The World BASC Organization (WBO) participated in the First Central American Regional Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Workshop, titled “Adapting Best Practices in Supply Chain Monitoring and AEO Programs”, held on June 23 in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Organized by the Central American Customs Committee, the event brought together customs authorities, private sector representatives, and international experts to discuss the implementation of AEO programs and their impact on trade security and facilitation in the region.
Representing WBO, Mr. Luis Renella, Director of Operations, took part in two key segments of the academic agenda. First, he participated in the CBP–BASC–SCAN expert panel alongside Mr. Carlos Ochoa, Chief of Trade Engagement and Communications for the CTPAT Program at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Honorary Member of WBO, and Mr. Dan Purtell, Director of Innovation at the British Standards Institution (BSI) and SCAN Committee Member. The session focused on sharing experiences related to international cooperation, risk assessment, and the role of public–private partnerships in strengthening the global supply chain.
Later, Renella delivered a presentation on “Best Practices in the International Supply Chain of Goods”, where he showcased BASC’s experience and vision as an effective model for risk management, regulatory compliance, and business security. He emphasized how the BASC model aligns with international standards and adds value to AEO programs.
The workshop also featured a presentation by Mr. Walter López, CEO of Smart Security Solutions, who delivered a session on “Comprehensive Traceability in the Logistics Chain.” López, who also serves as Vice President of BASC Colombia and President of the BASC Antioquia Chapter, shared best practices focused on technology, traceability, and operational efficiency—key elements in strengthening logistics processes in regional contexts.
World BASC Organization extends its sincere thanks to the Honduran Customs Administration, the Central American Customs Committee, and the Honduran Association of International Freight Forwarders (AHACI) for their invitation and warm hospitality. WBO reaffirms its commitment to promoting best practices and strengthening institutional cooperation to ensure a more secure, transparent, and efficient international trade environment in Central America and across the region.
