Event Calendar

Operational & Technical Conference Drybulk Terminals Amsterdam
2023-11-08 - 2023-11-10 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
The Conference will take place in the Hilton Hotel in Amsterdam. After the welcome lunch we will have an active excursion in the Port of Amsterdam and visit our Member terminals. Again we will have a Golf Tournament (the Cooper Cup) on Tuesday 7th of November 2023 and an interesting partner programme as well in the Amsterdam region.

GTR Africa: Exploring Africa's Opportunities Through Trade, Finance & Innovation - London
2023-11-08 00:00 UTC | London, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom
“GTR Africa 2023 is set to return to London in November to provide the latest developments on a range of topics including trade and commodities, ECA and infrastructure finance, sustainable development, fintech innovations and more.
Firmly established as the leading London-based trade finance gathering for Africa-focused corporates and financiers, event participants received the opportunity to connect with all corners of the market, from local and international banks to multinational corporations and SMEs, independent financiers, commodity brokers and traders, insurers and risk managers, lawyers, consultants, ECAs, multilaterals and more!”

Global Grain Geneva 2023
2023-11-07 - 2023-11-09
Fastmarkets Global Grain Geneva 2023 is where hundreds of grain trading professionals are expected from across the globe Nov. 7-9 for networking and informational opportunities.
Fastmarkets is a leading global cross-commodity price reporting agency based in London. In 2022, more than 900 decision-makers from over 60 countries attended the three-day event in Geneva, Switzerland.
Global Grain Geneva 2023 will see a focus on:

Climate change and the impact of extreme weather events on the sector;
Trade flow disruptions driven by trade sanctions and protectionist measures, looking at the new opportunities for grain traders;
Infrastructure and transportation challenges and the impact they are having on grain flows globally;
Millers’ operations and grain quality;
Global grain market trends;
Market volatility and price fluctuations, Fastmarkets’ experts will be discussing pricing trends, forecasts and hedging and trading strategies;
Black Sea market developments — gain the information you need to assess and manage the risks associated with uncertainties in this region.

For more information, visit the event website.

Fastmarkets Global Grain Geneva
2023-11-07 - 2023-11-09 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
Against the backdrop of the Black Sea grain corridor collapsing, and extreme weather conditions impacting traditional grain trade routes, now more than ever you need expert insights and new trading opportunities.
Global Grain Geneva hosts key voices from across the global supply chain, to provide you with the information required to negotiate the best deals for the year ahead. Dig into and debate contentious issues, gain insights to ensure you are able to get ahead of and manage upcoming risks, between your meetings with partners from around the world.

IBIA Annual Convention Dubai
2023-11-07 - 2023-11-09 | Middle-East, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Bunker Surveyor Course is an intensive training program focused on imparting the necessary skills and knowledge for conducting accurate bunker surveys. The curriculum covers crucial topics such as understanding fuel types and regulations, safety procedures, practical techniques for sampling and gauging, and methods for accurate fuel quantity calculation. The course also teaches participants the importance of detailed documentation, ethical practices, and professionalism.

23rd Fastmarkets Forest Products International Containerboard Conference 2023 Chicago
2023-11-06 - 2023-11-08 | Chigago, USA, Chicago, United States
It’s been another rollercoaster year for the packaging industry. From the e-commerce boom fuelled by the pandemic, and the global disruption to supply chains following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the industry has weathered an almost unprecedented series of highs and lows. Add to that the recent slump in prices resulting from suppressed demand, a high inflationary environment and cost pressures and a wave of new capacity set to come online in the Fall. How will all this play out? Are there any silver linings? What does it mean for packaging and where are the opportunities? Join us to hear from industry leaders, Fastmarkets experts as we dissect the critical issues facing the containerboard industry.

World Coal Leaders Network 2023, Madrid
2023-11-05 - 2023-11-07 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
Join peers from across Europe at the region’s premier coal trading event. You will make new connections, reconnect with old, and be able to negotiate deals across the three days. Experts will be on hand to share the latest supply and demand outlooks, discuss macro and regional trading dynamics, and share pricing updates to better inform your trading position. As the world transitions to Net Zero, this is your time to learn from, and share best practice with your peers on the challenges and opportunities this transition creates.

FT Live: Energy Transition Summit - London
2023-10-31 00:00 - 2023-11-02 00:00 | London, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom
“The 8th edition of the Financial Times’ Energy Transition Summit will bring together senior leaders from the energy industry spectrum, finance and business leaders from high energy consuming industries who are tackling this energy trilemma.
Climate change is the major overarching emergency of our time. Energy production of all types accounts for 72 percent of all emissions. While the transition to low carbon energy sources has begun, scaling up the deployment of clean energy technology has to be accelerated. How will the industry navigate and deliver clean, affordable and secure energy?”

IAPH World Ports Conference Dubai
2023-10-31 00:00 - 2023-11-02 00:00 | Abu Dhabi, UAE, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
A world-class in person event in Abu Dhabi bringing together leading port stakeholders for learning, information sharing, networking and collaboration.

Arctic Shipping Summit, Montreal
2023-10-29 - 2023-10-30 | America, Montréal, Canada
We are pleased to announce that Arctic Shipping Summit will take place on 29th & 30th of Nov 2023 in Montreal, Canada.
Join us at the 17th edition of the summit which will once again bring together leading executives and experts from across the entire value chain including ship-owners, ship-managers & associated solution providers, coastguards and governmental transport authorities, meteorologists, consultants & technology providers for two days of informative presentations, interactive Q&A sessions, panel discussions and networking opportunities.

Energy Trading Week Americas - Houston
2023-10-26 00:00 - 2023-10-27 00:00 | Chigago, USA, Chicago, United States
The energy industry as we know it is at an inflection point, with a myriad of forces changing the way the industry does business. Calls to significantly reduce the industry’s carbon footprint have grown stronger, yet the challenges to achieving ambitious targets have been thrown into sharp relief. Geopolitical challenges including continued war in Ukraine, as well as growing tensions between the US and China are disrupting trade flows and causing concern, both at home and abroad, about energy security. Market dynamics are changing rapidly, with US gas and power markets more exposed to international pressure than ever before. And market volatility continues to throw high-stakes unpredictability into mix.

Environmental Markets Week Houston
2023-10-25 00:00 - 2023-10-27 00:00 | Chigago, USA, Chicago, United States
A truly unique and differentiated platform for learning, networking and benchmarking through our 5 core focuses – Visibility, Practical, Global, Audience, Access.

WISTA International AGM & Conference - Montevideo
2023-10-25 00:00 - 2023-10-27 00:00 | Montevideo, Uruguay, Montevideo, Uruguay
“This year’s WISTA International AGM & Conference will be celebrated in Montevideo, from 25th until 27th October 2023, in the beautiful capital city of Uruguay, which will be holding place at the Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel. The conference will focus on the key shipping and trading activities that make Latin America such an essential piece of the global economic jigsaw. But it will also examine shipping’s journey towards a greener, more digitalised future, both within Latin America and beyond. We look forward to meeting you in Montevideo!”

TXF Africa - Export & Natural Resources Finance
2023-10-24 00:00 - 2023-10-25 00:00 | South Africa, United States
“Our three brands have joined forces to champion Africa! With aspects from TXF’s export & commodity finance, Proximo’s project finance and Uxolo’s development finance this in-person spectacular has something for everyone, and maximizes networking at every possible turn.
Exile Group is the parent company of TXF, Proximo & Uxolo. Given the synergies in the markets the three brands serve, Exile is co-locating a number of its physical events in 2023. Attendees can optimise their trips by attending a TXF / Proximo / Uxolo event all at the same time, meeting more prospective business partners and learning about a wider range of industry trends.”

Commodity Trading Fundamentals
2023-10-24
This course is inspired by a bespoke training which encountered such a success that SUISSENÉGOCE decided to propose it to a wider audience.
Its objective is to provide the participants, in a very short period of time, with a comprehensive understanding of all steps needed to execute a transaction from start to finish. The course focuses on the importance of each phase of a trading contract and emphasises the interactions between them.
The course is aimed at all employees new to the industry in administrtive positions looking to enhance their understanding of the commodity trading world, as well as to anyone who is seeking to fully grasp all angles of this complex economic activity.

Agriculture Saudi
2023-10-23 - 2023-10-26 | Middle-East, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The 40th edition of the international exhibition for agriculture, Food, Aquaculture, Packaging and Agro-industry is the largest B2B event of agriculture sector in the region showcasing leading technologies and solutions, cutting-edge engineering and innovations.
The event brings businessmen, industry professionals, decision-makers, and sellers to develop their business at the leading agriculture event at the center of the largest market in the Middle East.

Petrospot Aracon 2023 - Rotterdam
2023-10-19 00:00 - 2023-10-20 00:00 | Rotterdam, Netherlands, Rotterdam, Netherlands
“ARACON, the longest-running and biggest bunkering conference in the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp region, returns to Rotterdam on 19-20 October to deliver another incisive, no-nonsense conference programme that will report on the ‘health’ of the marine fuels and shipping sectors.
Late 2023 may well be an inflexion point for the ARA bunker market – and the global marine fuels sector. The industry is grappling with the demands of recent regulation, such EEXI and CII, and close on the horizon – in 2024 – the EU’s Fit for 55 measures will begin to impact bunkering and shipping operations. The inclusion of shipping in the EU’s Emissions Trading System will mean profound change for both Europe-based and international owners, and bunker companies will also have to keep ahead of the curve.”

GreenPort Congress & Cruise - Lisbon
2023-10-18 00:00 - 2023-10-20 00:00 | Lisbon, Portugal, Lisbon, Portugal
GreenPort Congress is a meeting place for the port community to discuss and learn the latest in sustainable environmental practice. It offers ways to reduce their carbon foot print and be more sensitive to environmental considerations, both of which are vital to future success.

Maritime HR & Crew Management Summit
2023-10-18 - 2023-10-19 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
ACI’s Maritime HR & Crew Management Summit is the premier event for professionals working in the Maritime industry in Europe. Taking place in the vibrant city of London, United Kingdom on Wednesday 18th & Thursday 19th of October, this event provides an unparalleled opportunity to stay up to date with the latest trends, policies, and regulations shaping the Maritime HR industry.
Over the course of two days, attendees will hear from expert speakers on a range of topics which will provide invaluable insights into the current state of the market and what to expect in the years to come. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with fellow professionals and industry leaders, including top ship owners, ship managers, fleet captains and superintendents and many more.

TOC Americas 2023
2023-10-17 - 2023-10-19 | South America, Panama, Panama
TOC Americas returned to Panama, one of the integral landmarks to world trade, to gather the region’s leading port decision-makers, policy experts, solution-providers and more.
This brings you the opportunity to LEARN accross 3-content-themed days; BE INSPIRED by influential industry leaders and technical experts; CONNECT with key container supply chain professionals; NETWORK at our famous social programme and exclusive fiestas; and DISCOVER the latest innovations at our world-class port technology exhibition.
The meeting place where business comes to life.

The Marine Energy Transition Forum
2023-10-17 - 2023-10-18 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
The Marine Energy Transition Forum (METF) returns to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges on 17/18 October to review the rate and scale of progress on shipping’s decarbonisation.
Now in its fourth edition, there will be much to discuss at this year’s Forum as it comes just ahead of what will be a momentous and challenging period for shipping as new EU environmental legislation comes into play, notably FuelEU Maritime, the revised Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive and the EU Emissions Trading System. At this year’s Forum, shipping’s new fuels and technologies will be considered from the perspective of partnerships, with a clear focus on the industry’s engagement with ports as the new energy hubs, innovators and collaborators in the maritime energy transition.

Petrospot Marine Energy Transition Forum - Antwerp
2023-10-17 00:00 - 2023-10-18 00:00 | Belgium, Antwerp, Belgium
“The Marine Energy Transition Forum (METF) returns to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges on 17/18 October to review the rate and scale of progress on shipping’s decarbonisation.
Now in its fourth edition, there will be much to discuss at this year’s Forum as it comes just ahead of what will be a momentous and challenging period for shipping as new EU environmental legislation comes into play, notably FuelEU Maritime, the revised Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive and the EU Emissions Trading System.”

FT Live: Africa Summit - London
2023-10-17 00:00 | London, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom
The last decade has seen the optimism of Africa Rising give way to concerns of stagnation, debt, conflict and food insecurity. Yet many of Africa’s economies have continued to grow. African tech attracts large amounts of capital and the continent’s commitment to creating a single market has resulted in many other countries paying Africa unprecedented attention, creating opportunities to attract more investment. How can African countries steer the right diplomatic and economic course; manage the energy transition effectively and also create the economic conditions to ensure that its young, fast-rising populations find jobs to fulfil their own aspirations and contribute to their nations’ development?

Maritime SheEO
2023-10-14
The Maritime SheEO Conference 2023 will be a hybrid event with delegates and virtual attendees from all over the world. This year we estimate over 200 attendees and over 2000 people to stream online. It is an excellent platform for inspiration, advice, and networking. You’ll find great connections and learning opportunities for women in any vertical of maritime. It’s great to attend physically and meet industry leaders, but there’s something for our virtual participants as well!

European Commodities Exchange
2023-10-12 - 2023-10-13 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
In 2023, the Grain and Feed Chamber will host the 63rd edition of the European Commodities Exchange, which will be held for the first time in Central- Eastern Europe. We will be delighted to welcome you on 12-13 October at the Warsaw Expo XXI Centre. I am convinced that participants of the next edition of ECE will benefit from the cooperation, contracts and new experiences that the event will bring. I would like to invite you to contact our Chamber team today and book your October session.

GTR Turkey: Delivering Economic Growth Through Exports - Istanbul
2023-10-11 00:00 | Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul, Turkey
“As the leading trade and export financing event of its kind in the country, and with established support from key industry institutions, GTR Turkey is set to return to Istanbul to provide Turkish corporates, financiers and investors with the key forum to make invaluable business contacts and learn from the leading figures in Turkish trade.
Welcoming over 350 representatives from international and regional companies in 2022 and featuring the latest and most forward-thinking market insights, the event is designed to foster maximum engagement between attendees, bringing all parties involved in Turkish trade together for a one-day focused gathering.”

Intermodal Europe 2023
2023-10-10 - 2023-10-12 | Europe & UK, Antwerp, Belgium
Intermodal Europe will take place at Amsterdam RAI Amsterdam from the 10th to the 12th of October 2023, showcasing the latest developments from Dutch and international companies in the container, transport, and logistics sectors, including air transport, maritime transport, and land transport, as well as logistics

New York Maritime Forum
2023-10-10 | Chigago, USA, Chicago, United States
The New York Maritime Forum (NYMF) is both an investment and an industry conference that provides an platform for investors, financiers, cargo owners and shipowners to discuss the latest developments in the global shipping, energy and commodity markets, as well as in the financial and capital markets. Also, to address critical topics of the industry such as regulation, technology, innovation and more.
This one-day conference, known for its rich informational content and the extensive marketing, networking and business development opportunities

World Hydrogen Week, Rotterdam
2023-10-09 - 2023-10-13 | Chigago, USA, Chicago, United States
An unprecedented opportunity to bring project cargo professionals together!
Breakbulk Americas, the region’s largest trade event for the project cargo and breakbulk industry, welcomes global sector leaders, including decision-makers from leading energy companies and EPCs, as well as regional specialized service providers. This is the place for industry networking and to discover the trends shaping project opportunities.

FT Live Mining Summit - London
2023-10-05 00:00 - 2023-10-06 00:00 | London, United Kingdom, London, United Kingdom
“Minerals of the Future – At a time of tense geopolitics, efforts to move production and processing closer to home are reshaping global supply chains, and “mineral security” is becoming a key concern.
Investment in the mining industry is critical for the world to produce the vast quantities of minerals and metals needed for the energy transition. As the uncertain global economic outlook presents challenges, how will the industry work to realign production and distribution to fit the new macro environment?”
