Entries are now open for the first-ever Supply Chain Excellence Awards MEA, to be held at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Following 29 successful editions in the UK and USA, which have set a global benchmark for best practices in supply chain management, the event is expanding to the Middle East and Africa (MEA) to spotlight notable achievements and innovations within the regional industry.
Supply Chain Excellence Awards MEA welcomes submissions from end-user organisations and solution providers, such as 3PLs and consultancies, with an emphasis on partnerships and collaborative achievements.
“The event aims to recognise exceptional achievements, reward best practices and highlight the importance of innovation in the sector, said John Thornton, editor-in-chief of Logistics Manager, the official publication of the Supply Chain Excellence Awards.
“Being shortlisted or winning an award is a significant achievement that enhances a company’s reputation and adds promotional value.”
The independent judging panel, known for its rigorous evaluation process, comprises experts with more than 750 years of combined experience, providing entrants with invaluable feedback. Judges confirmed so far include:
- Willean Groenewald-Master, supply chain director, Electra
- Raphael Hallenbarter, corporate supply chain director, Transmed
- Adel Emam, COO MENA, JBS
- Masoud Khakdaman, Ph.D, assistant professor of logistics and supply chain management, College of Business – Abu Dhabi University
- Ashish Chakravarti, general manager – supply chain EMEA, Himalaya Wellness Company
- Guillaume Akbaraly, operations director – supply division, International SOS
- Ahmed Attiya, group supply chain director – GCC, Zahrawi Group
- Umesh Joshi, head of supply chain, Dabur India
Categories include sector-specific awards such as the Food & Drink Supply Chain Excellence Award and Public Sector Supply Chain Excellence Award, along with significant categories like the Air Cargo Operator Award, which recognises exceptional commitment to service in air freight, and the Supply Chain Hub Award, celebrating ports and free zones that provide optimal platforms for logistics operations.
Additional awards focus on practices such as the Supply Chain Innovation Award and Digital Transformation Award, covering areas from visibility and efficiency to sustainability and technological advancements. ”
These categories collectively address key elements driving success and innovation in the MEA region’s supply chain landscape,” added Thornton.
The evening itself will feature a welcome drinks reception, a three-course dinner and the awards ceremony, before concluding with entertainment. The event will be held the night before IntraLogisteX MEA, which runs from May 27-28, 2025, at the ADNEC Centre.
Organised by Akabo Media, the publisher of Logistics Manager and organiser of the awards, IntraLogisteX MEA, showcases innovations in logistics and supply chain operations across the region, including automation, robotics, warehousing and IT solutions, providing professionals an essential opportunity to network and stay competitive in the MEA market.
Entries for Supply Chain Excellence Awards MEA are open now and close on January 03, 2025. Participating offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain recognition, share insights and celebrate industry success in one of the most influential logistics and supply chain communities in the region. For more information, please visit www.supplychainexcellenceawardsmea.com!
