By The Star Staff
Puerto Rico is establishing itself as a strategic hub for trade and logistics. To support this growth, the Manufacturers Association will host the Supply Chain & Logistics Summit on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino, T-Mobile District.
The summit will feature prominent speakers, including Governor Jenniffer González Colón, Ports Authority Director Norberto Negrón, and Sebastián Negrón, the secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC). Additionally, companies such as Bristol Myers Squibb, Crowley, Boston Scientific, UPS, FedEx, Amerijet International, Aerostar, Invest Puerto Rico, and Amazon Web Services Puerto Rico (AWS) will also participate.
“This summit is crucial for positioning Puerto Rico as a leader in logistics through the exchange of innovative strategies,” stated Tom Vincent, president of the Transportation and Logistics Committee. “It will be a unique opportunity to share knowledge and transform our supply chain.”
Attendees will engage in panels and conferences led by industry experts on a range of key topics, including Puerto Rico’s strategic position, public-private partnerships, infrastructure development, global trends, company transformations in global logistics, technology strategies, and logistics security to mitigate risks and ensure continuous operations in an increasingly complex global environment. There will also be updates on port development and operations.
“The supply chain is the economic heartbeat of the island, and each link is a bridge to progress. Public-private collaboration is essential for strengthening our infrastructure and enhancing global competitiveness, driving Puerto Rico’s growth and resilience,” said Yandia Pérez, executive vice president of the Association of Industrialists. “With this meeting, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting projects that stimulate development.”
This event is aimed at decision-makers in the supply chain, including manufacturers, distributors, and leaders in the medical device, food, and beverage sectors, among others.