Leading economist Vicky Pryce, CEBR chief economic adviser and Visiting Professor at King’s College London, has been announced as the keynote speaker for Logistics UK’s Finance Forum 2026.
Announcing the event, Logistics UK said the Forum will offer logistics operators practical insights on how to navigate mounting economic uncertainty and operational pressures, as the sector continues to face shifting global trade dynamics, evolving regulation and rising cost challenges.
Pryce formerly served as Joint Head of the UK Government Economic Service and a partner and chief economist at KPMG following senior positions in banking and the energy sector. She is also a Fellow of the Royal Economic Society and the Society for Professional Economists.
Ben Fletcher, Logistics UK chief executive, said: “At Logistics UK, we pride ourselves on delivering quality events that provide real value and practical insights for attendees, and our annual Finance Forum is no exception.
“This year’s Finance Forum will be data-rich, giving logistics businesses a wider picture of the UK economy, the state of global trade and, crucially, the information they need to make investment and planning decisions.
“We’re delighted to welcome Ms Pryce as our keynote speaker, and her experience and insights will be invaluable for logistics operators managing their businesses in the current volatile conditions.”
The Forum’s speaker lineup also includes Phil Roe, Logistics UK president, Sarah Watkins, deputy director of policy, and James Mills, head of trade, as well as speakers from chartered accounancy firm RPGCC, Pass Logistics, HSBC and more.
Logistics UK’s Finance Forum is taking place on 9 July at Hallam Conference Centre, London. More information on the event can be found here.
