As we have reached maximum capacity, it is no longer possible to register for the European Cocoa Forum 2025.
From 16th to 18th of September 2025, we will gather at the Radisson Blu Golden Sands in Malta to share perspectives on the future of the cocoa sector. As in previous years, there will be business sessions and networking activities that will allow you to connect with senior business leaders, key stakeholders and experts in a relaxed atmosphere
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Collaboration with Cocoa Industry Leaders: make connections and share ideas with key players shaping the future of cocoa
- Thought-Provoking Discussions: dive into captivating debates on current priorities for the cocoa sector
- Strategic Insights: explore cutting-edge strategies and uncover the latest developments driving the industry forward
- Dialogue with Policymakers on Challenges and Opportunities: join impactful debates on how to enhance supply chain sustainability
“ICE is pleased to sponsor the 2025 European Cocoa Forum in Malta. The ICE Commodity Traceability service has been created and designed to support European Cocoa Forum members in reducing trade barriers and meeting the EUDR compliance requirements. The 2025 European Cocoa Forum offers delegates an important opportunity to discuss those challenges and create the necessary solutions to ensure the continued trade of cocoa into the European market.”
– Anthony Mangnall, ICE Benchmark Administration
To learn more about ICE CoT click here
Please note that rooms in Radisson Blu, Golden Sands are completely booked.
| The conference sessions will cover topical issues for the cocoa sector in 2025: State of trade in 2025 Price evolution | Market dynamics | Outlook beyond 2025 Transforming cocoa production Climate change adaptation | CSSV | Enabling environment | Farming models Addressing demand shifts Inflationary pressure | Changing consumer behaviour | Future demand for chocolate confectionery Power of data Supply chain data availability |Business value of traceability| Cross-sector collaboration EUDR preparedness Ensuring supply chain integrity | Uniform compliance tools | National traceability systems | Pragmatic solutions Food safety Upcoming EU legislation | Supply chain cooperation | Compliance support tools And the 3-day discussions will shape our vision for a thriving cocoa sector |
Speakers
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Renske Aarnoudse – IDH
IDH
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Michel Arrion – Executive Director
ICCO
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Alex Assanvo – Executive Secretary
Cote d'Ivoire-Ghana Cocoa Initiative
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Lawrence Attipoe – Regional Programme Coordinator
International Trade Centre
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Régis Babin – Cocoa and coffee entomologist
CIRAD
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Marie Baranger – Co-founder
RISOME
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Chris Beetge – Regional Head Europe and Global Head Cocoa Operations
ofi
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Klaus Berend – Director Food Safety, Sustainability & Innovation
DG SANTE
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Tricia Brannigan -Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer
The Hershey Company
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Julia Buech – Senior consumer food specialist
Rabobank
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Rémi d’Annunzio – Forestry Officer – Forest Data Partnership Science and Data Lead
FAO
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Guus de Gruiter – Co-CEO
ECOM Cocoa
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Clive de Ruig – President
ICE Benchmark Administration
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Ismail El Khalil – President-Director General
ICP
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Catherine Entzminger – Director General
European Cocoa Association
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Peter Feld – CEO
Barry Callebaut
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Alain Freymond – President Global Cocoa
Barry Callebaut
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Antoine Haouchine – International Relations Officer
Planetary Common Goods, Universal Values & Environmental Security, European Commission, DG ENV
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Florian Klaus – Director BrandPsychology
K&A BrandResearch AG
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Michiel Kokken – Global Head of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs Cocoa, Head of Regulatory EMENA
ofi
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Michiel Kuit – Co-owner and Senior Consultant
AgriLogic
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Jorge Marún – General Manager
Hacienda San Jose, Pongarbel
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Leonard Mizzi – Head of Unit
Sustainable Agri-Food systems and Fisheries, European Commission, DG INTPA
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Iván Ontaneda – President
ANECACAO
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Harold Poelma – Former CEO
Cargill Cocoa and Chocolate
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David Rose – Master of Ceremony
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Dr. Andreas Schäfer – Head of Department
German Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE)
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Silvio Schembri – Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects
Government of Malta
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Thomas Vassen – CEO
Meridia
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Emiel van Dijk – Managing Director Cocoa & Chocolate Europe and West Africa
Cargill Cocoa and Chocolate
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Christian Vollers – Group Director
Vollers Group
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Rachel Vujovic – Global Sustainability Director,
Aldi South Group
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Morag Webb – Head of Science and Policy
COLEAD
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Dieter Weisskopf – Board Vice-Chair
Lindt & Sprungli
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