This event is ideal for Indian corporates sourcing European technology and equipment, European suppliers, and banks and financial institutions looking to support India–Europe transactions
Greetings from the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce.
We are pleased to invite you to the Conference on Export Credit Agency Financing.
Date: Monday, 30th November 2026
Location: South Mumbai
Venue details will be shared upon confirmation of registration.
Time: 2 PM onwards registration
2:30 PM onwards formal programme begins
Registration is mandatory.
- If your registration is already completed, kindly do not register again.
- After registration, the confirmation email will be sent the following week.
- Only 2 guests from a company may register. Each individual must complete their registration separately via the registration link.
- Only guests who have received a registration confirmation will be allowed to attend. No walk-ins will be permitted.
Tentative Agenda
| 14:30 – 14:35 | Welcome & Introduction
Opening and introduction to the conference. |
| 14:35 – 15:00 | Opening Addresses
Welcome remarks by diplomatic representatives from the participating countries. - Germany: Christoph Rendtorff, Deputy Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany
- Austria: Hans-Joerg Hoertnagl, Commercial Counsellor, Head of ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA New Delhi
- Switzerland: Martin Saladin, Assistant State Secretary, State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
- The Netherlands: Nabil Taouati, Consul General, Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Mumbai (official confirmation pending)
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| 15:00 – 15:15 | Chief Guest Address (TBC)
India’s Growth Trajectory and the Role of International Partnerships |
| 15:15 – 16:05 | Panel Discussion
Unlocking India: European Perspectives, Shared Opportunities
A high-level discussion on India as a strategic trade and investment destination, the role of Export Credit Agencies in supporting cross-border business, and opportunities for closer European-Indian cooperation. Moderator: - Aida Welker, Member of the Management Board, KfW IPEX-Bank
Panellists: - Germany | Euler Hermes AG: Edna Schöne, Member of the Board, Euler Hermes AG / CEO ECA
- Austria | Oesterreichische Kontrollbank (OeKB): Markus Hoskovec, Managing Director, Export Guarantees & International Finance
- Switzerland | Swiss Export Risk Insurance SERV: Cristina Schulze-Bergmann, CEO
- The Netherlands | Atradius Dutch State Business: Stephan Naber, Head of SME & Business Development
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| 16:05 – 16:30 | Coffee & Networking Break |
16:30 – 17:30 | ECA Financing in Practice
Parallel sessions featuring ECA financing solutions and practical case studies. Session 1: 16:30- 17:00 Track A: Buyer Credit - Euler Hermes AG, Germany
- Long-term financing solutions for Indian buyers of European goods and services
- Case study and practical transaction insights
| Session 1: 16:30- 17:00 Track B: Supplier Credit: SME Financing for Small Ticket Sizes - Atradius Dutch State Business, The Netherlands
- Financing solutions for SMEs and smaller-ticket transactions
- Case study and practical transaction insights
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Session 2 | 17:00 – 17:30 Track A: Shopping Line - Oesterreichische Kontrollbank (OeKB), Austria
- Flexible financing structures for multiple purchases from European exporters
- Case study and practical transaction insights
| Session 2 | 17:00 – 17:30 Track B: Infrastructure / Project & Green Finance - Swiss Export Risk Insurance SERV, Switzerland
- Infrastructure, project finance and sustainable finance solutions
- Case study and practical transaction insights
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| 17:30 – 18:00 | Interactive Plenary Session
Future Perspectives in Export Credit Finance An interactive discussion bringing together representatives of the participating ECAs to exchange views on emerging trends, evolving customer needs and future opportunities for cooperation in support of international trade and investment. |
| 18:00 – 18:45 | Open Discussion, Deep Dives & Closing remarks
Audience Q&A and exchange with ECA and financing experts. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss specific financing challenges, explore financing structures in greater detail and engage directly with representatives from the participating ECAs. Closing Remarks - Barbara Hayoz, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors, Swiss Export Risk Insurance SERV
- Additional speaker(s): TBC
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| 19:00 onwards | Networking over drinks & dinner
Networking opportunity for participants, speakers, ECA representatives, financial institutions and business leaders. |
| Parallelly 19:00 – 19:45 | Opportunity for B2B Meetings with Participating ECAs
Dedicated one-to-one meetings with representatives from the participating ECAs and financing experts |
India’s strong growth and rising demand for advanced industrial goods are creating major trade and investment opportunities with Europe.
Competitive financing and risk mitigation are key to making them work.
Jointly organised by four European Export Credit Agencies:
- Atradius Dutch State Business, The Netherlands
- Euler Hermes AG, Germany
- Oesterreichische Kontrollbank OeKB, Austria
- Swiss Export Risk Insurance SERV, Switzerland
What you can expect
- High-level perspectives on India-Europe trade and economic cooperation
- Insights into ECA-backed financing instruments and risk mitigation solutions
- Real-world case studies demonstrating ECA financing in practice
- Direct exchange with representatives from European ECAs, banks and industry
- Opportunities to discuss potential projects, financing requirements and future cooperation
The conference will be followed by a networking reception, offering an opportunity to continue the dialogue, establish valuable connections and engage directly with ECA representatives, financing experts and industry peers.
Whether you want to source European technology, explore ECA-backed financing or build new partnerships, we look forward to welcoming you in Mumbai.
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