Connected for Impact: Celebrating 106 Years of CILT and the Global Day of Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation
CILT marks 106 years and the Global Day of Supply Chain, celebrating global connection, innovation and collaboration that keep the world in motion
On 3 November 2025, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport marks its 106th anniversary alongside the Global Day of Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation. This year’s theme, Connected for Impact, celebrates the powerful bonds that link people, systems and communities across our global network, driving innovation, sustainability and shared progress in every part of our industry.
A message from our International President
Chief Teete OWUSU-NORTEY FCILT FGIPS, International President of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, shares this message to mark the occasion:
This year, our theme Connected for Impact reminds us that our greatest strength lies in our connections between people, ideas, systems and nations. Across our global network, CILT members are creating real-world impact every day. They move goods efficiently, shape policy, innovate for sustainability and ensure that communities everywhere are supported by resilient supply chains. Together, we represent a profession that does not just move products, we move progress.
So today, let us celebrate our shared purpose and the power of connection. Join me and our CILT family around the world by sharing how you are Connected for Impact, and help us showcase the vital role of supply chain, logistics and transportation in shaping a better future.
From all of us at CILT International, thank you, and happy Global Day. Together, we will keep The World in Motion.
Our global network
For more than a century, CILT members have shaped the movement of people and goods around the world. Today, more than 33,000 professionals across 40 branches continue to build stronger, smarter and more sustainable supply chains. Whether through professional learning, mentoring or local initiatives, the CILT community shows what connection in action truly means.
Global highlights
CILT Singapore
CILT Singapore joins the celebrations by highlighting collaboration and knowledge exchange in the November 2025 issue of CILT Buzz. The feature showcases partnerships that connect professionals, educators and policymakers within Singapore’s logistics and transport ecosystem. Readers can explore the full issue below.
CILT Türkiye
CILT Türkiye continues to connect education with industry through its CILT Brand and Vision Courses. Now in their fourth year, these 14 week courses are delivered by CILT members directly to university students in logistics, transportation and supply chain management. Topics include ecommerce logistics, road transport regulations, maritime finance, digitalisation and artificial intelligence in logistics. The courses now sit within university curricula at Altınbaş and Bahçeşehir Universities, giving students knowledge and valuable networking opportunities with sector professionals. This is a practical model for preparing the next generation of logistics leaders and a clear expression of Connected for Impact.
A Message from CILT Türkiye President
CILT Türkiye connects education with industry through its Vision Courses, empowering young people to turn knowledge into action and preparing the next generation of logistics and transport leaders.
Berna Akyıldız
President, CILT Turkiye
CILT Ireland
CILT Ireland is marking the Global Day with a live webinar exploring how the industry can reduce turnover and retain top talent. The session brings together professionals and students to discuss strategies that strengthen workforce stability, enhance engagement, and build long-term resilience across the supply chain and logistics sector.
KMI Training Provider
Our accredited Training Provider, KMI, joins the celebrations by emphasising the role of professional education in connecting people and strengthening capacity across the global logistics and transport sector. KMI continues to align its programmes with the principles of Connected for Impact by supporting CILT-accredited learning and ensuring that knowledge, innovation and practical skills reach professionals at every stage of their careers.
Through ongoing partnerships with CILT branches and educational institutions, KMI is helping to build a more skilled, future-ready workforce for our profession.
Graduates from KMI’s CILT-accredited programmes shared how learning with CILT International has reshaped their professional outlook and strengthened their impact within the logistics and transport sector.
The CILT Diploma in Sustainable Supply Chains, Digitalisation and Logistics transformed how I approach transport operations. As a logistics coordinator in a trucking company, I now integrate sustainability into route planning and fleet optimisation. The programme gave me the confidence to lead digital transitions and reduce our carbon footprint. It is more than a qualification; it is a mindset shift.
Lovedale Virukai, Logistics Manager, Kinking Investments, Harare, Zimbabwe
Completing the KMI–CILT International Certificate in Fleet Management gave me a new perspective on how warehouse operations connect with transport efficiency. At PSH, I now work more closely with our fleet team to streamline dispatch schedules, reduce idle time and improve delivery turnaround. The programme helped me see the bigger picture – how every movement in the warehouse impacts the fleet and ultimately, customer satisfaction.
Cephas Dukuche, Warehouse Operations Officer, PSH
As a laboratory scientist and Regional Study Coordinator Intern, I have applied insights from the DSSCDL programme to strengthen clinical research coordination through sustainability, resilience and supply chain efficiency. Integrating digital tools into participant recruitment and follow-up has reduced loss to follow-up and operational costs while improving reliability. The programme empowered me to align research logistics and supply chain management with global health priorities.
Kudzai F. V. Chokuona, Regional Study Coordinator Intern, Africa Clinical Research Network (Mutala Trust), Harare, Zimbabwe
These reflections show how professional learning under the CILT umbrella translates directly into practical change, reinforcing how connection begins with education.
Message from our training partner, MELI
Our long-standing training partner, MELI, also joined the celebrations by sharing this message with the CILT International community:
On behalf of the entire team at MELI, I am delighted to extend our warmest congratulations as you celebrate the incredible milestone of your 106th anniversary. Reaching 106 years is a testament to your enduring legacy, unwavering commitment to excellence and the profound impact you have had on the industry. Your leadership and dedication are truly inspiring. We are immensely proud to be your partner and value the collaborative relationship we have built. We look forward to continuing our work together and supporting your journey for many more years to come. Please accept our sincerest congratulations on this magnificent achievement.
This message captures the spirit of collaboration that defines Connected for Impact and reflects the strong relationships CILT continues to build across its global learning and industry partners.
CILT Hong Kong: Building Connections that Drive Progress
CILT Hong Kong joins the celebrations with a message that reflects the importance of connection and collaboration across the global profession.
As we celebrate the 106th anniversary of CILT International and the Global Day of Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation, we reflect on the theme Connected for Impact. This theme underscores the vital connections that our work fosters across the globe. In the realm of supply chain, logistics and transportation, our collective efforts bridge diverse communities, facilitating the seamless exchange of ideas and resources. By nurturing these connections, we empower individuals and organisations to collaborate effectively, driving innovation and progress through executive luncheons, seminars and technical visits. Together, we create a robust network that not only enhances operational efficiency but also contributes to sustainable development and economic growth. Let us continue to strengthen these connections, ensuring that our shared vision for a more integrated and impactful future becomes a reality. Stronger Together.
This contribution from CILT Hong Kong highlights the power of professional collaboration and continuous learning in shaping an interconnected global logistics and transport community.
The Global Day of Supply Chain, Logistics and Transportation is an opportunity to recognise the professionals who keep the world in motion. From ports and warehouses to classrooms and boardrooms, our members drive progress, innovation and resilience every day. As we celebrate our 106th year, we thank every member, partner and branch for contributing to the Institute’s global mission. Together, we continue to shape a world that moves smarter, cleaner and better connected – Stronger Together.
Explore our history
To explore our heritage and see how the CILT story began, revisit our historical retrospective featuring rare photographs and milestones from our early years:
Join the conversation
Share how you or your organisation are Connected for Impact by tagging #TheWorldInMotion and sharing our official global day graphic, download below. Together, we will keep The World in Motion.