1 day event
GTR MENA 2021 Dubai
Emirates Towers, Dubai, UAE
September, 22, 2021
Following on from the virtual event held in February and as part of its combined hybrid offering for 2021, Global Trade Review is delighted to be returning to Dubai for GTR MENA 2021 on September 22 for a special in-person event, taking place at the Jumeirah Emirates Towers.
Reflecting on the seismic previous 18 months for trade and exports in the region, proceedings will address a range of topics and issues, from trade resilience and the road to post-Covid recovery to the many exciting developments in the fintech and tradetech space, issues around supply chain management and SCF, emerging trade corridors, asset distribution and the increasing significance of ESG.
As the first opportunity to bring the GTR MENA community together in-person since February 2020, this event represents an exclusive opportunity for participants to network and connect with experts, industry peers and potential clients, all within a Covid-safe environment in line with the latest government regulations.
What others are saying
"GTR MENA is an opportunity that I would not miss at any cost. Over the years it has transformed from simple networking to knowledge sharing and creating a source of ‘GO TO’ for information."
S Desai, Humana International
"An excellent platform to network and unlock opportunities to explore the Middle East and Africa trade and finance focus."
Z Meyer, Nedbank CIB
"Worldwide GTR conferences allow businesses to improve, while discussing, sharing views and networking with the greatest experts in trade finance. Attending GTR gives the opportunity to touch base regarding the latest developments, hot topics and possible solutions to the main issues of the decade."
P Gupta, Polytrade
"The best-organised trade finance event in Dubai, with trade professionals looking forward to attending each year."
K Duraiswamy, ADCB
“Once again, GTR pulled off an amazing event. Great networking, great content – an absolute must-attend!”
R Harding, Coriolis Technologies
"Great opportunity for networking and to receive an outlook on trade and export for MENA."
F H Salem, NPS Energy
"The best annual event for networking in the trade finance market."
G Wilson, Intertek
"GTR MENA remains THE event where stakeholders across the region are able to gather on a common platform to share their experiences and knowledge."
Y Khan, Citi
"GTR events are the window of the future."
F Lahbib, OCP Group
"I have attended several editions of GTR MENA, this year’s event was special being my first as a panellist on a hot topic of the year. I enjoyed the entire experience, from the preparation phase until we went live. The organisers were helpful, simple and fun to work with, whilst after the session, I received several emails which proved the efficiency of such virtual sessions. Looking forward to next year’s event."
Z Brake, Euler Hermes
"A very good event for meeting people, banks and technology of the field you work in and to upgrade further."
N Nazar, EGIS Group
“GTR has always been a great place to network; the content, speakers and panel discussions were well chosen, engaging and relevant to the industry trends.”
L Almeida, Markel International (Dubai) Limited
"Congratulations on the MENA conference — the content is great and the platform impressive. Highly relevant for the Indian Ocean region."
M Livsey, IORA
"Awesome event with a packed and relevant agenda for the current macro economic scenario."
S Kuriyakkattil, Bank FAB
"The GTR MENA 2024 event provided invaluable insights into emerging market trends and opportunities offering essential networking opportunities for banking professionals."
P Singh, United Arab Bank
"A great conference with lot of relevant discussions. Look forward to the next event."
P Koththigoda, Shell
"Good conference with great opportunities to network and meet relevant industry stakeholders."
A Sunderkumar, Standard Chartered
"Thanks to the GTR Team for another superbly organised event. The relevance and content of the event has driven the record attendance. Many thanks to the panellists for the lively conversations!"
S Roy, TradeAssets
"A good platform to gain awareness of the market challenges faced today and the potential areas that need to be addressed."
P Shankar, OSN
"Very informative and timely."
M Yousuf, Tetra Pak
Overall great event, critical topics being discussed and high level of participation with excellent networking opportunities. Keep up the great work."
Y Tahboub, Bank of Jordan
"With all relevant players present, this is an excellent event for all trade finance practitioners in the region, featuring great networking opportunities."
T Richter, Daimler Commercial Vehicles
"It is vital for all professionals involved in trade to be up to date with innovation, disruption and the advance of technology. That is precisely the value offered by GTR MENA. This is where the rubber hits the road!"
P Matza, ACT
"Very useful, topics and areas are taken correctly. A useful event to get in touch with new people who are all in global trade."
V Arunachalam, Platinum Corporates
"Terrific event, I have had the privilege of speaking at past forums. Very solid topics, senior stakeholder attendance, well organized — put on your short list!"
J Logan, Pelican
"An excellent platform for networking and gaining great insight of the trade and treasury from across the globe."
A David, ALEC Group
"A powerful gathering uniting the banking industry and broader financial network."
A Sayed, Lloyd's List Intelligence
“GTR MENA is an integral part of the regional trade finance community to reflect upon emerging corridor opportunities along with changing dynamics and new risks to remain relevant in the market.”
S Ozkan, SMBC Group
"Excellent arrangements and a great opportunity to meet up with industry peers and exchange views."
A Dasani, BBK Online
“GTR MENA saw amazing participation from exporters, importers, fintech's, service providers facilitating International trade, and global banks. Sessions were very enriching”
V Lodha, 360tf
"GTR MENA gets bigger and better every year!"
S Pullolickel, GE
"GTR MENA remains the industry event for all things trade related. If you are connected to trade, this is the event to be at."
A Xavier, Barclays
"Once again an excellent event hosted by the highly professional GTR Team. The fact that it is one of the first in-person Conferences after two years, also made it a landmark event enjoyed by Banks, Insurers, Traders and a wide spectrum of other Stakeholders alike."
Z Meyer, Nedbank CIB
"GTR MENA continues to grow an importance with a record 900+ attendees this year. Exceptional networking opportunities with corporates and banks."
M Iqbal, Standard Chartered
"GTR brings the trade and export finance community together which contributes to improved governance, knowledge and leadership in the region."
S Ozkan, SMBC Group
"The premier trade and export finance event in the region embracing the diversity in business opportunities."
P Luketa, CB Advisers
"It is a one stop shop for all business partners to meet."
H Ashraf, Novelis
"Debates on contemporary subjects and the many networking opportunities are key benefits."
P Mukherjee, Adebs Management Consultants
"GTR MENA is a recurring committed event on my calendar as I get to connect with pretty much all key industry players covering economics update, policy makers, banks, FIs, corporate treasurers, CFOs, finance professionals and technology providers."
U Pirzada, Al Majdouie Holding Co
"With all relevant players present, this is an excellent event for all trade finance practitioners in the region, featuring great networking opportunities."
T Richter, Daimler Commercial Vehicles
"An excellent opportunity to meet corporates, FIs and Fintechs in one location."
M Aryan, National Bank of Bahrain (NBB)
"I thoroughly appreciated and enjoyed the opportunity to discuss emerging trade finance trends with industry players at GTR MENA. These events always have a positive atmosphere and are now more relevant than ever. I look forward to next year’s event!"
F Danab, Bank of America
"As a first-time attendee at GTR MENA, I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the enriching experience. The event exceeded my expectations, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities. Thank you for making my inaugural participation memorable."
I Amirbekyan, ID Bank CJSC
"GTR MENA is a must attend event and to be marked in your calendar."
V Varghese, Genuine International Automobile
"What a great opportunity to meet like-minded people keen on doing business, well done GTR for hosting such a fantastic event!"
B Talsi, BMCE
"The only trade finance event you need to attend in the MENA region."
D Henry, AGTB
"Excellent subject matter and informed participants, with a focused exhibition area for looking at new technologies as well as networking with leading players."
G Bright, Euro Exim Bank
"Well done GTR, you keep raising the bar."
A Ganguli, RAKBANK
"An excellent networking forum!"
S Huraiz, GE Healthcare
"I have found this to be the most useful and relevant annual trade event in the UAE that brings all key stakeholders together for a great information exchange and networking experience!"
E U Ahmed, Dubai Islamic Bank
“I was delighted to participate in GTR MENA and for GTR to highlight and showcase the importance of the need to address sustainable supply chains as well as to be involved in the tech showcase. I had the opportunity to learn more about some really interesting fintech start-ups that are creating solutions we need.”
L McAuley, Global Trade Professionals Alliance (GTPA)
"A great conference with lot of relevant discussions. Look forward to the next event."
P Koththigoda, Shell
"Very good balance between environmental topics, practical aspects of trade finance, and networking."
F Marret, Webcor Group
"A well thought out agenda to cover current trends and challenges in trade and it was very well represented by all stakeholders."
K Syed, Dubai Islamic Bank
"The most valuable event in the MENA region with great opportunities for networking with local market leaders in the banking, corporate and trade credit insurance sectors."
A Klepp, Credendo Group
"Another amazing event with good learning and discussion in GTR MENA"
B Gupta, Olam Agri
"A key trade event in the MENA region bringing together leading industry experts."
N Kumar, United Arab Bank
"Perfect organization, well-charted out, relevant and eloquent speakers of incredible high level. The exchange of ideas and outlook for the way forward was appreciated in these uncertain times. GTR MENA once again knocked it out of the park as one of the premier trade-related events for the region."
N Hussain, United Bank Ltd.
"The best conference to visit in 2024. The networking is excellent and the hosts are perfect."
I Loktionov, Panasia Energy
"An excellent and enjoyable event enabling broad coverage of key trade finance and related topics, while presenting superb networking opportunities."
A Sabri, Gulf Associates
"The event was well-organised and brought together industry leaders and experts to discuss the latest trends and developments in trade finance. The networking opportunities were excellent, connecting us with professionals from various backgrounds and providing valuable insights."
B Kurtulus, FCI
"An inclusive platform for trade, finance and commodities."
H Gopalan, Rescom Holdings
“GTR MENA has created an effective platform that facilitates a discussion related to challenges faced by SMEs or businesses of any size in the region. It also highlights the benefits of encouraging a culture of entrepreneurship while initiating conversations around getting more visibility in a competitive landscape.”
H Al Khazaleh, Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI)
"Very important opportunity to expand to new terms, knowledge and business insight, meet experts from many business and trade sectors. Thanks GTR for organising this!"
M Kiwan, ICC Syria
"GTR MENA is full of well calibrated content, accomplished and resourceful panellists/speakers who may help to broaden one’s horizon and bring in highly valuable perspectives to the pressing issues of trade and commodity finance industry."
O Gunes, Sberbank (Switzerland) AG
"Participating at GTR MENA was a great way to reconnect with the industry, see old contacts and make new ones. GTR MENA was the best forum to catch up on developments, news and progress in one place."
J Hepworth, OCO Global
"Brings so many superb minds together produced a tangible buzz of creativity."
G Slawther, Corporate Advisory Resources
"Great networking place, very interesting insights and views, with seasoned panels of experts and speakers."
L Morel, APICORP
"Great event and by far the largest in terms of corporates, financial institutions and fintechs attending. Well done indeed!"
Y Khan, Citi
"GTR is a great event to stay relevant to the market and networking adds great flavor to whole event with knowledge sharing in MENA trade landscape."
P Kumar, RGE Group
"A very important event in the schedule of any company and banker seeking to develop trade finance solutions."
Dr A Mahate, Dubai Industries & Exports
"Debates on contemporary subjects and the many networking opportunities are key benefits."
P Mukherjee, Adebs Management Consultants
"Outstanding event held at GTR MENA in Dubai. The content was extremely informative and relevant, while there were some very good networking opportunities between banks, corporations, intermediaries and fintechs."
Y Harrilal, Nedbank
"Great speakers and excellent for networking."
M Wahsh, Abu Dhabu Ports Group
“GTR does it again and again! This GTR MENA had the best selection of attendees, panellists and exhibitors focused on SCF. This year I attended both the India and MENA events, and both were top class. I have now added these events to my annual calendar.”
R Debnath, Cogence Labs
"GTR is doing an amazing job in helping companies and financiers connect with each other. We have been connected with GTR for a few years now and will continue doing the same. Cheers!"
C Lad, Veefin
"Great sessions, excellent moderation and content."
Y Khan, Citi
"GTR MENA was once again an excellent event with a fantastic agenda. The event was extremely well coordinated and absolutely seamless."
S Dole, CEO-Trade Information Network
