downloads_bt

WELCOME TO DUBAI FOR THE 13th ANNUAL CONFERENCE | WCA WORLDWIDE


The largest and most important logistics networking event of the year will make its 2024 debut in the exciting, dynamic and fast-growing city of Dubai, UAE. One of the world’s major travel and logistics hubs, Dubai has cemented its place as a hugely desirable location for both business and pleasure. With ultra-modern conference and exhibition facilities, a fantastic range of hotels and its famed reputation for five-star hospitality, this one conference that certainly is not to be missed.

With some 4,500 delegates expected to attend, breaking the record as the largest logistics networking conference ever held, it is, quite simply, the most productive and important networking event of the year.

Alongside the renowned One-on-One meetings, a whole range of social networking events are planned, making use of Dubai’s superb facilities and fantastic February weather. Members will be able to re-connect with existing partners and identify many new business opportunities, enabling you to supercharge your businesses growth and development.

The attendance will include delegates from over 180 countries, enabling you to expand your company’s visibility, reach new markets and raise company awareness on a global scale.

You can also save weeks of travel time and thousands of dollars in travel expenses by pre-booking your meetings with fellow agents from around the world. Each delegate has the opportunity to conduct more business at the WCA Worldwide Conference than can be achieved in months of business travel.

A range of sponsorship and meeting booth options are available to all members providing a perfect platform to raise your company’s profile further and showcase your services in front of thousands of potential partners.

The excitement and anticipation among members is rapidly building for what will be a spectacular and unmissable conference, and the WCAworld team cannot wait to welcome you all in Dubai.

about

AGENDA


WCAworldwide Conference 2024
27 February – 2 March 2024, Dubai, UAE
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
Monday, 26 February 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
14:00 - 20:00 Onsite Registration
(pick up conference badges and other conference items)
DWTC, Hall 3 Entrance
(ground floor)
Tuesday, 27 February 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
06:30 - 14:30 WCAworldwide Golf Tournament
(not included in conference registration fee – delegates must pre-register for this)
06:15 hrs: Meet at Arena Services Road (Near Hall 1 and Arena Hall)

06:30 hrs: Coaches depart

08:00hrs: Tee-off time

15:30 hrs: Drop off at DWTC

(all golf registered delegates must make their own way to/from DWTC for the tournament)
8:30 - 17:00 FULL Day Tour Including Lunch
(tour not included in conference registration fee – delegates must pre-register for this)
[Tour Program]
08:00 hrs: Meet at Arena Services Road (Near Hall 1 and Arena Hall)

08:30 hrs: Coaches depart for tour

16:30 hrs: Drop off at DWTC

(all tour registered delegates must make their own way to/from DWTC for the tour)
09:00 - 21:00 Onsite Registration / Info Counter Open
(pick up conference badges and other conference items)
DWTC, Hall 3 Entrance
(ground floor)
10:00 - 16:30 academy logo
WCAworld Academy Good distribution Practice Certified Training Course

Click Here for More Details

(Not included in conference registration fee – delegates must pre-register due to limited capacity – program includes lunch and coffee break)
Sharjah D Room
(floor 1)
19:00 - 21:00 Welcome Cocktail Reception
(all sponsor gifts will be presented to sponsors at this function)
DWTC, Za’abeel 2
(ground floor)
Wednesday, 28 February 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 22:00 Onsite Registration / Info Counter Open
(pick up conference badges and other conference items)
DWTC, Hall 3 Entrance
(ground floor)
09:30 - 10:45

WCA Benefits

“Being Part of WCAworld instant access to members worldwide and support” – by Dan March, CEO, WCAworld

“Main Networks - Bespoke Networks - Specialty Networks”
– by Dan March, CEO, WCAworld

“Voice / Marketing"  "Global Conferences"
– by Dan March, CEO, WCAworld

“Partner Pay” – by Dan March, CEO, WCAworld

“All World Shipping”
– by Bryce Barnhart, VP North America & AWS

“WCA eCommerce”
– by Harald Oechsner, Director of eCommerce

“WIS” – by Monica Lee, CEO

“FreightOscope” – by Sripad Bharati, CIO

“WCAworld ECO Program” – by Randy Van Velthoven, Regional Manager Europe, WCAworld

“WCAworld Academy
– by Leah McKenna, Manager, WCA Academy

“WCAworld – Quotation System Demo”
– by Andrew Robins, Director Customer Service, WCAworld

“Gold Medallion”
– by Andrew Robins, Director Customer Service, WCAworld

Q&A Session

DWTC, Trade Centre Arena
(ground floor)
10:45 - 11:00 Coffee Break DWTC, Trade Centre Arena
(ground floor)
11:00 - 12:00 Plenary Session

“Welcome Address”
– by David Yokeum, Chairman, WCAworld

“WCAworld plans for 2024”
– by Dan March, CEO, WCAworld

“WIS”
– by Phillip Emmanuel

“Ocean markets and trends”
- by Alan Murphy, CEO, Sea Intelligence

“Housekeeping and closing”
– by Dan March, CEO, WCAworld
DWTC, Trade Centre Arena
(ground floor)
12:00 - 13:30 Buffet Lunch DWTC, Za’abeel 1, 2, 3
12:00 - 13:30

eCommerce Luncheon

Guest speaker: Mr. Turgut Erkeskin, President of FIATA will discuss the current issues of forwarding dynamics and eCommerce developments.

Compimentary and open to WCA eCommerce Network members only.

Space is limited to 75 delegates. Delegates must pre-register through the Shopping Cart.

Please contact harald@wcaworld.com if you require more information.

DWTC, Al Ain A+B
(floor 1)
13:30 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
19:00 - 21:00 Awards Dinner

DJ Sabrina
WCAworld Hall of Fame Award
Awards Dinner Sponsor Gift Presentation
Best Partner Awards
Lucky Draws
3D Escape Show (Main Act)
3D Escape Show (Journey Act)
3D Escape Show (Mystery Hotel Act)

DWTC, Za’abeel 1, 2, 3
(ground floor)
21:00 - 22:00 After-dinner Party
(Dancing and Live Music by The Show Band)
DWTC, Za’abeel 1, 2, 3
(ground floor)
Thursday, 29 February 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 17:00 Info Counter Open DWTC, Hall 3 Entrance
(ground floor)
10:00 - 10:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
10:00 - 12:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
12:00 - 13:30 Buffet Lunch DWTC, Za’abeel 1, 2, 3
(ground floor)
13:30 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
16:00 - 17.00 Understanding Gold Medallion, Dispute Resolution Process, and Q&A
(Limited Capacity)
DWTC, Abu Dhabi Room A
(floor 1)

To reserve a place, please contact sarah@wcaworld.com
16:30 - 17:30 Lithium Batteries Discussion
Open to WCA Dangerous Goods members only. Free of charge. Seating limited to 75 persons. Please register in advance through the Shopping Cart or contact bruce@wcaworld.com

Guest Speaker:
Mr. Rajesh Keerthy, IATA’s officially appointed auditor for Lithium Battery issues, and certified DG trainer will discuss the current issues of shipping Batteries.
DWTC, Ajman D Room
(floor 1)


To reserve a place, click here then add to your shopping cart
17:15 - 19:30 WIS Fine Wine Event
(by invitation only)
DWTC, Al Multaqua Ballroom
(ground floor)
18:00 - 20:00 Women's Networking Cocktails
(Must preregister)
Kimpo, Conrad Dubai
(next to lobby)
18.00 - 20:00 DG Cocktail Reception
(Must preregister)
Blue Bar, Novotel DWTC
18.00 - 20:00 WCA Relocation Cocktail Reception
(Must preregister)
McGettigan’s, DWTC
Friday, 1 March 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 17:00 Info Counter Open DWTC, Hall 3 Entrance
(ground floor)
10:00 - 10:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
10:00 - 12:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
12:00 - 13:30 Buffet Lunch DWTC, Za’abeel 1, 2, 3
(ground floor)
13:30 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
16:00 - 17:00 WIS Workshop
“Biggest Threats Facing Freight Forwarders”
(must preregister)
DWTC, Al Multaqua Ballroom
(ground floor)
16:00 - 17.00 Understanding Gold Medallion, Dispute Resolution Process, and Q&A
(Limited Capacity)
DWTC, Abu Dhabi Room A
(floor 1)

To reserve a place, please contact sarah@wcaworld.com
18:00 - 23:00 WCAworld Football Tournament
(Must preregister)
18:00 hrs: Meet at Arena Services Road (Near Hall 1 and Arena Hall)

18:30 hrs: Coaches depart for Dubai Sports City

18:30 - 23:00 hrs: Football Tournament

23:00 hrs: Depart for DWTC

(all participants must make their own way to/from DWTC)
Saturday, 2 March 2024
Time Program Venue Name & Floor
09:00 - 17:00 Info Counter Open DWTC, Hall 3 Entrance
(ground floor)
10:00 - 10:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
10:00 - 12:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
12:00 - 13:30 Buffet Lunch DWTC, Za’abeel 1, 2, 3
(ground floor)
13:30 - 17:00 One-on-One Meetings / Exhibition DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break DWTC, Halls 1-6
(ground floor)
17:00 End of Event

PRICING


Delegate Fees
USD 1,450 /person

Your registration will not be complete until full prepayment for the conference fees have been made at the time of registration. All conference fees are now expected to be paid immediately by credit card.

Accommodation
Room rates start at USD 200 /Room/Night

Reservation Cut-Off date is Friday, 9 February 2024, at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).
Rooms are limited

Event Sponsors

Event Sponsors

  • Silver: USD 5,500 (max. 10 sponsor) soldout.jpg
  • Gold :USD 8,500 (max. 10 sponsor) soldout.jpg
  • Platinum: USD 12,500 (max. 10 sponsor)soldout.jpg
  • Signature: USD 18,500 (max. 1 sponsor) soldout.jpg
  • Official: USD 25,000 (max. 1 sponsor) soldout.jpg
Coffee Break Sponsor

USD 8,950
(max. 1 sponsor) soldout.jpg
Cocktail Reception Sponsors

USD 14,900
(max. 3 sponsors )
Awards Dinner Sponsor

USD 20,000
(max. 1 sponsor) soldout

(All event sponsor packages now include one or more free delegate registrations)

Booth and Sponsorship reservations will be available to WCAworld members on Wednesday, 20 September 2023 at 16:00 hrs (BKK time).

“Booth and sponsor reservations will be limited to members WCAworld networks excluding Lognet, GAA, EGLN, and IFC8. Members of Lognet, GAA, EGLN, and IFC8 can send an email to booth@wcaworld.com or sponsor@wcaworld.com to be placed on a wait list in case booths and sponsor packages become available later.”

All Booth and Sponsor package bookings will CLOSE on Friday, 26 January 2024, at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Advertising

Full page

USD 295 for Color
Size: 210 mm(w) x 297 mm(h)
Deadline for advertising artwork in conference directory is Friday, 26 January 2024, at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Merchandise and Giveaway Sponsors

Notepad & Pen Sponsor: USD 5,950
(max. 1 sponsor)soldout.jpg

Stapler Sponsor: USD 4,950
(max. 1 sponsor) soldout.jpg

Lanyard Sponsor: USD 9,950
(max. 1 sponsor) soldout.jpg

Mobile Application Sponsor:USD 7,950
(max. 1 sponsor) soldout.jpg

(All event sponsor packages now include one or more free delegate registrations)

Booth and Sponsorship reservations will be available to WCAworld members on Wednesday, 20 September 2023 at 16:00 hrs (BKK time).

“Booth and sponsor reservations will be limited to members WCAworld networks excluding Lognet, GAA, EGLN, and IFC8. Members of Lognet, GAA, EGLN, and IFC8 can send an email to booth@wcaworld.com or sponsor@wcaworld.com to be placed on a wait list in case booths and sponsor packages become available later.”

All Booth and Sponsor package bookings will CLOSE on Friday, 26 January 2024, at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Full Day Tour

(Includes Site-seeing and Lunch)
Tuesday, 27 February 2024
USD 150 / person

Golf Tournament

Tuesday, 27 February 2023
USD 300 / person
(Includes Green Fee and Golf Cart)
(Numbers of player limited, first come first served basis)

Booths

Standard booths (3mW x 2mD) start at USD 5,500 /booth
Larger booths (9mW x 4mD) start at USD 70,000 /booth

Booth and Sponsorship reservations will be available to WCAworld members on Wednesday, 20 September 2023 at 16:00 hrs (BKK time).

“Booth and sponsor reservations will be limited to members WCAworld networks excluding Lognet, GAA, EGLN, and IFC8. Members of Lognet, GAA, EGLN, and IFC8 can send an email to booth@wcaworld.com or sponsor@wcaworld.com to be placed on a wait list in case booths and sponsor packages become available later.”

All Booth and Sponsor package bookings will CLOSE on Friday, 26 January 2024, at 17:00 hrs Bangkok Time (GMT+7).

Rollup USD 390 /rollup

  • One-sided printing
  • Size: 80 x 200 cm.
  • Buy 4 get 1 free     

Hall Banner (Hall 1-4) USD 2500 /banner Limited to 16 banners

Hall Banner (Hall 5-6) USD 1900 /banner Limited to 6 banners

  • Two-sided printing       
  • Size: 400W x 300H cm

Destination Partner


OFFICAL SPONSOR


SIGNATURE SPONSOR


HOSPITALITY CENTER SPONSOR


PLATINUM SPONSORS


SILVER SPONSORS


COCKTAIL RECEPTION SPONSORS


COFFEE BREAK SPONSOR


AWARDS DINNER SPONSOR


LUNCH SPONSOR


WIS FINE WINE EVENT SPONSORS


WIS WORKSHOP AND HAPPY HOUR DRINKS SPONSOR


REGISTRATION