Welcome to inTrade Podcast Series

Global trade is transforming rapidly. Regulations evolve, markets shift, consumer expectations are rising, and supply chains are being reshaped by demands for greater transparency, resilience, and sustainability. Discover real conversations driving smarter, safer, and more sustainable global trade — powered by Intertek SupplyTek.

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Welcome to inTrade Podcast Series

 

The inTrade Podcast Series delivers clear and practical insights from leading trade professionals and industry experts. Designed to inform, engage, and empower, this series helps you stay ahead of change with assurance. 

About the inTrade Podcast Series 

Trade today is shaped by fast-moving changes in standards, technology, compliance, and market access requirements. The inTrade Podcast Series explores these shifts through open, insightful conversations with people who live and breathe trade every day.

Each episode highlights how Intertek SupplyTek supports organisations in reducing risk, improving compliance, and enabling smooth, sustainable market access across global supply chains.

What You’ll Hear 

  • Expert Insights - Discussions with industry professionals, trade specialists, business leaders, and subject-matter experts.
  • Practical Trade Topics - From compliance and quality standards to digital solutions, risk mitigation, and cross-border trade challenges.
  • Real-World Examples - How organisations navigate certification, conformity assessment, sustainability requirements, and evolving regulations.
  • Global Perspectives - Voices from across regions sharing experiences, challenges, and opportunities shaping today’s trade environment.

Who Is This Podcast For? 

The series is designed for anyone involved in global trade, including:

  • Exporters & importers
  • Manufacturers
  • Traders, distributors & logistics providers
  • Supply chain, operations & compliance teams
  • Business professionals and quality managers
  • Organisations seeking transparent, efficient, and compliant market access 

Whether you're new to trade or deeply experienced, each episode offers useful, relevant insights.

Key Themes 

  • Regulatory & Standards Updates
  • Market Access & Conformity Assessment
  • Digital Trade & Data Transparency
  • Supply Chain Resilience & Risk Management
  • Sustainability Across Trade Ecosystems 
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Episodes & Guests

Episode 1 – Setting the Standards

In this episode we dive into the vital role standards that play in unlocking global trade opportunities—and why harmonization remains a critical challenge for businesses and regulators alike.

Jeremy Gaspard

Host

Jeremy Gaspard

Vice President - Government and Trade Services
Intertek 

Peter

Guest

Peter Sissons

International Engagement Director - BSI

Episode 2 – UK–Africa Trade: Challenges, Standards & Opportunities for British Brands in Africa

This episode examines the opportunities emerging as Africa strengthens its trade architecture - highlighting AfCFTA, national Conformity Assessment Programmes, and the regional integration efforts driven by ARSO.

Thomas Andrews

Host

Thomas Andrews

Global Director Business to Government (B2G) Sales and Regional Manager Eastern and Southern Africa, Government and Trade Services, Intertek 

John Humphrey

Guest

John Humphrey

UK Trade Commissioners for Africa