Advanced Manufacturing - May 2020 Newsletter

May 2020 Exporter Newsletter

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A Note to our Exporters

Our global network of experienced trade specialists are working virtually and look forward to connecting with you to discuss your international business plans.
Know that we are here to assist you, so also check out our upcoming webinars below and our virtual services at Trade.gov/virtual-services
To contact a trade specialist in your area, visit our list of local U.S. Export Assistance Centers.
We look forward to working with you.


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Co-located with IMTS, Hannover Messe USA  brings together top experts, influencers and decision makers from over 100 countries around the world.


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Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
Online Seminars

Cost: $75 per attendee
includes both sessions

May 13, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)— An Overview with Practical Guidance Including: Who is subject to the law? Who is a foreign official? What is a thing of value? What are common mistakes?
May 14, Case Studies in FCPA Compliance Including: Real world examples of how to maintain compliance, from the perspective of practitioners and executives.

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May 5 - June 9, 2020
Export Compliance Webinar Series

Export Compliance is Vital to Your Company’s Success.  Join the U.S Commercial Service for a 10-part webinar series on export compliance covering:

  • Introduction to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and Export Basics
  • License Exceptions for "600" series
  • Complying with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
  • OFAC Overview
  • Developing a Corporate Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP)
  • Export Controls at Trade Shows
  • Deemed Exports
  • Exporter Readiness Requirements for CMMC/NIST
  • Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
  • Site Visits, Enforcement Actions and Voluntary Disclosures

* You have the option to participant in one session at $25 each or all ten sessions for $250! 

register now

 

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May 19-22, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) holding a live, online interactive conference , Complying with U.S. Export Controls, Cost: $550.

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June 29- July 1, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), 33rd Annual Conference on Export Controls, Washington, D.C., Cost:  $1390 for attendee, Register Here.

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women empowerment

Series Schedule: May 28 (Inauguration), June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23, August 6
Location: Virtual platform 
Cost: $95 for the complete six-part web series

This is a must-attend event for women entrepreneurs who wish to boldly grow their business into new markets! In anticipation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), this dynamic forum provides a truly unique opportunity to gain the tools, skills and networks to build an export strategy and develop business connections.

  • Featuring Industry Leaders from: Aerospace &  Defense, Automotive, Design & Construction, Education, Energy, Information & Communication Technology, and Medical Devices & Services
  • Market Country Outlooks and Global Trade Skills  Development
  • B2B and B2G Business Development Meetings
  • Access to Markets, Networks, Mentors & Capital
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Now FREE!
U.S. Commercial Service
Western Hemisphere Best Prospects Industries Webinar Series 

May - August

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USMCA

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer notified Congress that Canada and Mexico have taken measures necessary to comply with their commitments under the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), and that the Agreement will enter into force on July 1, 2020. The United States became the third country to notify the other Parties that it had completed its domestic procedures to implement the agreement—the final step necessary for the USMCA to enter into force.

May 7, 8 am-11 am (CT), General Session on USMCA key Provisions and ImplementationLearn how subtle differences from the USMCA will affect how you implement the program within your company from trade compliance expert John Goodrich. *This event can only be attended via Livestream*  Cost $150. 

Trade Shows/Missions

August 12, Mexico Supply Chain Summit, El Paso, TX.

Sept. 14-19, Hannover Messe USA, Chicago, IL.

Nov. 8-12PACK EXPO, Chicago, IL. 

Nov. 15-20, Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Conference and Trade Mission

March 9-11, 2021, JEC WORLD, composites show, Paris, France

April 12-16, 2021, Hannover Messe, Germany

May 4-6, 2021 FABTECH Mexico, in Monterrey

Trade Winds postponed, sign up for updates and new dates.


Business Resources

Federal Government export business funding resources

Small Business Administration

Exim Bank


Export News

Japan: Additive manufacturing - industrial use of 3D printing for large scale production is expected grow in the wide range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, machine tools mass production. 

Japan: Industrial Robots - global demand for Japanese manufactured goods remains strong and has contributed to the recent recovery of the Japanese machinery market. This trend is expected to continue over the next few years as Japanese corporations focus on installing automation and cutting-edge technology to address a rapidly shrinking labor force.

What is the U.S.-Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC)? 

Launched in 2011, RCC brings together regulators from both United States and Canadian departments with health, safety, and environmental protection mandates to reduce unnecessary differences between their regulatory frameworks. The U.S.-Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC) has released of a new set of RCC Work Plans for the 2019-2020 cycle that include:

Additional plans will be posted to trade.gov/rcc in the coming weeks.


Webinar/Audio Recordings

U.S. Manufacturers Respond, Pivot and Look Ahead,  3 sessions, audio available. Hear how profound and abrupt shifts in output -- some into new sectors altogether -- have impacted U.S. manufacturers' short and long-range business planning and resiliency.

Special Topic Conference Call Series were hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce in partnership with the Connecticut District Export Council, including subjects such as  Force Majeure both for Contracts/Suppliers, Cancellation of Trade ShowsInsurance Coverage Briefing and several more of the audio and presentations are available to review.  

China IPR Webinar Series help companies protect their copyrights, trademarks, trade names and patents when doing business in China.

Global Intellectual Property Academy (GIPA)  modules on intellectual property protection and enforcement which cover all areas of intellectual property protection including trade secrets, patents, copyrights, trademarks, geographical indications, enforcement and trade.


Job Opportunities

The Economic Development Administration (EDA)  will be hiring positions across the US. So watch for openings on EDA.GOV/careers, and digital media platforms, Twitter, Linkedin, Facebook and USAjobs.gov.  In addition, interested candidates should send a cover letter and resumes and CVs to EDAcareer@eda.gov.

SBA is hiring additional employees to assist with disaster relief efforts. Bilingual language skills are a plus. Remote jobs are available nationwide. 


Manufacturing

Trade Conference - Save the Date

2020 DGM


Discover Global Markets:Growth Opportunities in Intelligent Manufacturing
October 7-9, 2020, Indianapolis, Indiana

Join the U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) at this forum which provides the unique opportunity to pre-schedule meetings with USCS representatives and buyers from key markets including: Australia, Canada, Egypt, Germany, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Korea, Mexico, Morocco, Nigeria, The Nordics, Singapore, South Africa, Southeast Europe, Taiwan and United Arab Emirates.

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Resources for Exporters...

Visit the Trade.Gov Advanced Manufacturing industry website 

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