International Symposium Examines the Future of Regenerative Supply Chains
More than 100 academics, industry professionals, and policymakers gathered at the 30th International Symposium on Logistics (ISL 2026), held from 5–8 July at RMIT Vietnam’s Hanoi campus, to discuss the future of regenerative supply chains. Hosted under the theme “Regenerative Supply Chain Intelligence”, the event explored strategies for building resilient, intelligent, and sustainable supply chains that deliver environmental, social, and economic value.
The symposium featured keynote addresses, workshops, and research presentations focusing on digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, and logistics innovation. Speakers highlighted the growing impact of geopolitical tensions, climate change, and economic uncertainty on global supply chains, emphasising the need for stronger resilience and cross-sector collaboration.
Experts noted that regenerative supply chains extend beyond cost efficiency by actively restoring environmental and social systems while maintaining economic performance. Discussions stressed the importance of investments in digital technologies, green logistics, and supportive policy frameworks to enable this transition.
Industry leaders also examined how AI, predictive analytics, and data-driven decision-making are reshaping logistics into a strategic competitive advantage. With Vietnam emerging as a key manufacturing and trade hub, participants agreed the country has a significant opportunity to lead the adoption of regenerative supply chain models through collaboration between businesses, government, and academia, ensuring long-term sustainability and global competitiveness.
