October 23-24, 2025: 2025 Next-Gen Smart Logistics Conference Sponsored by: CCALS, CILTNA and Old Dominion University
Date/Time
Date(s) - 23 October 2025 - 24 October 2025
8:30 am EDT - 5:00 pm EDT
About the Conference
Join an international gathering of logistics professionals to hear from industry leaders about trends and advances in the field. Hosted in Norfolk, VA, home to one of the world’s safest and most advanced ports and a gateway to multimodal transportation through the US and beyond, the conference will bring together leaders from industry, government, and academia to explore how artificial intelligence, digital twins, robotics, and advanced analytics are reshaping freight movement, multimodal logistics, and supply chain resilience.
From AI-powered rail scheduling to smart ports, from ethical AI governance to workforce transformation, attendees will explore the latest innovations and practical applications that are transforming logistics networks across rail, maritime, road, and intermodal systems.
Conference Date: October 23-24, 2025
Cost
- Corporate: $300
- Government employees: $150
- Students: $75
- ODU students and faculty: Free
Location: Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia
Call for Presenters 
We invite thought leaders, practitioners, researchers, and innovators to share their expertise, case studies, and forward-looking insights with an engaged, cross-sector audience. We invite you to submit abstracts that explore the future of logistics across eight key tracks (listed below). We encourage submissions not only in these areas but also welcome proposals on any emerging topics related to the evolving landscape of next generation smart logistics.
Presentation Formats
We welcome abstract proposals for:
- Case Study Presentations (20–30 minutes)
- Technical Talks / Research Presentations (20–30 minutes)
- Panel Discussions (45–60 minutes) – moderator + multiple speakers
Why Present?
- Share your expertise with a highly engaged audience of logistics professionals, researchers, and policymakers.
- Position yourself and your organization as a thought leader in AI-driven logistics innovation.
- Network with decision-makers shaping the future of freight movement in North America and globally.
- Influence industry adoption of cutting-edge AI and analytics solutions.
- Recognition and Awards: Best Presentation Award for each track.
Key Dates for Presenters
- Abstract Submission Deadline: September 19, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: September 30, 2025
- Final Presentation Slides Due: October 15, 2025
Last modified: 11 September 2025