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International Trade Events Newsletter November 15, 2017
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January 29 - February 1, 2018 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Arab Health will be the largest healthcare event for Middle East with the addition of the new Zabeel Hall at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre. Over 5,000 exhibitors utilize this show as a launch platform for new products and services as well as showcasing new developments. Arab Health attracts decision-makers from the region’s healthcare sector. Arab Health 2017 attracted 115,000 visitors from over 64 countries around the world, including medical staff, hospital management, and dealer distributors. The largest number came from the United Arab Emirates, with other attendees coming from Saudi Arabia, Quatar, Bahrain, Egypt, Oman, and Kuwait.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. has secured space for a Florida Pavilion. Individual booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within the pavilion.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Michael Schiffhauer | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
Energy Mexico 2018
January 30 - February 1, 2018 | Mexico City, Mexico
ENERGY MEXICO OIL + GAS + POWER 2018 EXPO & CONGRESS is the best forum of the year to understand the complexity and transformation of the energy sector in Mexico. It is also an unprecedented event that will provide an overall view of the global energy market and its relationship with the national market, combining the perspectives of the public and private sectors. For the third consecutive year, ENERGY MEXICO will be the main energy event in Mexico, where all the sectors of the industry will come together: oil, gas, power and renewables. It is the only event organized by businesspeople for businesspeople that combines a world-class congress with an international level exhibit floor, where the most advanced operational, financial and technological solutions will be presented.
In partnership with our office in Mexico City, Enterprise Florida can provide one-on-one assistance to Florida exhibitors such as logistics support, sector briefings, arranging meetings with potential distributors, and translation services. EFI is also offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Contact Ana Arroyo at EFI Mexico regarding exhibiting, or click here for additional information about trade grants.
Contact: Ana Arroyo, Director | EFI – Mexico City Office | enterprisefloridamexico@negocios-internacionales.net
Singapore Airshow 2018
February 6 - 11, 2018 | Singapore
Singapore Air Show is Asia’s largest aerospace and defense exhibition. In 2016, the Singapore Airshow hosted 1,040 exhibitors from 48 countries, with more than 48,000 visitor attendees. There were major announcements from 51 companies, a 16% increase from 2014 figures. Once again, Singapore Airshow 2018 can expect the top global aerospace companies to be in attendance at the show.
This Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) led-trip provides exposure in the Asia-Pacific region for Florida aviation and aerospace companies. With public tickets completely sold out in 2016, this is one event your company doesn’t want to miss. EFI has multiple booth options to choose from, private meeting rooms and a lounge area. Your company will be sure to stand out amongst the crowd.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Paul Mitchell | Enterprise Florida Inc. | pmitchell@enterpriseflorida.com
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Medical Japan 2018
February 21 - 23, 2018 | Osaka, Japan
Medical Japan is the only international show in Japan for you to target the world’s third largest medical market. In addition, the ever increasing rate of aged population drives the medical needs resulting in expansion and construction of new hospitals and nursing homes. At Medical Japan, you can expect to meet importers and end users (Hospitals, Rehab Facilities, Clinics, Elderly-care Facilities, Labs, etc.) all at the same time. Medical Japan attracts international visitors and has strong industry support backed up by 83 associations/organizations.
Medical Japan surprised the industry by its rapid growth to become one of Asia's leading medical exhibitions in only two years from its launch. The show had 1,067 exhibitors and 29,311 visitors in 2017, and for 2018, organizers are expecting 1,520 exhibitors and 40,000 visitors. For foreign companies to succeed in Japan, it is important to build good contacts with importers/distributors and also to promote products/services to end users. Gathering importers/distributors and end-users all together, Medical Japan enables you to meet all necessary industry members at the same time.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. has secured space for a Florida section. Individual booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within the USA Pavilion.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Michael Schiffhauer | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
Enterprise Florida, Inc. will lead an export sales mission to San Jose, Costa Rica, February 26 - March 1, 2018. The country of Costa Rica holds vast opportunities for Florida companies interested in increasing their footprint in the Central American market. Bilateral trade between the U.S. and Costa Rica totaled $10.2 billion in 2016, where Florida was the leading state for two way trade. Costa Rica ranks as Florida’s 12th largest merchandise trading partner with nearly $3.6 billion in total trade and nearly $2.5 billion in exports alone in 2016.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. will offer a limited number of Gold Key Matchmaking one-on-one appointments. The price of this service is $1,250. Small and midsized Florida manufacturers, eligible high tech companies and professional service providers may qualify for a Gold Key Grant, which will offset 100% of the Matchmaking Registration fee for the first company representative. A separate application process will be required for this grant. Participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact: Jorge Riano | Enterprise Florida Inc. | jriano@enterpriseflorida.com
Expo Lighting America 2018
February 27 - March 1, 2018 | Mexico City, Mexico
Expo Lighting America (ELA) is the annual meeting where designers, architects, large consumers, government representatives and lighting lovers acquire first-hand experience of the trends and innovations in design and technology that enhance their knowledge and inspire new creations. ELA 2017 hosted 88 exhibitors and over 13,000 attendees. Consider exhibiting at ELA 2018 to find new buyers and suppliers, and learn about new technologies, new products, and new trends in the market.
In partnership with our office in Mexico City, Enterprise Florida can provide one-on-one assistance to Florida exhibitors such as logistics support, sector briefings, arranging meetings with potential distributors, and translation services. EFI is also offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Contact Ana Arroyo at EFI Mexico regarding exhibiting, or click here for additional information about trade grants.
Contact: Ana Arroyo, Director | EFI – Mexico City Office | enterprisefloridamexico@negocios-internacionales.net
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Expo ANTAD & Alimentaria México 2018
March 6 - 8, 2018 | Guadalajara, Mexico
Expo ANTAD & Alimentaria México 2018 is the most relevant International Food & Drinks trade show in Mexico, the gateway to the American continent. Last year, 55,000 international visitors and 2,200 exhibitors from 32 countries gathered for Promotion, Business, Networking, Innovation, Meetings, Showcookings, Taste and Parings, Conferences, Seminars, and more. It is forecast that between 2013 and 2017, imports of food and drinks products will grow by 23% and exports by 26%. Consumption could increase by more than 20% during this period according to Business Monitor. Don’t miss the opportunity to tap into this growing market!
In partnership with our office in Mexico City, Enterprise Florida can provide one-on-one assistance to Florida exhibitors such as logistics support, sector briefings, arranging meetings with potential distributors, and translation services. EFI is also offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Contact Ana Arroyo at EFI Mexico regarding exhibiting, or click here for additional information about trade grants.
Contact: Ana Arroyo, Director | EFI – Mexico City Office | enterprisefloridamexico@negocios-internacionales.net
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Logistic Summit & Expo 2018
March 21 - 22, 2018 | Mexico City, Mexico
Held in Mexico City, the 10th Annual Logistic Summit & Expo 2018 is the most important business meeting for the supply chain in Mexico and Central America. Discover its potential to develop branding, customer loyalty and networking opportunities in the logistics market. The 2016 Summit & Expo hosted more than 13,000 visitors with more than 800 executives and 25 chambers, institutions and specialized media supporting the event. Your company will join more than 300 exhibitors to present your products and services, generate new contacts and close business deals on-site!
In partnership with our office in Mexico City, Enterprise Florida can provide one-on-one assistance to Florida exhibitors such as logistics support, sector briefings, arranging meetings with potential distributors, and translation services. EFI is also offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Contact Ana Arroyo at EFI Mexico regarding exhibiting, or click here for additional information about trade grants.
Contact: Ana Arroyo, Director | EFI – Mexico City Office | enterprisefloridamexico@negocios-internacionales.net
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Hospitalar 2018
May 22 - 25, 2018 | São Paulo, Brazil
Hospitalar is the most important health fair in Brazil and Latin America. Hospitalar 2017 attracted over 90,000 visitors from 54 nations, including 1,500 foreign buyers. Eighty percent of these visitors were from other South American countries. They came from 11 Brazilian states, representing 745 municipalities. Distributors/representatives and hospitals (clinical directors) continue to be the largest group of professional visitors.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. has secured space for a Florida section. Individual booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within the USA Pavilion.
Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity.
Contact: Michael Schiffhauer | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
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| World Bank - Private Sector Liaison Officer (PSLO) Events |
PSLO Mission to Senegal and the Gambia
January 21 - 26, 2018 | Dakar, Senegal and Banjul, Gambia
The World Bank Private Sector Liaison Officers (PSLO) Network invites you to mark your calendars for a mission to Senegal & the Gambia. The mission will be an occasion to learn how the projects of the multilateral development banks (MDB) are implemented in the field and how business can take advantage of the ensuing business opportunities.
Participants attending the mission can expect: General introduction on both countries’ economy and main economic sectors; Workshops based on the participants’ sector of activity and on the projects financed by the MDB; B2Bs, organized by the commercial representatives of each participating PSLO’s country; Networking opportunities amongst the participants of the participating countries with the eye on partnerships in Cameroon. Program details and an agenda will be available soon.
Contact: Johan Malin | Belgian PSLO from Flanders Investment & Trade | johan.malin@fitagency.be
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| Partner Trade Events |
Polk Goes Global III
November 17, 2017 | Lakeland, Florida
This exciting and informative event highlights the economic strength of Polk County's international trade in services, manufacturing, cattle, citrus, and other exports. The county is centrally located between major Florida ports, with a free trade zone in the middle of the Tampa/Orlando area, plus a CSX intermodal logistics center. Ideally situated, Polk County is a hot spot for international distribution. Over $2 billion worth of international economic activity occurs through the county each year. Polk Goes Global is sure to provide a wealth of information to any businessperson or investor looking to take advantage of the worldwide reach of Polk County. This event is hosted by Central Florida Development Council in collaboration with the Lakeland and Winter Haven Chambers.
Contact: Javier Marin | Central Florida Development Council | Javier@cfdc.org
Hypermotion
November 20 - 22, 2017 | Frankfurt, Germany
Hypermotion is the Trade Fair and Conference Series for Intelligent Systems and Solutions for Transport, Mobility, Logistics and Digital Infrastructure. The event will host 200 exhibitors and 3,500 visitors, that will come together to take part in discussions to shape the future of digitalization and intermodality. Partnering with the State of Hessen and the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, Hypermotion will present exhibits and conference sessions covering Hypermodality, Sustainability, Monitoring and Transparency, Connectivity, Synchronized Logistics, Smart Regions and Data Analytics and Security. For full information, please visit www.hypermotion-frankfurt.messefrankfurt.com.
Enterprise Florida is offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Click here for additional information.
Contact: Caitlin Clements | Messe Frankfurt Inc. | caitlin.clements@usa.messefrankfurt.com
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Webinar: Using Videos to Support International Sales
November 21, 2017 | 11:00 a.m. EST (10:00 a.m. CST)
Get expert advice from this free webinar on how to use videos to support your international sales team. Boost your exports with localized websites, social media and video. From client testimonials to product descriptions – use videos to grow your sales, brands and business online globally.
Contact: Samatha Soffici | IBT Online | ss@ibt.onl
Automechanika Shanghai
November 29 - December 2, 2017 | Shanghai, China
Big plans are underway for the next Automechanika Shanghai. Each year, the show continues to expand as exhibitor and visitor figures increase. Held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Puxi, Shanghai, the exhibition space will climb to 330,000 square meters this year. Approximately 6,000 exhibitors from 42 countries and regions are expected to attend, along with 130,000 visitors from 140 countries and regions. Join us at Asia’s largest trade fair for automotive parts, accessories, equipment and services. For full information, please visit www.automechanika-shanghai.hk.messefrankfurt.com.
Enterprise Florida is offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Click here for additional information.
Contact: Caitlin Clements | Messe Frankfurt Inc. | caitlin.clements@usa.messefrankfurt.com
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Florida Latin American Trade & Business Expo 2017
November 30, 2017 | Miami Lakes, Florida
The Dominican Business, Trade, Real Estate & Tourism Expo is an opportunity to make new contacts with the Dominican and international business community in South Florida. This Expo is intended to provide hands-on exposure to products and services, build brand awareness, recruit new distributors and representatives, and to network with regional business community.
Contact: Pedro Diaz Ballester | Dominican Intl Business & Tourism Federation, Inc. | pdb@floridalatinamericafederation.us
Peru & USA Business Matchmaking Forum
December 1, 2017 | Miami, Florida
The Trade Office of Peru in Miami invites you to attend the Peru and USA Business Matchmaking Forum featuring packaging and labeling Peruvian exporters, swimwear, and baby clothing designers. If you are interested in meeting with this selected group of top Peruvian companies, please register with Angelica Mendoza at angelica@miaip.com.
Contact: Angelica Mendoza | Trade Office of Peru in Miami | angelica@miaip.com
Conference of the Americas 2017
December 3 - 5, 2017 | Orlando, Florida
The Conference of the Americas provides a unique opportunity for customs brokers, freight forwarders, importers, exporters and other parties involved in global trade, e-commerce, logistics and transportation to learn the latest initiatives and challenges; with a heavy emphasis on legal, regulatory and policy developments impacting the United States, Latin America and European markets.
World class speakers through panels as well as more intimate break-out sessions will emphasize new and evolving best practices for traders, intermediaries and their partners to move and clear goods in the most compliant and efficient manner despite seemingly contradictory policies affecting intercontinental trade.
Contact: Cinthya Montiel | Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association, Inc. | events@fcbfconference.com
Webinar - Opportunities in China's Medical Device Market
December 13, 2017 | 8:00 p.m. EST (7:00 p.m. CST)
The medical device market is one of China’s fastest growing industry sectors. In fact, within the last decade, it had an average growth rate of 20%, and in 2013, it surpassed Japan to become the second largest medical device market in the world. This webinar will take place on Wednesday, December 13 from 8:00-9:00pm eastern. It will cover an overview of the China Medical Device Market; overview of the current regulatory requirements that must be met to successfully enter the China market; how to protect your IPR when exporting medical devices to China; and more details on the 2018 CMEF Show.
Contact: Sandra Campbell | U.S. Commercial Service | Sandra.Campbell@trade.gov or 727-893-3738
Automechanika Riyadh
February 5 - 7, 2018 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The leading trade fair for the complete automotive aftermarket and service industry is Automechanika Riyadh. This event will take place every two years and is organized in partnership with Saudi-based Al-Harithy Company for Exhibitions (ACE). This is the 16th global installment of Automechanika, the world’s most successful automotive aftermarket trade fair brand. The Saudi market shows a strong growth potential in Riyadh, by providing trade visitors and exhibitors direct access to the largest automotive aftermarket in the middle east. Thousands of key decision makers will network, discover and source the latest products and innovations at this event. For full information, please visit www.automechanikariyadh.com.
Enterprise Florida is offering Target Sector Trade Show Grants to qualified Florida companies to cover 50% of the cost of the exhibition booth, up to $6,000! Click here for additional information.
Contact: Caitlin Clements | Messe Frankfurt Inc. | caitlin.clements@usa.messefrankfurt.com
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Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic
March 6 - 11, 2018 | Santo Domingo & Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic is hosted by the International, Business, Tourism & Development Federation Inc. The Trade Mission will feature exhibitions, roundtables, product presentations, conferences and workshops. This is an opportunity to directly connect with buyers and sellers in a variety of commercial sectors; that are interested in bidding or purchasing goods and services. If you are unable to physically attend the mission, there is an option to send catalogs and other printed materials.
Contact: Pedro Diaz Ballester | Dominican Intl Business & Tourism Federation, Inc. | pdb@floridalatinamericafederation.us
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ICC Banking Commission Annual Meeting
April 2 - 6, 2018 | Miami, Florida
The Florida International Bankers Association (FIBA) in collaboration with the Banking Commission of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) invite you to the highly-anticipated ICC Banking Commission Annual Meeting to be held at the Intercontinental Miami from April 2-6, 2018. This two-day flagship event will bring together over 500+ of the most influential trade finance experts, banking professionals, business leaders, lawyers and government officials from over 65 countries to debate the critical issues affecting the trade finance industry.
Contact: Karina Zayas | Florida International Bankers Association | kzayas@fiba.net
China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) 2018 - Corporate Executive Office Program
April 11 - 14, 2018 | Shangai, China
The Corporate Executive Office (CEO) at the China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) is a program designed to offer small and medium sized companies a low cost method of exhibiting at a trade show. The CEO is a specific area on the trade show floor (within the USA Pavilion) that is subdivided into meeting space, business center, and small lounge/seating area. The space will include a table, four chairs, complimentary internet access, a semi-private meeting space in CEO pavilion (part of overall U.S.A. Pavilion), a shared office center with receptionist and hospitality service, pre-show promotion across China, on-site bilingual assistant to help navigate CMEF experience, and travel/logistics guidance. The registration deadline is rolling until filled (only 12 spots available).
Contact: Sandra Campbell | U.S. Commercial Service | Sandra.Campbell@trade.gov or 727-893-3738
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