Rame 2023

About FIATA-RAME Field Meeting 2023

Over 500 international experts, practitioners and operators in the Freight Logistics industry are expected to attend this 3-day conference hosted by Uganda Freight Forwarders Association (UFFA) in partnership with the Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations(FIATA) under the theme “Resilience, Adaptability and Diversity in Global Supply Chains.”

By virtue of Her strategic location, Uganda is a land linked country positioned as both a distribution and logistics hub for neighboring countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, Eastern DRC and the Central African Republic. The conference will therefore offer a platform for the international community to appreciate the logistics-related investment opportunities within the East African Community.

As the official hosts of the 2023 FIATA-RAME Field Meeting , UFFA is bringing together leading subject matter experts to discuss the current and emerging trends in Global Supply Chains in relation to resilience, adaptability and diversity. UFFA invites you to welcome this unique opportunity to not only network but also enhance your capacity on how to competitively operate in the dynamic international trade.

Why Attend FIATA-RAME Field Meeting 2023


Learn from a dynamic pool of renown speakers and industry experts

B2B networking and linkages

Discover solutions to your logistics need and challenges

Explore emerging trends and recommended standards in Global Supply Chains

Celebrate you – the trade facilitation heroes

TARGET AUDIENCE

1
Manufacturers Shippers
2
Freight Forwarders/Non-Vessel Owning Common Carrier (NVOCC)
3
Clearing Agents
4
Logistics Service Providers
5
Shipping Lines and Agents
6
International Oil Companies
7
Partner Government Ministries, Departments & Agencies
8
Construction and Engineering Companies
9
Cargo Consolidators
10
Carriers – LTL, Truckload, Intermodal, Rail, Air Freight
11
Private Sector Business Membership Organizations
12
Finance Institutions
13
Insurance Companies
14
Training & Academia/ Universities

SPONSORSHIP AND PARTNERSHIPS

Companies wishing to maximise their profile at the FIATA-RAME Field Meeting 2023 will benefit from international publicity offered by partnership and sponsorship. As an Official Sponsor, your company’s full-colour corporate logo will be included as an Event Sponsor in the following:

FIATA-RAME Field Meeting 2023 presents an opportunity for partner organizations, Exhibitors and sponsors to build their brand awareness, resonance, positioning, and visibility as well as generate strong leads through the various B2B networking platforms.

  •  The official conference programme distributed worldwide
  •  All digital media event promotion
  • All social media
  •  All the international FIATA-RAME Field Meeting advertising platforms, direct mail and public relations
  •  The official FIATA-RAME Field Meeting website
  •  Sponsorship acknowledgement during the Opening Ceremony and by the conference moderator during the Conference
  • The Welcome Arch at the main entrance to the Exhibition and Conference

The Venue

Rame 2023 will take place at Speke Resort and Conference Centre in Munyonyo Kampala Uganda. The resort is located south west of Kampala City approximately 39 km (40 Minutes drive) From Entebbe International Airport via the Kampala - Entebbe Express way.

Accommodation is Speke Resort Munyonyo - booking code #RAME2023

Single Deluxe Rooms ( Bed & Breakfast) – 1 Pax: $124 Executive Rooms ( Bed & Breakfast) -2 Pax: $206

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Tentative Programme FIATA-RAME Field Meeting 2023

08:30 – 09:10

OFFICIAL OPENING

  • Minister of Works of Transport – General Katumba Wamala
  • UFFA Chairman – Charles Mwebembezi
  • FIATA President – Charles Mwebembezi
  • RAME CHAIRMAN – Sheila Mashiri

09:10 – 09:30

OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE EXHIBITION

  • Minister of Works & Transport Republic of Uganda

09:30 -10:00

FREIGHT LOGISTICS – THE BACKBONE ECONOMIES

  • Presentations:
  • FEDERATION OF EAST AFRICAN FREIGHT FORWARDERS ASSOCIATIONS (FEAFFA) – Philippe Ndikumana
  • NAFL – NADIA ABDUL AZIZ

09:00 – 09:30

Welcome remarks – Charles Kareba, UFFA Advisory Council

09:30 – 10:00

Opening Remarks – Stephen Asiimwe – Executive Director – Private Sector Foundation Uganda

10:00 – 11:00

TRADE AND TRANSPORT FACILITATION

Presentations

  • FIATA Digital BL and other Trade Documents – Dr Stephane Graber – Director General FIATA
  • Emerging trends in Customs Management & Administration – UNCTAD or ITC
  • Port performance in trade facilitation (DP World - a case study) – Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem – CEO, DP World