The 5th edition of the Supply Chain and Logistics Conclave 2026, organised by Team Marksmen Network, concluded on a high note in New Delhi on July 16, reaffirming its position as one of India’s premier platforms for advancing dialogue on supply chain innovation, logistics transformation and digital resilience.
Supported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, the conclave brought together over 300 delegates, 70+ industry leaders, senior policymakers, technology innovators and supply chain experts from across the manufacturing, retail, logistics, healthcare, infrastructure and technology sectors. The event focused on charting the future of agile, sustainable and digitally enabled supply chains.
Through keynote sessions, panel discussions and three dedicated industry tracks, the conclave explored critical themes including AI-driven supply chains, automation, digital supply networks, multimodal logistics, warehouse innovation, ESG, procurement transformation, risk management and supply chain resilience.
The event featured an impressive line-up of speakers, including Dr Ajay Dua, Former Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industry; Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, Former Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation; Vishal Sharma, CEO, Godrej Industries; Shailendra Shukla, Managing Director, Eaton Industries; Samrat Sehgal, Global Head – Supply Chain, Dabur India; Ashwani Bhargava, Senior Director – India Supply Chain, Boeing; Mahesh Gupta, Head of Supply Chain Management, DS Group; Sachin Apte, Chief Procurement Officer, Welspun World; Rahul Poddar, Head of Procurement, South Asia, Nestlé; and Sanjeev Jain, Member of the Board & Director – Purchase, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India.
Highlighting the significance of the event, Dr Vandana Singh, Chairperson, Federation of Aviation Industry in India (FAII), said, “The fifth edition of the Supply Chain and Logistics Conclave reaffirmed the importance of collaboration, innovation, and technology in creating future-ready supply chains. The quality of discussions and the active participation from industry stakeholders reflect the sector’s commitment to driving operational excellence and sustainable growth.” The conclave also provided valuable networking opportunities, enabling participants to establish new partnerships, exchange best practices, and explore collaborative initiatives that will accelerate innovation across the supply chain ecosystem.
The conclave also welcomed Smt Meenakshi Lekhi, former minister of state for external affairs and culture, Government of India, as the guest of honour. Addressing the gathering, she remarked, “Supply chain management may not always be in the spotlight, but it remains one of the most critical pillars of economic growth,” emphasising that resilient supply chains and efficient logistics networks are fundamental to India’s economic ambitions and global competitiveness.
The event also celebrated excellence through the Champions of Supply Chain Awards, recognising organisations and professionals for outstanding achievements in operational excellence, digital transformation, sustainability and supply chain innovation.
Reflecting on the event’s milestone fifth edition, Rishi Kapoor, CEO & Director, Team Marksmen Network, said the conclave has evolved into a platform where meaningful conversations lead to industry-wide transformation.
“Over the past five years, the Supply Chain and Logistics Conclave has become much more than an industry event. It is a platform where ideas are exchanged, partnerships are forged and the future of supply chains is shaped through collaboration and innovation,” he said.
With strong participation from industry leaders, policymakers and technology experts, the Supply Chain and Logistics Conclave 2026 reinforced its role as a catalyst for thought leadership, strategic collaboration and next-generation solutions that will drive the evolution of India’s supply chain and logistics ecosystem.
