International Trade Finance & Trade Banking Forum

The Principal of Opus Advisory Services, International, has launched a new discussion forum focused on trade banking and trade finance. The forum, called "International Trade Finance & Trade Banking Forum" is hosted through a leading business networking site. The site counts many trade finance specialists among its members - from corporate finance specialists focused on trade, to consultants, technology providers, trade bank operations specialists to structured trade and project finance experts, as well as senior-level executives.   The International Trade Finance and Trade Banking Forum was launched in September 2006, and currently includes the following Sections: Forum / description New Member Introduction Welcome to the International Trade Finance & Trade Banking Forum! Please introduce yourself here... Trade Banking Forum A Forum for members interested in trade banking, from strategy to business processes, operating models, technology and best practices, as well as key trends related to trade banking. Trade Finance and Trade Banking Consultants A Forum for specialists providing consulting services in trade finance and trade banking. This forum is intended to facilitate networking, communication on best practices and trends in trade finance consulting, as well as to assist consultants in identifying project opportunities and/or meeting resourcing requirements. Export Credit & Insurance Forum This Forum addresses topics related to export credit and export insurance, from the perspective of providers and users of these services. Interested in learning about ECA (Export Credit Agency) cover for your export risks, or about private sector risk products and mitigation options? Are you a specialist in this area interested in exchanging ideas on best practices, emerging trends, product development ideas? Welcome to the Export Credit & Insurance Forum! Trade Finance Technology This Forum addresses technology in trade banking and trade finance, from backoffice systems to leading-edge web-based capabilities, as well as solutions facilitating electronic trade finance, or enabling the delivery of complementary services such as document preparation. Interested in trade finance technology? Have some ideas on the subject? This is the Forum for you. Trade Finance & International Development Trade is a critical element in international development, and the finance of international trade is fundamental to the overall success of trade as an engine of development. This Forum explores the complexities, challenges and potential of trade finance in the context of international development. Trade Finance Needed/Provided Looking for a financing solution related to international trade? Have a product or service to offer relative to trade finance? Post a brief description here. Trade Finance Importer/Exporter Forum Does your Company engage in international trade? What are your experiences, requirements and comments relative to trade banking and trade finance? Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Issues (UCP, Incoterms, SOX, Basel 2...) This Forum addresses the regulatory context of trade finance, from the Uniform Customs & Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP), through to issues of legal jurisdiction and compliance. Questions about due diligence requirements? The 'KYC' expectations related to trade finance? Insights into the impact of SOX on trade finance transactions? Questions or comments related to the upcoming UCP 600? Visit this Forum to learn more, or to share your expertise. Industry Conferences: SIBOS, BAFT and Others: Pre- Conference Networking  Are you planning to attend a major industry conference that is upcoming? Will you be at SIBOS 2006 in Australia? Let us know where to visit you, and whether you wish to establish some connections through this Forum before the event. If you happen to know the venue and have some tips to share with our Members, please do! Resources & Websites Here is a list of helpful resources on trade finance - books, websites, seminars and training programs... Member Feedback & Suggestions Please share your feedback on the International Trade Finance and Trade Banking Group. Suggestions for improving or expanding the Group are most welcome! ITF Moderators' Forum Greetings ITF Moderators! This is a private forum to facilitate communication, exchange of ideas and management of the ITF Group. Membership in the Forum currently requires approval by an ITF Moderator, in order to ensure relevant, focused and high-value content. Please email ar_malaket@tradeopus.com for further details.