Multimodal 2025

Your Supply Chain revolution starts now: Multimodal 2025 is fast approaching

Are you ready to be part of the future of logistics?  Multimodal 2025, the UK's unrivalled supply chain and logistics event, is fast approaching.  Bringing together the supply chain and logistics community for the 18th year, Multimodal in 2025 will take place from 17th to 19th June in Hall 4 at the NEC in Birmingham.  This isn't just another industry event; it's a three-day immersion into innovation, connection, and unprecedented opportunity.

Once again Multimodal will bring shippers and cargo owners to the free to attend show to improve their businesses by finding ways of moving their products more efficiently, more sustainably, and more cost effectively. Hosting every logistics sector, Multimodal offers a unique opportunity to make valuable face-to-face contact with new prospects and to network with existing suppliers.

Key vertical sectors attending include manufacturing, retail, agribusiness, chemical, automotive, electronics, FMCG, food & drink, fashion, pharmaceuticals, construction, aerospace, energy, real estate, recycling, paper/print, and perishables.

The event in 2024 was the most successful to date, with a sell-out exhibition, unprecedented visitor numbers and the most ever entries to its industry-leading Awards. Over the three days of the show, 307 exhibitors showcased their products and services to 13,003 visitors – an increase of 6% on the previous year. In addition, the much coveted awards ceremony received over 250 entries, beating all previous figures.  And for the third year running, the Awards evening was a complete sell out.

The logistics industry is undergoing a digital transformation, driven by advancements in automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. Multimodal 2025 offers a platform to explore these technologies firsthand.   Sustainability and ethical practices are increasingly important considerations for logistics professionals. Multimodal 2025 highlights the industry’s commitment to environmental responsibility, showcasing eco-friendly logistics solutions and sustainable supply chain initiatives.
 
Hosting every logistics sector, Multimodal offers a unique opportunity to make valuable face-to-face contact with new prospects and to network with existing suppliers, offering:

• Unprecedented access: Step into a world where shippers, cargo owners, and every facet of the logistics sector converge.
• Proven Success: 2024 smashed all previous records: a sold-out exhibition, unprecedented visitor numbers, and award entries that redefined industry excellence. 307 exhibitors, 13,003 attendees, and a sold-out awards evening.
• Knowledge engine: Free to attend conference sessions spanning across four theatres, curated with industry leaders and featuring presentations and discussions from Logistics UK, the United Kingdom Warehousing Association, the British International Freight Association the Cold Chain Federation, the Rail Freight Group, the Chartered Institute of Transport and Logistics, the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, and the Road Haulage Association.
• Digital leadership: Google Digital Garage is back once again, this year with 9 sessions to arm you with digital and social marketing prowess. Plus, personalised mentoring sessions on their stand.
• AI Revolution: New for 2025: the AI Clinic. Interactive sessions and expert consultations delivered by Problems Solved.   These clinics are an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about how AI can transform their business. Whether you have a specific AI issue or just want to understand how it can help improve your supply chain operations, the experts from Problems Solved will be on hand to provide practical advice and clear answers.
   

The Multimodal exhibition will include hundreds of companies showcasing the latest innovations in supply chain, including Malcolm Logistics, Kuehne+Nagel, Maersk, Freightliner, DP World, COSCO, Port of Tyne, Bristol Port Company, Ocean Network Express (Europe), Maritime Transport, Great British Railways & Network Rail, and Mediterranean Shipping Company.

Multimodal will be hosting two networking events: the Multimodal Awards on the 17th of June, and the Multimodal Mixer on the 18th June.  The Mixer is free to attend to all exhibitors and visitors and will take place on the 18th between 5 to 7pm in the exhibition hall and gives all attendees a chance to carry on networking in a relaxed atmosphere over drinks and nibbles.

You are invited! Register now: Secure your free pass to Multimodal

The Multimodal Awards, which celebrate excellence in rail, road, air, maritime, and freight forwarding services were open for nominations until 28th March 2025 with voting for the Finalists opening from 7th April through to the 23rd May.  The categories for nomination are Rail Freight Company, Road Freight Company, Air Freight Company, Sea Freight Company, Port Company, and 3PL of the Year.

As the Modal Awards are nominated and voted for by the thousands of readers of the Multimodal Newsletter and exhibitors and visitors to Multimodal, through an independent Awards nomination and voting system, this makes them one of the fairest industry Awards.
 
The written Awards are also open for Entries with the deadline of 22nd April with finalists being announced on 1st May when the entries will be sent off to the independent panel of judges for their expert review.  Submissions for the written Awards are welcome in these categories: Best Warehouse Operation, Customs Technology Partner, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Company, Best Technology Company, Shipper/Partner of the Year, Sustainability Company and Young Logistics Professional.

All Award Winners will be announced at the sell-out Multimodal 2025 Awards evening held at the stunning VOX Centre on the NEC estate on the evening of 17th June.

Reserve your seats at the Multimodal Awards

Martin Bayfield is the Host of the 2025 Awards ceremony.  A hugely entertaining after dinner speaker, with impeccable comic timing, Martin is a regular contributor to BT Sports Rugby coverage and was co-presenter on BBC's Crimewatch for many years.  Martin is currently a presenter for BT Sports Premiership Rugby and European Rugby Union tournaments, as well as being involved in popular shows such as Rugby Tonight for the channel.  Martin has also been a key member of ITV’s broadcast team since 2016, being a regular presenter during the Six Nations.

At 6'10" Martin Bayfield was one of the tallest players in rugby, a gift he used to full advantage as one of England's most potent forwards. Since retiring, his height has helped win him the part of Robbie Coltrane's body double as the giant Hagrid in the Harry Potter films.

Multimodal 2025 isn't just an event; it's where you redefine your supply chain, unlock new opportunities, and secure your competitive advantage.

To find out more about being part of the exhibition, conference or the Multimodal Awards please visit www.multimodal.org.uk, or contact Robert Jervis, Event Director on +44 (0)20 7384 7760 | robert.jervis@clarionevents.com Visitors can register to attend at https://bit.ly/4jg8nUj or via the website.