The University of Houston College of Technology Supply Chain and Logistics Program collaborated with the German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) of the Southern United States, and the Office of Harris County Judge Ed Emmett, to feature “The Future of Smart & Green Ports” road show, Wednesday, February 21, 2018, 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., at University of Houston Hilton Hotel.
Increasing populations and traffic concerns is a growing concern for which metropolitan areas need to develop and implement future mobility masterplans that will help to transport people and products to global markets quickly and efficiently. The concerns relate to both sides of the Atlantic – from metropolitan regions in the United States to Germany as the industry considers how to apply smart sustainability solutions that protect the environment. The event will feature panel discussions concerning attempts and measures to minimize the ecological impact of logistics activities.
Experts from the GACC South, the UH College of Technology, and industry discussed attempts and measures to minimize the ecological impact of logistics activities. Margaret A. Kidd, instructional assistant professor of supply chain and Brian P. Hill, Western Gulf Gateway director, U.S. Maritime Administration moderated panels focusing on intelligent traffic control for smart ports and energy efficient ports that protect the environment.
This conference is first in a series that will focus on challenges in the industry.