Are you interested in innovative technology solutions designed for the optimal flow, safety and security of the global supply chains? Would you like to know more about the future of Customs enforcement? Are you curious to learn how supply chain visibility can be enhanced, and how Customs and businesses can benefit from improved transparency? If so, this is the place to be.

High-level representatives from different governmental agencies, technology providers, research institutes and businesses dealing with regulation, compliance and enforcement of cross-border movement of goods and passengers will participate in the 5th Technology & Innovation Forum.

During the Forum, the newest insights, latest developments and most recent trends will be demonstrated and discussed by the leading experts. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in this dialogue and share their experiences both on a personal level and with a wider audience.

And there is more. Forum visitors can also learn more during the tech-talks or live demonstrations of the newest technologies and other innovations, as suppliers will proudly show what they have to offer at the exhibition. All in all, it promises to be an event not to be missed by all those who take the international movement of goods and people, as well as border safety and security seriously.

We look forward to welcoming you in Rotterdam at the end of October.

For more information, please visit the Forum website: http://www.etouches.com/ti2015 Should you have any questions, you can also reach us by email at ti2015@wcoomd.org.

Pushing Boundaries, Changing Horizons

Increasing trade volumes, shifts in global logistics, a continuous need for attention on emerging threats urge Customs administrations and businesses involved in international trade to push boundaries. Doing more work with fewer resources whilst increasing the levels of security and keeping abreast of the latest challenges form the need to change horizons.

Customs and other border agencies are responsible for enforcement of the fiscal integrity, security and safety of cross-border movements of goods. At the same time, there is an expectation to make a contribution to the economic competitiveness by providing support and furthering the implementation of measures that promote trade. As a result, border agencies are required to facilitate legitimate trade whilst intercepting illegal trade and preventing prohibited and hazardous goods from circulating in the global supply chains and entering the local markets

The Customs Administration of The Netherlands intends to continue to fulfil this demanding task in an efficient and effective manner in the future. Bearing this in mind, under the motto “pushing boundaries”, a dot on the horizon is set. This dot represents a vision that will serve as a benchmark for review of all the measures to be implemented in the coming years. To be able to give substance to the vision it is vital to work closely with businesses. Adopting this approach will allow the Customs Administration of The Netherlands to support the country’s leading position in trade and logistics.

Exhibition

The exhibition gives attendees an opportunity to meet suppliers that will demonstrate their latest technological breakthroughs and innovations. A whole host of suppliers will be present, from suppliers of analytical software to suppliers of surveillance and detection technologies.

Objectives of the WCO Technology & Innovation Forum

• Provide a platform for dialogue and cooperation between the public and private actors.
• Forge new partnerships and encourage the exchange of best practices in the use of technology and innovation.
• Learn about innovative technologies.
• Offer technological solutions to assist in daily inspections on the border.