Watch on demand: Packed to perfection - Delivering supply chain gains from automotive packaging

Packaging is one of the least talked about parts of the automotive supply chain, yet it shapes everything from costs and compliance to efficiency and sustainability. As regulations tighten and automotive supply chains grow more complex, packaging can be the deciding factor in how well the entire network performs.

In this livestream, packaging leaders shared how a move toward reusable, modular packaging is transforming operations across Europe, North America and beyond. From cutting waste and freight costs to meeting new packaging rules, they explored how packaging can shift from a background detail to a real competitive advantage.

We covered:

• Why returnable packaging is becoming a key lever for reducing cost and waste
• What upcoming EU rules mean for packaging – and how to stay compliant
• How modular, standardised designs can reduce touchpoints and improve efficiency
• The role of RFID tracking and Container Management Centres in protecting assets
• Building a circular, future-ready packaging system that balances investment with running costs

This session brings theory into practice, with practical examples to help you build a stronger business case inside your own organisation.

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Speakers:

Adam Wiley , Packaging - Strategic Planning Sr. Principal Engineer, Honda Development & Manufacturing of America

With over 12 years of experience at Honda, Adam is a senior leader specializing in returnable and new model packaging development. With expertise in packaging and reverse logistics innovation, combined with strategic planning, he has driven initiatives that optimize packaging operations, reduce costs, and boost operational efficiency to ensure seamless execution of packaging plans. Throughout his career, he has led teams in launching multiple packaging fleet programs to support new model introductions across all of Honda’s North American manufacturing facilities.

Rob Newing, Returnable Packaging Operations Leader, Cummins Inc.

Rob Newing is responsible for the implementation of reusable packaging across Cummins’ aftermarket and manufacturing sites in the EMEA region, driving supply chain cost reductions and sustainability improvements while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

He has extensive experience in packaging, logistics operations and manufacturing, and prior to joining Cummins in 2024, he spent 18 months at Jaguar Land Rover developing the parts packing operation for a new 280,000m² aftermarket warehouse and supporting the creation of a dual-brand global parts distribution centre.

Prior to that, he spent seven years at Caterpillar Inc., where he built a centralized European team and implemented reusable pooled packaging into manufacturing facilities. He also spent 15 years at Perkins Engines in various manufacturing functions, covering assembly, test and finish, R&D, packaging, and quality solutions.

Arun Modgil, CEO, Ckdpack Packaging Inc

Arun Modgil is the CEO of Ckdpack Packaging Inc with 20+ years of experience leading the automotive packaging industry with his innovative returnable packaging solutions, carrying an impressive customer roster spanning major automotive and large-scale manufacturing OEMs.

Moderator:

Emily Uwemedimo, Managing Editor, Automotive Logistics

Emily Uwemedimo is the managing editor of Automotive Logistics, where she leads content strategy and production for the publication and broader automotive cluster.

With extensive experience in B2B publishing across various sectors, she plays a pivotal role in shaping and delivering editorial across digital, print, and multimedia platforms, covering key issues and trends in the global automotive supply chain and logistics sector.

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Sponsored by

Ckdpack Packaging Inc is a packaging design and manufacturing company focused on automotive and industrial customers.

Our core functions are:

1. Design and prototyping services

2. Packaging logistics and returnable supply chain solutions

3. Manufacturing of packaging products (steel and plastic racking and containers)

Our customers and projects span 15 countries and include OEMs such as GM, Tesla, Volvo, Safelite, Cummins, Continental, Magna, Volkswagen and Linamar among others. We are a leader in the automotive packaging business and our niche is providing reusable and returnable packaging solutions in an effort to create zero-waste, environmentally friendlier logistics, while also engineering products that yield higher ROI for customers.

Ckdpack was born out of the vision of creating bespoke, technical solutions for customers that would have a multi-year shelf life. Many of our containers and racking are still being used today, decades later, highlighting the quality of our products. Our products include steel boxes (collapsible steel containers, wire mesh cages), plastic folding large containers, fabricated car covers and internal dunnage (foam and thermoform trays)

Visit https://www.ckdpack.com/ for more information.

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