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International Trade Events Newsletter June 12, 2019
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Welcome to Enterprise Florida's International Trade Events Newsletter!
Upcoming Enterprise Florida Events
Trade Events Supported by EFI International Offices
Click to see upcoming Partner Trade Events
Events are listed in order by date. Please contact individual event
organizers for additional information.
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Enterprise Florida Trade Events
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FIME 2019
June 26 - 28, 2019 | Miami, Florida
FIME is a trade exhibition for medical equipment, products, services and technologies and will be held this year at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami, Florida. FIME showcases everything from hospital equipment to medical disposable products, nursing care, surgery instruments, diagnostic tools, equipment for emergency rooms and laboratory facilities, long-term care products, dental equipment, products for rehabilitation and orthopedics, electro-medical devices, medical services and much more. FIME attracts suppliers, manufacturers, dealers and buyers who want to meet new suppliers and revive business relationships. Enterprise Florida, Inc. has secured space for a Florida section. Individual turnkey booths are being offered for Florida companies to exhibit within this section. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Michael Schiffhauer | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
Sydney International Boat Show
August 1 - 5, 2019 | Sydney, Australia
Enterprise Florida, Inc. in conjunction with the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association, invites Florida’s marine industry to exhibit within the USA Pavilion at the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS). SIBS is the largest boat show in the southern hemisphere, and caters to 60,000 visitors annually. A limited number of 9-SQM booths within the USA Pavilion are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Larry Bernaski | Enterprise Florida Inc. | lbernaski@enterpriseflorida.com
Gulfood Manufacturing 2019
October 29 - 31, 2019 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Gulfood Manufacturing is the region’s largest food and beverage processing industry event. Companies in any of the following food and beverage processing sectors are encouraged to attend: ingredients, processing, packaging, supply chain solutions, automation & controls, printing & labeling, and warehousing. Turnkey booth packages or space only packages are offered within the USA Pavilion for Florida companies. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Joseph Bell | Enterprise Florida Inc. | jbell@enterpriseflorida.com
Dubai Airshow 2019
November 17 - 21, 2019 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The 2017 Dubai Airshow was the 15th edition since the show began in the late 80’s. Dubai and the wider region have changed rapidly in the past 31 years; the ancient trade route of the Middle East has modernized at an unrivaled pace to become not only a crucial logistical hub, but also one of the world’s fastest growing aerospace regions. Last year, the event saw a record number of trade visitors and more than 1,200 exhibitors from all corners of the globe, illustrating the unmatched diversity that the Dubai Airshow provides. Enterprise Florida has secured space for a Florida Pavilion. Space is limited and sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Michael Cooney | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mcooney@enterpriseflorida.com
Medica 2019
November 18 - 21, 2019 | Düsseldorf, Germany
MEDICA is the premier global Life Sciences/Medical trade show. Many of Florida’s top medical companies will promote their goods and services from the Florida Pavilion for the 25th consecutive year. Enterprise Florida has secured space for a Florida Pavilion and individual booths are being offered for Florida companies to co-exhibit within the pavilion. Space is limited and will be sold on a first-come, first served basis. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Michael Schiffhauer | Enterprise Florida Inc. | mschiffhauer@enterpriseflorida.com
Export Sales Mission to Colombia
November 18 - 22, 2019 | Bogotá, Colombia
Join Enterprise Florida for an Export Sales Mission to Colombia. Colombia is the fourth-largest economy in Latin America and has the third-largest population in the region with approximately 49 million citizens. Since the implementation of the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement in May 2012, U.S. and Florida exporters have seen tariffs eliminated on over 80 percent of consumer and industrial goods exports to the country. Enterprise Florida’s Export Sales Mission will provide your company with an excellent opportunity to enter or expand your business in Colombia. Small and medium-sized companies may qualify for an Enterprise Florida Gold Key Grant which will offset 100% of the Gold Key Service fee.
Contact: Alejandra Henao | Enterprise Florida Inc. | ahenao@enterpriseflorida.com
Marine Equipment Trade Show
November 19 - 20, 2019 | Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The Marine Equipment Trade Show is the world's largest trade exhibition of marine equipment, materials, systems and technologies. It is the only international B2B exhibition for the marine leisure industry, and serves as a platform for innovation, market developments and networking. Several exhibition options are available via pavilions hosted by the National Marine Manufacturers Association, RAI Amsterdam North America and U.S. Superyacht Association. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Larry Bernaski | Enterprise Florida Inc. | lbernaski@enterpriseflorida.com
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Trade Events Supported by EFI International Offices |
Enterprise Florida’s international offices can provide assistance to Florida companies participating in the following events.
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August 27 - 29, 2019 | São Paulo, Brazil
The Smarter E South America, LATAM‘s innovation hub for the new energy world, unites renewable energy professionals from Brazil, the U.S. and the world to discuss and develop the empowerment of new energy solutions. It is the ideal venue to display your innovative products and services in the solar, energy storage, energy management and e-mobility sectors. The Smarter E South America comprises exhibitions, conferences, forums, workshops and other events offering exhibitors, visitors and partners alike a chance to discuss visions and pioneering concepts surrounding the modern energy industry. The U.S. Commercial Service in Brazil is coordinating a U.S. Pavilion. U.S. companies interested in being part of the pavilion will benefit from special rates and the support from the U.S. government. The EFI Brazil Office will be on-site to facilitate meetings and provide logistics support to Florida companies. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Alejandra Henao | Enterprise Florida Inc. | ahenao@enterpriseflorida.com
The Green Expo 2019
September 3 - 5, 2019 | Mexico City, Mexico
The Green Expo is Latin America's premier event for cutting-edge, sustainable solutions and technologies. The Green Expo continues to unite industries interested in economically sustainable development through a Circular Economy with Zero Waste, extending the current framework of knowledge and business exchange. Exhibitor options include 3m x 3m packages or raw space. In partnership with our office in Mexico City, Enterprise Florida can provide assistance to Florida exhibitors such as logistics support, sector briefings, arranging meetings with potential distributors, and translation services. Target Sector Trade Show Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show.
Contact: Alejandra Henao | Enterprise Florida Inc. | ahenao@enterpriseflorida.com
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Partner Trade Events
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Seminars and Workshops |
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Conferences |
U.S.-Africa Business Summit
June 18 - 21, 2019 | Maputo, Mozambique
Organizer: U.S. Commercial Service
Contact: Organizer: Corporate Council on Africa and the Government of Mozambique
Contact: Corporate Council on Africa |cbattle@corporatecouncilonafrica.com
Join 1000+ leading American and African business and government leaders at the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Mozambique this June. Currently, 10 African Heads of State are confirmed to attend, and Secretary Ross will lead a strong U.S.Government delegation to the Summit. For 20+ years, the U.S.-Africa Business Summit has been the essential conference for anyone doing business in Africa's most promising sectors including Agribusiness, Energy, Finance, Health, ICT, Infrastructure, Security, Tourism and more.
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42nd Annual Join Meeting of the Southeast U.S./Japan & Japan-U.S. Southeast Associations
October 20 - 23, 2019 | Savannah, Georgia
Organizer: Florida Delegation, Southeast U.S./Japan Association, Inc.
Contact: Dave Woodward | info@fl-seusjapan.org
This year's program will include remarks and presentations by top business and government leaders, representing the most significant aspects of the economic relationship as well as ties of tourism, education, culture and friendship between Japan and the seven Southeast U.S. member states. Additionally, the respective governors of each of the member states, and senior Japanese business and government leaders and special guest speakers are expected to participate.
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Port Opportunities in Honduras Webinar - (New)
June 20, 2019 | 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST
Organizer: U.S. Commercial Service
Contact: Delia Valdivia | Delia.Valdivia@trade.gov
Growing Honduran demand for U.S. goods and services resulted in five billion of U.S. exports in 2017, an increase of 5.2 percent from 2016. This webinar is designed to educate U.S. companies on market opportunities and port projects in Honduras.
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The 19th Annual OWIT International Conference: Year of the Woman - (New)
October 23 - 25, 2019 | Orlando & Tampa, Florida
Organizer: The Tampa Bay Organization of Women in International Trade (TBOWIT)
Organizer: Christyna Doege | cdoege@Tampaport.com
This conference will feature a robust program of interesting and informational speakers, followed by a late afternoon harbor tour of Port Tampa Bay. The conference will conclude with a delightful evening at TBOWIT’s Annual Awards Dinner. Topics for discussion include global business practices, leadership, and empowerment.
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Discover Global Markets: Powering & Building the Middle East & Africa - (New)
September 30 - October 2, 2019 | Houston, Texas
Organizer: U.S. Commercial Service & Houston District Export Council
Contact: Nyamusi Igambi | Nyamusi.Igambi@trade.gov
Discover Global Markets offers B2G and B2B matchmaking meetings to connect U.S. businesses with market intelligence, potential business opportunities, and vetted buyers from Middle East & Africa markets. Meet one-on-one with buyers and government officials from Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and other markets in the Middle East & Africa looking for U.S. suppliers and partners.
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Trade Shows and Exhibitions
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PROLOGITEC 2019
June 17 - 21, 2019 | Guayaquil, Ecuador
(Trade Grants Available)
Organizer: Florida Foreign Trade Association (FFTA)
Contact: Gisella Bustillos-Wong | tradeusa@ffta.com
PROLOGITEC 2019 Logistics and Supply Chain Expo and Symposium offers the perfect opportunity to showcase your product lines and services to grow in the Latin America market. The best sectors for exports include supply chain solutions, equipment, supplies and technology, telecommunications, energy and power generation, security and safety equipment, transportation, environmental technologies, and more.
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Expo USA 360 - (New)
(Trade Grants Available)
August 27 - 28, 2019 | Guayaquil, Ecuador
Organizer: AMCHAM Guayaquil
Contact: Jenny Jarrin | jjarrin@amchamgye.org.ec
Martha Paola Pena | mppena@amchamgye.org.ec
The third of edition of Expo USA 360 focuses on analyzing trends, opportunities, and challenges for bilateral business and investments between Ecuador and the United States. The event will feature a conference, business matchmaking meetings, and trade show.
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Latin American & Caribbean Tyre Expo and Latin Auto Parts Expo
June 26 - 28, 2019 / July 17-19, 2019 | Panama City, Republic of Panama
Organizer: Latin Expo Group, LLC
Contact: Alexandra Gonzalez | Alexandra@latinpartsexpo.com
The tire and auto parts industry now have a common exposition in Panama for the LATAM market. Tire and auto part manufacturers from around the world gather annually at the show, seeking to grow their Latin American market and meet directly with new buyers. The two shows will have more than 600+ exhibitors and over 5,000 business visitors.
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Trade Missions |
Bilateral Infrastructure Conference & Trade Mission
June 17 - 21, 2019 | Mexico City, Mexico
Organizer: U.S. Commercial Service and Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry
Contact: Delia Valdivia | Delia.Valdivia@trade.gov
Mexico’s new Federal Administration seeks U.S. companies interested in working with Mexican firms on Mexico’s National Infrastructure Program. The U.S. Commercial Service and the Mexican Chamber for the Construction Industry are hosting a Bilateral Infrastructure Conference followed by an Infrastructure Trade Mission focused on key infrastructure projects included on the NIP. There will be opportunities for one-on-one meetings with qualified buyers, distributors and/or representatives.
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Export Sales Mission to The Netherlands
November 14 - 15, 2019 | Amsterdam, The Netherlands
(Trade Grants Available)
Organizer: Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation
Contact: Maxwell Stewart | maxs@bradentonareaedc.com
The Bradenton Area EDC, in partnership with Enterprise Florida, will lead an Export Sales Mission to the Netherlands for Florida manufacturers and service providers to further trade relations between the U.S. and the Netherlands. The Netherlands holds vast opportunities for Florida companies interested in increasing their footprint in the European market. Small and medium-sized companies may qualify for an Enterprise Florida Gold Key Grant which will offset 100% of the Gold Key Service fee.
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Additional Resources
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Florida Export Directory
PLATINUM SPONSOR
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Florida Export Guide
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