Top Supply Chain Conferences 2026
In today’s fast-moving logistics and freight industry, staying ahead means staying connected. Supply chain conferences are where leaders, innovators, and decision-makers come together to exchange insights, discover emerging technologies, and build partnerships that shape the future of transportation. If you’re planning your event calendar, here are the Top Supply Chain Conferences of 2026 you won’t want to miss. From global supply chain strategy to cutting-edge logistics technology, these events provide the knowledge and networking opportunities that drive competitive advantage.
BGSA Supply Chain Conference
January 21–23, 2026 in Palm Beach, CA. This event is designed for large carriers and offers opportunities to explore the latest trends, strategies, and innovations in supply chain and logistics. As one of the must-attend events on the Top Supply Chain Conferences 2026 list, it provides valuable networking and industry insights. Invite only.
SMC3 Jumpstart
January 26-28, 2026 in Atlanta, GA. A three-day supply chain event produced annually by SMC3 that provides the ideal environment for qualitative, valuable networking and industry education. Carriers, shippers and logistics service providers consistently attend this definitive supply chain intelligence gathering for its unrivaled networking opportunities, top-tier presenters and timely content.
RILA Link
February 1-4, 2026 in Orlando, FL. The only dedicated supply chain event built by and for retailers, grocers, leading brands, and product manufacturers—developed by a steering committee of top supply chain executives and hosted by RILA, the association driving operational excellence across retail. From C-suite executives to rising stars, LINK unites the entire value chain to drive strategy, spark innovation, and deliver real business results.
Manifest 2026
February 9–11, 2026 in Las Vegas, NV. The premiere gathering that unites the entire eco-system of Fortune 500 global supply chain executives, logistics service providers, innovators and investors at the forefront of logistics tech and end-to-end supply chain.
Truckload Carriers Association Annual Convention (TCA)
February 28-March 3, 2026 in Orlando, FL. The premier networking and education event for the truckload industry, covering topics such as industry trends, emerging technologies, legislative and regulatory changes, best practices, and business strategies. The convention provides a platform for C-suite executives, managers, and carriers to connect, collaborate, share insights, and discuss the future of transportation and logistics.
Food Shippers of America
March 1-3, 2026 in Orlando, FL. Year after year, Food Shippers delivers a power-packed speaker line-up featuring nationally recognized professional speakers, academic scholars, and high-level executives within the food and beverage industry.
Journal of Commerce TPM
March 1-4, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. TPM, organized by the Journal of Commerce by S&P Global, is the premier conference for the trans-Pacific and global container shipping and logistics community. The event annually attracts the most senior-level audience in this industry and is a platform for a week of essential and intensive networking, negotiations, and relationship building among the multiple parties in the international container shipping supply chain: shippers, carriers, forwarders, technology providers, trucking operators, railroads, ports, terminals, and many others who participate in this market.
MODEX 2026
April 13–16, 2026 in Atlanta, GA. This is where manufacturing and supply chain decision-makers come together for the world’s largest supply chain experience. From hands‑on product demonstrations to one-on-one meetings, attendees come to see the latest equipment and tech, connect with key suppliers and make strategic capital equipment buying decisions for their future operations.
TIA Capital Ideas Conference
April 15–18, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ. The foremost meeting for the 3PL (freight brokerage) industry. Logistics experts from across North America gather for three days of learning, connecting, and seeing what’s new in the world of freight.
NTTC Annual Conference
April 19–22, 2026 in Baltimore, MD. The premier event for the tank truck industry, bringing together fleet leaders, suppliers, shippers, and key stakeholders for a high-level exchange of insights, strategy, and innovation. With a robust agenda centered around safety, policy, workforce development, and operational excellence, the Annual Conference is where the industry charts its future.
ISM World
April 26-29, 2026 in Denver, CO. Join the premier event where the global supply management community comes together to learn, connect, and lead. Attendees gain strategies you can apply immediately, insights from top leaders, and connections that will last far beyond the conference.
NPTC Annual Conference
May 10–12, 2026 in Orlando, FL. Designed for private fleet professionals who want to strengthen their operations, stay current on industry trends, and connect with peers in a trusted environment. Attendees gain access to leadership insights, benchmarking data, and legislative updates; hands-on education from 50+ practitioners in workshops and roundtables; and a world-class exhibit hall featuring 170+ suppliers. With 1,200+ industry leaders expected, the event delivers unmatched opportunities for learning, networking, and recognition of excellence in private fleet management.
Home Delivery World
May 20-21, 2026 in Nashville, TN. Home Delivery Provides an unparalleled platform to engage with industry leaders, growing startups, and the biggest names in the supply chain. Co-located with The Middle Mile, this event continues to drive the change needed in logistics, covering every step of the journey – from arrival to final delivery. Key topics include drayage, FTL, LTL, warehousing, inventory management, fulfillment, packaging, routing, dispatch, last-mile delivery, and returns.
Reuters Supply Chain
June 23-24, 2026 in Chicago. This event is designed for senior supply chain leaders from retail and manufacturing, with attendees ranging from directors to the C-suite. With just 500 participants and limited vendors, it provides an exclusive, high-quality networking environment where executives can connect with peers from the largest shippers in the supply chain.
SMC3 Connections
June 29-July 1, 2026 in Palm Beach, CA. A three-day supply chain event produced annually by SMC³ that provides the ideal environment for qualitative, valuable networking and industry education. Carriers, shippers, logistics service providers and technology providers consistently attend the summer’s premier collaborative supply chain intelligence event for its unrivaled networking opportunities, top-tier presenters and timely content to finish the year strong.
TCA Refrigerated
July 22-24 , 2026 in Nashville, TN. TCA’s Refrigerated Meeting has it all. Attendees will hear industry experts discuss the hot topics for refrigerated carriers, network and learn from their peers and industry vendors, and have some fun along the way. This is the place to go for refrigerated carriers – don’t miss out.
FTR Transportation Conference
Aug 31- Sept 3. FTR Transportation Conference is the industry’s premier event, FTR delivers cutting-edge insights, expert forecasts, and actionable strategies to help you navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Don’t miss your chance to hear from industry leaders, network with peers, and explore solutions that will shape the future of freight and supply chain management.
IANA IMDL Expo
Sept 14-16, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. IANA’s Intermodal EXPO is the only event that brings the North American freight supply chain together to collaborate, build and advance the industry. Stakeholders from railroads, motor carriers, ocean carriers, ports, tech, equipment providers, logistics firms, and shippers all came together to discuss the challenges and opportunities.
JOC Inland Distribution Conference
Sept 28-30, 2026 in Chicago, IL. A three-day event hosted by the Journal of Commerce (JOC) that brings together shippers, carriers, logistics providers, and technology leaders to discuss the most pressing issues impacting North America’s inland freight network. The conference explores trends in truckload, intermodal, drayage, and cross-border trade while highlighting the technologies and strategies shaping supply-chain resilience and efficiency.
CHAINge North America
Sept 29-30, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. At CHAINge: North America, education is immersive, engaging, and built for today’s supply chain realities. Every session—whether a lively panel discussion or an intimate roundtable—puts you in the conversation, not just in the audience. You’ll explore the key issues shaping supply chains across North America, from talent development and digital transformation to logistics disruption and sustainability.
CSCMP Edge
Oct 4-7, 2026 in Nashville, TN. The EDGE Conference gathers the industry under one roof, at one time, to discuss new opportunities and supply chain challenges and innovations. Network with a community of your industry peers and explore fresh ideas to enhance your business. Leave with different perspectives on overcoming day-to-day and long-range challenges.
ATA MCE
Oct 17-20, 2026 in Charlotte, NC. Trucking’s most influential leaders, innovators, and advocates will gather in Charlotte for the industry’s premier event of the year—ATA’s 2026 Management Conference & Exhibition
Women in Trucking Accelerate!
Oct 25-28, 2026 in Dallas, TX. The annual conference brings together transportation professionals to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry and address the challenges they face.
This list represents some of the top supply chain conferences in the first half of 2026. Be sure to check back for updates as additional conferences and finalized details become available for the second half of the year.
