The World Halal Forum introduces its first regional event in Europe

Following the resolution of the 4th World Halal Forum (WHF), which was held in Kuala Lumpur on 4 and 5 May this year, the first regional World Halal Forum will be held in Europe on the 17 and 18 November 2009. Themed “Halal Potential – A Regional Focus”, this event will be conducted at The Hague, Netherlands in a world class facility: the World Forum Convention Centre.

Being one of the fastest growing industries, the Halal industry has growth rates exceeding traditional industry sectors. At present, supply of Halal products and services are dominated by non-European countries, but huge gaps remain between the existing trade level of Halal products and size of the market potential. Hence, there is a relatively large untapped potential for European countries and companies to be involved in the Halal industry.

In order to facilitate this, WHF Europe aims to deliver a comprehensive understanding on the potential of the global and regional Halal industry, trade and market access as well as major characteristics and issues faced by the industry to the delegates/ participants. It is also a perfect platform to conduct business networking between speakers, panellists and participants of the event to harness trade opportunities in this industry.

From a gathering of high-level participants, industry experts, academicians and scholars, deliberations and resolutions at WHF Europe 2009 will shape the future of the Halal industry. Be the first to understand the challenges and issues of the Halal market and get the leaders’ advantage by participating.

Tentative topics to be deliberated

WHF Europe 2009 is the perfect avenue with expanding opportunities for market leaders, industry experts, academicians, and Islamic scholars to gather and comment on the Global Halal Standard, as well as gain insights on potential implications on Halal integrity, business and trade. Topics to be deliberated on at WHF Europe 2009 are as follows:

·         International Halal accreditation and certification

·         International Halal standards

·         Developing the Halal Industry with Islamic understanding

·         The European Halal market

·         European market access

·         OIC development agenda

·         Halal market and Islamic finance

·         Industry case studies

·         Investment and trade opportunities

·         Halal Industry: Growing importance in today’s economy

·         Halal certification and regulatory issues

·         Food safety and quality aspects of Halal products

·         Potential of the Halal market and industry issues

·         Growth of Halal products in the retail market

·         Halal ingredients market in the Europe

·         Halal pharmaceuticals: Emerging sector

·         Halal logistics: Importance of port-to-port protocol in the trading of Halal products

·         Traceability as the main element in the Halal industry

·         Animal supply chain management

·         Benefits of having a reliable Halal certification

·         Changing consumer preference and awareness level: Impact on the foodservice industry

If you are in the Halal industry, you cannot afford to miss being in The Hague on 17 to 18 November 2009. We look forward to welcoming you to what is shaping up to be an exceptional event.

Be in the know. Be at the World Halal Forum Europe 2009.

A World Class Event at a World Class Venue

The upcoming World Halal Forum Europe 2009 in November is actually a sound investment, considering the priceless future returns to your organisation by being a part of a pioneer group that charts the course of the global Halal industry over the next decade.

For starters, delegates will gain first hand information and knowledge on how to develop organisations within this highly lucrative industry, enabling companies to identify the areas of opportunity and prospects. Delegates are expected to have invaluable networking opportunities within the circle that matters; since it will be attended by all captains of the Halal industry.

To be staged at the magnificent World Forum Convention centre at the picturesque city of The Hague as a backdrop.

An early bird rate of Euro 600 is available for delegates until 1 September 2009. The offer also extends to repeat delegates from the WHF 2009 in Kuala Lumpur. Normal price is Euro 750 per person; and a group rate for more than 10 delegates by request.

Download the registration form now at: www.worldhalalforum.org/whfeurope

For more information on attending the World Halal Forum Europe, log on to www.worldhalalforum.org, email to info@worldhalalforum.org, or call the WHF Secretariat at +603 6203 1025. Book your seat now!