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Following another successful year in Dubai, where GTR MENA welcomed close to 1,400 delegates and saw a significant rise in corporate participation, GTR is excited to announce that 2027 will see the region’s leading trade, export, commodity and supply chain finance gathering move to a new venue, taking place at Atlantis, The Palm on March 23-24.
GTR MENA 2027 will once again bring together key stakeholders and senior decision-makers from across the Middle East and North Africa for two days of expert insights, market-leading discussion and outstanding networking opportunities with banks, insurers, exporters, traders, fintechs, corporates, service providers and more. Featuring over 80 industry speakers, attendees can explore the latest trends and developments shaping trade flows, investment opportunities and the future of trade and export finance across the region.
Join us in Dubai for an unmissable event designed to connect industry leaders, spark new partnerships and drive innovation in MENA trade finance and beyond.

2026 key discussion themes included:
- The tariff dividend: Can the MENA region benefit from global uncertainty?
- The outlook for the region: How the Middle East can diversify trade
- Boosting resilience: How are companies mitigating their supply chain risks?
- Competition or consolidation: GCC trade finance – balancing growth with risk
- “Fragmented digital trade is a problem – how can we fix it?”
- AI in international trade: Levelling the playing field or deepening the divide?

2027 event features:
- 50+ exhibitors
- 5+ hours of networking opportunities with key stakeholders in the industry
- Unparalleled expertise from 80+ speakers
- Exceptional content on topics and regions covered
- Enhanced networking with opportunities with 500+ companies
- Invitation to the evening networking reception
The region’s premier event for trade and export finance promises two days of lively debate and thought-provoking discussion on a diverse range of themes. We are in the process of building our agenda for 2027! Download the pre-event media kit below for more details.
The event promises to connect you with all corners of the market, from local and international banks to multinational corporations and SMEs, fintechs and alternative financiers, commodity brokers and traders, insurers and risk managers, lawyers, consultants, ECAs, multilaterals and more! Don’t miss the opportunity to gain comprehensive insights and new perspectives from over 80 speakers actively involved in the market.
We are in process of building our agenda for 2027 and speakers will be announced closer to the day of the event!
The official list of 2027 event supporters will be available closer to the day of the event.
As the world’s leading trade, commodity and export finance publisher and event organiser, GTR offers sponsors and advertisers unrivalled exposure and profiling among their peer and client groups. GTR can offer various appealing options that would strategically and effectively help raise the profile of the partner, and offer a highly effective platform with which to showcase its capabilities and mission.
Why Sponsor?
- Speak to a room full of industry stakeholders
- Enhancing your brand awareness to your target market and audience
- Elevating your profile amongst peers and all industry stakeholders
- Position your company as an industry leader
- Attract new businesses, agents, customers and partners
- Deliver your message to a gathering of key players
Request sponsorship information
Contact Tom Easey for sponsorship opportunities.
teasey@gtreview.com | +44 (0) 20 8772 3005
Request partnership information
Institutional partnerships are available for government organisations and public bodies. Media partnerships and press passes are available.
Contact James Henderson for partnership opportunities.
jhenderson@gtreview.com | +44 (0) 7525 123089
Venue: Atlantis, The Palm (Atlantis Ballroom)
Address: Crescent Rd - The Palm Jumeirah - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Website: https://www.atlantis.com/dubai
Discounts and promotions
10% Early Booking discount – Available until February 22, 2027
Early booking discount available for new registrations only and not in conjunction with additional discounts. 10% is automatically processed during online checkout or with a GTR team member.
Young Professionals Pass – Limited free tickets available
To qualify, you must be under 25 years old, with less than three years of experience in the trade finance industry. Limited to 2 events per year. 10 passes are available for this event for those who work within the industry, limited to 1 pass per institution, and cannot be combined with other promotions. One pass is available for this event to those studying a relevant educational/University course. Confirm your eligibility by contacting ypp@gtreview.com with your work email address, LinkedIn profile, and age.
Booking your place at GTR MENA 2027 Dubai
Corporate rate – US$1,749*
Available to non-financial companies, including exporters, importers, distributors, manufacturers, traders, and producers of physical goods and products.
Standard rate – US$2,749*
Applies to financial institutions, consultants, legal professionals, insurance brokers, and other financial service providers.
Additional Information
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All rates are subject to +5% VAT for local and non-residents.
- Early booking discount: A 10% reduction is automatically applied to bookings made by 22 February 2027.
- Sponsor codes: If you are using a sponsor or guest code, please add your referral code and continue to select a pass type.
- Payment options — including invoice and card payment links — will be provided via email following your booking request.
- Multi-booking: A 15% discount is available for two or more bookings from the same company, booked at the same time. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Contact events@gtreview.com to complete multi-bookings.
- By booking, you agree to GTR’s Terms & Conditions, including the Payment and Cancellation Policy.





