Environmental Technologies Global Team Newsletter - August 2018

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Environmental Technologies Global Team Newsletter - August 2018


Featured Event: WEFTEC and Siemens Procurement Seminar

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The Water Environment Federation is hosting WEFTEC 2018 in New Orleans from October 1-3. The U.S. Commercial Service will be providing our clients a range of services and hosting several great events, including a networking breakfast and a Siemens procurement seminar on how to supply to Siemens globally.  At WEFTEC, U.S. Commercial Service will also be piloting a new digital platform to deliver our B2B and B2G services. 

To learn more about WEFTEC, please visit: https://www.weftec.org/

The Siemens seminar will be held on October 3 at WEFTEC. If you are interested in learning how to become a supplier to German multinational Siemens, please register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/become-a-supplier-to-siemens-weftec-2018-tickets-48380953735

Location: New Orleans, USA
Date: October 1-3
Contact: Pamela Kirkland, pamela.kirkland@trade.gov; Hector Rodriguez, hector.rodriguez@trade.gov


Featured Event: FENASAN

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 Come join Brazil's number one water and wastewater technology trade event at FENASAN in Sao Paulo, Brazil from September 18-20, 2018. More information is available at: https://fenasan.com.br/en/

U.S. Commercial Service will have a booth at this trade event and U.S. Commercial Service Brazil is offering a package of services for qualified U.S. companies.  In addition to displaying your promotional materials at our booth, U.S. Commercial Service Brazil will promote your technologies through e-mail campaigns and will send you the trade leads after the end of the show.   For those interested in a more personalized service such as finding a distributor or agent, we can also concurrently offer you our International Partner Search service.

Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Date: September 18-20, 2018
Contact: Teresa Wagner, teresa.wagner@trade.gov


Trade Leads and Tenders

Location: Nigeria
Opportunity: Oyo State Rural Access and Agricultural Market Project seeking consultancy services for detailed concept design, environmental and social impact assessment for the rehabilitation of a 500 km prioritized rural roads. 
Deadline: August 21, 2018
Contact: Dr. Yode Ayanlowo, oyostateraamp@gmail.com; Benedicta Nkwoh, benedicta.nkwoh@trade.gov

Location: Nigeria
Opportunity: Bauchi State government seeking companies to participate in construction of 500MM transmission mains from Gubi Dam junction to reservoir at Buzaye Hill. 
Deadline: September 13, 2018
Contact: Benedicta Nkwoh, benedicta.nkwoh@trade.gov

Location: Kazakhstan
Opportunity: Waste management services company in Western Kazakhstan seeking asbestos pollution analysis and removal services. 
Contact: Nurlan.Zhangarin@trade.gov, Commercial Specialist

Location: Philippines
Opportunity: Alpha Enterprises is seeking a supplier of onsite chlorine gas generators and 12.5% sodium hypochlorite generators.  The Philippine company intends to sell these generators to water districts.  For information on The Alpha Technologies, please visit https://thealphaenterprise.com/
ContactBebe.Montesines@trade.gov, Commercial Specialist                                       


Upcoming Domestic and International Trade Events

Event: Taiwan International Water Show 
Location: Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Date: Aug 29-31 2018
Description: Leading trade fair for Water Treatment, Transport & Storage, Water Purification Equipment & Drinking Water, and Process Control Technology& Process Automation. CS Kaohsiung would be thrilled to offer match making or promotional services for any US companies that join. 
ContactJoyce.Tang@trade.gov 

Event: The 2018 edition of the Green Expo & Aquatech Mexico 
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Date: September 4-6, 2018
Description: The two events combine to form the largest and most successful Environmental Event for the renewable energy, water, waste and recycling industries in Latin America. Over 9,000 attendees from 29 different countries attended last year, making the GREEN Expo & Aquatech Mexico the largest and most international event in Latin America presenting sustainable solutions. The Green Expo/Aquatech is supported by the U.S. Department of Commerce as an excellent trade opportunity. Turn-Key, Furnished Exhibits start at just $4,750 for Aquatech and  $5,324 for the GREEN Expo. 
Contact: Claudia Salgado, Claudia.Salgado@trade.gov; Francisco Ceron, Francisco.Ceron@trade.gov

Event: Water Trade Mission to Mexico
Location: Mexico City and Monterrey, Mexico
Date: September 17-21, 2018
Description: Join the American Water Works Association and the U.S. Commercial Service for a September 17-21, 2018 Trade Mission to Mexico City and Monterrey, Mexico.  Participants will meet with Mexico's national water authority (CONAGUA) and connect with local buyers and partners to help U.S. companies take advantage of upcoming opportunities in Mexico's water and wastewater sectors.  
Contact: AWWA's Jane Johnson (jjohnson@awwa.org) or (303) 913-0062.  

Event: FENASAN
Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Date: September 18-20, 2018
Description: The U.S. Commercial Service in Sao Paulo, Brazil will have a booth at FENASAN, the largest water and wastewater technology trade event in Latin America. Commercial Service Brazil is offering a package of services for qualified U.S. companies. In addition to displaying your promotional materials at our booth, U.S. Commercial Service Brazil will promote your technologies through e-mail campaigns and will send you the trade leads after the end of the show.   For those interested in a more personalized service to find a distributor/agent, we can concurrently offer our International Partner Search service.
Contact: teresa.wagner@trade.gov, Commercial Specialist

Event: WEFTEC
Location: New Orleans, USA
Date: October 1-3
Description: The Water Environment Federation is hosting WEFTEC 2018 in New Orleans. U.S. Commercial Service will be providing our clients a range of services and hosting several great events, including a networking breakfast and a Siemens procurement seminar on how to supply to Siemens globally.  At WEFTEC, Commercial Service will also be piloting a new digital platform to deliver our B2B and B2G services. The Siemens seminar will be held on October 3 at WEFTEC. If you are interested in learning how to become a supplier to German multinational Siemens, please register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/become-a-supplier-to-siemens-weftec-2018-tickets-48380953735
Contact: Pamela Kirkland, pamela.kirkland@trade.gov; Hector Rodriguez, hector.rodriguez@trade.gov

Event: Asia Water Forum
Location: Manila, Philippines
Date: Oct 2-4, 2018
Description: Asia Water Forum 2018 provides a platform and venue for sharing knowledge and experience on water information, innovation, and technology across the region. Asia Water Forum 2018 aims to discuss ways to identify and adopt innovations that best address the requirements for a water-secure Asia and the Pacific, and to keep the profile of water high on the region’s development agenda. This year, the forum will focus on the theme of “Information, Innovation, and Technology”. Underpinned by the need for sustainable water management, reliable water services, and water security, participants can expect high-level plenary sessions and parallel break-out sessions on the five major activities under the One ADB Water Approach: (i) supplying water; (ii) sanitation and water quality; (iii) water for food; (iv) water for energy; and (v) water resources management.
Contact: Cecile.Santos@trade.gov; Michael.Mia@trade.gov 

Event: The 20th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2018)
Location: Dubai
Date: Oct 23-25, 2018
Description: organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), WETEX will show the latest developments in conventional and renewable energy around the world, and feature business opportunities and potential partnerships to drive business.  It will be taking place in the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center.  DEWA is offering a number of incentives in the hope of attracting U.S. companies like you to profit from their official UAE government program. Please contact us for more details.
Contact: Shakir Farsakh, Principal Commercial Officer

Event: Certified Trade Mission to Kazakhstan and Ukraine 
Location: Kazakhstan and Ukraine
Date: October 24-30, 2018
Description: With a combined GDP of $230 billion, Kazakhstan and Ukraine offer unprecedented market opportunities in energy, infrastructure, and agriculture sectors. With a growing middle class, Kazakhstan has developed into the leading market in Central Asia and is positioning itself as a transit route between Europe and China. In Ukraine, strengthening domestic demand led by solid private consumption and sustained investment activity present new opportunities for U.S. companies. The Washington, DC-based U.S.–Kazakhstan Business Association (USKZBA) and U.S.–Ukraine Business Council (USUBC), in coordination with the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service, are organizing Certified Trade Missions (CTMs) to Kazakhstan and Ukraine to lead U.S. companies interested in making business connections in these promising markets in Eurasia.
Contact: Lola.Gulomova@trade.govBoris.Chumak@trade.gov

International Buyer Program (IBP)- Domestic Trade Shows

Trade Fair Certification (TFC) - International Trade Shows


Resources & Export Links

Export Basics

STEP Funds (Grant available to U.S. SMEs looking to Export Internationally) via Small Business Administration.

HS Codes, Tariffs, TaxesControls and LicensesGuide to Exporting, and Recorded Webinars

 


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