Seminars

NEOM Research Seminar on 25 August 2026

【NEOM Research Seminar - Dr Ahmed IRAQI】 Join us for the upcoming NEOM Research Seminar featuring Dr Ahmed IRAQI (Assistant Professor, ESCA School of Management, Morocco), moderated by Prof. Chris Lo (Founding Director of Network of Empirical Operations Management (NEOM) and LMS Professor). Dr Iraqi will present his research topic "Empirical Research on Global Digital Consumer Culture: A Cross-Continental Analysis," exploring how cultural, institutional, and economic contexts influence digital platform adoption, consumer trust, cyber risks, and online purchasing behavior worldwide. This session offers key insights for researchers and practitioners interested in global strategy, international marketing, and digital policy. All are welcome to attend! Registration: https://lnkd.in/gcm-K6E2 📅 Date: 25 August, 2026 🕒 Time: 15:00 - 16:00 (HKT) 📍 Venue: QR513, PolyU (In-person) 💻Online Zoom Link: https://lnkd.in/gM2FQYP2 🔑 Meeting ID: 817 5002 7931 | Passcode: 720384  

NEOM Research Seminar on 19 August 2026

【Join us at the NEOM Research Seminar featuring Prof. Palie Smart】 We are delighted to invite you to an upcoming research seminar featuring Professor Palie Smart , Professor in Operations Management and Former Head of School Management, University of Bristol Business School moderated by Prof. Chris Lo, our Founding Director. Drawing on insights from the UK National Productivity Institute and the University of Bristol’s £11 million REWIRE center for next-generation semiconductor technologies, Prof. Smart will examine the relationship between artificial intelligence, technological innovation, and productivity. The session will explore how innovation management must evolve to help emerging technologies deliver sustained and scalable economic growth—a critical topic for future prosperity both in the UK and internationally. Registration: https://lnkd.in/gb6-eZRU 📅 Date: 19 August, 2026 🕒 Time: 10:30 - 11:30 (HKT) 📍 Venue: DE301, PolyU (In-person)   💻 Zoom Link: https://lnkd.in/gM2FQYP2 🔑 Meeting ID: 817 5002 7931 | Passcode: 720384   Don't miss this opportunity to connect with leading scholars and explore the future of innovation and productivity!  

NEOM Industry-University-Research Seminar on July 7, 2026

【High-level Research Discussion with Industry Leaders on AI+ Supply Chain Management】 We successfully held a High-level Research Discussion with Founders, CEOs, and CTOs of Listed Companies, themed "AI + Supply Chain" on 7 July. The event commenced with opening remarks by LMS Interim Head Prof. Mike Lai and NEOM Founding Director Prof. Chris Lo, who introduced the Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies (LMS) and outlined the core objectives of this collaborative exchange.   The seminar featured deep insights from two professors specializing in AI, who presented on federated learning and the integration of artificial intelligence in smart manufacturing and supply chains. This academic perspective was seamlessly paired with practical industry insights, as leadership from five leading enterprises shared their current practices and forward-looking visions for deploying AI agents. The event concluded with a guided tour of the Industrial Centre and a networking session at Hotel Icon, where participants engaged in deeper discussions regarding potential future cooperation and collaborative innovation. LMS and NEOM look forward to new research collaborations with these leading firms.   We are privileged to have representatives from prominent industry leaders and listed companies to join the discussion, including: CIMC Enric Holdings Limited (3899.HK) (Presenter) Beijing Zhidemai Technology Co., Ltd. (300785) (Presenter) Annto Supply Chain Technology (Presenter) WeTuc (wetuc.com) (Presenter) Guangzhou SIE Consulting Co., Ltd. (Presenter) Haier RRS Supply Chain Sineng Electric Co., Ltd. (300827) PGL Logistics    

NEOM Double Research Seminar on 18 June 2026

NEOM Double Research Seminar on 18 June 2026

NEOM Research Seminar – Industry Edition on 28 May 2026

NEOM Lecture Sharing on 8 April 2026

NEOM Research Seminar on 8 Jan 2026

NEOM Inaugural Research Seminar (Double Seminar) on 7 Jan 2026

NEOM Inaugural Research Seminar (Double Seminar) on 7 Jan 2026