A focused look at the geopolitical and security pressures reshaping global supply chains, from Middle East disruptions to Mexico’s rising instability, and the actions that prepare organizations for what’s next.
Supply chains worldwide are entering one of the most volatile risk environments in years. The Middle East remains a critical pressure point, with the Strait of Hormuz disruption affecting over a quarter of global oil flows, 22% of global liquefied natural gas (LNG), and 33% of global urea fertilizer trade.
At the same time, aviation restrictions across key Persian Gulf hubs have reduced global air cargo capacity by 22%, driving higher costs and slower transit. Industries dependent on Middle East routes, including pharmaceuticals, with 80% of India‑to‑Europe cargo moving through the region, now face mounting delays, mode shifts, and cost exposure.
Mexico’s rising instability further amplifies these challenges. With US–Mexico trade now exceeding $870B, disruptions across border crossings, trucking corridors, and manufacturing hubs are increasingly affecting inbound materials, production schedules, and delivery reliability.
In this webinar, we'll break down these risks and outline the essential actions leaders should take now to safeguard continuity, strengthen regional intelligence, and build more resilient supply chain operations.
Key topics:
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Geopolitical disruptions affecting routing, energy, and trade, including instability in the Middle East, Mexico, and Venezuela.
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Evolving trade dynamics, with new tariffs, export controls, and rising cross‑border friction.
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Shifting supplier networks driven by nearshoring, sourcing changes, and tighter regional dependencies.
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Leadership priorities for 2026, including diversification, governance updates, routing agility, and intelligence‑led planning.
Speakers
- Tony Pelli, Global Practice Director, Supply Chain Security & Resilience.
- David Fairnie, Senior Principal Consultant, Supply Chain Security.
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Contact us
Email: consulting@bsigroup.com
Phone: +1 800 862 4977
