FIATA HQ Meeting:
Last Chance to Register! Only 2 Weeks Left!
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Dear FIATA member,
We are very much looking forward to the upcoming FIATA HQ Meeting! Here we would like to remind you of a few things ahead of the event taking place from Saturday 18 March to Tuesday 21 March.
Play an active role in shaping industry solutions and leverage FIATA’s global network in hands-on workshops organised by FIATA Institutes and Advisory Bodies. Among other aspects, you will:
- Unlock the potential of digital transformation in the transport documentation process and particularly how the multimodal digital FBL can revolutionise this;
- Get involved with the discussion on industry decarbonisation, with focus on e-fuels, and with the participation of energy traders;
- Catch-up with the latest cybersecurity and special transport safety processes, with key emphasis on Unit Load Devices;
- Find concrete solutions to critical choke points in trade facilitation measures for seamless global trade flow;
- Discover the importance of standardisation and harmonisation of Advanced Cargo Information globally, as well as the benefits of data set standardisation in facilitating electronic data exchange;
- Gain the latest insights on new corridor shifts to optimise business operations and stay ahead of competition;
- Explore how FIATA is leading the field in the optimisation of AEO programmes for all freight forwarders; and
- Address global driver shortage challenges to facilitate more efficient multimodal transport solutions.
The registration deadline for the event is Sunday 5 March, so don't delay in securing your spot.
For a detailed overview of the 2023 FIATA HQ Meeting programme, scroll down this message.
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What is happening on Friday 17 March?
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Chamonix Tour
08:00-17:30 CET
For Friday 17 March, FIATA HQ has organised a full-day trip to Chamonix, France, departing from the Royal Hotel Geneva, to discover the wonders of the mountainous French Alps at the price of CHF 249 per person.
Participants to the HQ Meeting are invited to register to this day via the official FIATA HQ Meeting registration platform, should they wish to do so, as it will take place the day before the official opening of the event.
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Welcome Cocktail
18:30-20:30 CET
The Welcome Cocktail will take place at the IceBergues venue, located on rue Kléberg 12 in Geneva. A registration desk will also be available for participants to pick up their welcome package.
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What is happening on Saturday 18 March?
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Registration & Exhibition Opening
09:00-10:00 CET
At 09:00 CET, the International Conference Center Geneva (CICG), the venue of the FIATA HQ Meeting, will open its doors for the inauguration of the 2023 FIATA HQ Meeting exhibition, in the presence of the esteemed FIATA President, Ivan Petrov.
This will be a unique opportunity to network with old and new acquaintances and familiarise yourself with the surroundings. In addition, participants are invited to collect their welcome package at the dedicated registration desk.
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Opening Session
10:00-11:15 CET
FIATA President Ivan Petrov will launch the FIATA HQ Meeting 2023 with an opening address, in which he will present the programme and expected outcomes.
Jan Hoffmann, Head of Trade Logistics at UNCTAD, will provide a keynote speech, presenting an outlook on trade and logistics.
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Lunch & Learn: Know your FIATA
12:00-13:30 CET
How can FIATA bring value to your own Association or Individual membership services? How can you better leverage FIATA’s training capabilities? The visa application process to attend the FIATA HQ Meeting is sometimes challenging, how can you maximise your chances of succeeding in a visa application? These are just some of the questions that will be answered in this special Lunch and Learn session.
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Multimodal Transport Institute Workshop
13:30-15:00 CET
Workshop Topics:
'Transport shifts and new corridors'
'Assessment of global drivers’ shortages from FIATA`s perspective'
Moderators:
- Mr Roel Janssens, Secretary to the Working Party on Transport Trends, UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe)
- Mr Philip Van Den Bosch, Senior Freight Strategy Advisor, UIC International Union of Railways
- Mr Murat Seitnepesov, Chairman of the Board, Caspian Container Company SA
- IRU World Road Transport Organisation Moderator TBC
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Maritime and Sustainability Cross Panel
15:30-17:00 CET
Panel Topic:
'Sustainability at What Cost?'
Speakers:
- Dr James Corbett, Environmental Director Europe, WSC World Shipping Council
- Mr Jens Roemer, FIATA Senior Vice President and FIATA Working Group Sea Chair
- Mercuria Speaker TBC
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What is happening on Sunday 19 March?
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Customs Affairs Institute Workshop
09:00-10:30 CET
Workshop Topics:
'Trade Facilitation, regional AEO programmes and their challenges'
'Standardisation and harmonisation of Advanced Cargo Information globally, and dataset standardisation to facilitate electronic data exchange'
Moderators:
- Ms Nadia Belkebir, Manager Cargo Border Management, IATA International Air Transport Association
- Mr Devlyn Naidoo, Executive: SARS & OGA, SAAFF South African Association of Freight Forwarders
- Mr Miguel Espinosa, CEO, General Manager, FITAC Federacion Colombiana De Agentes Logisticos En Comercio Internacional
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Advisory Body on Safety and Security Panel
11:00-12:30 CET
Panel Topic:
'Combatting Cybercrime – Best Practices For A More Resilient Business’
Speakers:
- Ms Tana Tubel, Chief Information Security Officer, Logitech
- Mr Thomas Pache, Head of Cyber Solutions, AON
- Mr Lenning Pedron, Program Director of Trust4SMES, Trust Swiss Valley
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Advisory Body on Legal Matters Panel
11:00-12:30 CET
Panel Topic:
'UNCITRAL work on negotiable multimodal transport documents'
Speakers:
- Ms Yanying Li, Legal Officer, UNCITRAL (United Nations Commission On International Trade Law)
- Mr Richard Gluck, FIATA Vice President and Attorney with Washington DC Office of Foster Garvey
- Other speakers TBC
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Airfreight Institute Workshop
13:30-15:00 CET
Workshop Topic:
'Development of a Global Air Cargo Programme for all regions'
Regional FIATA Representatives will focus on facilitating an engaging internal discussion with FIATA Association Member delegates from all Regions, with a view to gathering practical feedback on industry needs for a modern global air cargo programme. This will equip FIATA and its delegates with the necessary tools and strategies needed in this quickly evolving sector.
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Airfreight and Security Cross-Disciplinary Panel
15:30-17:00 CET
Panel Topic:
‘Effective Handling and Transportation of Unit Load Devices: Addressing Safety, Security, and Best Practices in Airfreight’
Speakers:
- Christopher Licht, Managing Director, Çelebi Aviation Holding
- André Majeres, Head of Cargo Operations, Mail and E-commerce, IATA International Air Transport Association
- Dawit Woubishet Teklemariam, FIATA Airfreight Institute Chair
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What is happening on Monday 20 March?
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Region Europe and Region Asia Pacific Sessions
09:00-10:30 CET
Session Topics:
'FIATA documents, the Air Cargo Global Programme and ICS2 Release II & III'
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Advisory Body on Information and Technology Workshop
11:00-12:30 CET
Workshop Topic:
'Exploring the value of the multimodal digital FBL for different modes of transport'
Moderators:
- Lutercia Porto, Digital Projects Director, MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company)
- Konstantinos Alexopoulos, Chief Transport Facilitation and Economics, UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe)
- Stéphane Noll, Head of Digital Engagement and Transformation, CHAMP
- Philip Van den Bosch, Deputy Freight Director, UIC (International Union of Railways)
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Innovation and Artificial Intelligence Panel
13:30-15:00 CET
Participants of this exciting panel will hear from industry experts on the latest innovations in the cargo supply chain, including artificial intelligence and ongoing digital technology developments which will impact and support freight forwarders.
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Region Americas and Region Africa and Middle East Sessions
15:30-17:00 CET
Session Topics:
'FIATA documents, the Air Cargo Global Programme and the ICS2 Release II & III'
For Region Americas, there will be a presentation on 'the FIATA-UIC Seminar: development of transport corridor in South America'.
For Region Africa and Middle East, SAAFF South African Association of Freight Forwarders will make a presentation titled: 'Strengthen the regional unfolding of trade facilitation and AEO programmes'.
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Evening Cocktail
18:30-20:30 CET
The Evening Cocktail will take place at the FIATA HQ Meeting venue at 18:30-20:30 CET. Come and enjoy a nice evening with all FIATA HQ Meeting participants.
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What is happening on Tuesday 21 March?
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FIATA Logistics Institute Workshop
09:00-10:30 CET
Workshop Topic:
'Developments in Freight Forwarding and Logistics'
Moderator:
- Steven McDermott, Director of Education and Marketing, CIFFA Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association
- Other speakers TBC
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FIATA Logistics Institute Panel
11:00-12:30 CET
Panel Topic:
'A Paradigm Shift?: Future Trends in Training'
In this session, experts will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in logistics and freight forwarding training. Speakers will share insights and vision for the future of training in the industry and the changing landscape of education and workforce development.
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Advisory Body on International Affairs Workshop
13:30-15:00 CET
Workshop Topic:
'Accelerating Trade Through Implementation: the Vital Role of National Trade Facilitation Committees'
Moderator:
- Mr Poul Hansen, Chief of Trade Facilitation Section, UNCTAD United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
- Other speakers TBC
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Closing Address
16:00-17:30 CET
FIATA Association members gather once more to take stock of the FIATA HQ Meeting and recap key takeaways from this comprehensive four-day event.
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