Resilience at Risk

  • 20 November 2025

Board Governance in a Fractured Supply Chain.

Addressing geopolitical risks in supply chains and the board’s role in resilience planning.

In an era of heightened geopolitical tension, global supply chains are under persistent strain.

From Red Sea disruptions to the strategic decoupling between the US and China, supply chain vulnerabilities now sit squarely on boardroom agendas.

 

This session will provide board members and executives with tools to enhance oversight and lead with agility in an uncertain world.

Be part of the conversation on building resilient governance in a fragmented global economy.

Join GCC BDI, Good Governance Academy and our panel of experts to explore:

  • Emerging supply chain risks and how they impact strategic operations.
  • The board’s role in resilience, continuity, and scenario planning.
  • Governance strategies for diversifying and de-risking supply chains.
  • How to prepare your organization for the next global disruption.

 

Register now and equip your board with the foresight to lead amid shifting global paradigms.

Background information

In 2025, global supply chains are navigating an era of unprecedented disruption. Geopolitical tensions, environmental challenges, and technological vulnerabilities have converged, exposing systemic weaknesses and compelling organizations to rethink their strategies.

 

Geopolitical Disruptions

The Red Sea crisis, initiated by Houthi attacks on commercial vessels, has significantly impacted maritime trade routes. Major shipping companies have rerouted vessels around the Cape of Good Hope, adding substantial time and cost to global shipping . Simultaneously, the US-China decoupling has intensified, with both nations imposing export restrictions and leveraging supply chains as tools of geopolitical influence.

 

Environmental and Technological Challenges

Climate change-induced events, such as water shortages affecting the Panama Canal, have further strained supply chains . Additionally, the rise in cyberattacks targeting supply chain networks underscores the need for robust digital resilience strategies.

 

The Imperative for Board-Level Oversight

These multifaceted disruptions highlight the critical role of board governance in ensuring organizational resilience. Boards must engage in proactive scenario planning, diversify supplier networks, and integrate risk management into strategic decision-making processes.
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This event aims to equip board members and executives with the insights and tools necessary to navigate this complex landscape. Participants will explore emerging supply chain risks, the board’s role in resilience planning, and governance strategies for de-risking supply chains.

Our guests

Andrew Bishop
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Matthew Penney

Matthew Penney

Group Senior Vice President, Enterprise Risk & Resilience – DP World

Matthew Penney is an experienced risk and resilience executive with over 20 years’ experience leading enterprise-wide risk, compliance, and continuity programmes across global infrastructure, logistics, and financial institutions.

 

As Group Senior Vice President for Enterprise Risk and Resilience at DP World, Matthew oversees the Group’s global risk and resilience framework across more than 560 business units in 79 countries. His work focuses on enhancing organisational preparedness, strengthening risk visibility, and aligning governance with investor and regulatory expectations in an increasingly complex operating environment.

 

Prior to joining DP World, Matthew led enterprise risk and resilience functions at NEOM in Saudi Arabia, PwC, and Deutsche Bank, where he supported major transformation and regulatory programmes with the U.S. Federal Reserve, FCA, and Bank of England (PRA). His career has been defined by helping organisations navigate operational and geopolitical disruption, manage third-party dependencies, and embed sustainable resilience practices.

 

A graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Matthew began his career in the British Army, where he developed the leadership and crisis-management principles that continue to shape his professional approach today.

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