Global Trade Summit 2025: The Future of International Trade in Debate

From May 21 to 23, 2025, Expocentro Júlio Tedesco will become the main address of national logistics for  to discuss the future of international trade. The Global Trade Summit 2025, organized by the Foreign Trade Center (NCE) of the Itajaí Business Association (ACII), will bring together leaders, entrepreneurs and specialists from around the world. The goal is to explore new routes and strengthen international connections.

With the expectation of receiving 1200 participants, the event promises three intense days of debates, networking and learning about the latest trends in the sector. Paula Machado, coordinator of the ACII NCE, highlights the choice of Balneário Camboriú as its headquarters, highlighting the infrastructure of Expocentro Julio Tedesco, which offers comfort and convenience to participants during the more than 28 hours of scheduled content. “We were looking for a space that would provide comfort and a complete experience to the participants, with an adequate structure for the three days of the event and its more than 28 hours of content”, explains Paula Machado.

The main objective of the Global Trade Summit is to boost knowledge, growth and opportunities in foreign trade, logistics and supply chain. The event seeks to promote debates on innovative ideas, deepen concepts and update participants on trends and strategic knowledge of the sector. In addition, it aims to strengthen collaboration between companies in the logistics and foreign trade chain, both nationally and regionally.

The event’s target audience covers companies and professionals who work in foreign trade, logistics and supply chain, both in Santa Catarina and in other regions of Brazil. “The Global Trade Summit offers robust and specific technical content, attracting from decision makers to operational professionals. national”, details Paula Machado.

The event will address the most relevant themes of the moment, including debates on logistical issues in Santa Catarina, such as port and airport logistics, new legislation involving foreign trade, with the presence of representatives of the Federal Revenue Service, and problems such as Detention and Detention Costs. demurrage e. In addition, the event will also bring discussions on how to balance the high performance required by foreign trade with the quality of life and the importance of networking for career development.

The Global Trade Summit infrastructure will feature a main stage, where creators of the main import and export processes, members of renowned institutions in Brazil and in the world, and popular guests in the Santa Catarina and Brazilian business universe will share their experiences and visions. 

The event’s passport includes access to 3 days of immersion in foreign trade, logistics and supply chain at the biggest and best convention center in Santa Catarina, lectures and panels with renowned national experts, presentation of novelties and innovations in the sector, and debates on the relevant at the moment.

confirmed speakers

Fabiano Coelho, Undersecretary of Customs Administration

Felipe Mendes, General Coordinator of Customs Administration (Coana)

Douglas Fonseca, Special Coordinator of Customs Risk Management (CORAD)

Raphael Eugenio, General Coordinator for Combating Smuggling and Embezzlement (COREP)

Tiago Barbosa, Coordinator – General for Commerce Facilitation and Manager of the Single Foreign Trade Portal by Secex

Mario de Marco, Tax Auditor at RFB and Technical Advisor to the Undersecretary of Customs Administration.

Know more

What: Global Trade Summit

When: May 21st to 23rd

Location: Expocentro Júlio Tedesco

Organization: Center for Foreign Trade (NCE) of the Itajaí Business Association (ACII)

Website: https://globaltradesummit.com.br/