Program

Preliminary Program – Nordic UN Procurement Seminar 2025

10–11 June 2025 | UN City, Copenhagen

The program below is tentative and subject to change as we finalize speakers and sessions. Updates will be provided as we approach the event date. The latest version of the program will be continuously updated on Nordic UN Procurement.

Day 1 – Tuesday, 10 June

Focus: Introduction, Market Insights & Networking

• 09:30–10:00 | Arrival
• 10:00–11:00 | Welcome & Opening Remarks
  Introduction by the moderator, with potential participation from Nordic Ministers.
• 11:00–11:30 | Introduction to UNGM & UN Procurement
  Overview of UN procurement processes and the UN Global Marketplace (UNGM).
• 11:45–13:00 | Introduction to UN Agencies
  Short presentations from UN agencies, highlighting procurement needs.
• 13:00–14:00 | Lunch
• 14:00–15:00 | Booth Displays & Networking
  Companies showcase their solutions and engage directly with UN representatives.
• 15:00–15:45 | Panel: Navigating Global Uncertainty – UN Procurement in 2025
  Discussion on geopolitical shifts, funding challenges, and their impact on UN procurement.
• 15:45–16:00 | Coffee Break
• 16:00–16:45 | Panel: Best Practices for Nordic Vendors in UN Procurement
  Insights from experienced UN suppliers on how to successfully navigate procurement.
• 16:45–17:00 | Closing of the Day
• 17:00–19:00 | Reception & Networking

Day 2 – Wednesday, 11 June

Focus: Thematic Workshops & Practical Insights

• 08:30–09:00 | Arrival
• 09:00–09:10 | Welcome
• 09:10–09:30 | Introduction to Workshops
• 09:30–09:45 | Short Break
• 09:45–11:15 | Workshops (Session 1)
• 11:15–12:15 | Lunch
• 12:15–13:45 | Workshops (Session 2)
• 13:45–14:00 | Coffee Break
• 14:15–15:45 | Workshops (Session 3)
• 15:45–16:00 | Short Break
• 16:00–16:30 | Rounding Off the Day

Workshops (Subject to Final Allocation)

1. Pharmaceuticals & Medical Supplies
   Global supply chain resilience and UN supplier requirements.
2. Health Services & Consulting
   Strengthening healthcare systems through UN collaborations.
3. Supplying Energy Solutions to the UN
   Addressing SDG7 challenges, procurement strategies, and financing models.
4. Implementing Energy Efficiency
   Policies, technologies, and investments for energy-efficient solutions.
5. Sustainable Infrastructure & Engineering
   Integrating green energy into infrastructure projects.
6. IT & Communications
   Digital solutions for UN operations and bridging digital divides.
7. Management, Consultancy & Training
   Providing strategic expertise to UN agencies.
8. Supply Chain, Transport & Logistics
   Solutions for overcoming logistics challenges in UN operations.
9. Rebuilding Ukraine
   UN procurement needs and opportunities in post-war reconstruction.
10. Doing Business with the UN
    Practical guidance for first-time suppliers.

Workshops will be assigned based on demand and interest.