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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260601T140000
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SUMMARY:Trade Finance training by HFW
DESCRIPTION:CV Labs Zug\, Sandbox: 1 June 22026 at 14:00-17:00 followed by apero \nSarah Hunt: Letters of Credit and application of the UCP rules with practical examples \nJason Marett: Commodity Trade Finance: Is Sustainability Still Relevant?\nHow sustainability-linked finance is evolving \nMarni Isaacson: True Sale or Secured Loan? Why the choice between NY and English law matters in trade finance \nSarah Hunt: Trade Finance frauds: how traders and banks need to respond when fraud is discovered \nSarah Hunt:  Arresting a letter of credit – case study involving difficult jurisdictions \nLimited amount of tickets available\, register at zugcommodity.ch to secure your seat. 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/trade-finance-by-hfw/
LOCATION:CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260520T210000
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SUMMARY:Anticipating risks in an uncertain world by Coface and Malakut
DESCRIPTION:Anticipating risks in an uncertain world \nAgenda starting 18:00 \n\nEconomic outlook and risk review – Ruben Nizard\, Senior Economist\, Coface\nHow Coface helps you anticipate and manage risk in an uncertain world – Fabian Clivaz\, Senior Strategic Business Information Manager\, Coface Switzerland\nQ&A Session – Moderator Audrius Rosinas\, CEO Malakut\n\nNetworking apero \nMalakut is a partner and expert in trade risk management. They help businesses find and choose the best solution to enable safe trade.
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/anticipating-risks-in-an-uncertain-world/
LOCATION:CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260520T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260520T180000
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CREATED:20260224T100945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T105205Z
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SUMMARY:ZCA Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is to warmly welcome all employees of a ZCA Member company to register to the Annual General Meeting. Voting rights are limited to one per member firm. There will be a head teller for procedural details. Elections and other votes will be conducted manually. \nAgenda 17:30 \n\nOpening of the AGM at 17:30\nApproval of the Minutes of the last Extraordinary General Meeting dated 12 December 2025\nAnnual Report 2025 of the Chairman\nApproval of the Financial Statements for 2025\nMembership Fee\nProposed Budget for 2026\nDischarge of the members of the Board\nElection of the members of the Executive Board:\n\nRe-elections: Wolfram Kuoni\, Harris Antoniou\, Samuel Bussmann\, Reto Hofer\, Ruth Sandelowsky\nNew election: Setrak Bahceli\n\n\nElection of KPMG as Auditor for 2026\nFarewell to long-serving Chairman Martin Fasser & board member Philip Edmonds\nMiscellaneous\n\nFollowed by \n18:00 Presentation Anticipating Risks in an uncertain world by Coface and Malakut \n19:15 Networking apero
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/zca-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260507T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260507T173000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20260316T110149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T081858Z
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SUMMARY:Human Capital Trends & Insights by Aon
DESCRIPTION:Aon – Human Capital Trends & Insights – Commodity Trading Sector \nThursday 7 May 2026 SHED Zug 15:00-17:30 \n Agenda: \n\nIntroductions\, Attendees and Polling\nKey Human Capital Trends\nCommodity Trading Sector Update:\n\n\n\n2025 Review\nPerformance\, Reward & Salary Trends\n2026 Outlook\n\n\n\n\nAon’s Compensation Benchmarking Survey\nSwitzerland Benefits & Pension Update\nQ&A\n\nSpeakers: \nChris Tyler\, Head of Banks & Commodities EMEA \nMaria Diakoanastasiou\, Energy & Commodities Trading Senior Consultant
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/aon/
LOCATION:SHED Zug\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20260323T073035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T063442Z
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SUMMARY:Global Commodities Networking by Willis
DESCRIPTION:The event is now fully booked – inquiries about possible last minute tickets: leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch \nINVITATION \nWillis Global Commodities Networking event at Park Hotel Zug on Thursday 30th April 2026. \nA relaxed evening of drinks\, canapés and an opportunity to network with industry professionals in the commodities sector. \nHosts: \nDarine Barakat\, Senior Director\, Head of Commodities\, Global Marine\, Willis \nFergus Critchley\, Global Head of Terrorism & Political Violence\, Willis \nAndrew Van den Born\, Managing Director\, Global Head of Credit and Political Risk Insurance\, Willis \nBy personal email invitation. Confirm your participation by registering: \n  \n 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/wtwco/
LOCATION:Park Hotel Zug\, Industriestrasse 14\, Zug\, Zug\, 6302\, Suisse
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260319T210000
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SUMMARY:Trade & Supply-Chain Finance: Future-Proofing Liquidity\, Risk and Growth
DESCRIPTION:SHED Event Hall Zug\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug starting 18:00 \nPanel I – Intelligent Trade: AI\, Data Integrity & the New Architecture of Trust \nSpeakers:\nJonas Brammertz — Ariadne.swiss\nLaetitia Alonso — Secro.io \n\nExplore how AI and secure digital frameworks improve decision quality\, not just speed\nAddress fraud prevention\, data authenticity and interoperability\nProvide concrete examples of adoption rather than future visions\n\n  \nPanel II – Allocating Capital in Trade Finance: Liquidity\, Risk & Structuring in a Fragmented World \nPanelists:\nPeter Ullmann — Pemberton Asset Management\nPatrick Jaberg — BCV\nPhilipp Wiederkehr — UBS\nOrhan Gunes — Tradeqraft\nModerator: Harris Antoniou \nThis panel builds directly on Panel I and asks: \n\nIf data improves\, does capital expand?\nWhere is liquidity genuinely tightening?\nAre we witnessing structural repricing or cyclical caution?\n\nKey Themes \n\nPrivate credit vs bank balance sheet allocation\nGovernance as a risk variable\nEligibility thresholds in a more selective environment\nStructuring solutions that preserve financeability\nCapital concentration in larger commodity houses\nWhat becomes harder to finance in 3–5 years?\n\nCollateral Management & Democratization \n\nCan improvements in collateral management expand credit access?\nCan digitalisation democratise access for smaller commodity houses?\nDoes better visibility translate into lower capital cost?\n\nPrivate Debt & Capital Appetite \n\nIs private debt for trade and commodity finance increasing structurally?\nHave recent market disruptions created a setback?\nShould governance (“G” in ESG) become more prominent in credit assessment?\n\nBank Appetite & Eligibility Criteria \n\nIs bank appetite for TCF still robust?\nAre new eligibility criteria emerging quietly?\nIs data quality becoming a precondition for financing?\n\nBanking as a Service \n\nTraditional TCF banks excel in collateral management.\nCan this capability evolve into a standalone “Banking-as-a-Service” revenue stream?\n\nMarket Segmentation \n\nHow is the commodity house landscape segmenting?\nIs transactional finance still relevant?\nWhat percentage of exposure remains transactional vs structured or inventory-backed?\n\n  \nClosing Segment: “What single change will most reshape trade finance liquidity over the next five years?” \n 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/save-the-date-trade-commodity-finance/
LOCATION:SHED Zug\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260309T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20251220T070602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T141856Z
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SUMMARY:Shipping and Trading Issues by HFW
DESCRIPTION:SHIPPING AND TRADING ISSUES (Charterparties and Bills of Lading) \n\nCharterparties – Seaworthiness\, due diligence & the Hague-Visby rules\nTime Charters – Payment of hire and withdrawal; following charterer’s orders\, off-hire issues\nVoyage Charters – Ready to load/cancellation; analysis and discussion\nCargo Claims – The ins & outs of cargo claims including the burden of proof\, Hague-Visby rules & practical examples\nShip Arrests – What is needed to successfully arrest a vessel? What jurisdictions are arrest-friendly and which more difficult?\n\nCase studies to illustrate how these work in practice and an overview of relevant case law for in-house counsel\, operations and chartering teams. \nSPEAKERS \nSarah Hunt\, Partner\, HFW – Sarah Hunt\, Partner | HFW \nMichael Buisset\, Partner\, HFW – Michael Buisset\, Partner | HFW \nAGENDA \n14:00 Welcome by ZCA and HFW \nSeminar with case studies and Q&A \n17:00 Apero and networking
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/shipping-and-trading-update-by-hfw/
LOCATION:CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260125T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20260125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20250930T103157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T160845Z
UID:3012-1769344200-1769358600@zugcommodity.ch
SUMMARY:ZCA Event - Women's Ice Hockey
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for an Event of Hockey\, Networking and Fun at the OYM Hall\nEnjoy the thrill of live hockey\, Apéro Riche\, and the chance to connect with like-minded professionals in a relaxed setting. Women’s hockey continues to shine on the global stage\, and Switzerland’s national women’s team is among Europe’s strongest\, regularly competing in the IIHF Women’s World Championship and the Winter Olympics. This event celebrates the spirit of excellence\, determination\, and teamwork. We’ll enjoy an exciting match between the EVZ Women’s team and the HC Davos from the comfort of the Legends Club\, where you’ll savor a cozy apéro riche and engaging networking opportunities. Whether you’re a hockey fan\, a networking enthusiast\, or simply looking for a memorable Sunday afternoon\, this event has something for everyone.\nProgram:\n12:30-13:00 Welcome Drinks\, Legends Club\n13:00-13:30 Presentation by EVZ Ibrahim Can\, EVZ Lounge\n13:30-14:30 Apero\, Loge 2 and EVZ Lounge\n14:30-16:30 Women’s Game\, Desserts during the first break\n\n\nTickets: CHF 50 per person
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/zca-event-womens-ice-hockey/
LOCATION:OYM Hall\, Zug\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251212T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20250930T093646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T073742Z
UID:3005-1765562400-1765573200@zugcommodity.ch
SUMMARY:ZCA Members only - EGM and Year-end drinks
DESCRIPTION:EGM followed by apero and drinks \nProgram: \n17:50 Registration \n18:00 Extraordinary General Meeting \n\nOpening of the Extraordinary General Assembly\nApproval of the Minutes of the AGM on 21 May 2025\nElection of Mr. Reto Hofer to the Executive Board\nMiscellaneous\n\n18:30 Year end drinks and apéro\, networking \nThis evening is for ZCA Members only.
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/save-the-date-members-only-season-drinks/
LOCATION:CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251212T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20251125T092709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T092709Z
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SUMMARY:ZCA Soft Commodities and Coffee tasting
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Soft commodities and Coffee tasting at Bernhard Rothfos Intercafe in Zug for Commodity Class students only.\nOrganized by Bernhard Rothfos Intercafé and Zug commodity Association.
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/zca-soft-commodities-and-coffee-tasting/
CATEGORIES:ZCA
ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251204T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20250930T123215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T074925Z
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SUMMARY:ZCA Geopolitics and Commodities: Navigating Global Shifts from a Swiss Perspective by EY
DESCRIPTION:Geopolitics and Commodities: Navigating Global Shifts from a Swiss Perspective \nPark Hotel Zug \n17:00 – 17:10               Welcome Gloria Frauenfelder\, ZCA General Secretary \n17:10 – 17:55               Anna-Carina Hamker from EY’s Geostrategic Business Group will begin with an overview of the key geopolitical trends impacting businesses today\, before diving into how relevant industries (mining\, chemicals\, etc.) are impacted by these and discussing the position of Switzerland in a changing world. \n17:55 – 18:40               Ashish Sinha from EY’s Swiss Tax team focusing on Global Trade & Sustainability will address the impact of U.S. tariffs\, trade sanctions\, and embargoes on Swiss business operating globally\, offering strategic insights into navigating tariffs and regulatory complexities in today’s evolving geopolitical landscape. \n18:40 – 18:55               Q&A and closing remarks \n19:00 – 21:00               Networking Apero \n 
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/ey/
LOCATION:Park Hotel Zug\, Industriestrasse 14\, Zug\, Zug\, 6302\, Suisse
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251111T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20251111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T010933
CREATED:20250630T110254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T120046Z
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SUMMARY:ZCA Sanctions & Compliance - HFW seminar
DESCRIPTION:Sarah Hunt and Sara Abhari from HFW will deliver an afternoon training on: \nSanctions & Compliance \nDate: 11 November\, lunch followed by seminar from 13.30 – 17.30 \nTiming: the event will start with lunch at 12.30 and finish with drinks at 18.30 \nUK\, EU\, Swiss and US sanctions issues often arise in trading and shipping. \nWhat issues do compliance officers in banks and traders need to be aware of? \nThis training session will explain the principles that apply when dealing with sanctioned entities and vessels. \nIt will include an overview of current sanctions applicable to trading and shipping in Switzerland\, with an explanation of the impact of UK\, EU and US sanctions on Swiss traders. \nWe will cover metals\, softs/agri\, LNG and petroleum products/petrochemicals with a focus on Swiss/EU sanctions. \nWe will consider relevant tools and red flags\, using system reports and including case studies. \nWe will examine sanctions in the context of insurance coverage and trade finance. \nFinally\, we will provide an update and overview of recent caselaw in the Commercial Court. \nParticipation: Please register and purchase the ticket: CHF 200 for ZCA member\, CHF 250 for non-member. For every further delegate from the same company please select the CHF 30 off -ticket.
URL:https://zugcommodity.ch/event/event-training-with-hfw-save-the-date-2/
LOCATION:CV Labs\, Dammstrasse 16\, Zug\, 6300
CATEGORIES:ZCA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zug Commodity Association":MAILTO:leila.narhinen@zugcommodity.ch
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