WCO Technology Conference & Exhibition

We are pleased to announce our participation in the 2026 World Customs Organization (WCO) Technology Conference & Exhibition, taking place January 28–30, 2026, at the ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi. As a Gold Sponsor, we look forward to contributing to the global dialogue on how technology is transforming trade facilitation and ensuring secure, efficient border operations.

The WCO Technology Conference brings together customs administrations, border agencies, technology providers and international partners to explore the future of global trade. This year’s discussions will focus on the digital capabilities and trusted intelligence needed to manage growing complexity and evolving compliance demands.

Discover the SGS Trade Integrity Program

Our trade facilitation team will be present throughout the event, contributing to plenary sessions and showcasing our integrated digital solutions that help customs and border control authorities build smarter, more connected and transparent border ecosystems.

Leveraging our decades of global experience and proven collaborations with governments worldwide, we empower partners with solutions such as:

• Valuation services (SGS e-Valuator®) – access the most accurate price database and automated valuation assessments via a secure CMS interface
• SGS Cross-Border e-Invoicing (CBeI) – submit validated electronic invoices for customs, tax and foreign exchange purposes
• Single Window – simplify trade documentation with one digital entry point for all import, export and transit information
• Product conformity assessment (PCA) – ensure products meet regulatory requirements and technical standards in importing countries
• Non-intrusive inspection (SGS D-TECT®) – centralize cargo scanning operations with AI-enabled automatic compliance assessment
• SGS e-Customs – empower businesses to move goods across borders with fast, digital, fully compliant customs solutions and consultancy services

These solutions form part of our broader SGS Trade Integrity Program, which combines advanced digital platforms, real-time risk insights and international standards-compliant services to simplify trade processes, reduce illicit trade and support revenue mobilization. With capacity building, change management and operational support built in, our solutions enable a smooth transition to modern, efficient and secure trade ecosystems.

Visit booth G3 or book an appointment in advance with one of our experts.

Plenary session presentation

Ciro Cardoso, Service Development Manager for Valuation Services, will share in-depth insights during the plenary session ‘Facilitation at Border: Digital Solutions for Seamless Trade’ (Session 5) on January 29, 2026, from 09:10 to 10:05.

For further information, please contact:

SGS Trade Facilitation Team
t: +971 4 883 2222