Supply Chain Academy

• Dates & topics:
  • Thursday, 19 March 2026| 9.30 – 14.00
    • Export Controls & Sanctions
  • Thursday, 23 April 2026| 9.30 – 14.00
    • Sustainable Supply Chain
• Location: KPMG Zaventem, Luchthaven Brussel Nationaal 1K, 1930 Zaventem
• Language: English
• Participation: Free of charge

The Academy will feature four free of charge sessions designed to address the growing complexity of managing modern supply chains. Topics will include customs duties, VAT, valuation, transfer pricing, export controls, sanctions, and sustainable supply chain practices.

The courses are tailored for a broad audience — from professionals with little to no experience in customs to those with an entry-level understanding who wish to expand their knowledge, as well as seasoned experts looking to deepen their proficiency.

Our sessions are in-person at the KPMG offices in Zaventem.

• 09:30 – 10:00 | Welcome & registration
• 10:00 – 11:00 | Presentation
• 11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee break
• 11:30 – 12:30 | Presentation
• 12:30 – 14:00 | Networking lunch

This session provides an overview of the regulatory environment surrounding export controls and sanctions, with a focus on EU rules, EU member state rules, and their global implications.Participants will gain insight into the classification of goods, licensing requirements, and the due diligence necessary to avoid violations.

The module will address recent developments in sanctions regimes and the increasing importance of compliance in an unpredictable geopolitical landscape. Case studies, such as the Russia-Ukraine war, will illustrate the volatility of sanctions imposition, best practices for risk management, and the potential consequences of non-compliance.

This session explores the growing importance of sustainability in supply chain management, particularly within the EU’s evolving regulatory framework. Attendees will learn about key initiatives such as the EU Green Deal, carbon border adjustment mechanisms, and due diligence requirements for environmental and social governance.

The session will highlight how sustainability considerations are reshaping sourcing, logistics, and customs processes. Practical strategies will be discussed to help businesses future-proof their supply chains and meet rising stakeholder expectations.

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