Today at GovState: Discover the Future of Smart Logistics and eVTOL Technology

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Governors State University (GovState) is hosting the Advancing Smart Logistics Symposium today, May 23, at its University Park, Illinois campus. The event will discuss electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOLs), their technological advancements, and logistical challenges.

The symposium includes panel discussions led by Reggie Greenwood, Director of the Supply Chain Innovation Center and Business Incubator at GovState. Speakers such as Lisa Clemmons Stott from the Illinois Dept. of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, Ryan Cafarelli of Raytheon BBN Technologies, and Dr. Laurence Audenaerd from MITRE will discuss how eVTOLs can be integrated into existing and future logistics systems.

This symposium is part of GovState's Thought Leadership series and involves the College of Business, School of Extended Learning, and the Supply Chain Innovation Center and Business Incubator. Topics will include the economic and environmental benefits of freight electrification, future drone deliveries, and infrastructure development for electric transportation.

Reggie Greenwood stated, 'This conference shows Illinois' progress in the electric vehicle industry and its leadership in aerial innovations like drones and eVTOLs.' He noted the potential of eVTOL technology to lower the carbon footprint and operational costs of aircraft.