This Chatham House Rules Symposium is held twice a year.: Washington, D.C. and London. 

 

CDL Europe will be November 16 & 17, 2026. LaRocco is proudly partnering with Irbis Vektra. 

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CDL Washington, U..S. is set for June 14 & 15, 2027

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Containers Don’t Lie Maritime Symposium brings the supply chain community to Washington, D.C. and London  for two days of education-first, execution-focused programming— designed to help leaders learn from each other and make crucial decisions about their supply chains.

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As an attendee, you’ll be integrated into the experience—earning credibility, building relationships, and creating meaningful moments with the leaders shaping what’s next in the world of trade.

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NO Grifters, NO selling. The audience and symposium participants are serious about solutions and sharing ideas.

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Why choose CDL:

• Reach high-intent attendees looking for solutions, partners, and expertise.

• Content curated by the industry’s most trusted voice – Award-winning author and trade and logistics columnist, Lori Ann LaRocco used her contacts and knowledge to help educate the CNBC global audience.  A 260year veteran, LaRocco was  the network's Senior Editor of Guests and Global Supply Chain Reporter.

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What makes CDL stand out from all other maritime/logistics events: 

• Curated for honest discussions and actionable information, this maritime symposium will follow Chatham House rules. No social media postings about attending are allowed.

• CDL is an invitation-only event geared specifically to the decision makers: CEOs, CFOs, CSCOs, CCOs of Fortune 500 companies, private equity firms and government relations offices. 

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