The UK’s commitment to reaching Net-Zero by 2050 is expected to reshape export operations, creating both opportunities and challenges for businesses. Curious to know more about the Net Zero movement and how it can lead to helping you expand your business overseas?

What you’ll learn

• gain insights from the Allianz Trade Global Trade Survey on how UK companies are aligning their Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments
• identify the key regulatory challenges and opportunities related to ESG decision-making for UK businesses
• learn practical steps for starting or enhancing ESG practices in export operations

Description

Want to know more about the Net Zero movement and its impact on the future of opportunities within international trade? Join us for this session in collaboration with Allianz Trade to hear why sustainability is important in the future of global trade.

We'll be joined by Piril Kadibesegil, Global Head of Sustainability Office at Allianz Trade, who will provide insights on the links between sustainability and global trade. Piril will cover how we are shifting toward a Net Zero world and its implications for how UK businesses can expand their operations overseas.

Piril will talk about the current challenges that other UK companies are facing in meeting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments, along with commentary on the wider regulatory landscape. Data shows that companies that embrace ESG frameworks have been shown to have better long-term financial performance, according to multiple industry reports. Insights from the Allianz Trade Global Trade Survey will also shed light on how other domestic businesses are adapting their ESG strategies within their supply chains.

Speakers

Piril Kadibesegil Yasar

Global Head of Sustainability Office, Allianz Trade

Piril has over 15 years of experience in driving sustainability initiatives across national and international markets. She joined Allianz in 2014, initially leading sustainability for Allianz Turkey, and later moved to Allianz's global sustainability team in Munich in 2017.

Throughout her career, Piril has focused on integration of sustainability in organizations, fostering global collaborations and developing upskilling programs. Since her appointment in September 2023 at Allianz Trade, she has initiated several key projects, including "sustainable solutions" and pilots in factoring ESG in credit intelligence.