PARTNER ORGANISATIONS
Explore BU partner organisations and initiatives
The Berne Union works closely with organisations active in the sphere of international trade - working to share knowledge and expertise and to promote best practice across the industry. Some of the organisations we have active outreach links with are listed below.
Organisations interested in working together with the Berne Union, or wishing to learn more about export credit and investment insurance, please contact us.
Network explorer
Explore the network of Berne Union partners based on common activities. More information about individual members you will find looking into member profile pages.
Access to individual pages is only for representatives from the Berne Union members.
Partners
Industry Partners
AIF
The Africa Investment Forum (AIF) is an investment platform aimed at facilitating global investment into Africa by convening project sponsors, financiers, governments and other key stakeholders with the objective to close deals. AIF operates as a multi-stakeholder, multi-disciplinary platform that streamlines the process of financing transformative projects across the continent.
Aman Union
Aman Union is a professional forum bringing together commercial and non-commercial risk insurers and reinsurers from OIC member states and the Arab Investment & Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (Dhaman). It works to strengthen technical capacity and elevate insurance practices to support economic development in member countries.
8111 King Khalid St., AI Nuzlah AI Yamania Dist., Saudi Arabia
ICIEC-Communication@isdb.org
BAFT
BAFT is the leading international association for transaction banking. It connects financial institutions, service providers and regulators to advance sound practices, shape policy, provide training and foster collaboration across the global transaction banking ecosystem.
FCI
FCI serves as the worldwide representative organisation for the factoring and receivables finance industry. Open to all providers and service partners, FCI promotes best practices, supports industry development and facilitates cross-border cooperation in domestic and international trade finance.
Keizersgracht 559, 1017 DR Amsterdam, The Netherlands
fci@fci.nl
FiCS
Finance in Common is the global network of Public Development Banks (PDBs). It works to align financial flows with the 2030 Agenda and the Paris Agreement, strengthen partnerships among PDBs, promote shared standards and support the transition of development finance toward sustainability.
GCBC
Launched at COP28, GCBC strengthens cooperation among providers, users and funders of sustainable finance capacity-building. It aims to improve access, availability and effectiveness of technical assistance for financial institutions and professionals in emerging markets and developing economies.
GNEXID
G-NEXID is a Geneva-based association of public development banks that fosters trade and investment across the Global South. Its work centres on networking, sharing best practices, capacity building, joint research and advocacy to strengthen cooperation among member institutions.
ICC
ICC works to make global business accessible and beneficial for all by promoting open and sustainable international trade and investment. Through its global advocacy, standard-setting work, dispute resolution services and practical tools, ICC supports a more inclusive and resilient global economy.
ICISA
ICISA unites leading global providers of trade credit insurance and surety bonds. The association promotes collaboration and knowledge exchange among its members while representing the industry’s interests before international governmental, regulatory and supervisory bodies.
IEA
The International Energy Agency (IEA) leads global dialogue on energy, offering authoritative data, analysis and policy guidance. It supports countries in ensuring secure, affordable and sustainable energy systems through an all-fuels, all-technologies approach.
ITFA
ITFA is the global association for institutions involved in trade, forfaiting, supply chain finance and receivables financing. It advocates for member interests, supports market development and promotes best practices in the origination and distribution of trade-related risk and assets.
Lill Institute
The Lill Institute is an independent, non-profit research organisation advancing leadership in public policy, public administration and public finance. Supported by governments, public agencies, multilaterals and philanthropies, it develops forward-looking solutions to complex geopolitical and economic challenges.
LMA
The LMA is the authoritative body for the loan market in EMEA, dedicated to improving liquidity, efficiency, transparency and sustainability. Through its working groups and committees, it advances member interests across documentation, market standards, operations, sustainability, education and regulatory advocacy.
NZECA / UNEPFI
The UN-convened NZECA brings together export credit agencies committed to helping achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Members and affiliates collaborate on decarbonising trade, supporting a just transition and accelerating climate action through shared expertise and peer learning.
International Environment House, 11-15 Chemin des Anémones, CH-1219 Châtelaine, Geneva, Switzerland
info@unepfi.org
OECD
The OECD serves as the main forum for negotiating and overseeing international rules on officially supported export credits. These disciplines create a level playing field through agreed financial terms and good governance standards.
2, rue André Pascal, 75016 Paris, France
xcred.secretariat@oecd.org
SME Finance Forum
The SME Finance Forum is a global network of over 200 members and affiliates working across more than 190 countries. Its community includes financial institutions, fintechs, development banks, guarantee schemes, microfinance institutions and policy groups dedicated to expanding SME access to finance.
2121 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20433 USA
smefinanceforum@ifc.org
STF
The Sustainable Trade Forum provides a coordinated advisory platform connecting industry associations, regulatory and voluntary frameworks, international organisations and the financial sector. Its goal is to develop universally recognised standards for sustainability measurement in trade and supply chain finance.
TF COP
TF COP is an industry-driven platform addressing barriers to inclusive global trade, especially the SME financing gap. Aligned with the efforts of development banks, it aims to bring these institutions into core solution-building processes to support more equitable access to trade finance.
The Montreal Group
The Montreal Group is a global association of public banks focused on supporting micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). It promotes collaboration, mutual learning and the exchange of expertise to help members develop innovative and sustainable solutions for MSME challenges.
5 Pl. Ville-Marie, Montréal, QC H3B 2G2, Canada
secretariat@themontrealgroup.org
UNCTAD
UNCTAD, a permanent UN body, supports developing countries in integrating into the global economy more fairly and effectively. It helps countries leverage trade, investment and technology for development while mitigating challenges associated with deeper economic integration.
UNDP
UNDP works in 170 countries to reduce poverty, inequality and exclusion. It supports national governments in building policies, institutions and partnerships that advance the Sustainable Development Goals, with a focus on six core areas: poverty, governance, resilience, environment, energy and gender equality.
WTO
The WTO is the sole global body governing international trade rules. Through its agreements and dispute-resolution mechanisms, it ensures that trade flows smoothly, predictably and freely among its member nations.
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Media Partners
GTR
Global Trade Review (GTR) is a world-class independent publishing and events company, offering a one-stop shop of news, events and services for companies and individuals involved in global trade.
TFG
Trade Finance Global (TFG) is a leading fintech and independent media, research and education platform in trade, treasury and payments. Reaching 160,000 monthly readers, TFG provides insight, analysis and multimedia content across transaction banking. Its data-driven origination platform connects companies with trade and receivables finance solutions from more than 300 financial institutions.
14-15 Hatton Garden,
Third Floor, County House, London, EC1N 8AT, United Kingdom
trade.team@tradefinanceglobal.com
TTP
Trade Treasury Payments (TTP) is the independent media and intelligence platform for global liquidity and risk management, trusted by banks, multilaterals and policymakers worldwide. Reaching 57,000+ monthly readers in 46 countries, TTP delivers impartial insight supported by an independent editorial board and a global advisory panel.
34-35 Clarges St, London W1J 7EJ, United Kingdom
info@tradetreasurypayments.com
TXF
TXF is a global market-intelligence and networking platform for the trade, export, commodity and project finance community. Established in 2013 as a flagship brand of the Exile Group, TXF provides financial institutions, corporates and law firms with specialised news, data, research and sector-leading events.
32-34 Ponton Road, London, United Kingdom
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