Import Export Show 2025

Name: Import Export Show 2025
Start: 2025-11-19T08:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-11-19T18:00:00+00:00
Location: Leonardo Royal Hotel, St Pauls

Securing International Trade: Strategy. Advice. Connections.

Join the UK’s essential one-day event for trade professionals and leaders shaping the future of global business.

19 November 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel, St Paul’s, London

One day. Every angle of trade.

Learn how to maximise your exports, optimise your imports and strengthen your supply chain in 2026. Secure your seat at the Import Export Show today – tickets are selling fast.

Import Export Show 2025 sponsored by Netcompany

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Hosted by the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade, the Import Export Show 2025 is your essential one-day event for navigating today’s global trade landscape and preparing for what’s coming in 2026 and beyond.

Taking place on 19 November, this year’s show is designed to equip both senior decision-makers and on-the-ground professionals with the foresight, expertise and connections needed to overcome real-world trade challenges and secure your trade success for the long-term.

With a carefully curated agenda that bridges boardroom strategy and operational execution, you will gain policy-aligned guidance, practical know-how, and exclusive access to industry leaders and policymakers. Whether you're shaping trade strategy or managing day-to-day compliance, this is the event that brings it all together.

Enjoy networking coffee breaks, a complimentary lunch, and essential connections with peers, friends and influential voices in trade.

Make sure the Import Export Show 2025 is in your diary. Secure your tickets today.

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It's really exciting to see so many people come together to talk about the opportunities and challenges associated with international trade.

Tim Reid Chief Executive, UK Export Finance

We found the Import Export Show to be a great showcase for CNS. The variety of people we were able to interact with throughout the day is unparalleled compared to other events we've attended.

Daniel O'Sullivan CNS Ltd

It's a great opportunity to bring people together into the same room and meet some of those people you might not necessarily get to meet in person.

Emma Rowland Institute of Directors

The Import Export Show enables me to talk to a lot of businesses - there is quite a number of people coming here!

Jens Munch Lund-Nielsen IOTA Foundation

I'd been a Chartered Institute member for just one day, and the Import Export Show had already paid back its value. It's a brilliant event.

Balbir Singh 1st Pulse Ltd

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Securing International Trade: Strategy. Advice. Connections.

The agenda may change to ensure the event reflects the very latest industry trends and insights.

Time (GMT)	Session
09:45 - 9:50	Opening of the conference by William Barns-Graham MCIEx
9:50 - 10:00	Welcome address from Marco Forgione MCIEx
10:00 - 10.15	Keynote address: What do global power shifts mean for your business?  Speaker: John Drummond, Head of Division, Trade Policy, Directorate for Trade and Agriculture, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development In the opening keynote, John will set out the implications of global power shifts and rising trade protectionism for your business. Discover the steps you must make to thrive in the second Trump era and the changing world order.
10:15 - 11:00	Panel discussion: In the evolving geopolitical landscape – what next for the EU and UK trade? Chair: Peter Foster, World Trade Editor, Financial Times Panellists: John Drummond, Head of Division, Trade Policy, Directorate for Trade and Agriculture, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Sally Jones, Deputy Director, Market Access Strategy, Department for Business and Trade Madelaine Tuininga, Minister Counsellor, Head Economic and Trade Affairs, Delegation of the EU to the UK Unpack how shifting global dynamics are reshaping trade, regulation, and industrial strategy in the UK, Europe and around the world. Expect sharp insights, practical takeaways, and a fresh lens on how trading partners cooperate in an era of tariffs, supply chain resilience, and digital transformation.
11:00 - 11:30	Coffee and networking
11.30 - 12:30	Interactive open discussions: Explore and gain practical insights on (choose from the following): UK trade and security: Defence exports and resilient supply chains Paul Brooks MCIEx ACIB and Daniela Turiccki MCIEx Explore export growth opportunities arising from the UK Defence Industrial Strategy - and how your business can take advantage. Reforming customs: Digitalisation and the move towards ‘trusted trade’ Chris Martin MCIEx and Anna Doherty MCIEx EU customs reform is on the horizon. Learn how to stay ahead of this and digital initiatives, such as the Customs Hub. Plus get the latest on HMRC’s digital transformation programme - including what it means for your customs processes. The global trade war: How to navigate tariff volatility William Barns-Graham MCIEx and Fergus McReynolds MCIEx Discover how you can get creative in overcoming tariff volatility. Learn how to leverage the Economic Prosperity Deal and explore the potential of alternative markets.
12.30 - 13:30	Lunch and networking
13:30 - 14:15	Workshops: Gain practical insights and advice on (choose from the following): How to navigate the rise in controls and sanctions Paul Brooks MCIEx ACIB and Andy Bridges MCIEx FCMI Stay compliant with increasing export controls and sanctions with help from our experts. This session will equip you with insights and knowledge to help avoid costly mistakes.   What does the EU-UK reset mean for cross-border trade? Phillip Adnett and Anna Doherty MCIEx with Robert Hardy, CEO & Founder, EORI (UK) Ltd The EU–UK reset brings practical benefits, reduced frictions and new opportunities - so what does this really mean for your business? Learn how to prepare for and benefit from the evolving post-Brexit trade landscape. How to make the most of the UK’s free trade agreements? Grace Thompson and Arshad Dadabhoy MCIEx with David Johnstone, Head of Free Trade Agreement Utilisation, Department for Business and Trade Learn how to effectively take advantage of the benefits of the UK’s existing FTAs, considering the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership particularly, while also looking ahead to the UK-India FTA and what that will mean for your business. The session will also look at which countries or blocs the UK is potentially signing agreements with next.
14.15 - 14:45	Coffee and networking
14:45 - 15:30	Panel discussion: Is 'mindset' the biggest trade barrier for UK businesses? Chair: Chris Martin MCIEx Panellists: Rachel Gaisburgh-Watkyn OBE, Founder, Tiny Box Company George Riddell, Managing Director, Goyder Ltd Share your biggest trade barriers and interrogate whether ‘mindset’ really is an obstacle, in this fully interactive discussion. Hear from panellists about their biggest trade challenges and how they overcame them. We’ll also be asking you to share your biggest trade challenges, in a lively debate including policymakers and decision-makers.
15.30 - 15:45	Keynote address Speaker: Melinda Bohannon, Director General for Global Issues, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
15:45 - 16:00	Closing remarks from Marco Forgione MCIEx
16:00 - 18:30	International Trade Awards and networking drinks reception

Why attend the Import Export Show?

Strategic foresight

Overcome real-world trade challenges with expert insights

Practical execution

Optimise your trade with our compliance workshops

Powerful connections

Connect with policymakers, professional peers and industry leaders

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When

Date: Wednesday 19 November 2025

Time: Registration from 8.30am GMT | Conference 9:45am - 6.00pm GMT

Location: Leonardo Royal London, St Paul's, 10 Godliman St, London, EC4V 5AJ

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Chartered Institute member price: £140 + VAT

Non-member price: £235 + VAT

Team booking discount: Save 10% when you purchase 5 or more tickets. For group bookings, please email us at events@export.org.uk.

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Breakfast/ Lunch and Drinks Reception Sponsor

Our strategic partners and show exhibitors

Meet the speakers

Andy Bridges MCIEx FCMI

Trade & Customs Consultant

The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Anna Doherty MCIEx

Director of Customs Practice

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Arshad Dadabhoy MCIEx

Academy Deputy Director

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Chris Martin MCIEx

Corporate Affairs Director

The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Daniela Turiccki MCIEx

Academy Director

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

David Johnstone

Head of Free Trade Agreement Utilisation

Department for Business and Trade

Fergus McReynolds MCIEx

Director of EU Public Affairs

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

George Riddell

Managing Director

Goyder Ltd

Grace Thompson

UK Public Affairs Lead

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

John Drummond

Head of Division, Trade Policy, Directorate for Trade and Agriculture

Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)

Madelaine Tuininga

Minister Counsellor, Head Economic and Trade Affairs

Delegation of the EU to the UK

Marco Forgione MCIEx

Director General

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Melinda Bohannon

Director General for Global Issues

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Paul Brooks MCIEx ACIB

Head of Commercial Accounts and Partnerships

Peter Foster

World Trade Editor

Financial Times

Phil Adnett

Senior Content Editor

Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Rachel Gaisburgh-Watkyn OBE

Founder

Tiny Box Company

Robert Hardy

CEO & Founder

EORI (UK) Ltd

Sally Jones

Deputy Director, Market Access Strategy

Department for Business and Trade

William Barns-Graham MCIEx

Executive Editor

The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

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Is the Import Export Show for you?

The Import Export Show is open to all businesses and professionals in international trade. Some examples of who would benefit from attending this event are below.

Who should attend

Director of International Trade
International Business Development Director
Head of Global Trade Compliance
Import/Export Director
Trade Compliance Director
Head of Customs and Excise
Head of Sales/Marketing
Senior Policy Advisor (Trade/Customs)
Senior Trade Analyst
Director of Supply Chain & Logistics
Chief Executive Officer
Business Owner

Your competitive advantage

Gain early insight into policy changes, connect directly with policymakers and industry leaders, and shape your company’s trade strategy.

Strengthen your market position, reduce exposure to regulatory shifts and lead with confidence into 2026.

Who should attend

Customs Compliance Manager or Officer
International Trade Advisor
Import Manager, Clerk or Operator
Export Manager, Clerk or Coordinator
Trade Operations Manager
Customs & Trade Analyst
Sanctions Compliance Officer
International Business Development Manager
Export Sales Manager or Officer
Logistics & Trade Compliance Coordinator
Trade Procedures Manager
Import/Export Lead, Officer or Coordinator

Your competitive advantage

Access expert-led workshops and practical tools to improve compliance, streamline operations and adapt to evolving trade rules.

Build your professional knowledge and network, enhance execution and gain a competitive edge by applying the latest trade insights before your peers.

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What our attendees are saying

It's a great opportunity to find out what's going on in the market.

Darren Wareing Head of Sales & Marketing, CORE (UK) Limited

It's a great place for us to network and meet new people, and there's loads of like-minded individuals in this environment and it really does help us.

Emmanuel Tei-Tetteh Head of Sales, Phlo Systems Ltd

Shining a spotlight on the critical themes that will shape the future of UK trade

Location

Situated in the heart of the City of London, just steps from the iconic St Paul’s Cathedral, the Leonardo Royal Hotel London, St Paul’s, places you at the centre of the UK’s financial and commercial district.

With its seamless blend of modern business amenities and historic surroundings, the venue reflects the very essence of global trade: rooted in tradition, driven by innovation. Its central location ensures easy access for both UK and international delegates, with excellent transport links to major rail stations, airports and key business hubs.

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From strategic direction to practical compliance guidance, the Import Export Show is your one-stop shop for planning for trade success in 2026.