Episode 9 | Beyond the Buzzword: Meaningful Collaboration in Sustainable Logistics

Collaboration is essential in logistics — but what does meaningful collaboration really look like when it comes to decarbonizing freight?

In this episode of Smart Freight Conversations, Andy Golding (Head of SFC Academy) is joined by Rik Arends (Senior Director at Smart Freight Centre) to explore how intentional, trust-based collaboration across the supply chain can drive progress toward zero-emission logistics.

You’ll learn:
- Why “let’s collaborate” is often just a buzzword — and how to move beyond it
- The 3 types of collaboration: vertical, horizontal, and ecosystem-wide
- What it takes to build trust and take action across complex logistics networks
- How companies can overcome the risks, trade-offs, and inertia that block progress
- What roles cargo owners and suppliers play in decarbonization
- How Smart Freight Centre supports real collaboration through training and facilitation

Want to dive deeper into real-world examples of logistics decarbonization?
Check out Net Zero Logistics Delivered — Smart Freight Centre’s flagship report featuring insights from over 50 companies: https://allchiefs.nl/net-zero-logistics-delivered-insights-and-inspiration-from-leading-organisations/

Want to learn more about collaboration? Enroll in SFC Academy courses, or explore other educational resources in Sustainable Logistics: https://bit.ly/Academy-sustainable-logistics

Learn more about SFC: https://smartfreightcentre.org/en/

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