Customs Compliance in the Middle East Conference, 29 – 30 September 2026, Dubai, UAE
Customs Compliance in the Middle East Conference, 29 – 30 September 2026, Dubai, UAE
Our annual gathering for Middle Eastern customs and trade compliance professionals, discussing topics ranging from Free Zones, FTAs, origin, transfer pricing and classification.
Our annual gathering is the definitive conference for Middle Eastern customs and trade compliance professionals. This critical event offers an unparalleled opportunity to deepen your expertise across the region’s dynamic regulatory landscape. We’ll engage in in-depth discussions on essential topics, including the strategic utilization of Free Zones, the complexities of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and their precise rules of origin, and the intricate relationship between transfer pricing and customs valuation. Furthermore, our agenda covers the vital aspects of accurate classification of goods, effective strategies for managing investigation and enforcement actions, and navigating broader compliance challenges.
Join us to connect with peers, share best practices, and gain actionable insights to master the evolving demands of Middle Eastern trade and ensure robust compliance
- Mr. Nicolas Collart, Chief Trade Operations & Compliance Officer, Gruppe zur Unterstützung des Zolls
- Mr. Lalu Pillai, Senior Trade Compliance Manager – Middle East, Africa & Pakistan, Trane Technologies
- Mr. Sajan Thomas, Regional Head of E-Customs, SGS
- Ms. Mbali Nkuna, Country Global Trade Compliance Officer & MEA Cluster Leader, ABB
- Mr. Mohamed Nadeem, MEA Export Control Manager (Operations), Schneider Electric
- Mr. Shyam Harsha, Global Logistics Import & Export Region Leader – MENAT & SSA, Baker Hughes
- Mr. Rameez Khan, Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist, IKEA
- Ms. Wanieska M. Torri, Regional Head of Tax and Trade – IMEA Region, Henkel
- Mr. Firas Altaweel, Global Director Customs Policy & Compliance, Huawei
Wenn Sie an dieser Veranstaltung teilnehmen möchten, wenden Sie sich bitte an Frau Isra Mahmoud unter isra.mahmoud@nielsonsmith.com
The agenda for the Customs Compliance in the Middle East Conference is prepared by and for industry professionals, and includes the most interesting topics, currently pertinent to the field.
Bitte setzen Sie sich mit Ihrem NielsonSmith-Vertreter in Verbindung, um das Programm im Detail zu besprechen.
Tag eins
08:15 - 09:00 Eröffnung der Registrierung mit Erfrischungen am frühen Morgen
09:00 – 09:20 Begrüßung durch den Vorsitzenden, Eröffnungsansprache und Einführungen
09:20 – 10:20 An Update on the Trade Landscape Between the Middle East and Europe
10:20 – 11:20 Re-Exports, Saudi Arabia & the GCC: The Real Operational Challenge
11:20 – 11:50 Erfrischungen und Networking am Vormittag
11:50 – 12:50 Designing Trade Structures in the Middle East: What Works in 2026
14:10 – 15:10 Panel Discussion: The Future of GCC Trade: Fragmentation vs Integration
15:10 – 16:10 Logistics Rerouting & Emergency Customs Rules: Responding to Disruption in Real Time
16:10 – 16:35 Erfrischungen und Networking am Nachmittag
16:35 – 17:25 Where Customs Value Is Lost: Structural Drivers of Duty Leakage
17:25 – 17:30 Schlussbemerkungen des Vorsitzenden
17:30 - 18:30 Conference drinks reception
Zweiter Tag
08:30 - 08:55 Erfrischungen und Networking am frühen Morgen
08:55 - 09:00 Eröffnungsrede des Vorsitzenden
09:00 - 10:00 Free Zone Reconciliation: Closing the Gap Between Customs, Inventory & Reality
10:00 – 11:00 HS Classification Across the GCC: Inconsistency, Risk & Cost Impact
11:00 – 11:30 Erfrischungen und Networking am Vormittag
11:30 – 12:30 Voluntary Disclosure & Audits: Taking Control Before Authorities Do
13:45 – 14:30 Panel Discussion – Where Customs Compliance Breaks in the Middle East: Real Case Discussions
14:30 - 15:30 E-Commerce & Low-Value Trade: Scaling Compliance in High-Volume Models
15:30 - 16:00 Erfrischungen und Networking am Nachmittag
16:00 – 16:45 Customs Valuation & Transfer Pricing: Where Authorities Are Challenging Companies
16:45 – 16:50 Bemerkungen des Vorsitzenden
Ende der Konferenz
Wenn Sie daran interessiert sind, auf dieser Konferenz zu sprechen, wenden Sie sich bitte an Frau Isra Mahmoud unter isra.mahmoud@nielsonsmith.com
CSG is the leading European provider of customs and trade solutions, facilitating seamless cross-border operations through cutting-edge digital innovations and unmatched industry expertise. With a presence in all major European strategic locations and the most comprehensive service offering in the market, we deliver unparalleled value to our customers by enhancing their operational efficiency, optimising duties and costs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding their brand reputation amidst the ever-changing complexity of the customs landscape. Backed by a team of over 1700 dedicated customs professionals, we ensure our clients’ goods can cross borders with minimal risk and maximum efficiency without hassle or delay.
Descartes (Nasdaq:DSGX) (TSX:DSG) is the global leader in providing on-demand, software-as-a-service solutions focused on improving the productivity, performance and security of logistics-intensive businesses. Descartes helps customers to work smarter by making access to and analysis of global trade data easy. Our suite of solutions helps businesses achieve higher trade compliance rates, reduce duties paid, minimize transactions with sanctioned parties and provides insight into potential customers and supply chain resources.
Descartes is the world’s largest, collaborative multimodal logistics community. Our headquarters are in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada and we have offices and partners around the world. Learn more at www.descartes.com.
Wenn Sie unser Partner bei dieser Veranstaltung werden möchten, kontaktieren Sie bitte Herrn Reyhan Perera unter reyhan.perera@nielsonsmith.com
1 physical 2-Day pass and the Company-wide Post-Event Microsite license for 1 year – 699 USD
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Veranstaltungsort der Konferenz
Marasi Dr - Business Bay - Dubai - Vereinigte Arabische Emirate
Unterkunft Zuteilung
TBC
Informationen
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