Future Thinkers
About Future Thinkers
Future Thinkers is a long-term initiative built to help the project cargo community anticipate change. The program is led by a group of senior executives and specialized academic experts who meet at each Breakbulk event to identify the fundamental shifts coming between now and 2045 and what companies can do today to prepare for them.The program has now expanded to include a new element: open membership for industry professionals from all sectors involved in industrial projects.
By joining the Future Thinkers community, you gain a front-row seat to this year-round exchange of global intelligence
As a member, you will:
Participate in Research
Contribute to the ongoing work of identifying the technical, geopolitical and environmental forces shaping the next two decades.
Receive Early Invitations
Get priority access to community forums at each Breakbulk event to discuss these findings directly with representatives from the core executive and academic group.
Access Exclusive Intelligence
Be the first to receive thought pieces and data-driven insights straight from the latest Future Thinkers sessions.
Meet the future thinkers
Explore findings from the inaugural global summit of the Future Thinkers.
Download the free report now by filling out the short form.
2026 Schedule of events
16 – 18 June 2026
Breakbulk Europe – Rotterdam, Netherlands
Future Thinkers meeting to advance several topics based on global conditions.
In-the-round theatre discussion with audience Q&A, open to event attendees.
22 – 24 September 2026
Breakbulk Americas – Houston, USA
Future Thinkers meeting to advance several topics based on global conditions.
In-the-round theatre discussion with audience Q&A, open to event attendees.
October 2026
2nd Annual Global Summit – Location TBD
Future Thinkers meeting to advance several topics based on global conditions.
Prepare Future Thinkers Update 2027.
18–19 November 2026
Breakbulk Asia – Singapore
Future Thinkers meeting to advance several topics based on global conditions.
In-the-round theatre discussion with audience Q&A, open to event attendees.
Don’t just watch the future happen—join the Future Thinkers community
The program operates year-round through Breakbulk Events & Media, sustaining a steady exchange of insight that supports planning, investment and collaboration across all regions.
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