Maritime borders present some of the most difficult and challenging environments facing agencies at the border worldwide. Archipelago nations like Indonesia and the Philippines have vast maritime territories with thousands of islands to surveil and patrol with limited resources and changing weather conditions. And maritime borders don’t stop at the coast. Multi-national river systems like […]

Maritime Security and AI Integration: Enhancing Border Protection in the Arabian Gulf Hasan Al-Sulaiti Director of Operations
General Directorate of Coasts and Borders Security, Ministry of Interior, Qatar

Overview of the latest technologies and solutions for border management, security and protection

Countering border threats, new technical synergy Dmitrii Egorov Business Development Director
Sens-Őr Solutions Kft, Hungary

Austria's journey to EES: Deploying a large scale border control project – lessons learned and future developments Johanna Sperling Consultant for biometrics systems and applications
secunet Security Networks AG, Division Homeland Security

Strengthening the Eastern Shield: Baltic Drone Wall against hostile drones Martin Lints Lead Scientist
Defsecintel Solutions, Estonia

From Where’s Waldo to Who’s Waldo: Completing the Identity Picture with Biographic Intelligence Mohamad El-Hamalawy Senior Vice President and General Manager of Global Identity, Risk, and Border Programs
Babel Street, USA

Networking Coffee Break

AI is increasingly playing a pivotal role in enhancing border security systems, utilizing advanced technologies to improve surveillance, threat detection, and data analysis. Currently, AI-driven solutions such as facial recognition, predictive analytics, and autonomous drones are employed to monitor borders efficiently and accurately. These systems can analyse vast amounts of data in real-time, enabling authorities […]

It is widely acknowledged that interagency cooperation is the key to the effective border management, facilitating the movement of goods and people whilst simultaneously preventing bad actors from travelling and interdicting the movement of illicit goods. But what can be in practical terms on the ground to increase communication, share actionable intelligence and best practise.

Enhancing information-sharing mechanisms to secure borders, counter terrorism and prevent crime through the application of privacy and data protection safeguards following a rule-of-law based approach Suzanne Vatov Programme Officer
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)

Delegate Lunch and Networking Break

Developing cooperation and understanding between customs officers and border agencies is vital for effective border management and security. Agencies need to exchange intelligence regarding potential threats, smuggling activities, and other suspicious behaviours. This includes sharing data on cargo, travellers, and vehicles. Joint training, operations and inspections will improve effectiveness and working together on risk assessments, […]

Efficient and Effective way to fight against Counterfeit and Piracy at Borders Dr. Ashraf Samsudeen Senior Deputy Director of Customs
Sri Lanka Customs

Closing the Gaps: Enhancing Strategic Awareness and Managing Blind Spots in Customs Operations and Border Security Tasiu Sanusi Saulawa Deputy Comptroller of Customs
Nigeria Customs Service

Networking Coffee Break

Any organisation, whatever is field of operation, is only as good as its staff. And investment in that human capital is one of the most valuable activities that any organisation can participate in. Training promotes the ethics and ideals of the organisation as well as well as improving the skills and knowledge to develop sound […]

Dynamic, interoperable borders – the need for more flexible borders to respond to evolving and dynamic threats Andy Smith Director, Industry & Innovation
SITA, UK

EU initiatives on countering potential threats posed by drones Bartel Meersman Head of the Unit Transport & Border Security
European Commission - Joint Research Centre

From Fortresses to Gateways: A New Border Paradigm Col (Ret.) Adnane Kaab Senior Consultant
STRATEGUS NK, Morocco

Development of Frontex own Canine Capability Katalin Mausolf Pokornyi Senior Capability Officer
Frontex – European Border and Coast Guard Agency

In the spirit of interagency cooperation this workshop will facilitate the sharing of on the ground experience, real life case studies and share actionable intelligence on the movement of drugs, illicit goods, illegal waste, heritage goods, wildlife trafficking and modus operandi used to enable these trades.

Cyril Gout Executive Director Police Services pro tempore
INTERPOL, France

Willem Mudde Vice President - Aviation
European Association of Airport and Seaport Police (EAASP)

Networking Reception sponsored by SITA

Addressing cross-border terrorism and the dangers posed by foreign terrorist fighters necessitates a comprehensive strategy that prioritizes international collaboration, intelligence sharing, and robust policy frameworks. Countries must join together to improve border security, fortify legal measures, and disrupt funding channels for terrorism. Through the exchange of intelligence and resources, nations can more effectively identify and […]

Cyril Gout Executive Director Police Services pro tempore
INTERPOL, France

Sarah Prew Senior Aviation Security Consultant
Arup UK

Terrorism in the Sahel and the Risk of Spill over Superintendent Ibrahim Imam Haafiz National Imam/ Dept Head Religious Affairs Unit
Ghana Immigration Service

Workshop hosted by the UNODC

Networking Coffee Break

Digital travel and the implementation of digital borders are revolutionizing the travel experience by streamlining processes and enhancing security for both travellers and border agencies. Initiatives such as trusted traveller programs allow pre-approved individuals to pass through border controls with minimal delays, thereby improving efficiency and convenience. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) is […]

In-vehicle, automated border control for land and sea Nicolas Phan Marketing Director – Travel & Transport
IDEMIA Public Security, France

Paul Igbinere Executive Director
African Young People Support Centre

In the spirit of interagency cooperation this workshop will facilitate the sharing of on the ground experience, real life case studies and share actionable intelligence on the movement of trafficked human beings via planes , boats and vehicles and the various methods by which the traffickers enable this movement.

Delegate Lunch and Networking Break

Overview of the latest technologies and solutions for border management, security and protection

Threats from the third demension Christoph Suess Sales & Partner Manager Special Security Solutions
Securiton Germany

Land, Waterway and Coastal Border Surveillance Using Fiber-Optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) David Hill Chief Technology Officer
Sintela, UK

Integrated Solutions for Mobile Surveillance, Unmanned Aerial Systems and Counter-UAS Dr. David Simpson Senior Director for International Business Development
Teledyne Flir Defense, USA

Trends in irregular and mass migration are shaped by factors such as economic instability, armed conflict, environmental changes, and social unrest. Particularly, conflicts in regions such as the Middle East, Africa, and parts of Central America have resulted in ongoing refugee crises, with many people seeking asylum in neighbouring countries or more distant nations. Additionally, […]

Migration Flows Across Central America - Threats and Challenges Alejandro Solano Ortiz Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs
Government of Costa Rica

Cyber-Enabled Irregular Migration and Human Trafficking in the CARICOM Region Ariel De Freitas Statistical Analyst
CARICOM IMPACS, Trinidad & Tobago

Col. Khulan Gerelt Border Protection Service of Mongolia
Institute for Border Studies, Mongolia

Balancing Border Security and Protection: A Route-Based Approach to Mixed Movements Valerie Svobodova Chief of Asylum and Migration Section, Division of International Protection and Solutions
UNHCR