F&L is an international network of senior business leaders focused on freight logistics across the supply chain and operating in all sectors and transport modes, based across Europe and globally.
We inform, discus, debate, help innovation and best practise by bringing a diverse network of market players together. Manufacturers/brand owners form a large core of our network and we balance this with a diverse mix of others who are active in the global supply chain. The network is constantly changing and updating, and is significantly bigger than the list of member companies for the members’ benefit.
The objective of F&L is to create a safe space for leaders to come together for confidential discussion with a broad spectrum of leaders across other industries, sectors and geographies to network, learn, ask questions, inform themselves about the market and issues that concern them, and to exchange experiences – what’s going well, not so well and how can we prepare for what’s coming next?
We do not record any of our discussions, and press/media are not permitted.
Senior business leaders of manufacturers, brand owners, carriers, LSPs (all modes), ports, terminals, technology companies and platforms, retailers and suppliers, for multiple industry sectors and across all transport modes. Different countries all over the European continent. Academics and experts, thought-leaders and policymakers, NGOs, financiers, lawyers and insurance. Innovators, LogTech start-ups and scale-ups. They are typically based in Europe and most have global roles, remits and interests across supply chain, logistics, procurement, sustainability and more.
The F&L network is about a stimulating platform for dialogue – stakeholders across the supply chain, leaders from heavy manufacturing through to consumer goods, transport of all types, and more.
We have good relationships with experts, thought-leaders, regulators, global and European NGOs and others to offer member companies clarity on issues & open up new ideas.
Hear real stories behind the headlines and share your experience with a wide spectrum of European industry & logistics in one place. Bring the outside in to your experience. News, ideas, trends, new ideas & partnerships – in a trusted space.
It is no longer enough to be a frontrunner. The lines between our businesses are blurring and we must adapt and think forward to ensure we remain relevant within our own networks and value chains.
We know that none of us are big enough to solve any of today’s challenges on our own.
F&L gives you access to a European & global network of individuals. By getting into the room together to listen and talk across, up and down the end-to-end supply chain we improve our own results. Members see F&L as a tool for achieving competitive edge. All discussions – online and in-person – are held in confidence. Questions are encouraged. Members sit at the “same table” and all are welcome to contribute to and lead topics that they want to discuss. Members benefit from thought-leadership, innovation and access to expertise across all aspects of freight logistics. Many enjoy lifting their heads from the day job.
F&L is independent and does not lobby; that leaves us free to focus on member companies’ agendas.
You can engage as a member, as a thought-leader or contributor, as a sponsor, as an expert, as a practitioner, as a collaborator. This is a deliberately diverse network. Getting people into the same room for dialogue is the core.
Member companies contribute, collaborate, talk, listen and ask questions. Your colleagues are always welcome with no extra costs. Thought-leaders and contributors are often invited and we are always interested to meet anyone who may like to get involved. Sponsors see an opportunity for tremendous added value by getting involved in our in-person meetings as well as the relevant agenda discussions.
We are active 12 months of the year.
Questions welcome and please get in touch at any time.
This is a network of practitioners and leaders; people who make things happen. We are generally solutions-focused and look at the end-to-end supply chain. Topics are global and focus on short / medium term – while an element of blue sky thinking and post-2030 is included, discussions are practical and concrete. Members, experts, thought-leaders and marketplace dynamic often prompt dialogue which is relevant and timely.
F&L defines “sustainability” as profit, planet and people, looking at logistics and supply chain operations with a “value” focus.
F&L is neutral, independent and not-for-profit.
F&L is set up as members’ network. We invite non-members to events if we think they can add value so they have an opportunity to see if they think the network is useful and interesting for them. Members drive all agendas for discussion with their interests / questions / ideas. Non-members are not part of the debate unless specifically invited. We are not-for-profit, so it’s not a financial decision but rather a decision to participate. Questions absolutely welcome, please get in touch.
We welcome active players across the supply chain and logistics representing different industry sectors, all transport modes, people with unique perspectives who are ready to listen, share, challenge and learn. Our network is deliberately diverse and people will often lead debate from the audience.
How much time does it take? Business leaders are short of time, so F&L discussions are short and to-the-point.
Membership is €1,950 per year, per company. We focus on keeping costs down and there is only one membership category because all members sit at the same table. The members who get most from the network involve other members of their teams as this increases benefit and brings best knowledge to the table in vast range of topics (the membership fee is the same regardless of whether one or 10 people in your company participate). We maintain a balanced mix of members to enable end-to-end supply chain and logistics discussion – this is ideally 50% brand owners and 50% transport services of all kinds.
Member companies pay a fee of €400 pp to join an in-person event. Non-members pay €1,500 per person and must be invited.
Please get in touch if you may be interested in joining.
The key point is that F&L straddles international borders, knowledge and industry sectors to bring together a mix and diversity of expertise. These are people you would not normally meet in the same room. We work with many organisations including the World Economic Forum, Smart Freight Centre, UN, ALICE and more – the goal is never to duplicate, but simply to include the best of everything in a way where people can say what they like at meetings and no-one seeks to gain advantage.
The reason why we bring all conversations back to those who lead supply chain, freight and logistics is because global trade relies on this.
Our goal is to maximise debate, knowledge exchange and new connections for members in the F&L network.
No, F&L does not lobby.
Any material gathered from discussions with experts and practitioners is available to members. As our focus is to be a neutral platform to enable your discussions, we do not share information outside the network, or names of organisations or individuals who participate.
F&L is an independent not-for-profit AISBL registered in Belgium. Set up in 1994, the concept of a safe space for supply chain and logistics leaders endures.
Member companies pay one annual fee of €1,950 for unrestricted access to all online and in-person events. F&L is funded by membership fees which have not increased in price since 2008. To keep costs down, we run a lean and hard-working organisation.
Every jurisdiction throughout Europe provides for the fundamental right to assemble. Members and participants at F&L behave at all times in compliance with competition and anti-trust laws and this obligation is stated in Articles 6 and 9 of the F&L Articles of Association (English).
F&L is an ecosystem of companies and organisations who are active across the logistics sand supply chain sector. Our meetings are not open access, like an exhibition, but we do welcome dialogue with all kinds of interesting players.
Questions are very welcome. Please get in touch at any time.
