurable improvements in cost, service, and supply chain resilience for enterprise clients.
Steven has held several senior executive roles with full P&L accountability, leading large-scale turnarounds and go-to-market transformations. He is recognised for his ability to align boards, executives, and operational teams around clear commercial objectives while embedding disciplined execution and high-performance cultures.
A trusted advisor to C-suite leaders and company directors, Steven is known for his energy, commercial insight and collaborative leadership style. He holds an Executive MBA from Melbourne Business School and a Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Swinburne University.

Andrew McKenna - Managing Director, McKenna Worldwide and Quantium Solutions Australia
Andrew brings decades of leadership experience across the freight, logistics, and franchise sectors as Managing Director of McKenna Worldwide and Quantium Solutions Australia, a business backed by more than 40 years of logistics heritage in the region. Quantium Solutions formerly owned and operated by SingPost, where Andrew was the Country Manager for ANZ.
Prior to joining Quantium, Andrew held senior leadership positions with Aramex, Fastway Couriers and Metcash where Andrew’s expertise and direction led business & franchise strategy and development initiatives that supported network growth and operational excellence, across logistics and the FMCG sector, driving real transformational change.
Most recently, Andrew spearheaded the acquisition of the Global Sendle® brand and trademarks, relaunching this highly regarded and trusted small-business delivery and services partner and platform, aligned with his existing Quantium Solutions' national logistics infrastructure.
Drawing on his extensive expertise in franchising, operations, and supply chain management, Andrew is committed to helping consumers and businesses alike, throughout Australian and International markets access reliable, trusted and scalable logistics solutions, integrated within a global network.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Designed for senior leaders across supply chain, logistics, operations and technology, this session is ideal for those shaping the future of delivery within their organisations. Whether you're responsible for operational performance, customer fulfilment, digital transformation or network strategy, you'll gain practical insights to help turn last-mile delivery into a sustainable competitive advantage.

NSW: B dynamic Logistics Site Tour. (14 Aug 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 03:00:00 GMT

B DYNAMIC LOGISTICS SITE TOUR

Three operations. One roof. A team that makes it happen.

The ASCLA NSW team is pleased to invite members to an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of B dynamic Logistics, an ASCLA Platinum Partner, at its Kemps Creek facility in Western Sydney.

This is a rare opportunity to experience a live, multi-format 3PL operation where B2B, B2C, and Big & Bulky fulfilment run side by side under one roof. Operating from a 22,000 sqm facility, B dynamic supports leading national and global brands across premium fashion retail, automotive spare parts distribution, and big & bulky e-commerce, all within the same highly coordinated operation.

Event Access & Registration
To help us manage event access and catering, all attendees must be registered in advance. Please note that walk-ins will not be permitted on the day.

Date:	Friday, 14 August 2026
Time:	1:00pm to 3:00pm (AEST). registration, networking, and light refreshments from 1:00 pm, with the tour to follow.
Venue:	B dynamic Logistics, 5 Darrabara Avenue, Kemps Creek, NSW 2178 (Note: car access via Birragu Close)
Meeting Point:	Site Reception
Cost:	Members – $25 / Non-Members – $59
PPE:	Attendees must wear fully enclosed shoes and bring their own high-visibility vest. *No PPE, No Admission.*
Photography:	Subject to approval

Registrations are subject to approval by B dynamic Logistics. Provisional confirmations will be sent to all registrants. Final confirmations will be provided on or before Wednesday, 12th August. Full refunds will be made to anyone not confirmed to attend.

Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Places are strictly limited. Register now to secure yours.

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Attendees will follow the end-to-end journey of an order—from Goods Inwards through to dispatch—and gain practical insight into how the business balances vastly different order profiles, service expectations, and fulfilment models without compromising speed, accuracy, or customer service. It is a compelling example of how thoughtful facility design, operational discipline, and technology enable multiple supply chains to operate seamlessly within a shared environment.

Beyond the operation itself, the visit provides an opportunity to see how B dynamic's people-first culture translates into day-to-day performance. Known for its engaged workforce and collaborative approach, the business demonstrates how people, process, and technology work together to sustain reliable, high-volume operations while continuously improving performance.

Whether your interest is warehouse operations, fulfilment, automation, continuous improvement, or supply chain leadership, this site visit offers valuable, practical insights into how a modern third-party logistics provider delivers operational excellence at scale.

WHAT YOU'LL SEE IN PRACTICE

How a single 22,000 sqm facility is designed and operated to support B2B, B2C, and Big & Bulky fulfilment simultaneously.
The end-to-end flow of operations, from Goods Inwards through to dispatch, across diverse order profiles and customer requirements.
How fashion retail, automotive spare parts, and big & bulky e-commerce clients are managed within a shared, multi-client operation.
How warehouse layout, space, labour, and resources are balanced to maintain service levels when multiple operations compete for capacity.
How end-to-end visibility is achieved across mixed-client, multi-format operations using warehouse management systems and operational technology.
Where constraints and bottlenecks typically occur, and the practical approaches used to manage them while maintaining operational performance.
How people, process, and technology work together to enable safe, efficient, and reliable operations—with technology supporting frontline teams rather than replacing them.
How continuous improvement is embedded into everyday operations to drive productivity, service, and operational excellence.
What a people-first culture looks like in practice, and how strong leadership and team engagement sustain reliability in a high-volume warehouse environment.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Supply Chain & Logistics professionals
Warehouse, Operations & Transport leaders
Demand & Supply Planners
Procurement & Sourcing specialists
Fulfilment and e-commerce operations professionals
Emerging professionals and mentoring programme participants
Industry peers and partners

VIC/TAS: Meet the Board - Networking Night (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:30:00 GMT

MEET THE BOARD - NETWORKING NIGHT

Meet the ASCLA Board and VIC/TAS Division Committee and connect with professionals across the supply chain industry. Build valuable relationships, learn about upcoming initiatives, and discover opportunities to get involved.

Date: Thursday, 20 August 2026
Time: 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Venue: The Wharf Hotel, 18/38 Siddeley St, Docklands VIC
Cost: Members - $20 / Non-Members - $35

Registrations close at COB onTuesday, 18 August 2026

Closest Parking Facilities

World Trade Centre Car Park (WTC Wharf): Located onsite at 18-38 Siddeley St with 307 spaces. Rates start around $8 for 30 minutes up to a $65 daily max, with early bird rates around $21. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Siddeley Street Car Park: Located nearby at 671-701 Flinders St / Siddeley St with 588 spaces. Open 24/7 with evening and weekend flat rates around $17. (1, 2, 3)
Explore facility rates and details via the World Trade Centre - Nationwide Parking (1)
Check alternative options at Siddeley Street Car Park (1)

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Join us for an evening of networking with the ASCLA Board, VIC/TAS Committee members and fellow supply chain professionals. Whether you're in manufacturing, logistics, procurement, FMCG, or operations, this event offers an opportunity to expand your network, exchange ideas, learn about ASCLA's upcoming initiatives, and explore ways to engage with the supply chain community.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Manufacturers, supply chain leaders, logistics and operations professionals, procurement professionals, innovators, FMCG professionals, and anyone interested in building connections within the supply chain industry.

Event Access & Registration

To help us manage event access and catering, all attendees must be registered in advance. Please note that walk-ins will not be permitted on the day.

QLD - Export Council of Australia: Export Ready Workshops (26 Aug 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Export Ready Workshop Series
Brisbane | Sunshine Coast

Presented by the Export Council of Australia

Explore International Opportunities for Your Business

9.00am to 4.00pm (AEST)	26 August 2026	Sunshine Coast
9.00am to 4.00pm (AEST)	27 August 2026	Brisbane


Free to attend \| Places are limited

Whether you are new to exporting, considering international expansion, or already exporting and looking to strengthen your capabilities, these FREE Export Ready Workshops are designed to help you navigate the global marketplace with confidence.

Suitable for:

Emerging exporters taking their first steps into international markets
Businesses considering whether exporting is the right growth pathway
Established exporters wanting to refine their export strategy and enhance their skills
Indigenous businesses exploring opportunities in global markets

Learn about:

Assessing your export readiness
Identifying international market opportunities
Developing effective market entry strategies
Managing export risks and challenges
Leveraging available export support, programs, and resources

Join the Export Council of Australia to gain practical insights, expert guidance, and valuable connections that can help your business grow beyond Australia's borders.

NSW: Let's Taco about Supply Chain. 26 August 2026 (26 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

LET'S TACO ABOUT SUPPLY CHAIN
Great Networking Opportunity

Looking for a chance to network in a relaxed environment? Join us at El Camino for "Let’s Taco About Supply Chain" – an evening of good food, great company, and insightful conversations.

Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
Time: 6.00pm  - 9.00pm
Venue:  El Camino, 18 Argyle St, The Rocks NSW
Cost:  Members - No charge / Non-members - $50

Registrations close at COB on Monday, 24 August 2026

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Are you interested in supply chain conversations and looking for a chance to network in a relaxed environment? Join us at El Camino for "Let’s Taco About Supply Chain" – an evening of good food, great company, and insightful conversations.

We’ll provide the tacos with drinks available for purchase. It’s the perfect chance to relax, network, and dive into supply chain topics in a casual setting.

Whether you’re an industry expert or just curious, come along and let’s taco about the future of supply chain!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

SCLAA members, Supply Chain professionals and anyone interested in Supply Chain.

Event Access & Registration
To help us manage event access and catering, all attendees must be registered in advance. Please note that walk-ins will not be permitted on the day.

Three-part Legal Webinar Series. Part 2: Employment law in motion. (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT

This is the second webinar in a three-part legal series designed to equip supply chain and logistics businesses with timely, practical legal insights — from the fast-evolving landscape of privacy and surveillance compliance, to major employment law reforms reshaping workforce obligations, to the tax complexities of buying or selling a business.

PART 2: EMPLOYMENT LAW IN MOTION

What supply chain and logistics employers need to know now and for the year ahead.

Major workplace law changes are reshaping Australia’s supply chain and logistics sector. This session covers impacts on flexibility, leave, superannuation, and compliance, with practical steps for employers to manage risk and prepare teams.

Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026
Time: 11.30am - 12.30pm
Venue: Online
Cost: No charge

Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 26 August 2026

ABOUT THIS EVENT

In 2026, Australia’s employment landscape is undergoing some of the most significant shifts in a decade.

In this session, Victoria Comino, Lead Partner of our Workplace Relations practice, unpacks the latest legal changes affecting supply chain and logistics employers — from obligations around flexible work, new parental leave obligations, superannuation reforms, and tightening rules around casual conversion — and explores current trends and what’s on the horizon for the year ahead. Attendees will walk away with clarity on risks and implications for warehousing and transport environments, as well as the practical steps leaders should take to prepare their workforces and HR systems.

PRESENTER

Victoria Comino - Lead Partner, Rigby Cooke Lawyers’ Workplace Relations group

With over 20 years of workplace relations experience across both legal and commercial practice, Victoria’s expertise includes advising employers across a number of industry sectors, including transport and logistics, manufacturing, finance, security, pharmaceutical, residential construction, hospitality, professional services and local government. Victoria has a particular interest in assisting employers facing litigation such as unfair dismissal and adverse action.

Prior to her admission to legal practice, Victoria worked in employee relations and human resources in the finance, automotive, and local government sectors.

Victoria leverages her extensive experience as a lawyer and senior human resources practitioner to deliver practical and commercial advice and support to her clients. She provides prompt and straightforward guidance, enabling her clients to make informed business decisions.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Supply chain and logistics leaders — including General Managers, Operations Managers, HR Directors and HR Managers, In-house Counsel, and compliance and risk professionals, as well as business owners — will benefit from this webinar, particularly those responsible for workforce management, employee relations, and operational compliance.

ASCLA Virtual Summit (02 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

ANNUAL ASCLA VIRTUAL SUMMIT

SECURE YOUR SEAT. TRANSFORM YOUR FUTURE.

The 2026 ASCLA Annual Virtual Summit is here to reignite the global conversation on supply chain excellence, transformation, and resilience.

Date: Wednesday, 2 September 1026
Time: From 10.00am
Venue: Online. Live from ASCLA Studios in Melbourne

Registration is FREE and open to everyone

This September, the most prominent online summit for B2B business and supply chain professionals returns with more insights, more experts, and more global connections than ever before. With rising tariffs, regional conflicts, and the imperative for digital transformation, supply chain leaders must be equipped with the latest strategies and tools to build resilience and drive growth.

Join us to gain actionable insights from industry experts, connect with a global network of professionals, and position your organisation at the forefront of supply chain innovation.

Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your operations
and lead with confidence in an era of unprecedented change.

SPEAKERS

Andrew Hudson Partner Rigby Cooke Lawyers	Sharyn County Australian Institute of Company Directors	Dominic Rego Managing Director *Logistics Executive Group*


Abdul Jaafar Group COO Versatile Group	*Maria Pallazollo* Executive Director & CEO GS1 Australia	Amir Hashemi Supply Chain Executive APAC Manufacturing & Distribution Networks

Archival Garcia Founder & CEO Ensemble	Henrik Jensen Co-Founder Datensonar	*Peter Stoner* Operations Manager Super Retail Group

WEBINAR: Transforming Complex Operational Planning. 3 September 2026 (03 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

TRANSFORMING COMPLEX OPERATIONAL PLANNING: Shifting from Manual Processes to Optimised Outcomes

Discover how purpose-built optimisation drives real efficiency gains in complex operational planning to boost your output, reduce costs and scale.

Date: Thursday, 3 September 2026
Time: 11:00am - 11.45am (AEST)
Venue: Online
Cost: No charge

Registrations close at COB on Wednesday, 2 September 2026

ABOUT THIS EVENT

Discover how purpose-built software harnessing mathematical algorithms drives real efficiency gains. Whether you’re managing a facility, moving physical products or running your own vertically-integrated supply chain.

In this webinar, Rav will cover:

How to recognise the hallmarks of a complex decision-based planning environment.
Identifying the right algorithmic technologies to leverage your complexity to your competitive advantage.
A transformation story outlining how one organisation reimagined its planning approach to support expansion and reduce costs.
Understanding where fit-for-purpose optimisation can unlock unmatched gains.
Insight into how organisations scale operations without growing their planning team, instead giving planners the tools to do their best work.

PRESENTER

Rav Raniga - General Manager New Business, Biarri

With 15 years of optimisation experience and as a mathematician by trade, Rav has helped organisations both locally and globally to leverage the power of algorithms to transform the way they plan and deploy their resources for maximal efficiency.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Designed for Heads of Supply Chain and senior leaders in Innovation, Optimisation and Transformation, Workforce Efficiency and Business Improvement across supply chain functions.

Webinar: We need to talk about the other half of safety (08 Sep 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:30:00 GMT

WEBINAR

WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT
THE OTHER HALF OF SAFETY

Mental Health in Supply Chain & Logistics

Join the Australasian Supply Chain & Logistics Association (ASCLA) CEO, Steven Ballerini, and Healthy Heads Trucks & Sheds (HHTS) CEO, Naomi Frauenfelder, for an unhurried, one-on-one conversation about the mental health of the people who keep our supply chains moving.

Free webinar ahead of R U OK? Day.

For decades, workplace safety in transport and logistics has focused on protecting people from physical harm. Today, we know that protecting mental health is just as important. Psychological injury, distress, burnout, and isolation are workplace safety issues too.

Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Time: 10.30am to 11.30am (AEST)
Venue: Online
Cost: No charge

Registrations close at Noon on Monday, 7 September 2026

ABOUT THIS EVENT

You'll hear what the data tells us about mental health across road transport, warehousing and logistics; why the nature of our work can take such a toll on people; and the practical actions leaders can take, the common pitfalls to avoid, and how to know whether they're making a difference.

This session covers mental health and wellbeing in the industry, and some of the themes may be distressing to some. If anything raises concerns for you, support is available — Lifeline on 13 11 14 or lifeline.org.au, and Healthy Heads offers free resources and a wellbeing app at healthyheads.org.au.

Held in the same week as R U OK? Day, this is a session for anyone whose decisions shape the conditions others work in.

Live, with moderated Q&A. Free to attend, and recorded for all who register.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This webinar is for anyone whose decisions shape the conditions others work in across road transport, warehousing and logistics — because so much of what affects people on the road and on the floor is created upstream, in an office.

That includes operations and transport managers, warehouse and depot leaders, HSE and WHS professionals, HR and people-and-culture teams, business owners and executives, and anyone responsible for rosters, workloads, contracts or the day-to-day culture of a team. It's equally relevant to drivers, supervisors and frontline staff who want to understand what good support looks like and what they can reasonably ask for.

No prior knowledge of psychosocial safety is needed. If you influence how people in this industry work — directly or from a distance — this session is for you.

MEGATRANS 2026 (16 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

THE SUPPLY CHAIN ONLY WORKS WHEN
EVERY LINK IS CONNECTED

18 - 19 September 2024
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

The SCLAA is proud to be an
Industry Partner of MEGATRANS 2024

Once again the ASCLA will be showcasing the latest supply chain trends and sustainability initiatives with expert speakers and panellists on our very own stage. You can catch it all at the ASCLA spotlight theatre operating right throughout the conference.

MegaTrans is the only exhibition and conference that brings the entire end-to-end supply chain together on one floor, from first mile to last, and every link in between.

No wasting time. No half-conversations. Just the full picture.

This is where road, rail, ports, warehousing, logistics, technology and infrastructure come together to have the whole supply chain conversation, in one place, at one time.

Register for FREE now!

2026 ASCLA Industry Awards Gala Dinner. 23 October 2026 (23 Oct 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT

2026 Australasian Supply Chain & Logistics Association Industry Awards Gala Dinner

The annual ASCLA Industry Awards gala dinner recognises the outstanding achievements of supply chain and logistics professionals and organisations across Australasia, celebrating industry excellence and championing collaboration, innovation, and success.

These prestigious Awards have been running for over 60 years making them the most sought after, recognised and influential awards across the Australasian Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport industries.

Date:	Friday, 23 October 2026
Time:	6.00pm start - for pre-dinner drinks and canapes
Venue:	Brisbane City Hall, 64 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City
Dress:	Ladies - Cocktail \| Gentlemen - Lounge Suit

Tickets from 1 August 2026 (incl GST)
Individual ticket ASCLA Members: $320
Individual ticket Non-Members: $350
Table of 10 Members/Non-Members: $3200

Guest speaker and MC to be announced shortly.

For more information on the ASCLA Industry Awards, Nominations and the Gala Dinner, click here.

Award Nominations NOW OPEN

Submissions close: Extended to Friday, 14 August 2026
Finalist/Shortlist Announced: Monday, 14 September 2026

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

ASCLA Industry Awards Website

The ASCLA proundly acknowledges our Sponsors
for the 2026 ASCLA Industry Awards.

PLATINUM SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSOR

INDIVIDUAL AWARD SPONSORS

*Transport & Logistics Excellence Award*	*Start-up Award*	Industry Excellence Award


*International Supply Chain Award*	*Environmental Excellence Award*

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