This seminar is a unique meeting point for Nordic companies across industries and sectors, providing an opportunity to engage directly with UN officers working with procurement.

The Nordic UN Procurement Seminar 2025 is a collaborative effort by Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, and Norway to bridge Nordic enterprises with UN procurement channels. The seminar is a unique meeting point for Nordic companies across industries and sectors, providing an opportunity to engage directly with UN procurement officers.

This seminar provides an exclusive platform to:

• Explore new business opportunities
• Understand UN procurement processes
• Network with key stakeholders

During the two-day seminar, we will cover a variety of topics, including energy, life sciences, healtcare, infrastructure, ICT, and logistics. The program offers a comprehensive introduction to the UN procurement system and allows you to choose the workshops that are most relevant to your company.

Program

Day 1 – Tuesday 10 June

10.00-11.00
Welcome

11.00-11.30
Introduction to UN Global Marketplace

11.30-11.45
Break

11.45-1.15
Introduction to participating UN agencies

1.15-2.00
Lunch and network

2.00-3.00
Company displays

3.00-3.45
Panel discussion

Navigating global uncertainty: UN Procurement in 2025

This panel brings together senior UN procurement officials to explore how the UN system is adapting to geopolitical instability and evolving funding challenges. The discussion will examine key trends shaping UN procurement and whether companies should adjust their approach to remain competitive in this shifting landscape.

3.45-4.00
Break

4.00-4.45
Panel discussion

Best practice as a Nordic vendor to the UN system

This panel brings together representatives from Nordic countries across different sectors who have successfully become vendors to the UN system. The session will share best practices and focus on concrete steps to become a UN supplier and improve procurement processes.

4.45-5.00
Round off

5.00-7.00
Reception: Nordic Global Impact

Day 2 – Wednesday 11 June

9.00-9.30
Introduction

9.30-11-00
Workshop

11.00-11.45
Company display

11.45-12.45
Lunch

12.45-2.15
Workshops

2.15-2.30
Break

2.30-4.00
Workshops

Round off