C3 Summit

The Next level Visibility Platform

Download State of Dock and Yard Report 2026

June 4th 2026

Birmingham, UK

8:30am – 4:30pm

A smarter way to connect, collaborate, and gain visibility

Join us for the official launch of the new version of C3 Hive and see how the latest evolution of our supply chain collaboration platform helps businesses simplify communication, improve coordination, and respond faster across operations.


At this launch event, you’ll get an inside look at what’s new, what’s improved, and how C3 Hive continues to help organizations connect the right people to the right information at the right time.

Why Attend?

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Get Real Insights

Discover firsthand what’s working with Tech in logistics, and where expectations still outpace reality. Hear directly from peers navigating similar challenges.

Share with C3 Team Leaders

Join a curated group of C3 clients and qualified prospects for candid conversations in a collaborative, solutions-focused environment.

Network with peers

Connect with supply chain executives, DC managers, innovation leaders, and C3 technology experts in an atmosphere built for dialogue and collaboration.

2026 Speakers

Nicholas Couture

CEO

Since 1994, Nicholas Couture has specialized in transport and logistics, founding his company and developing YMS software for a major Canadian firm, which became the blueprint for C3 Solutions’ platforms.

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Greg Braun

CRO

Greg Braun is a Co-Founder and the CRO at C3 Solutions. Greg has over 30 years of experience in the transportation logistics industry, of which the last 22 focus on Yard/Dock Management software solutions.

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Marc Tomkinson

CTO

Marc Is C3′ CTO, beginning his work in 2000 – the year the company was founded. Marc has managed and worked on numerous projects in businesses ranging from grocery, retail, 3PL, and many other industries.

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Neil McEvoy

VP of Business Development

Neil McEvoy is VP of Business Development at C3. With 17 years of management and director experience at one of the UK’s largest parcel post distribution companies.

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Our Guests

Moderator

Ruth Waring

Transportation and Compliance Consultant

Panelist

Charlie Shiels

ex. CEO at ArrowXL

Agenda of the Day

9h00
Opening Remarks

Welcome!

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Nicholas Couture

CEO at C3 Solutions

9h15
Panel

The Reality of Supply Chain visibility and collaboration

Our latest industry survey reveals that even among teams with strong dock and yard operations, network-wide visibility and supplier-carrier collaboration remain the biggest unsolved challenges. This panel explores what the data tells us, and sets the stage for what comes next.

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Ruth Waring

Moderator

Greg Braun

Greg Braun

CRO at C3

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Neil McEvoy

VP Business Dev. C3

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Charlie Shiels

ex. CEO at ArrowXL

10h30

Coffee Break

10h45
Presentation

C3 Products in motion

We’re sharing the latest updates to C3 Reservations and C3 Yard, and making an introduction to C3 Hive as the new layer that puts your entire network in one workspace.

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Ruth Waring

Moderator

Greg Braun

Greg Braun

CRO at C3

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Neil McEvoy

VP Business Dev. C3

12h00

Lunch Break

1h00
Keynote
Demo

Introducing C3 Hive Catalyst

C3 Hive Catalyst is the new supply chain collaboration tool developed by C3. It doesn’t replace what you’ve built: it extends the power of your existing C3 environment by bridging the gap between your operations and your logistics ecosystem, bringing suppliers, carriers, stores, and drivers into one synchronized environment. One platform. One click. Everyone in the loop.

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Nicholas Couture

CEO at C3 Solutions

2h30
Q&A

Q&A session + Closing

Greg Braun

Greg Braun

CRO at C3

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Neil McEvoy

VP Business Dev. C3

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Marc Tomkinson

CTO at C3

3h30
Happy Hour

No Slides, Just Drinks

We’re grateful you made the trip. Now, the bar is open. Come unwind with the team at the hotel lounge. Drinks on us!

Snapshots from our last edition

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Resources center

Deep Dive into C3 Hive

  • Industry survey report

    The State of Dock & Yard Management 2026

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  • Data sheet

    C3 Hive Product sheet

    C3 Hive’s Essential Product information sheet

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  • Video

    How 18 Min Could Save The Supply Chain

    Greg shows how C3 Hive improves DC efficiency by directly connecting shippers, carriers, and drivers.

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  • Case Study

    One platform: 97% driver adoption, zero delays

    A major U.S. grocer cut 54,000 gate calls by using C3 Hive to automate driver check-ins.

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  • Blog

    What Is Supply Chain Collaboration?

    And How Can You Measure It?

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  • Blog

    Supply Chain Control Towers

    Why Everyone’s Talking About Them in 2025

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The Venue

Hyatt Regency Birmingham

2 Bridge St, Birmingham B1 2JZ, United Kingdom

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