Call for Paper

20th ICLS 2026 Call for Papers

It is our great pleasure to invite you to the 20th International Congress on Logistics and SCM Systems (ICLS2026) of the International Federation of Logistics and SCM Systems (IFLS), to be held on July 13 (Mon) – 14 (Tue), 2026, in Nha Trang, Vietnam.

IFLS was established in March 2003 based on the basic agreement among JSLS, KSCM, and TSLS, with the aim of enhancing logistics and SCM research, exchanging technology and knowledge, fostering collaborative research activities, and promoting real-world applications and academic advancements across the Asia-Pacific region and worldwide.

The ICLS 2026 conference will highlight global developments in supply chain and logistics research under the theme “Resilient, Green, and Intelligent Logistics Systems for a Changing World.” The conference will provide a platform for experts around the world to share insights, discuss emerging challenges, and showcase state-of-the-art techniques and technologies in logistics and supply chain management. ICLS 2026 offers a unique opportunity to engage with academic scholars, industry leaders, and global practitioners.

Abstract submission will be available online through the official ICLS 2026 website for abstract-only presentations and full-paper submissions.

Important dates

Full paper submission deadline: June 16, 2026

Early bird registration due: June 15, 2026

Final program release: July 02, 2026

Full registration due: July 05, 2026

Conference dates: July 13 – 14, 2026

List of Topics

A. Maritime, Transport & Aviation Logistics

Maritime, Port & Coastal Logistics

Aviation Logistics

Intelligent Transportation and Distribution Systems

Smart logistics and green mobility

Multimodal transport systems and infrastructure planning

B. Urban, Retail, Tourism & Service Logistics: Management and Economic Perspectives

Urban Logistics & Smart Cities

E-commerce & Last-Mile Logistics

E-logistics and E-supply chain systems

Retail logistics and omnichannel supply chains

Distribution strategies and packaging management

Economics and Management in Logistics

Logistics in Tourism

Logistics management and economics in urban and service

C. Healthcare, Pharmaceutical & Humanitarian Logistics

Pharmaceutical Logistics

Healthcare Logistics

Cold chain management and medical supply chains

Humanitarian and Disaster Logistics

Emergency response, relief distribution, and evacuation logistics

D. Digital Logistics, Data Analytics & Decision Support Systems

Digital logistics systems and platforms

Data analytics in logistics and supply chains

Decision support systems for logistics and SCM

Intelligent decision-making models for logistics systems

Simulation, digital twins, and data-driven logistics

E. Planning, Optimization & Control of Logistics Systems

Logistics planning and control

Optimization of logistics and supply chain management systems

Lean logistics and process improvement

Network design, inventory optimization, and distribution planning

Performance measurement and best practices in logistics and supply chains

F. Sustainable, Green & Responsible Logistics

Green logistics, ESG, and sustainable supply chains

Smart logistics for environmental sustainability

Low-carbon logistics systems

Circular economy and reverse logistics

G. Education, Innovation & Future Logistics

Logistics education, training, and innovation

Digital transformation in logistics education

Industry–academia collaboration in logistics and supply chains

Skills development for future logistics professionals

H. AI for Logistics & Supply Chain Management

AI methods and hybrid AI–Operations Research models for logistics and SCM

AI-driven planning, forecasting, and optimization

Intelligent transportation, warehousing, and automation systems

AI-enabled simulation, digital twins, and real-time analytics

Resilient and sustainable AI-driven supply chains

Explainable, trustworthy, and ethical AI for logistics and supply chain decision-making

Submission Scope

ICLS 2026 welcomes:

  • Theoretical and methodological research
  • Applied and empirical studies
  • Case studies and industry best practices
  • Policy-oriented and interdisciplinary contributions

The conference presents the best paper awards from the full paper submissions and the best presentation awards from all presentations to recognize outstanding research and presentations.

Deadlines

  • Abstract must be submitted online at CMT and received by March 30, 2026
  • Full papers must be submitted online at CMT and received by June 16, 2026

Venue

The conference proceedings will take place at the following locations:

Hotels

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