Operational & Commercial Aspects of Palm Oil Trade
Monday, 18 July & Tuesday, 19 July 2022
Le Méridien Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
(formerly known as New World Hotel)
About the Course
This two-day PORAM course, organised in collaboration with Bursa Malaysia Derivatives, aims to provide participants with an overview of the various operational and commercial aspects of palm oil trade including PORAM contracts, quality standards and shipping issues related to the palm oil industry as well as basic knowledge on how to trade palm oil futures in Bursa Malaysia.
This course will give an opportunity for the speakers to share their knowledge and experience with the participants. This course will also be an avenue for the participants to network with the speakers and other members of the industry.
Who Should Attend
This course is specially designed for all levels of management including those in supervisory capacity and particularly junior personnel new to the industry. It is also catered for senior personnel who wish to refresh their skill and knowledge.
About the Speakers
Distinguished speakers who are prominent in their fields have been invited to speak based on their experience and expertise.
Course Fee
Fee includes meals, refreshments, lecture notes and other course materials, if any.
Payment is required with registration to guarantee your seat. No refund will be entertained although participants can be substituted at any time.
PORAM Members: RM1500 / USD400 per person
Non-Members: RM1800 / USD500 per person
To register, click here or scan the QR code
Registration closes on 11 July 2022.
Certificate of Attendance
The attendance register will be displayed at the registration table. All participants are requested to sign this on each day of the course. The Certificate of Attendance will be awarded upon full attendance.
Course Programme
| DAY ONE | MONDAY, 18 JULY 2022 |
| 0830: | Registration |
| 0900: | Welcoming Remarks by PORAM Chairman |
| SESSION I | PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE |
| 0915: | Characteristics & Specifications of Palm Oil Products By Dr. Muhammad Mohan, Oasis Revenue S/B |
| 1005: | Palm Oil Quality Standards for Trading By Dr. Doreen Lee, Sime Darby Oils S/B |
| 1055: | Morning Refreshments & Networking |
| SESSION II | CONTRACTS & DOCUMENTATION |
| 1115: | Salient Features of PORAM Contracts By Mr. Sandeep Singh, Global Farm Trade S/B |
| 1205: | Export Documentation, Credit Facilities & Letters of Credit By Mr. Mahendran |
| 1255: | Lunch |
| SESSION III | OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS |
| 1400: | The Shipping of Palm Oil – Chartering Vessels & Documentations By En. Amirul Fazli Ibrahim, RG Chartering Sdn. Bhd. |
| 1450: | The Shipping of Palm Oil – Quality Inspections and Surveying By Mr. Ambrose Lee Heun Lin, ITS Testing Services (M) Sdn. Bhd. |
| 1600: | Afternoon Refreshment & Networking |
| 1620: | Marine Cargo Insurance – Risk Management & Handling Claims By Mr. Clive Navin Selvapandian, Messrs Christopher & Lee Ong |
| 1710: | Regulations Related to Transportation of Palm Oil Products By Cdr Ang Chin Hup (R), Senior Researcher, MIMA |
| 1800: | End of Day 1 |
| DAY TWO | TUESDAY, 19 JULY 2022 |
| SESSION IV | TRADE DISPUTES & SOLVING MECHANISM |
| 0900: | Trade Disputes Solving Mechanism By Ms. Chu, Messrs Azman Davidson & Co. |
| 0950: | Common Disputes in the Sales & Carriage of Palm Oil Trades – How to Avoid Them? By Mr. P. R. Thakore, Iffco (SEA) S/B |
| 1040: | Morning Refreshments & Networking |
| SESSION V | PRICE DISCOVERY & RISK MITIGATION |
| 1100: | Managing Palm Oil Price Risks & Discovery By Mr. Ryan Long, Bursa Malaysia Derivatives |
| 1150: | Understanding the Palm Oil Market Trends By Dr. Sathia Varqa, Palm Oil Analytics |
| 1240: | Lunch |
| 1400: | Technical Analysis & Price Outlook By Mr. Vincent Chin – RHB Futures |
| 1450: | Trading BMD Palm Oil Options By Ms Issabelle Soon – UOB Kay Hian |
| 1540: | Wrap-Up (Feedback/Evaluation) |
| 1600: | Program ends |
Accommodation
Accommodation is not provided. However, arrangements for accommodation at the Le Méridien Hotel can be made directly to the hotel at +603 7682 0000 or through the website https://newworldhotels.com
Please note that New World Hotel, Petaling Jaya will be known as Le Meridien Hotel Petaling Jaya from July 2022 onwards.
*The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the venue, date, and speakers, including the cancellation of the course if warranted by circumstances beyond its control.
