On 30 April 2024, ICTA organized a workshop on Improving Safety and Sustainability in the International Chemical Supply Chain in Mumbai. The workshop was organised together with the Indian Chemical Council (ICC). The event featured keynote speakers from leading industry players like Brenntag and Azelis and attracted over 85 participants. 

It was an incredible platform to explain the Global RD program, highlighting its benefits and the anticipated impact on EU legislation. The participation was diverse, ranging from LSPs, distributors, to value chain service providers, including cleaning services.

Over two rigorous audit days on 29-30 November 2023, conducted by LRQA, we witnessed excellent performance at both Rhenus (TPW) and Food Blending (Brenntag) facilities in Bhiwandi, Mumbai. The cost-effective approach, was well worth the investment, considering the invaluable feedback received from Brenntag and LRQA.

The GRD program and assessment checklist have been meticulously updated and improved, reflecting our commitment to continuous improvement. This event was more than just a conference; it was a melting pot of ideas and collaboration that further strengthened the relationship between ICTA, ICC, and the Indian chemical industry. The interest in the Global RD program was palpable, with multiple stakeholders keen on embracing this initiative.

Free Trade is increasingly under pressure. In this positon paper ICTA expresses its support for international free trade. It argues that what we need in an increasingly volatile and ambigious world, is more trade, not less. Governments across the world should work toward free, fair and sustainable trade underpinnend by a global rules-based trading system.

We kindly invite you to the one-day workshop on 'Improving Safety and Sustainability in the International Chemical Supply Chain' on Tuesday 30 April 2024 from 9:30 to 5 pm. We will meet in Hotel Taj Santacruz, Mumbai, India.

Our agenda includes a presentation by Mr. Rajen Mariwala in his role as President of ICC. Mr Mariwala is also Managing Director of Eternis Fine Chemicals. He will share his views on safe chemical management in the chemical value chain. Furthermore, Miss Aparna Khurana will be a keynote speaker. She is Managing Director of Azelis India and will give a workshop on working with reliable supply chain partners in India and beyond. In addition, many experts from the chemical field will update you on the latest trends and the newest Indian and international legislation relevant to the global chemical industry. 

This workshop is relevant to you if you work for a chemical manufacturer, distributor, trader, warehouse company or transporter. It is jointly organized by the Indian Chemical Association (ICC) and the International Chemical Trade Association (ICTA).
 
Details

• Date and time: Tuesday April 30th from 10.00 am until 5.00 pm
• Location: Hotel Taj Santacruz, Mumbai
• Address: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, T1, Off, Western Express Hwy, Navpada, Vile Parle East, Santacruz East
• Costs: INR 5000, including lunch, excluding tax.

Please let us know whether you will attend the meeting and whether you will bring any colleagues or invitees active in the chemical distribution industry. You can register by sending a simple email to info@icta-chem.org with your name and company name.
              
We look forward to seeing you in Mumbai!