13 May 2025
Stream

Invite only: Black tie industry awards dinner

Enter the masquerade ball for an exciting night of celebration for the commodities industry! A bubbly drinks reception, followed by a three course dinner and the eagerly anticipated announcement of our top 10 Commodity Finance Deals of the Year. 

14 May 2025
Plenary

Opening remarks

Hesham Zakai
Managing Director,
Exile Group (TXF, Proximo & Uxolo)

A short remark to welcome guests to TXF Amsterdam 2025!

Plenary

Keynote conversation: Macroeconomic outlook: The Future of Commodity Markets

Saad Rahim
Chief Economist,
Trafigura Group Pte
Moderator
Jean Francois Lambert
Founder & Managing Partner,
Lambert Commodities

Back by extremely popular demand, Trafigura’s Chief Economist Saad Rahim will be addressing  the long-term outlook for commodities in a world shaped by geopolitical shifts, climate change, and technological disruption.

Plenary

Trading Forward: Adapting strategies in an ever-changing landscape

Oliver Schenkenberg
Group Treasurer,
Gunvor
Sander Stuijt
CFO,
Duferco
Jayant Parande
Group Treasurer & Global Head – TSF,
Olam Group Limited
Yannick Luce
Group CFO,
Montfort Trading (Switzerland) Sarl
Moderator
Catherine Lang-Anderson
Partner,
A&O Shearman

Navigating liquidity, geopolitical risks, sustainability, and adapting to an evolving financial landscape are all equally important elements of being a commodities trader. This session gathers C-suite traders across agri, metals and energy to hone in on the biggest challenges and changes facing the market.

Plenary

Morning coffee break

Grab a coffee and get networking 

Plenary

New power players: Shifting dynamics in commodity finance

Leaders from trading companies, banks, ECAs, and alternative financiers discuss the changing landscape of commodity finance, exploring the rise of new players, the evolution of traditional roles, and the increasing importance of partnerships and collaboration.

Sustainability

The decarbonisation of the metals industry: Financial and regulatory implications

Alexander Peters
Board Member of Commodity Club Switzerland,
Commodity Club Switzerland
Stephen Thomas
Head of ESG & Sustainability,
ArrowResources AG
Osher Beveridge
Sustainability Analyst,
London Metal Exchange

New regulations that will push transparency in terms of calculating carbon emissions in the metals industry will apply pressure from all angles to decarbonise, from source to customer. This session tackles what this change means for metals traders and those financing this trade.

Plenary

Africa: The next frontier in commodity finance

Nicolas Mignot
Chief Financial Officer,
Sahara Energy Group
Dhaval Shah
CFO,
AfriMet Resources AG

This session explores the vast potential of the African continent as a source of critical minerals and other commodities. The session will feature discussions on infrastructure development, investment opportunities, political and regulatory challenges, and the role of ECAs and development banks in supporting growth.

Sustainability

Financing the transition: Unlocking Investment for a Sustainable Future

Elsa Pernot
Global Head of Sustainability,
Gunvor
Moderator
Kam Hessling
Senior Director,
Loan Market Association

This session discusses financing the trading of new energy mixes, carbon capture and storage technologies, and the role of green hydrogen in the energy mix. Experts from banks, investors, and traders share insights on innovative financing structures in the renewables space

Plenary

Networking lunch & women's networking lunch hosted by WISTA

Maryana Stober
President,
WISTA Switzerland
Mathilde de Mareuil
Vice president,
WISTA Switzerland

Time for delegates to enjoy an extended networking lunch, whilst WISTA also hosts a separate women’s networking lunch

Plenary

Navigating risk: Spotlight on insurance

Rakesh Ranchhoddas
Bank and Insurance Relations & Global Customer Solutions,
Archer Daniels Midland

This session gathers underwriters, brokers and users of CPRI to discuss how the market has evolved over the past year, why short term deals are growing in popularity and how the insurance industry can support commodities trade flows.

Sustainability

Agri-tech & food security: Innovations and Investments in a Changing Climate

Natalia Haas
Managing Partner,
Mercator Commodities AG
Philippe Penet
CFO,
Sucafina

This session explores the impact of climate change on agricultural production and food security. The session will feature discussions on agritech innovations, sustainable farming practices, and the role of technology in streamlining agricultural supply chains.

Plenary

Vertical Integration: Complex but rewarding

Simon Huber
Group Treasurer & Global Head (structured-) Commodities Finance,
Bluequest Resources AG
Olena Sytarchuk
Head of Trade Finance,
D.Trading

This session will explore how traders are vertically integrating their supply chains and the benefits, such as capturing back net value, to minimizing risks, the challenges, such as higher capital and operational capacity, and the strategies involved, from upstream to downstream. 

Sustainability

Interactive Workshop: Carbon credit trading

A practical workshop focusing on the implementation of carbon credit trading in the commodity finance industry. Participants will explore methods for measuring and reporting ESG performance, as well as strategies for mitigating risks and maximizing positive impact.

Plenary

Banking on the future: Oxford style debate

Mehmet Emin Gokdel
Head of Structured Trade and Commodity Finance,
Credit Europe Bank NV
Moderator
Dom Kloiber
Co-founder,
TXF

Join the commodity finance bank’s annual get-together, as the dynamic panel of leading financiers go head to head in an Oxford-style debate 

Plenary

Game show session: Who wants to be a commodity financier?

Gary Coates
Head of Intelligence Sales,
TXF
Mac MACNAMARA
CEO,
Carshalton Commodities

Powered by TXF intelligence, this session will put a panel of contestant’s industry knowledge to the test, in TXF’s very own game show: Who wants to be a commodity financier?

Plenary

Closing remarks

A final address to end a dynamic day of content and networking 

Plenary

Cocktail drinks reception sponsored by Credit Europe Bank

Time to head into the winter garden for some drinks and more networking 

15 May 2025
Stream

Opening Remarks

A short address to welcome delegates back to day 2 of TXF Amsterdam 2025!

Stream

Economist ted talk: What’s next for commodities after a year of elections?

In this keynote presentation, independent economist Rebecca Harding talks us through the biggest consequences of the past year’s elections on the commodities industry, including the first impacts of the US election, and what this means for the energy transition, geopolitical stability, and commodities prices.


Stream

From source to solution: How are producers innovating?

Moderator
Hamsika Gopalan
General Manager,
Rescom Holdings

At the start of all commodities supply chains, producers must balance financing challenges, global supply chain dynamics, and adapting to changing regulatory and geopolitical environments. In this session, we hear about the most major headwinds and opportunities for producers in 2025.

Stream

The future of commodity finance: Rising talent in the spotlight

We often hear from the most senior in the industry, but this session gives the stage to the younger generation of bankers, corporates and service providers who are innovating and growing the industry, to discuss the future of the commodities market, and what the younger generation of talent is looking for. 

Stream

AI in commodity finance: Transforming trade?

Moderator
Dom Kloiber
Co-founder,
TXF

This session will explore the potential for AI to transform commodity finance, addressing ethical considerations, and highlighting future trends. Participants will engage in a Q&A to discuss diverse perspectives and actionable steps for integrating AI into their practices.

Stream

Cloing remarks

Wrapping up another fabulous year of content, networking, drinks and awards, the final closing remarks. See you all next year!

Stream

Networking lunch

There's still time to squeeze in some final networking and meetings, as the winter garden opens for another networking lunch 

Stream

Invite only: Black tie industry awards dinner

Enter the masquerade ball for an exciting night of celebration for the commodities industry! A bubbly drinks reception, followed by a three course dinner and the eagerly anticipated announcement of our top 10 Commodity Finance Deals of the Year. 

Plenary

Opening remarks

Hesham Zakai
Managing Director,
Exile Group (TXF, Proximo & Uxolo)

A short remark to welcome guests to TXF Amsterdam 2025!

Plenary

Keynote conversation: Macroeconomic outlook: The Future of Commodity Markets

Saad Rahim
Chief Economist,
Trafigura Group Pte
Moderator
Jean Francois Lambert
Founder & Managing Partner,
Lambert Commodities

Back by extremely popular demand, Trafigura’s Chief Economist Saad Rahim will be addressing  the long-term outlook for commodities in a world shaped by geopolitical shifts, climate change, and technological disruption.

Plenary

Trading Forward: Adapting strategies in an ever-changing landscape

Oliver Schenkenberg
Group Treasurer,
Gunvor
Sander Stuijt
CFO,
Duferco
Jayant Parande
Group Treasurer & Global Head – TSF,
Olam Group Limited
Yannick Luce
Group CFO,
Montfort Trading (Switzerland) Sarl
Moderator
Catherine Lang-Anderson
Partner,
A&O Shearman

Navigating liquidity, geopolitical risks, sustainability, and adapting to an evolving financial landscape are all equally important elements of being a commodities trader. This session gathers C-suite traders across agri, metals and energy to hone in on the biggest challenges and changes facing the market.

Plenary

Morning coffee break

Grab a coffee and get networking 

Plenary

New power players: Shifting dynamics in commodity finance

Leaders from trading companies, banks, ECAs, and alternative financiers discuss the changing landscape of commodity finance, exploring the rise of new players, the evolution of traditional roles, and the increasing importance of partnerships and collaboration.

Sustainability

The decarbonisation of the metals industry: Financial and regulatory implications

Alexander Peters
Board Member of Commodity Club Switzerland,
Commodity Club Switzerland
Stephen Thomas
Head of ESG & Sustainability,
ArrowResources AG
Osher Beveridge
Sustainability Analyst,
London Metal Exchange

New regulations that will push transparency in terms of calculating carbon emissions in the metals industry will apply pressure from all angles to decarbonise, from source to customer. This session tackles what this change means for metals traders and those financing this trade.

Plenary

Africa: The next frontier in commodity finance

Nicolas Mignot
Chief Financial Officer,
Sahara Energy Group
Dhaval Shah
CFO,
AfriMet Resources AG

This session explores the vast potential of the African continent as a source of critical minerals and other commodities. The session will feature discussions on infrastructure development, investment opportunities, political and regulatory challenges, and the role of ECAs and development banks in supporting growth.

Sustainability

Financing the transition: Unlocking Investment for a Sustainable Future

Elsa Pernot
Global Head of Sustainability,
Gunvor
Moderator
Kam Hessling
Senior Director,
Loan Market Association

This session discusses financing the trading of new energy mixes, carbon capture and storage technologies, and the role of green hydrogen in the energy mix. Experts from banks, investors, and traders share insights on innovative financing structures in the renewables space

Plenary

Networking lunch & women's networking lunch hosted by WISTA

Maryana Stober
President,
WISTA Switzerland
Mathilde de Mareuil
Vice president,
WISTA Switzerland

Time for delegates to enjoy an extended networking lunch, whilst WISTA also hosts a separate women’s networking lunch

Plenary

Navigating risk: Spotlight on insurance

Rakesh Ranchhoddas
Bank and Insurance Relations & Global Customer Solutions,
Archer Daniels Midland

This session gathers underwriters, brokers and users of CPRI to discuss how the market has evolved over the past year, why short term deals are growing in popularity and how the insurance industry can support commodities trade flows.

Sustainability

Agri-tech & food security: Innovations and Investments in a Changing Climate

Natalia Haas
Managing Partner,
Mercator Commodities AG
Philippe Penet
CFO,
Sucafina

This session explores the impact of climate change on agricultural production and food security. The session will feature discussions on agritech innovations, sustainable farming practices, and the role of technology in streamlining agricultural supply chains.

Plenary

Vertical Integration: Complex but rewarding

Simon Huber
Group Treasurer & Global Head (structured-) Commodities Finance,
Bluequest Resources AG
Olena Sytarchuk
Head of Trade Finance,
D.Trading

This session will explore how traders are vertically integrating their supply chains and the benefits, such as capturing back net value, to minimizing risks, the challenges, such as higher capital and operational capacity, and the strategies involved, from upstream to downstream. 

Sustainability

Interactive Workshop: Carbon credit trading

A practical workshop focusing on the implementation of carbon credit trading in the commodity finance industry. Participants will explore methods for measuring and reporting ESG performance, as well as strategies for mitigating risks and maximizing positive impact.

Plenary

Banking on the future: Oxford style debate

Mehmet Emin Gokdel
Head of Structured Trade and Commodity Finance,
Credit Europe Bank NV
Moderator
Dom Kloiber
Co-founder,
TXF

Join the commodity finance bank’s annual get-together, as the dynamic panel of leading financiers go head to head in an Oxford-style debate 

Plenary

Game show session: Who wants to be a commodity financier?

Gary Coates
Head of Intelligence Sales,
TXF
Mac MACNAMARA
CEO,
Carshalton Commodities

Powered by TXF intelligence, this session will put a panel of contestant’s industry knowledge to the test, in TXF’s very own game show: Who wants to be a commodity financier?

Plenary

Closing remarks

A final address to end a dynamic day of content and networking 

Plenary

Cocktail drinks reception sponsored by Credit Europe Bank

Time to head into the winter garden for some drinks and more networking 

Stream

Opening Remarks

A short address to welcome delegates back to day 2 of TXF Amsterdam 2025!

Stream

Economist ted talk: What’s next for commodities after a year of elections?

In this keynote presentation, independent economist Rebecca Harding talks us through the biggest consequences of the past year’s elections on the commodities industry, including the first impacts of the US election, and what this means for the energy transition, geopolitical stability, and commodities prices.


Stream

From source to solution: How are producers innovating?

Moderator
Hamsika Gopalan
General Manager,
Rescom Holdings

At the start of all commodities supply chains, producers must balance financing challenges, global supply chain dynamics, and adapting to changing regulatory and geopolitical environments. In this session, we hear about the most major headwinds and opportunities for producers in 2025.

Stream

The future of commodity finance: Rising talent in the spotlight

We often hear from the most senior in the industry, but this session gives the stage to the younger generation of bankers, corporates and service providers who are innovating and growing the industry, to discuss the future of the commodities market, and what the younger generation of talent is looking for. 

Stream

AI in commodity finance: Transforming trade?

Moderator
Dom Kloiber
Co-founder,
TXF

This session will explore the potential for AI to transform commodity finance, addressing ethical considerations, and highlighting future trends. Participants will engage in a Q&A to discuss diverse perspectives and actionable steps for integrating AI into their practices.

Stream

Cloing remarks

Wrapping up another fabulous year of content, networking, drinks and awards, the final closing remarks. See you all next year!

Stream

Networking lunch

There's still time to squeeze in some final networking and meetings, as the winter garden opens for another networking lunch