8th Sharm Rendezvous 2026: Beyond Disruption – Insurance Strategies for Resilient Supply Chains

“It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 8th Sharm El Sheikh Rendezvous which became one of the distinguished platforms that bring together insurance and reinsurance professionals, industry leaders, policymakers, risk experts, and innovators from across all over the world. In an era marked by unprecedented disruptions—from geopolitical tensions and climate-related events to technological transformation and evolving global trade patterns, the resilience of supply chains has become a strategic priority for businesses, governments, and insurers alike.

As risks continue to grow in complexity and interconnectedness, the insurance industry has a unique opportunity to move beyond its traditional role as a financial safety net and become a proactive partner in building resilient economies. This year’s theme, “Beyond Disruption: Insurance Strategies for Resilient Supply Chains,” reflects our shared commitment to exploring innovative approaches that strengthen business continuity, enhance risk preparedness, and create sustainable value for all stakeholders. Throughout the Rendezvous, participants will engage in insightful discussions focusing on three key pillars.

• First, we will explore how insurance strategies, combined with strong multi-stakeholder partnerships, can help shape a more resilient future for global and regional supply chains. Collaboration between insurers, reinsurers, governments, regulators, logistics providers, and businesses is essential to developing comprehensive risk solutions capable of addressing today’s interconnected challenges.
• Second, we will examine the growing role of proactive risk management using data-driven insights, predictive analytics, and advanced artificial intelligence technologies.

These tools are transforming the way risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated, enabling organizations to make more informed decisions, reduce losses, and improve operational resilience in an increasingly uncertain environment.

Finally, we will discuss the importance of investing in people and organizational culture. Building resilience is not solely about technology or capital; it also requires agile leadership, continuous learning, workforce development, and a culture that embraces innovation, adaptability, and collaboration.

Sharm El Sheikh Rendezvous continues to serve as a trusted event for exchanging knowledge, sharing best practices, and fostering meaningful partnerships that advance the insurance and reinsurance industry across the Middle East, Africa, and international markets. We are confident that your participation will contribute to productive dialogue, valuable networking opportunities, and actionable insights that will help shape the future of resilient risk management.

We thank you for joining us and wish you a rewarding, inspiring, and successful Rendezvous in the beautiful city of Sharm El Sheikh”.

Mr. Alaa El-Zoheiry, Chairman, Insurers Federation of Egypt