3PL Value Creation Europe Summit 2026

Logisyn Advisors is pleased to announce that we will co-host the 3PL Value Creation Europe Summit with Armstrong & Associates on November 12 at the World Trade Center in Barcelona.

Set on the Port of Barcelona, one of Europe's foremost container ports and a key gateway for Mediterranean trade, the summit brings together C-suite logistics executives, private equity professionals, and technology leaders for a focused day of discussion on the forces shaping the global 3PL market.

Expect candid conversations on M&A activity, AI and automation, e-commerce growth, and shifting transportation dynamics, delivered through panel discussions and open executive dialogue.

If you're looking to stay informed and connect with peers navigating the same landscape, this is the room to be in.

Tentative Agenda

• 9:00am • Networking & Coffee

  Registration, badges, and networking in the exhibitor space.

• 9:30am • Welcome & Current State of the Third-Party Logistics Industry Market Research

  Armstrong & Associates opens the Summit by presenting a data-driven overview of the European and global 3PL market, covering current market size and trends, key growth drivers, and emerging challenges shaping the logistics landscape.

  Host: Evan Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer, Armstrong & Associates

• 9:45am • Global 3PL View & Regional Variations

  The third-party logistics industry is being reshaped by globalization, rapid digital innovation, and rising customer expectations, with strong growth in Asia-Pacific and ongoing transformation across mature European markets. This executive-level session explores global opportunities and how leading European 3PLs are positioning through technology, sustainability, and evolving supply chain strategies to position for what comes next.

  Panelists:
  Roel Steigerwald, VP Global Forwarding Europe, C.H. Robinson

  Moderator: Evan Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer, Armstrong & Associates

• 10:40am • Networking Break

  Networking and refreshments in the exhibitor space.

• 11:10 • Major Deal Factors Driving Global M&A Activity

  This panel examines the leading trends shaping investment decisions among strategic buyers and financial sponsors worldwide. It also explores how investors are underwriting growth in today’s uncertain economic environment.

  Panelists: Coming Soon!

  Moderator: Ron Lentz, CEO / Managing Partner, Logisyn Advisors

• 12:05pm • The Convergence of Technology and Logistics: Building a Truly Connected Global Supply Chain

  Artificial intelligence and robotics are no longer future concepts. They are actively transforming how supply chains operate today, enabling predictive insights and real-time optimization. This session explores how technology is converging to create smarter, more resilient, and more efficient logistics networks.

  Panelists:
  Carolina Ciprés, Director of Research, Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC)
  John Pennypacker, Strategic Account Director, Logistics, Altana

  Moderator: Jamison Mize, VP EMEA, Armstrong & Associates

• 1:00pm • Networking Luncheon

  The lunch is designed for open networking and casual conversation.

• 2:00pm • Contract Logistics and E-Commerce Fulfillment

  E-commerce continues to grow steadily, creating both challenges and opportunities for 3PL providers as they adapt to rising expectations for omnichannel retail, value-added warehousing, and faster, more accurate delivery. This panel will explore how 3PLs are leveraging technology and sustainability-focused innovations to improve fulfillment efficiency and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving supply chain landscape.

  Panelists:
  Jake Arnold, Logistics Partner Manager, AfterShip
  Dries De Love, CEO Central Europe 3PL bpost

  Moderator: Evan Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer, Armstrong & Associates

• 3:00pm • Freight Forwarding Trends & Niches

  The freight forwarding sector is changing rapidly, driven by new regulations, growing trade complexity, and shifting global supply chains. This panel will explore how digitalization, sustainability pressures, and niche specialization are reshaping the industry, while highlighting how companies are adapting and where the most promising opportunities for competitiveness lie.

  Panelists:
  Tristan Bierenbroodspot, Founding Partner, Stealth Company

  Moderator: Peter Reed, Managing Director: Europe, Logisyn Advisors

• 3:55pm • Summit Wrap-up & Closing Thoughts

  Closing remarks from Armstrong & Associates and Logisyn Advisors.

• 4:00pm • Reception & Networking

  Cocktails and networking with fellow attendees, panelists, and sponsors.

Sponsorship Opportunities

• Platinum Sponsor • $6,000/€5,460

  • One panel opportunity for a senior-level member of your company

  • Four complimentary, all-access passes to the conference

  • Company logo featured on the event website, in order of sponsorship level

  • Company logo featured on all e-mail marketing efforts, in order of sponsorship level

  • Emailed copy of the preliminary attendee list – 3 days prior to the event

  • Emailed copy of the final attendee list – 1 week following the event

• Gold Sponsor • $4,000/€3,650

  • Three complimentary, all-access passes to the conference

  • Company logo featured on the event website, in order of sponsorship level

  • Company logo featured on all e-mail marketing efforts, in order of sponsorship level

  • Emailed copy of the preliminary attendee list – 3 days prior to the event

  • Emailed copy of the final attendee list – 1 week following the event

Attendee Demographics • 2024 & 2025