Keeping the flow in Mexico – ensuring supply chain continuity
Ivan Davila, Director of Logistics at Nissan Mexicana discusses the carmaker’s ambitions in efficiency and systems, and is joined on a panel by American Axle Manufacturing, Ascent and Wallenius Wilhelmsen to discuss managing logistics bottlenecks and mitigating disruptions.
Welcome to Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico 2022!
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Logistics innovation and resiliency have been central to the Mexican supply chain’s ability to mitigate rising costs and prevent disruption, from material shortages and shipping congestion, to navigating lockdowns and changes to trade policies. Flexibility in network management and multimodal logistics have become more critical, while manufacturers continue to seek better visibility. As Mexico looks to capitalise on nearshoring opportunities, working with the right logistics partners has become a competitive advantage.
Join this session to understand how supply chain and logistics leaders are:
- Managing multimodal logistics strategies for Mexico and using new trade lanes to ensure timely deliveries
- Balancing lean processes with increased inventory levels and coordinating allocation across multiple sites to avoid line stoppages
- Mitigating rising logistics costs and working more strategically with suppliers and service providers to secure transport capacity and reliable material flows
- Navigating changing customs regulations and international trade procedures
Featured speakers:
- Ivan Davila, Director of Logistics at Nissan Mexicana
- Omar Posadas, Logistics Coordinator at American Axle Manufacturing
- Mauro Rodrigo González, Chief Synergy Officer and President, On Demand at Ascent
- Roberto Zavala, Vice President Mexico Operations at Wallenius Wilhelmsen
Moderator:
- Christopher Ludwig, Editor-in-Chief at Automotive Logistics
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