The global Noatum conference saw 107 agents across the world coming together for a time of learning. The Noatum Global meet-up was held between June 12 and June 15, 2023. The conference was held at the prestigious Shangri-La hotel situated in beautiful Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This event brought together key decision leaders and industry leaders from every part of the globe. The Noatum conference was truly a resounding success.
During the four days, there was an incredible amount of learning, networking, and forging of connections with industry leaders from over 70 different countries. A total of 33 delegates from various Noatum offices from different corners of the world were also a part of the event.
The Conference
The face-to-face meetings at the conference resulted in a pivotal sharing of knowledge. The attendees included sponsors, partners and delegates who made the event a success. Over 10 experienced speakers shared their experience and expertise at the conference. The event helped in forging meaningful connections and driving powerful innovation in the world of logistics.
Each day of the conference was planned with an impressive and power-packed agenda that included keynote presentations, face-to-face meetings and engaging social activities.
Presentations and learnings
On the first day of the event, a friendly Noatum Golf Fellowship game was planned for all the delegates. This was followed by a welcome cocktail where conversations took place and connections were made.
The second day started off with warm welcome addresses and opening remarks by the esteemed CEO Rafael, Torres Brinkmann, MD Asia Ramon Gallen, and GM Asia Network
Dragana Zankel. Next, Beatriz Garcia Jimenez rendered presentations on eSolutions, while Jorge Vicente de Vera Garcia presented on Noatum Projects. There were more presentations, with Jens Grimpe presenting on Noatum Airfreight, and Andrew Gordon sharing valuable insights with regards to Noatum Seafreight.
Next in line was the guest speaker Laetitia Jadeja, the Key Account Manager of CMA CGM who shared her expertise with everyone. This was followed by a presentation by Mohamed Roshmon, Vice President of Consolidated Shipping Services (CSS) LLC, Dubai, one of Noatum’s Platinum sponsors. The eventful day concluded with a group photograph and face-to-face meetings.
Fundraising and site seeing
On the second day, the entire team gathered at the Hard Rock Café for a fundraising event to benefit the less fortunate of Ukraine. There was everything from delicious food to fantastic music, refreshing drinks and networking. It was indeed remarkable to witness all the delegates coming together for a worthy cause.
This was a special fundraising event, which was held for a noble cause. Individuals, partners, and companies who were a part of the Noatum conference generously contributed to the event, making it possible to raise a sum of USD 1,500.00. With this sum, essentially required hospital beds were purchased for people in need.
On the third day of the event, all the delegates paid a visit to Batu Caves, which is a celebrated Hindu temple. The attendees climbed all the 272 steps of the temple to reach the top. It was both an enjoyable and memorable experience. The third day ended by another round of face-to-face meetings and a charming sunset cocktail,with everyone enjoying a breathtaking view of the city and witnessing the iconic Petronas Twin Towers.
The final day
On the fourth and final day of the conference, there were featured presentations from all the remaining sponsors. There were also face-to-face meetings. All the delegates gathered once again to celebrate the connections made and cherish the memories created. This included Brett Wilton from Cargowise, Abe Pirian from Abetrans, and Abdallah Najjar and Charles Sarkis from Motion Supply. The conference ended with the host felicitating all their partners and sponsors with special awards. The conference ended on a sweet note with thoughtful words from CEO Ramon Torres Brinkmann and a heartfelt farewell address from GM Asia Network Dragana Zankel.
CSS at the event
CSS is extremely delighted to have been a part of the global conference in Kuala Lumpur. The event was both valuable and informative. CSS was happy to be a part of this event and take back home key learnings. The team at CSS eagerly awaits next year’s Noatum conference.