07.15 Registration And Coffee Registration And Coffee

08.00 Chairman’s Welcome Chairman’s Welcome

08.15 Opening Keynote Presentation: Transformation of BASF´s Supply Chains Globally Robert Blackburn, Senior VP and Head of Global Supply Chain Operations, BASF In this exclusive keynote presentation Robert will share his experience in leading the company’s global business transformation programme. What were the drivers for embarking on such a large project in a turbulent climate? How has BASF tracked results and performance improvement across its diverse supply chain networks? Exploring the complexity of BASF´s supply chains Identifying the need for a global, customer focused, complexity reducing and process driven transformation Outlining initiatives to address improvements across functions, business units and regions to fully support BASF´s strategic direction Setting targets and ensuring metrics to successfully drive tangible results Robert Blackburn Senior VP and Head of Global Supply Chain Operations, BASF

08.45 How Will Your Ability To "Survive" In The Downturn Enable You To "Thrive" In The Upturn? Pierre Minguet, Business Director – Polystyrenes, Ineos Nova Never has your supply chain had such an integral role in shaping your company’s bottom line. In this presentation, Pierre will share a Business Director’s perspective on how supply chain objectives can be aligned with company-wide goals to drive commercial growth when the economy improves. What does best practice currently look like and how can we use it to deliver future supply chain excellence? Reviewing key operational and strategic lessons learned from the downturn: how can we transfer this into sustained supply chain excellence? Adopting best practice to drive long-term strategic and financial performance Promoting the importance of best practice across your extended supply chain Pierre Minguet Business Director – Polystyrenes, Ineos Nova

09.15 Now Is The Time To Address Sustainability In Supply Chain Management Peter Murray, Global Demand Management Leader, Dupont The ranges of challenges we are facing as supply chain practitioners since the “new reality” is greater than any of us have experienced in our lifetimes. In a world where complexity is exponentially increasing in terms of global reach and demand drivers, our job is to drive and create both effective and efficient demand driven supply chain performance with sustainability key to long-term success. Sustainable supply chain management is not optional and there is no better time than now. Building sustainability into supply chains to meet the “new reality” Recognising sustainable supply chain risk and taking action across the supply chain Understanding the impact of carbon taxes and addressing it as a waste issue Steps to getting started from basic to more robust green supply chain management Peter Murray Global Demand Management Leader, Dupont

09.45 Transforming Your Supply Chain: Establishing A Cross-Functional, Client-Centric Portfolio Of Services To Ensure Success For A Wide Variety Of Business Models Niklas Meintrup, Niklas Meintrup, Director Business Services and Supply Chain, Global Supply Chain - Dow Polyurethanes Business Group, Dow , Dow Hear about Dow’s unique supply chain structure which is based on developing its service offerings around its customer base. What are the implications of a client-centric approach on day-to-day supply chain management? Maximising responsiveness and flexibility in meeting diverse business model needs Providing stability and low entry cost for newly formed JVs Keeping the leverage, scale and global reach to deliver savings compared to other alternatives Providing high consistency across work process execution Utilising a variable staffing model – allowing business to ramp up or down based on needs Niklas Meintrup Niklas Meintrup, Director Business Services and Supply Chain, Global Supply Chain - Dow Polyurethanes Business Group, Dow , Dow

10.15 Driving A Financial Supply Chain: Generating Bottom-Line Improvements And Creating Competitive Advantage Enrico Camerinelli, Senior Analyst Europe, Celent In this presentation, Enrico will reveal the importance of adopting a financially-driven approach to supply chain management. What are the best ways to relate all supply chain activity to the bottom line: how quickly can you convert product to cash? Succeed and this will translate into accelerated financial performance, an improved competitive position and increasing value to shareholders. Assessing the financial and shareholder impact of complex, global supply chain decisions. Enhancing financial supply chain management to improve cash flow and optimise working capital Understanding the role of your supply chain in financially supporting your business Increasing visibility on the end to end supply chain processes that drive your order to cash cycle Enrico Camerinelli Senior Analyst Europe, Celent

10.45 Morning coffee Morning coffee

11.15 Increasing The Commercial Viability Of Your Chemical Supply Chain: From A Practitioner’s Perspective Andreas Claussen, Supply Chain Director, BASF As we enter a new world post-recession, the role of the supply chain manager will undoubtedly change. Here Andreas will discuss how you can lead operational supply chain plans that deliver maximum commercial advantage. Topics covered include: The big picture: how does your supply chain fit into your organisation’s wider commercial objectives and long-term goals? Effectively aligning your supply chain strategy with your company’s overall business needs Creating a commercially-oriented approach to supply chain management across your workforce Setting up core KPIs to measure and drive commercial performance Andreas Claussen Supply Chain Director, BASF

11.45 Guest Presentation: Achieving Supply Chain Excellence in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry Thomas Mueller Kirschbaum, Senior Vice President for R&D, Technology and Supply Chain, Henkel In this presentation, Thomas will reveal how you can improve supply chain performance, efficiency and excellence by learning from a fast-moving, world-leading FMCG supply chain. From adversity to advantage: what can chemical companies learn from profitable, fast-moving, customer-driven supply chains in other sectors? Key strategies to increase interoperability and interconnectivity throughout your supply chain Improving supply chain delivery be moving from a labour-intensive to a technology-driven supply chain Increasing the sophistication of your transportation networks and distribution channels Optimising capabilities and leveraging resources effectively to create maximum advantage Thomas Mueller Kirschbaum Senior Vice President for R&D, Technology and Supply Chain, Henkel

12.15 Panel Discussion: Best Practices In Optimising Working Capital Across Your Supply Chain Guillermo Fumero, Head of Supply Chain Division TLP, Clariant International Mathias Dollak, Director Supply Chain, Europe, Sun Chemical Dave Allen, Supply Chain Director, Arysta Life Sciences Christian Backaert, European Supply Chain Manager, Solvin Lars Hall, Corporate Supply Chain Director, DSM Improving The Profitability And Competitiveness Of Chemical Companies By Learning From Global Leading Supply Chains Guillermo Fumero Head of Supply Chain Division TLP, Clariant International Mathias Dollak Director Supply Chain, Europe, Sun Chemical Dave Allen Supply Chain Director, Arysta Life Sciences Christian Backaert European Supply Chain Manager, Solvin Lars Hall Corporate Supply Chain Director, DSM

13.00 Reducing End-To-End Supply Chain Costs Through Inventory Reduction And Physical Distribution Network Simplification An D'Haenens, Sourcing and Logistics Manager, DuPont Learn how DuPont underwent a complete review of its end-to-end supply chain processes to successfully strip out costs and optimise performance of a complex value chain. Decreasing working capital by changing customer policy settings and ensuring supply reliability Assessing the role of effective demand management in achieving lowered inventory Identifying opportunities to streamline the physical distribution network and decrease warehousing and transportation costs How is DuPont continually reviewing its strategy? An D'Haenens Sourcing and Logistics Manager, DuPont

13.30 Networking Lunch Networking Lunch

STREAM A New MarketsSTREAM B Process Management 14.30 Purchasing From China And India: Does This Represent An Opportunity To Reduce Logistics Costs? Lessons Learned At ICL STREAM A New Markets Chaired by Philip Browitt. President Chemical Sector, Agility Yonatan will delve into ICL’s global logistics procurement strategy: to what extent have supply chain and production costs been reduced. He will also address the limits of a global purchasing strategy. A background to and overview of ICL's experience in Far East purchasing Calculating savings made: to what extent has the increase in purchases of technical products and raw materials from the Far East reduced the costs of production? Can failures in sourcing damage production and maintenance? Outlining specific procedures and practices adopted to ensure purchasing from China and India meets your objectives 14.30 Achieving Standardisation Of Supply Chain Processes: Improve End-To-End Transparency, Contain Logistics Costs, Increase Supply Chain Capabilities STREAM B Process Management Peter Devos, Supply Chain Competence Director, Monsanto Peter will debate whether a standardised approach to supply chain management the best option in the current climate. Learn how a standardised supply chain network will save you time and money while driving efficiency. Outlining the benefits of standardisation and defining your approach towards network redesign Engaging the business and aligning your internal processes around a standardised model Calculating the potential long-term cost savings Setting the assumption that the more processes are standardised, the more metrics you need Peter Devos Supply Chain Competence Director, Monsanto

STREAM A New MarketsSTREAM B Process Management 15.00 Building And Growing Your Supply Chain Network And Infrastructure In A New Global Market STREAM A New Markets What are the top opportunities for supply chain penetration and growth in a new global region? Roger will determine how you can reengineer your distribution network, strengthen local partnerships and increase process visibility. Establishing new processes and procedures across a new geographic network Developing strong local partnerships to facilitate the expansion of your supply chain Which processes needs to be standardised or customised to meet local and international market requirements? 15.00 Overcoming The Challenges Of Achieving Efficient Customer Collections STREAM B Process Management In this presentation, Vincent explores the pros and cons of ex-factory collections from both supplier and customer viewpoints. Electronic transmission of data supports the efficient flow of information, but which form of communication is best for which customers, and what other considerations are there? The results of recent development work with INEOS customers will be described. Calculating ROI and assessing the benefits of improving your customer collections processes Reviewing incoterms and their impacts What are the pros and cons of customer collections from both the vendor and customer standpoints? Improving internal processes and setting objectives to meet customer demands

STREAM A New MarketsSTREAM B Process Management 15.30 Meeting The Supply Chain Challenges Of Long-Term Growth In Asia STREAM A New Markets This presentation will investigate whether Asia represents the centre of future growth for the chemical industry. Preparing your supply chain for aggressive demand growth in Asia over the next five years Will capacity in the region be able to keep up with the surge in demand? Will strategic and market opportunities will be outweighed by the current economic climate? Identifying key market trends and forecasting how future activity will shape the industry globally Lean E2E Supply Chain Planning – Meeting The Paradigm Change In The Chemical Industry STREAM B Process Management Josef Packowski, Partner, Camelot IDPro AG Learn more about Camelot IDPro’s E2E supply chain planning innovation. How can you put the theory into practise through a more proactive approach to supply chain scheduling? Understand the key elements and objectives of Lean planning and scheduling Where to apply the Lean production wheels and how to synchronise the E2E value chain Examples and benefits of Lean planning paradigm in batch operations and supply chains. Josef Packowski Partner, Camelot IDPro AG

16.00 Afternoon Tea Afternoon Tea

STREAM A 3PL PartneringSTREAM B Supply Chain OptimisationSTREAM B NEW! Specialty Chemicals Thin... 16.30 Panel Discussion: Optimising Supply Chain Performance And Lowering End-To-End Costs Through Supplier Collaboration STREAM A 3PL Partnering Nando Galazzo, Former VP Procurement, Borealis In this discussion, the participants will share their experiences on what it means to be truly collaborative. How does it empower you to agilely respond to changing market conditions? Examining your extended supply chain network and outlining the benefits of successful supply chain collaboration Identifying key stakeholders across your supply chain to take responsibility for driving collaborative relationships How to more efficiently and effectively engage your service providers in the supply chain Achieving the optimum balance between cost efficiency and agility How to best align your supply chain to meet customer needs Nando Galazzo Former VP Procurement, Borealis 16.30 Is there a competitive distribution network strategy for the chemical industry? STREAM B Supply Chain Optimisation Alain Beerens, Principal Consultant & Partner, Groenewout Consultants & Engineers Production locations in the chemical industry are ever more split up in bulk- and specialty chemicals, leading to segmented distribution. The production of these bulk chemicals is mostly transferred to the Eastern Europe and the Middle- & Far east. On the other side there is an increasing requirement with customers for shorter and more reliable lead-times. Transportation costs rise due to higher fuel prices, more road congestion and environmental costs. Through best practices it is shown how the chemical industry could manage these logistics dilemmas, with a specific focus on network optimization and collaboration. Alain Beerens Principal Consultant & Partner, Groenewout Consultants & Engineers Alain Beerens is Principal Consultant & Partner with Groenewout Consultants & Engineers. He is responsible for the supply chain management consulting group. Before joining Groenewout, Alain worked in the field of logistics & supply chain management for St. Gobain and JD Edwards. Alain has led major designs and redesigns of European supply chain concepts for numerous multinationals such [read more] 16.30 Maximising The Financial Benefits Of Global Supply Chain Optimisation STREAM B NEW! Specialty Chemicals Think Tank Klaus Venus, Logistics & Orderprocess Director Europe and International - Uncoated Fine Paper, Mondi Further your understanding into how to translate accelerated supply chain performance into an improved competitive position and increased value to stakeholders. Issues raised include: Increasing visibility on the end-to-end supply chain processes that drive your order-to-cash cycle Enhancing financial supply chain management to improve cash flow and optimise working capital Understanding the role of your supply chain in financially supporting your business Klaus Venus Logistics & Orderprocess Director Europe and International - Uncoated Fine Paper, Mondi

STREAM A 3PL PartneringSTREAM A 3PL Partnering 17.00 Reviewing Service Level Agreements And Collaborating With Your 3PL Providers To Reduce Transportation Costs STREAM A 3PL Partnering Mathias Dollak, Director Supply Chain, Europe, Sun Chemical A strengthened partnership between client and service provider enables both parties to reduce high transportation costs, fully utilise current capacity and realise significant bottom line benefits. How can you develop a framework for a successful partnership in the current climate? Assessing current and predicting future capacity requirements: how can you fully optimise your supply chain at the lowest cost? Working with your 3PL partners to reduce your transportation costs and achieve economies of scale Working together to develop innovative solutions to overcoming tough challenges in the current market Mathias Dollak Director Supply Chain, Europe, Sun Chemical 17.00 STREAM A 3PL Partnering To be determined

STREAM A 3PL PartneringSTREAM A 3PL Partnering 17.30 Working Closely With Your Logistics Providers To Ensure The Provision Of Optimum Capacity In The Short, Medium And Long-Term STREAM A 3PL Partnering Roger Moore, Supply Chain Manager Europe, Ineos Nova In this presentation, Roger will analyse storage and transportation capacity requirements for the next twelve months – how will this change when demand picks up? Increasing communication with your logistics providers to build provisions for capacity into your service level agreements Determining whether your current providers have the capacity to meet your future capacity requirements Striking a balance between lowered costs and service flexibility Roger Moore Supply Chain Manager Europe, Ineos Nova 17.30 Positioning Your Supply Chain For Economic Improvement: Drive Performance And Ensure Long-Term Growth STREAM A 3PL Partnering Louise Mardling, Supply Chain Director, Rhodia Novecare Prepare your supply chain for economic recovery now and you can be certain to improve your market position in the long-term. But how do you transform the theory into a reality? How has the financial crisis put the supply chain at the top of the boardroom agenda? Understanding the instrumental role of your supply chain in the long-term growth and profitability of your business What do you need to do now to ensure your supply chain is agile and flexible enough to respond to increased demand? Focusing on achieving your top priorities and long-term objectives in addition to overcoming the short-term hurdles Louise Mardling Supply Chain Director, Rhodia Novecare

18.00 Interactive Round Tables David Rykembusch, Project Director, DSM Alan Milliken, Business Process Education Manager, BASF Andreas Claussen, Supply Chain Director, BASF Mathias Dollak, Director Supply Chain, Europe, Sun Chemical Laurent Hanssen, Supply Chain Manager, Akzo Nobel Polymer Chemicals bv Klaus Venus, Logistics & Orderprocess Director Europe and International - Uncoated Fine Paper, Mondi Marc Van Der Veen, European Logistics Director, Dow Corning Europe Louise Mardling, Supply Chain Director, Rhodia Novecare Peter Devos, Supply Chain Competence Director, Monsanto Join your peers for this session of interactive debate. In small groups over coffee you will have the opportunity to discuss some of the most topical supply chain issues. Topics to be discussed include: Discussion 1 The "New World": What Will It Look Like And How Will You Need To Adapt Your Supply Chain Accordingly? Moderated by: Klaus Venus, Director Logistics & Order Process, Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper Discussion 2 The Bullwhip Effect In Chemical Supply Chains: How Does It Occur And What Can You Do To Counteract It? Moderated by: Tim Bett, Director, ELUPEG Discussion 3 The Outlook For Transport Capacity Over The Next Twelve Months: How Will It Affect You Us And Do We Risk A Transport Crisis Further Down The Line? Moderated by: Danny Van Gansen, Supply Chain Development Manager, Borealis Discussion 4 The Green Supply Chain: Can Sustainability Be A Competitive Advantage And What Is The Impact On Your Supply Chain? Moderated by: Martin Feuerhahn, Former Senior VP Supply Chain, Basell Discussion 5 Lean Versus Agility And Flexibility: Are They Mutually Exclusive? Moderated by: Andreas Claussen, Director Global SC and Information Management Intermediates, BASF Discussion 6 How We Be As Efficient As Possible At The Lowest Cost? Moderated by: Laurent Hanssen, Supply Chain Manager, Akzo Nobel Discussion 7 What Are The Best Opportunities To Cut Costs Across Your Supply Chain In The Current Climate? Moderated by: Peter Devos, Supply Chain Competence Director, Monsanto Discussion 8 How Can We Work Closer With Customers To Achieve A Truly Demand-Driven Supply Chain? Moderated by: Louise Mardling, Supply Chain Manager, Rhodia Novecare Discussion 9 Overcoming The Challenges Of Growing Your Supply Chain In New Markets Moderated by: Marc Van der Veen, Global Supply-Chain Strategic Change Manager, Dow Corning Corporation Discussion 10 Best Practice Approaches To Freeing Up Working Capital Moderated by: Mathias Dollak, Director Supply Chain Europe, Sun Chemical Discussion 11 Identifying Key Metrics To Support Centralised Supply Chain Processes Moderated by: David Ryckembusch, Programme Manager - Corporate Supply Chain Management, DSM Discussion 12 Improving Inventory Management Performance In An Environment Of Demand Volatility Moderated by: Alan L. Milliken, Business Process Education Manager, BASF Corporation David Rykembusch Project Director, DSM Alan Milliken Business Process Education Manager, BASF Andreas Claussen Supply Chain Director, BASF Mathias Dollak Director Supply Chain, Europe, Sun Chemical Laurent Hanssen Supply Chain Manager, Akzo Nobel Polymer Chemicals bv Klaus Venus Logistics & Orderprocess Director Europe and International - Uncoated Fine Paper, Mondi Marc Van Der Veen European Logistics Director, Dow Corning Europe Louise Mardling Supply Chain Director, Rhodia Novecare Peter Devos Supply Chain Competence Director, Monsanto

18.30 Drinks reception Drinks reception