Discover India And Its Business Opportunities!
Mission Dates:March 13-25, 2009
Cities: Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata
Mission Details
During our mission, we will use the U.S. Commercial Service, Gold Key Service to match you with potential agents, distributors, representatives, joint-venture partners, and/or end users which will increase your chances of finding the appropriate business opportunities in India. Industry specialists in India will conduct market research, screen potential candidates, and arrange appointments only with those candidates that meet YOUR qualifications. The people you will meet with are legitimate businessmen and women who are qualified to represent you. This service is cost-effective! No wasted time searching for qualified partners and less time out of the office.
During our mission, we will also provide:
- Transportation to business meetings
- Translators for your business meetings if necessary
- Reception with VIP officials
- Site visits to business and manufacturing facilities
- Customized market briefings
- Timely and relevant market research
- Assistance in developing a follow-up strategy
Best Prospects
- Medical Equipment
- Airport & Ground Handling
- Pollution Control Equipment
- Mining & Mineral Processing Equipment
- Electric Power & Transmission Equipment
- Oil & Gas Field Machinery
- Education Services
- Textile Machinery
- Water
For more information please contact Debra Martin at 304-558-3334 or dmartin@wvdo.org
WVDO "Tip Off" for 2009
NEW UC Downtown Business School
January 15, 2009
Featuring Dueling Tigers Panel Discussion
and
One-on-One Appointments with EX-IM Bank, Turkey, India, & China Representatives
Topics will include:
- India and China: A Clash of Cultures and Commerce
- Strategic Considerations for Market Entry and IPR Protection
- Working with a Local Partner: How to Find, Evaluate, and Motivate
- Keys to Successful Trade Finance and Currency Hedging
- How the WVDO, US Export Assistance Centers, and WV Export Council Can Help You
More information to come!
Dubai Wood Show '09!
Don't miss your chance to participate in the USA Pavilion at the Dubai Wood Show coordinated by the Hardwood States Export Group
Dubai Wood Show '09!
April 21-23, 2009
Cost: $800 for 9 sq meter booth*
In an effort to assist American hardwood suppliers with access to the growing market for American hardwood in the Middle East, Hardwood States Export Group has organized in cooperation with the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), a 216 square-meter USA Pavilion at Dubai Wood Show 2009 in Dubai.
*This discounted price includes USA booth design; lighting; fascia; carpeting; electricity exhibitor passes; directory listings; coordination of interpreter; and basic furniture package. Additional costs paid by participants include airfare, shipping, lodging at discounted rates, interpreter service and ground transportation.
Questions should be directed to the Indiana State Department of Agriculture.
Mike Seidl
Phone: 812-634-9140
Fax: 812-634-9269
Email: mseidl@isda.in.gov
Sell YOUR Hardwoods to China!
The West Virginia Development Office and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) invite you to two leading international exhibitions in China for furniture, its components, and wood products.
Export with confidence to one of the largest markets in the world:
- A new Chinese middle class is the most rapidly growing consumer of U.S. furniture in the world. As of June ’08, $3.1 mm in wood frame upholstered seating and $8.3 mm in non-automotive seating parts have been imported. That’s an increase of 156% and 55% respectively over the first two quarters of ’07.
- The demand for furniture components and wood products continues strongly in China too. In 2007, China became the third-largest overseas market for US wood products—primarily hardwood products used for household furnishings. US log and lumber exports totaled $497 million last year, and $330 million as of August ’08.
- China is the third largest export market for U.S. tangible goods as of August. Last year, $65.2 billion shipped—that’s 62% annual growth.
- Our pavilions will be located within the 23rd Home Furniture China International Furniture Fair (CIFF) and Interzum Guangzhou, giving exhibitors and visitors a rare opportunity to interact with a full spectrum of furniture-related companies.
- Southern China is one of the biggest locations for furniture manufacturing in the world, and most of these companies will exhibit or visit the show.
We make it easy:
- Participants receive pre-arranged, branded pavilion space.
- Subsidies for companies from Appalachia increase the value.
Cost & Benefits
For furniture supply companies
A $1500/9m2 cost* to you allows:
- Four days of participation in one of the most highly regarded furniture supply trade shows in the world. (3/27-30)
- Fully coordinated booth space as part of the branded pavilion.
*Subsidized costs for Appalachian companies.
For additional information please contact one of the individuals below:
Locals U.S. Contact: Debra Martin
West Virginia Development Office
dmartin@wvdo.org
T: 304-558-2234 F: 304-558-1957
ARC Contact: Scott Hercik
sherick@arc.gov
T: 202-884-7717 F: 202-884-7682
Lumber Exporting - How to survive global competition
This seminar organized by the Export Assistance Center in Charlotte and the Small Business Administration partnering with a number of industry service providers will identify future niche markets and trends in current markets. It will answer the question: Where are the future markets and what are buyer expectations? Presentations will update industry exporters on the latest ISPM 15 certification. A future strategic review of logistical issues will be covered by a panel of inland and export shipping experts. An integrated presentation on insurance and financing strategies will present ideas on how to maximize working capital while controlling export payment risk.
When: Tuesday, January 13 - 8AM to 4PM
Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Hickory, NC
Cost: $60, lunch included. Bound Seminar Materials included.
Registration URL: www.buyusa.gov/northcarolina/LumberExporting
Webinar Series: The International Market for U.S. Coal and Mining Industries
In 2009 the U.S. Commercial Service will be hosting a series of webinars aimed to help U.S. companies in the coal and mining industries gain exposure to key international markets. Through the course of this series, U.S. participants will:
- Learn about each country's dynamic and growing coal and mining sectors,
- Gain an understanding of the opportunities that exist in these foreign markets for U.S. copmanies,
- Discover successful market entry strategies and how to overcome the associated challenges.
Schedule of Webinars:
For further information on the individual webinar briefings or to register, please follow the links below:
| Country | Date | Time |
| India | January 15 | 9:00am est/ 7:30pm Kolkata |
| Canada | January 28 | 2:00pm est/ 11:00am pst |
| Russia/Ukraine | February 11 | 9:00am est/ 4:00pm Ukraine/ 5:00pm Moscow |
| South Africa | February 25 | 9:00am est/ 4:30pm Johannesburg |
| Australia/ Phillipines |
April 8 | 6:30pm est/ 6:30am Manila/ 8:30am Sydney |
| Vietnam | June 10 | 9:30am est/ 8:30pm Hanoi |
If you have any questions please contact Steven Murray at steven.murray@mail.doc.gov or Shannon Fraser at shannon.fraser@mail.doc.gov