Sanctions law has become one of the most pressing topics in corporate and commercial law today.

On March 19, 2026, the 3rd Practical Conference on Sanctions Law took place at the University for Continuing Education Krems.

More than 70 experts from corporations, public authorities, and European institutions discussed a topic that is placing increasing pressure on businesses.

Sanctions law has now evolved into a strategic core competency.

Geopolitical tensions, new EU sanctions packages, and rising regulatory requirements are turning sanctions law into a dynamic and multifaceted field of action within corporate and commercial law.

Above all, our conference provided one key benefit: direct, practice-oriented exchange between companies, national authorities, and EU institutions, offering concrete insights into enforcement, implementation, and best practices in current developments—from export control to financial market supervision.

A particular focus was placed on the international perspective. Contributions from the European Commission, the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and national authorities highlighted how closely global developments and business realities are now interconnected.

The practical panels confirmed where the real challenge lies for companies: not in understanding the rules, but in implementing them effectively in day-to-day operations.

Overall, it became clear that sanctions law has firmly moved to the center of corporate decision-making.

To establish ongoing professional exchange, the Practical Conference on Sanctions Law will be developed into a permanent network over the course of the year. It offers an ideal opportunity for all those who want to stay continuously up to date with current developments.

The initiators, Thomas Ratka and Andreas Pollak, draw a positive conclusion: “The open professional exchange, industry case studies, and dialogue with authorities and European stakeholders once again enabled a highly practice-oriented conference. The format has proven successful and will be continued. Companies can thereby minimize liability risks in relation to sanctions and export control compliance.”

The next conference with an international focus is already scheduled for November 5–6, 2026.