By Lizelle van der Berg, director – GCCA Africa
The Global Cold Chain Alliance will host its 2nd African Cold Chain Conference, 2-4 August 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa.
The GCCA African Cold Chain Conference is Africa’s one and only venue bringing together cold store operators, controlled-environment builders, equipment suppliers and service providers to discuss opportunities and innovations for this essential sector. The conference will provide leadership experience, knowledge and exclusive networking with decision makers from across Africa and beyond, in a relaxed yet professional atmosphere.
Throughout the conference, attendees will hear from thought leaders and industry experts and get a better understanding of industry trends, perspectives and best practices. Delivered in various formats – keynote presentations and educational sessions – the programme will offer interactive participation. Making connections with your fellow delegates is an important aspect of any conference experience, which is why this event has ample opportunity for you to connect/re-connect with professionals who share your goals and your challenges.
Plenary sessions and learning opportunities
The conference’s keynote speakers are leaders in their industries, whether that is logistics, automation, economics or talent management. Their stories will inspire attendees to think outside the box and widen their perspectives. With the support of the GCCA African Advisory Council and the GCCA Africa Risk Management Committee, GCCA is building a program that aims to be transformative, innovative and practical.
Programme
The conference will provide attendees with a high-level overview of current trends and challenges experienced by the industry in Africa as well as Internationally. Sessions also include consumer market trends on frozen food, an update on the Africa Free Trade Agreement, a panel discussion on reducing water & energy consumption, a case study on automation in South Africa, the latest technology in the cold chain, a panel discussion on creating a food safety culture, warehouse management systems, cyber security, a case study on the effectiveness of solar at refrigerated warehouses, and more.
Networking
The conference offers participants numerous networking opportunities to make new connections and strengthen existing relationships. Networking functions include the Cold Chain Dinner on Wednesday, 2 August at the famous Hotel Sky’s 27th floor, Sky on Long which offers breath-taking, unparalleled 270-degree views of the Mother City. Throughout the conference on 3 August, attendees will have multiple opportunities to network with peers during breaks followed by the Closing Reception where fellow conference attendees can enjoy a selection of canapés, fine wines, beers, ciders and cold drinks in the Expo. The GCCA Africa Cold Chain Cup will be taking place on Friday, 4 August at the Bellville Golf Course where some will play, and some will try. Enjoy a day on the golf course with cold chain colleagues.
The wine tasting dinner at last year’s conference. Photos by Lizelle van der Berg | GCCA Africa
Sponsoring
The GCCA Africa Cold Chain Conference is a supplier’s best venue for reaching temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics executives in the African market. Increase your company’s brand visibility and promote your brand at the event through the sponsorship program. Each opportunity has been customised to spotlight your company throughout the entire event.
Location
- Conference Dinner: Hotel Sky’s 27th floor, Sky on Long
- Full day conference: The Westin Hotel – by Marriott in Cape Town
- The Cold Chain Cup: Bellville Golf Club
For more information on the conference visit https://www.gcca.org/events/gcca-african-cold-chain-conference/
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