Keeping pace with the Sugar and Biofuels industry with insights from Platts and F.O. Licht

 We are delighted to be returning to Geneva once again in 2023 with both the Geneva Sugar and Biofuels Conference. This four day in-person only conference brings together leading Sugar and Biofuels growers and producers, traders and, buyers for up-to-the-minute insights on the industry delivered through innovative and interactive event formats along with unrivalled networking opportunities. All this and more as the 2023 event will also offer the chance to join special sessions, workshops and training on Bio-Feedstocks: Trading and Risk Management; Agri Feedstocks: Trading and Risk Management and Grains, Rice and Oilseeds.

 

Who attends?

- Regional and international Sugar and Biofuels producers
- Senior Sugar and Biofuels traders
- Refinery managers
- Sugar and Biofuels buyers
- Leading consultants and advisors
- Financiers, banks and analysts
- Global press and industry association
 

 


THIS EVENT STARTS IN

    Sugar / Biofuels Only Pass: $1895

    VIP Pass: $3195
     
    Register as a VIP to get access to two conferences and save  
    Access two conferences: Geneva Sugar Conference (April 17-18) and European Biofuels Conference (April 19-20), for the best value and get the most out of your attendance.
      
    Networking app access is included with your registration  
    Enjoy early access to the registration list, 1:1 direct messaging, extra content, and more.
     
     Event registration closes on:  
    April 13, 12:00 pm BST
     
     
    Duration: 4 days
     
     
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Day 1 and 2: Geneva Sugar Conference
Gain key insights on the impact of rising Energy and fertilizer prices on supply, demand, and trade flows for the Sugar market in Europe. Are we seeing a return to 2020 freight rate levels and how will Europe ensure it has enough Sugar in 2023?

Topics covered:
• Energy usage in the Sugar market
• Fertilizer challenges, food inflation and Sugar global outlook
• Evolving trade flows globally and European Sugar trade
• Regenerative Agriculture and Carbon capture in Sugar
• Key regional focuses: Asia, Brazil and MENA


Day 3 and 4: European Biofuels Conference
With records highs of Ethanol production in 2022, global trade disputes and, growing demands for cleaner energy, what is the role the Biofuels market is playing in shaping a sustainable future? Gain insights into the progress and strategies to identify abundant and sustainable raw materials for Biofuels deployment.

Topics covered:
• Biofuels market drivers and outlook and capacity for trade
• Availability and traceability of feedstocks
• Impact of Fit for 55 and EU ETS
• Adapting road, shipping and aviation industry for renewable energy sources
• Technology developments for circular economy


Day 1 and 2: Biofuels Training Courses
In our industry fundamentals training sessions deepen your knowledge and gain strategic viewpoints on end-markets, processes and trends. The following are the training courses on offer:


Topics covered:
• Bio-Feedstocks: Feuling the Path to Net-Zero Training Course (Tuesday, April 18)
• Agri-Feedstocks: Trading & Risk Management Training Course (Tuesday, April 18)





Agenda


Monday April 17 - Day 1: Sugar Conference (day 1 of 2)
      • Geneva Sugar Conference
                • 10:00 am VIP Brunch Briefing
                • 11:00 am Registration
                • 12:00 pmWelcome remarksPatricia Luis-Manso, Head of Agriculture & Metal Analytics & Trading Solutions, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                • Sugar market fundamentals
                          • 12:10 pm Keynote: Global Sugar outlook
                            • Production outlook: View on Sugar supply, trends, fundamentals, and the next years
                            Luciana Silveira Soncin, Global Manager, Sugar Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                          • 12:35 pm Fertilizer challenges and the impact on the Sugar market
                          • • Discovering the fundamentals for the Fertilizer market
                            • Review the cost of Fertilizer alongside Sugar
                            • Visibility on metrics over the next year
                            Alan Pickett, Head of Analysis, Fertilizers, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                          • 1:00 pm Panel discussion: Leading Sugar traders discuss key global headlines
                          • • Key trends, headlines and macroeconomics impacting Sugar
                            • White Sugar demand impacting Raw Sugar
                            • Examining the imbalances on Sugar trade flow within countries
                            Philip Ryan, Head of White Sugar Trading, Engelhart Commodities Trading Partners
                            Kona Hoque, Head of Group Research, EDF & Man
                            Karim Salamon, Head of Analysis, Wilmar Sugar S.A. Geneva
                            Moderated by: Maria Nunez, Senior Sugar Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                          • 1:40 pmPanel discussion: Global consumption picture in a challenging macro environment
                          • • Navigating a challenging environment from Sugar buyers’ perspective
                            • How fundamentals and speculation of price is impacting consumer patterns
                            • The struggle to find volume: What can be done?
                            Enrico Scimone, Head of Group Sugar & Sweeteners Procurement, Ferrero Trading Lux
                            Yuriy Sharanov, Senior Sourcing Manager Sugar Global, Mars Wrigley
                            Hubertus Gay, Senior Agricultural Policy Analyst, OECD
                            Moderated by: Jose Orive, Executive Director, International Sugar Organization
                          • 2:25 pm Networking break
        • European Sugar market and risk
                  • 2:55 pm Spotlight on the white Sugar market
                    • What to expect for the white premium?
                    • The link with refinery economics
                    Jean-Vincent Henry Francois Piot, Head of Sugar International Development, Raizen
                  • 3:20 pmPanel discussion: European Sugar trade
                  • • How trade flows have evolved over the last year in Europe
                    • Prospects about CIS market and trade with EU
                    Sasa Stefanovic, Director – Sugar, Studen Middle East
                    Cyril Moine, European Trade Department, Sucden
                    Tracey Allen, Agricultural Commodities Strategist, JP Morgan
                    Marc Corvaisier, Senior Sugar Trader, LDC
                    Moderated by: Stefan Uhlenbrok, Senior Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                  • 4:00 pm Fireside chat: Hedging strategies in volatile markets: How to cope with volatile €/$ and Sugar futures?
                  • 4:30 pm Work through Roundtable: Food price inflation and preventing Sugar shortages: Macroeconomics in focus
                  • 5:10 pm End of Day One Closing Remarks
                  • 5:20 pm Welcome Drinks Reception

        Tuesday April 18 - Day 2: Sugar Conference (day 2 of 2)
                • Geneva Sugar Conference
                    • 9:00 am Day Two Welcome Remarks
                        • The Sugar grower and producer’s perspective
                            • 9:10 am Keynote interview: Grower’s and producer’s response to high input and output prices: European Sugar production and grower decisions based on cashflow and riskElisabeth Lacoste, Director, C.I.B.E. International Confederation of Beet Growers
                              Moderated by: Jessica Edinger, Sugar Market Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                            • 9:40 am Sugar market in Poland
                              • Production, import, export, consumption
                              • Subsidies for beet growers in Poland
                              • Tackling current sugar challenges in Poland such as decreasing number of beet growers
                              • Searching for new sources of energy - Biogas
                              • Review of the sugar tax implemented in Poland two years ago
                              Michal Gawryszczak, Director, Association of Sugar Producers in Poland
                                    • The sustainability agenda in Sugar
                                          • 10:05 am Regenerative agriculture
                                          • 10:30 am Networking Break
                                          • 11:00 am Carbon capture potential in the Sugar industry
                                          • 11:25 am Panel discussion: Sustainability across the whole supply chain from farmer to consumer
                                            • Balancing sustainability with food security: Food versus Biofuels
                                            Daniel Kerkhof, President, ASSUC
                                            Geert Van Aelst, Head of Sustainability, Sudzucker
                                            Moderated by: Patricia Luis-Manso, Head of Agriculture & Metal Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                                          • 12:05 pm Latest freight market developments for Sugar
                                            • Examining freight rate levels: A return to 2020 levels?
                                            • How freight levels are impacting trading behavior
                                            • Outlook for 2023: Examining potential scenarios
                                            Nikolaos Aidinis Antonopoulos, Associate Editor, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                                          • 12:30 pm Lunch
            • Special Session: Macroeconomics in focus
            • 1:40 pm External markets influencing Sugar
              • Prospects for Oil and Energy (globally and EU), fertilizers, macroeconomics (inflation)
              • Impact of the price of Energy (Oil and Gas) on Sugar production
              Stephen Geldart, Associate Director, Head of Analysis, Czarnikow
            • Asia Sugar Market
            • 2:05 pm Special session: Asia Sugar overview
              • Production summary, Weather uncertainty
              • Exportable surplus, Govt Policies, Ethanol market
              • Focus on India, Thailand, Pakistan, China
              Pramod Kute, Head Sugar Production Research, Cofco International
            • 2:30 pm Panel discussion: Asia in Focus: Thailand, India, and China Sugar market
              • Uncertainty of Indian exports policy, or export bans and restrictions across many countries
              • Ethanol production in India linked to government policy
              Kiran Wadhwana, Director, Comdex India
              Richa Jain, ETG World
              Moderated by: Patricia Luis-Manso, Head of Agriculture & Metal Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights
            • 3:10 pm Networking Break
            • Brazilian Sugar Market
            • 3:40 pm Panel discussion: Brazil in Focus: Brazil in Focus: The 2023-24 Brazilian crop, energy environment in the context of Lulu and fuel price policy
              • Cane Ethanol and Sugar parities in Brazil
              • Competition with grains for export logistics impact on sugar exports
              Fabio Eduardo Morrel, Market Intelligence Manager, Raizen
              Luciana Silveira Soncin, Global Manager, Sugar Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights
            • MENA and the rest of the Sugar Market
            • 4:20 pm Panel discussion: MENA in focus
              Moderated by: Stefan Uhlenbrok, Senior Analyst,S&P Global Commodity
            • 5:00 pm Closing Remarks
            • 5:10 pm End of Geneva Sugar Conference
            • 6:00 pm VIP Excursion

          Wednesday April 19 - Day 3: Biofuel Conference (day 1 of 2)
            • Biofuels Conference
                      • 8:30 am Registration
                      • 9:00 am Geneva Biofuels Welcome RemarksDr. Christoph Berg, Executive Director Agribusiness, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                      • Biofuels today, tomorrow and, the years to come
                                • 9:10 am Biofuel markets drivers and outlook on availability of advanced biofuels for the mass market
                                  Tom Parsons Commercial and Technical Manager bp
                                • 9:35 am Impact of Energy prices and macroeconomics on Biofuels and the outlook for the future
                                • 10:00 am GHG calculations (from the initial point to the last users): Pricing of Biofuels depending on the Carbon savings
                                • Global and domestic regulation impacting Biofuels
                                          • 10:25 am Interview: RED III updates and the impact on Biofuels
                                            • Eligibility of feedstocks in Annex 9
                                          • 10:55 am Networking Break
                                          • 11:25 am Deep dive into US Biofuels policy
                                          • 11:55 am Panel discussion: Policy influence on Biofuels pricing: Mandates and political support to secure investors for Biofuels
                                            Kestutis Starkus, Senior Legal Advisor for Regulatory Management, ORLEN Lietuva
                                            Angel Alberdi, Secretary General, EWABA
                                          • 12:35 pm Lunch
                                          • Global Feedstocks
                                                    • 1:45 pm Feedstock availability, traceability and end use for
                                                      • 1st Generation Feedstocks
                                                      • 2nd Generation Feedstocks
                                                      • 3rd Generation Feedstocks
                                                      Andrea Martelli, Global Head of Biofeedstocks, Biofuels Trading, Supply & Sustainability, ENI Trade & Biofuels S.p.A
                                                      Claus Keller, Senior Commodity Analyst, S&P Global Commodity Insights
                                                      Eddie Tofpik, Head of Technical Analysis & Senior Markets Analyst, ADM Investor Services International
                                                    • 3:15 pm Securing feedstocks supply: Synergies between food, feed and fuel
                                                      • Demystifying myths on the food, fuel, and food debate
                                                      • Data and facts surrounding crop-based Biofuels and its true scope for competition
                                                      Xavier Noyon, Secretary General EBB
                                                      David Carpintero, Director General, ePURE
                                                    • 3:40 pm Networking Break
                    • Decarbonization of Road
                              • 4:10 pm Decarbonization of road through green fuels (UCOME, HVO)
                                • Using higher Biodiesel blends (B+) in the road sector (both heavy & light mobility)
                                • Challenging outdates ideas around the B7 blend wall and immutability of Diesel
                                Emanuel Proenca, CEO Prio Bio and Prio Supply
                              • 04.35pm Trucks (H2, biodiesel, HVO)
                                Xavier Noyon, Secretary General EBB
                            • Biofuels trade
                                    • 4:50 pm Fireside Chat: Review Biofuels available outside EU and the capacity for these to be exported into the EU
                                      • Distribution efforts required to bring carburants to the markets
                                      • Discuss the logistics/supply chain part of raw materials
                                      Hernane Genu Neto, Trader Ethanol, Raizen
                                    • 5:00 pm Panel Discussion: SAF and offtake agreements and legislation
                                      Matthew Whitton, Senior Director, Supply Operations Aviation Europe, World Fuel Services
                                    • 5:20 pm Closing Remarks
                                    • 5:30 pm Biofuels Cocktail Reception

                    Thursday April 20 : Biofuels Conference (day 2 of 2)
                        • Biofuels Conference
                                  • 8:30 am Registration
                                  • 0:00 pm Geneva Biofuels Day Two Remarks
                                  • Future of Biofuels
                                            • 9:10 am Top Biofuels market trends in 2022 and beyond
                                            • 9:35 am Interview: Shaping a sustainable future with Biofuels
                                              • Key strategies to identify abundant and sustainable raw materials for the biofuel deployment
                                              • Technology development for circular economy and adapting the industry for renewable energy sources
                                              • Commercialization of advanced Biofuels
                                              Anselm Eisentraut, Head of Market Intelligence and Pricing, Neste
                                            • 10:00 am The role of Biofuels in the offgrid sector SHV Energy
                                            • 10:25 am Risks to Biofuels: Impact of EVs on Biofuels
                                              • Adoption rate of EVs and impact on the Biofuels industry: is this a threat?
                                              • Impacts of internal combustion engines: What does that mean for liquid Biofuels and EVs
                                            • 10:55 am Networking Break
                                            • SAF Developments
                                                      • 11:25 am Case Study: Ethanol to Jet: The role of Ethanol in SAF production
                                                        Devin Mogler, Senior VP Government Relations, Sustainability and Communications, Green Plains
                                    • Decarbonization of Road
                                              • 11:50 pm Panel Discussion: SAF and offtake agreements and legislation
                                                Matthew Whitton, Senior Director, Supply Operations Aviation Europe, World Fuel Services
                                • Biofuels in Maritime
                                          • 12:30 pm Fireside Chat: Exploring Biofuels in shipping (UCO, FAME, UCOME, HVO, Green Ammonia and Bio-Methanol)
                                            Michael De Boeck, Director, United Bunkers
                                          • 1:00 pm Conference Closing Remarks

                              Agenda subject to change.

                              Key numbers

                              20%

                              Producers / Refiners

                              32%

                              Traders

                              19%

                              Buyers

                              7%

                              Bank / Investment

                              16%

                              Service Providers

                              Speakers


                              Advisory Committee:

                              PatriciaPatrica Luis-Manso,
                              Head of Agriculture & Metal Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights

                              Biography coming soon.

                              Christoph_Berg_200.jpgChristoph Berg,
                              Executive Director, Agribusiness, S&P Global Commodity Insights

                              Biography coming soon.

                              SpeakerTom Scott,
                              Global Director Agribusiness Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

                               

                              SpeakerPhil Solomon,
                              VP, Agribusiness & Commodities, S&P Global Commodity Insights

                               

                              SpeakerEdward Oliver,
                              Consulting Executive Director, S&P Global Commodity Insights


                              Sugar Speakers:

                              SpeakerJean-Vincent Henry Francois Piot,
                              Head of Sugar International Development, Raizen

                               

                              SpeakerKona Hoque,
                              Head of Group Research, ED&F Man

                               

                              SpeakerKarim Salamon,
                              Head of Analysis, Wilmar Sugar S.A. Geneva

                               

                              SpeakerEnrico Scimone,
                              Head of Group Sugar & Sweeteners, Ferrero Trading Luxembourg

                               

                              SpeakerSasa Stefanovic,
                              Director - Sugar, Studen Middle East DMCC



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                              Biofuels Speakers:

                              SpeakerPhilipp Schoelzel,
                              Vice President of Next Generation Biofuels, BP

                               

                              SpeakerAnselm Eisentraut,
                              Head of Market Intelligence and President, Neste


                              SpeakerAndrea Martelli,
                              Global Head of Biofeedstocks, Biofuels Trading, Supply & Sustainability, ENI Trade & Biofuels S.p.A

                               

                              SpeakerKestutis Starkus,
                              Senior Legal Advisor for Regulatory Management, ORLEN Lietuva


                              SpeakerMatthew Whitton,
                              Senior Director, Supply Operations Aviation Europe, World Fuel Services


                              Click here to view all speakers for the European Biofuels Conference






                              Sponsorship



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                              Become a sponsor

                              Position your business in expert company, distinct from your competitors. At the Geneva Sugar and Biofuels Conference 2023
                              each sponsor has the opportunity to showcase their product or service to industry-wide professionals. We provide an environment that encourages an honest and open dialogue among attendees. If you would like to lead the conversation as an event sponsor, contact us for more details on available packages: [email protected]

                              Download the brochureDemonstrate your strengths, raise your company profile, and maximize your ROI as we bring key industry players and decision-makers to you. At the Geneva Sugar and Biofuels Conference 2023, each sponsor has the opportunity to showcase their products and services and distinguish themselves from the competition. We offer a full range of opportunities and packages, and can even tailor solutions to suit your needs.

                              Contact us to start a conversation about your goals and how you can lead the pack as an event sponsor at [email protected]

                              Pricing

                                
                              Event Pass
                              Early Bird Rate
                              Register by February 10
                              Standard Rate
                              Register by April 13
                              VIP Pass
                              $2,790    
                              $3,195    
                              Geneva Sugar Conference
                              $1,395    
                              $1,895    
                              Geneva Biofuels Conference
                              $1,395    
                              $1,895    
                              Training Course or Workshop
                              $1,295    
                              $1,495    

                              GROUP RATES:
                              Register 3 at any given rate and get a 4th pass free

                              * Rates are in USD and do not include VAT. EMEA Region event terms and conditions apply

                               

                              Register as a VIP to gain:

                              - Access two conferences: Geneva Sugar Conference (April 17-18) and European Biofuels Conference (April 19-20)
                              - Be the first to have 1-1s with experts at the VIP Brunch briefing with speakers
                              - Off-site excursion for an unrivalled networking session
                              - Exclusive wellness breakfast and Global Exchange to see today’s Agriculture solutions first-hand

                              * If you prefer to attend part of the week, you may select your preferred Conference (Geneva Sugar or Biofuels Conference), training course (Bio-feedstock or Agri-Feedstocks) or, workshop.

                               


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                              Venue


                              S&P Global Commodity Insights Geneva Sugar and Biofuels Conference will take place at the Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva, Switzerland

                              Your conference registration does not include accommodation. A limited number of rooms have been reserved for conference attendees at the Fairmont Grand Hotel, Geneva at a discounted group rate.

                              Please note: these rates apply for the nights of April 16-19, 2023. The discounted room rate will be available until March 17, 2023 – or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.
                              Hotel Details:
                              Fairmont Grand Hotel, Geneva
                              Quai du Mont-Blanc 19,
                              1201 Genève,
                              Switzerland
                              Tel: +41 22 908 90 81
                              https://www.fairmont.com/geneva
                               
                              Room Rates:
                              Double Room (Single occupancy): 300 CHF
                              Double Room (Double occupancy): 340 CHF

                              Rates are quoted in Swiss Francs (CHF) and include VAT on accommodation and buffet breakfast. 
                              Breakfast: included
                              City tax: an additional 3.75 CHF per person, per night. This is not included in the room rates.

                              Reservations can be made via email at [email protected] or by phone at +41 22 908 9082 quoting S&P Global. Alternatively please use the booking form linked here.

                              **Please note: S&P Global Commodity Insights is not associated with any third-party reservation agents. Making any reservations through a third party may put your credit at risk of a compromise. To make your reservation, please contact the hotel directly.


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                              Your organization may send 1 person for free for every 3 people registered at the current delegate rate. All registrations must be from the same organization and made at the same time to qualify. The group rate is not retroactive. Your invoice will reflect 3 delegates at the current rate and 1 delegate at $0.

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                              If you’re not able to attend, we’re happy to transfer your registration to a member of your organization at no cost, up to 2 business days in advance of the event. Requests must be received in writing via email to [email protected], and are subject to approval. For assistance, you may also reach out by phone: +44 (0)20 7176 6111

                              Cancellation policy

                              If you're not able to attend or send a colleague in your place, we accept cancellations and provide refunds if received in writing to [email protected] at least 30 days before the event. In the event of non-attendance, the full invoice fee will be payable.

                              Sponsorship opportunities

                              We offer a variety of standard and tailor-made sponsorship opportunities to fit your marketing and business-to-business needs—and your budget. Please reach out directly to the Business Development Manager for this event:

                              Irina

                              Phone: ** Sponsor phone

                              Email: [email protected]

                              Speaking opportunities

                              We're always looking for the best voices in the industry to share their experience and perspective on opportunities, challenges, and trends. Please reach out directly to the Conference Producer to discuss availability and suitability:

                              Nikki Coleman

                              Phone: ** Producer phone

                              Email: [email protected]

                              Press passes

                              We allow accredited media writing on behalf of major industry publications to cover the event at no charge. Please reach out to the contact below for press pass approval.

                              Anuj Angirish

                              Phone: -

                              Email: [email protected]

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