Secured Financing in a Changing World

 

A partnership between TMA Europe and SFNet Europe. 

This year’s Summit focuses on the evolving distressed landscape in CEE and across Europe, shaped by higher interest rates, tighter liquidity, geopolitical uncertainty, and regulatory change. It will explore who controls value in distress, how collateral performs under stress, and where the next opportunities and risks lie.

Now in its third year as a collaboration with SFNet Europe, the Summit attracts practitioners and professionals from across the European turnaround, restructuring, asset-based lending, secured finance and business communities. An event experience comprising of high-level industry expertise, thought leadership, case studies and connections.

The 2026 Summit will be hosted at the National Bank of Romania in Bucharest.

Join peers and colleagues from across Europe for this high-value annual industry event. Expect impactful keynotes, expert-led panels, elevator pitches and exceptional peer-to-peer networking.

Greater connectivity before, during and after the Summit.

Using TMA’s event app, attendees and sponsors can connect before, during and after the Summit. Registered delegates receive access in advance, enabling 1:1 meeting requests, smarter planning, and stronger outcomes. Sponsors also benefit from enhanced in-app visibility and brand presence.

Programme Highlights

We start with a pre-Summit Networking Reception* on Wednesday 23 September in The Vault at The Marmorosch Hotel, next door to the National Bank of Romania.

*Additional cost: please include with your event registration.

SUMMIT DAY – Thursday 24 September:

Keynote: Navigating The Next 12 Months – Risk, Resilience & Opportunity

Expert-led panel sessions:

  • The Automotive OEM Sector – What Is Down The Road?
  • Compare & Contrast: ABL, Factoring, Receivables Purchase, Securitisation & Inventory Finance

  • Restructuring & Alternative Finance vs Traditional Bank Lending
  • The Legal Framework Across Central & Eastern Europe
  • Distressed M&A Opportunities & Market Dynamics

Back this year! Enter your business card for the chance to give a two-minute Elevator Pitch live during the Summit, putting your firm in front of the entire audience.

Plus, all the networking opportunities you expect from this event during lunch, coffee breaks and pre-Summit and closing drinks receptions. 

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Registration

Registration closes on Friday 18 September 2026, 1730 EEST.

Registration is required to attend all events. No walk-in or on-the-day admissions are permitted. 

Discounted rates are available for NextGen professionals under 40 years old. 

Registration Admin Fee
Pre-Summit Networking Reception: Regular (Wednesday 23 September)

€29

Pre-Summit Networking Reception: NextGen under 40 (Wednesday 23 September)

€19

Summit Registration: Regular (Thursday 24 September)

€99

Summit Registration: NextGen under 40 (Thursday 24 September)

€49

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Event Details

Pre-Summit Networking Reception
Wednesday 23 September 2026: 1830-2030
The Vault at The Marmorosch Hotel

Summit
Thursday 24 September 2026: 0900-1800
National Bank of Romania

Chapter

A Partnership between TMA Europe and SFNet Europe.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We sponsor this Conference each year. We do that because we know our brand is highly visible both before and during the event. The return on investment is consistent and has opened new avenues that underpin our business development goals.”

An outstanding opportunity to network with colleagues, cross-border professionals and meet friends from different jurisdictions. A real highlight.”

It doesn’t get better than to capture the elite of turnaround professionals between 20 countries in a room to quickly get a finger on the pulse of what is next and stay ahead. A warm group of leaders makes for a welcoming experience.”

Sponsorship options are designed to work with your budget, desired brand exposure and business development goals to showcase your firm as an Industry Leader. View Sponsorship opportunities.

Conference Sponsors