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Introducing the Conference Speakers in Edinburgh – Global Issues and Local Solutions

Tuesday, August 8th, 2017

With less than one month to go till the ITFA Annual Conference, all final preparations are in full swing. We are pleased to announce that all is going according to plan and we envisage a fantastic event with a great turnout.

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Highlights of the ITFA Trade Finance Educational Seminar, London – 4-5 September 2017

Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017

ITFA is again running its annual Educational Seminar on Trade Finance, in London on 4-5 September. 

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The United Nations approves Forfaiting Rules

Tuesday, August 1st, 2017

The Uniform Rules for Forfaiting (URF 800) published by ITFA and the ICC, and which are the only internationally approved rules for any form of receivables finance, have received further distinction of approval and endorsement by UNCITRAL (United Nations Commission on International Trade Law), an agency of the UN. The formal letter of approval can […]

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Introducing the Conference Speakers in Edinburgh – ”Trade Finance Insurance” panel session

Wednesday, July 26th, 2017

With the ITFA Annual Conference fast approaching, the ITFA Board is excited to announce that registrations are steadily flowing in. To register on-line, to view the conference programme and for any other informative details, please click here.

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ITFA Newsletter – July 2017 Issue

Tuesday, July 25th, 2017

We are pleased to inform you that the July 2017 ITFA Newsletter is now out. Please click here to open the blog. In the event that you cannot view the blog click here for a PDF format.

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Introducing the ITFA Conference Speakers – Stacey Facter and Paul Coles

Thursday, July 20th, 2017

The ITFA Board is delighted to announce that Stacey Facter and Paul Coles will be heading one of the sessions at the ITFA 44th Annual Trade and Forfaiting Conference which is taking place in Edinburgh, Scotland between the 6-8 September 2017.

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VEFI Summer Cocktail 2017 – 31 August, Zurich

Monday, July 17th, 2017

The Association of Forfaiters in Switzerland (VEFI) and ITFA invite you to the VEFI Summer Cocktail 2017. Please click here to view the event invitation.

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Look good in Tartan!

Friday, July 14th, 2017

Sartorially, the girls have got it easier this year. Your ITFA 2017 conference ticket includes tartan sashes for ladies and a full kilt, jacket, sporran and shoes for men. 

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Introducing the Conference Speakers in Edinburgh – ”Banking Africa: Doing it Right” panel session

Friday, July 14th, 2017

With the ITFA Annual Conference less than two months away, the ITFA Board is excited to announce that all preparations are well underway to ensure another successful and memorable event. To register on-line, to view the conference programme and for any other informative details, please click here.

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S & W Trade Finance Breakfast Seminar – 27 July 2017, London

Wednesday, July 12th, 2017

In collaboration with Sullivan & Worcester, ITFA is pleased to invite you to yet another Trade Finance Breakfast Seminar entitled “Trade and Export Finance: Bills of Exchange, Promissory Notes and Other Independent Payment Undertakings”. This seminar is going to be held on Thursday 27th July 2017, at Pinners Hall, London, UK. Registration and breakfast are at 8:15 am followed by the seminar from 8:45 till 10:00 am.

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ICC Rethinking Trade Survey 2017

Wednesday, July 12th, 2017

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), one of our global partners, last week launched its 2017 Rethinking Trade & Finance report. This annual publication is centred around the ICC global trade finance survey and contains revealing findings on the global shortfall in the supply of funding for trade, developments in supply chain finance and the increasing involvement […]

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Reminder ITFA Annual Conference, Edinburgh, 6-8 September 2017

Tuesday, July 11th, 2017

Improving knowledge and skills in the trade finance industry has long been one of the ways ITFA gives back to its members and followers. We have always thought that the best way to bridge the knowledge gap is to put experienced professionals in touch with those seeking to broaden their understanding of our business. Our […]

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