FGE NexantECA joins centre stage at the 32nd AFA International Annual Conference

FGE NexantECA Joins Centre Stage at the 32nd AFA International Annual Conference

We are proud to be playing a key role at the 32nd AFA International Annual Fertilizer Conference & Exhibition, taking place 16–18 June 2026 in Cairo, Egypt at the Nile Ritz-Carlton.

With three senior experts participating across high-profile sessions, the FGE NexantECA is contributing deep insight into some of the most pressing challenges shaping the global fertilizer industry. Ranging from sustainability and regulation to market dynamics and supply chain resilience.

Shaping the Future of Nutrients and Sustainability

Mais Haddadin – Driving the Sustainability Conversation

Mais Haddadin, our VP Global Sustainability Lead, will serve as Session Moderator for one of the conference’s flagship discussions:

“The New Economic Order of Nutrients”
(Focused on geopolitics, supply security, and the future of the fertilizer industry)

This session brings together industry leaders to examine how shifting geopolitical dynamics, trade flows, and supply chain risks are redefining nutrient markets. As moderator, Mais will guide discussion around:

• The evolving balance of global fertilizer supply and demand

• Strategic implications of geopolitical uncertainty

• Long-term sustainability considerations in nutrient production and distribution

Mais' role highlights FGE NexantECA’s leadership in sustainability strategy and energy transition advisory, helping clients navigate increasingly complex regulatory and market environments.

Navigating Regulation and Carbon Policy

Calum Wray – Addressing the “Regulatory Tsunami”

Calum, a Consultant at FGE NexantECA, will contribute to Session 2: “The Regulatory Tsunami – CBAM & Beyond”.

This panel will explore the growing impact of carbon regulation, particularly the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its implications for fertilizer producers worldwide.

Key discussion themes include:

• The rising complexity of global carbon compliance frameworks

• The operational and financial implications of CBAM

• Strategies for mitigating regulatory risk and maintaining competitiveness

Calums participation in this session reinforces FGE NexantECA’s expertise in regulatory advisory, decarbonisation pathways, and low-carbon strategy development for fertilizer and industrial clients.

Delivering Market Intelligence and Strategic Insight

Manuel Asali – Interpreting Fertilizer Market Dynamics

In Session 7: “Global Fertilizer Market Outlook: Trade & Emerging Opportunities”, Manuel who is our Vice President of Training at FGE NexantECA, will present on:

“Fertilizer Market Dynamics”

This session is designed to provide a forward-looking view of global fertilizer markets, covering:

• Trade flows and regional demand shifts

• Emerging growth markets and structural changes

• Opportunities driven by supply chain transformation and innovation

Manuels contribution underscores FGE NexantECA’s strength in market forecasting, price outlooks, and strategic advisory, enabling clients to make informed investment and operational decisions in an increasingly volatile market.

A Holistic Offering Across the Fertilizer Value Chain

FGE NexantECA’s presence across multiple sessions reflects the breadth of its capabilities in the fertilizer sector. The firm supports clients across the full value chain with:

Strategic & Market Advisory

• Global fertilizer market outlooks (N, P, K markets)

• Trade flow analysis and demand forecasting

• Investment feasibility and project strategy

Sustainability & Energy Transition

• Decarbonisation pathways for ammonia and fertilizer production

• Carbon management and CBAM readiness

• Low-carbon fuels, hydrogen, and CCS integration

Regulatory & Policy Expertise

• Navigating evolving global compliance frameworks

• Assessing policy-driven market shifts

• Identifying risks and opportunities linked to ESG and carbon pricing

Operational & Digital Transformation

• Optimising plant performance and asset efficiency

• AI and analytics for operational excellence

• Supporting long-term competitiveness through innovation

Supporting Industry Transformation

The 32nd AFA International Annual Conference is a key platform for shaping the future of the fertilizer industry—bringing together leaders to address sustainability, digitalisation, and global supply challenges.

FGE NexantECA’s participation, through Mais Haddadin, Calum Wray, and Manuel Asali, demonstrates the firm’s commitment to helping clients navigate complexity, capture opportunity, and lead the transition to a more resilient and sustainable fertilizer sector.