INTRODUCTION

Russia: not just an emerging market in Eastern Europe and Asia but a key hotspot for direct foreign investment in the automotive world.

Boasting a booming economy and political stability, Russia offers leading carmakers an excellent location for automotive manufacturing. This is enhanced by the scientific excellence offered by many of Russia's leading technological institutes.

In 2005 Russia produced over 1,2 million vehicles and sold 1.45 million units to its domestic market. Analysts predict this to rise to over 2.3 million vehicles sold by 2014, almost double the current figures, demonstrating the wealth of opportunities existing in this rising market for foreign investors.

At Automotive Logistics Russia 2008, you will be given the chance to explore:

• The opportunities within this growing market
• The problems and constraints often experienced when entering the Russian automotive logistics industry

Topics on the agenda include the Russian car industry, logistics infrastructure, carmakers' requirements, finished vehicle logistics, logistics service providers and free zones.

Speakers and panellists from all sectors of the industry will debate the ongoing supply chain challenges and the business opportunities they generate.

Automotive Logistics magazine and conferences underline the need for active discussion and facilitate this among all players in the automotive logistics sector. Whether you represent a carmaker, parts supplier or supply chain solutions provider, this is the place to learn from the leaders and hear what others need from you.