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Financing the Future: From Defence to Critical Raw Materials
When: September 9, 2026
Location: Split, Croatia
People: Geoffrey Wynne

Geoffrey Wynne participated in a panel discussion at ITFA's 52nd Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference alongside Ailsa McNeil, Director at Texel, and Hernan Mayol, Board Member and Representative of ITFA Americas and Chair of ITFA’s Latin America Regional Committee (LARC). The session, titled “Financing the future: From defence to critical raw materials,” was moderated by Clarissa Dann, Editorial Director at Deutsche Bank AG. 

The session explored how trade and structured finance are being applied to emerging sectors, from defence and digital infrastructure to energy transition and critical raw materials. The panel shared practical insights on where commercial opportunities align with policy priorities, the challenges of financing new industries and how ITFA members can play a leading role in driving innovation and growth. 

Sullivan was pleased to sponsor this year’s 2026 ITFA Emerging Leader Award.