Denis Bandura
Managing Director BBC Chartering UAE
Denis Bandura currently holds the position of Managing Director for BBC Chartering based in Dubai, UAE. Denis began his career in Shipbroking for many different companies before joining BBC Chartering in 1999, based in Leer, Germany. In 2003, Denis came to the Middle East as part of BBC’s efforts to build up new infrastructure in project cargo and has been based in the Middle East ever since.
2026 Event Agenda Sessions
Geopolitics in Motion: Security Risks and Contingency Planning
From Red Sea attacks and Iran-Israel tensions to piracy and sanctions, geopolitical instability is forcing operators to reroute vessels, rewrite contracts, and rethink risk. This session dives into the operational impact of today’s hot spots, exploring force majeure, contingency planning, and real-world strategies to keep project cargo moving when trade lanes are no longer predictable.
Wednesday 04 February 11:30 - 12:15 Main Stage
Supply Chain Disruption
From Red Sea attacks and Iran-Israel tensions to piracy and sanctions, geopolitical instability is forcing operators to reroute vessels, rewrite contracts, and rethink risk. This session dives into the operational impact of today’s hot spots, exploring force majeure, contingency planning, and real-world strategies to keep project cargo moving when trade lanes are no longer predictable.
Main Stage Asia/Dubai2025 Event Agenda Sessions
Overcoming Enforced Chaos with Risk Mitigation and Supply Chain Resilience
Geopolitical pressures and supply chain disruption are global issues, but the impact is perhaps felt most deeply in the Middle East. The reality of ‘enforced chaos’ requires companies to implement flexible and robust workarounds to accommodate the complex needs of breakbulk cargo. Speakers will consider how insurance and customs can support the industry with projects that cannot afford a delay and will ask how the industry can innovate to reduce impact.
Monday 10 February 11:30 - 12:15 Main Stage
Supply Chain Disruption
Geopolitical pressures and supply chain disruption are global issues, but the impact is perhaps felt most deeply in the Middle East. The reality of ‘enforced chaos’ requires companies to implement flexible and robust workarounds to accommodate the complex needs of breakbulk cargo. Speakers will consider how insurance and customs can support the industry with projects that cannot afford a delay and will ask how the industry can innovate to reduce impact.
Main Stage Asia/Dubai
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