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The U.S. Commercial Service has organized a Central America webinar series focused on highlighting business opportunities and key projects in the region's best prospect sectors including agriculture, food processing and packaging equipment, automotive parts/accessories/service equipment, construction equipment and building materials, architecture and engineering services, safety and security equipment, energy, water resources equipment, and travel and tourism.
Market Highlights will include: Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, Belize, and Panama.
Central America is a growing market for U.S. companies seeking to expand their global presence where U.S. products and services enjoy high receptivity and are known for quality and innovation. Central America markets combined represent more than 53 million potential customers that import over $25 billion in U.S. products and services.
Webinar participants will have the opportunity to hear directly from U.S. diplomats, local government officials, subject matter experts, and resource partners and receive valuable strategic input for crafting market entry strategies.
The series of events will be hosted using Webex:
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Doing Business in Panama – September 16, 2021 (recordings available)
Legal Considerations when exporting to Central America
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Doing Business in Costa Rica – September 30, 2021 (recordings available)
Deal Team/Advocacy in Central America
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Doing Business in El Salvador – October 21, 2021 (recordings available)
Financing your Export deals in Central America
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Doing Business in Honduras – November 18, 2021
Export Logistics in Central America
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Doing Business in Guatemala – December 16, 2021
Working with Developing Banks in the Region – IDB – World Bank
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Doing Business in Belize – January 6, 2022
E-commerce in Central America
Your organization can participate in one, two or more webinars. Click on each event above to register or the below link to register for the entire series. The cost for each webinar is $30 and for the entire series only $120.
Register Here for the entire webinar series.
For questions regarding this program, please contact Isabel Davila at isabel.davila@trade.gov
As part of the Biden Administration's Root Causes Strategy, which seeks increase and diversify trade between the United States and Central America, the United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration is organizing a trade mission to Central America (March 27-April 1, 2022) that will include the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in Central America Conference in Guatemala City, Guatemala on March 28, 2022.
The Department of Commerce’s Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in Central America Conference will focus on regional and industry-specific sessions, market entry strategies, legal, logistics, and trade financing resources as well as pre-arranged one-one-one consultations with US&FCS Commercial Officers and/or Department of State Economic/Commercial Officers with expertise in commercial markets throughout the region.
The mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross section of industries with growing potential in Central America, but is focused on U.S. companies representing best prospects sectors such as Agriculture, Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Service Equipment, Construction Equipment and Services, Cosmetics, Cybersecurity, Design and Construction, Disposable Medical Supplies, Education and Training, Energy, Franchising, Information and Communications Technology, Medical Equipment, Packaging Equipment & Machinery, Plastics, Safety & Security, Solar Energy Products, Travel and Tourism.
Dates: March 27-April 1, 2022
For questions regarding this program, please contact Delia.Valdivia@trade.gov
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To become a sponsor, contact Robert.Stackpole@trade.gov or
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The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA), is organizing a Cybersecurity Business Development Mission to Peru, Chile, and Uruguay, April 4-8, 2022, with an optional stop in Argentina on April 11, 2022.
This mission aims to introduce U.S. firms and trade associations to some of South America's most rapidly growing information and communication technology (ICT), security, and critical infrastructure protection markets. It will assist U.S. companies in finding business partners to which they may export their products and services to the region. Target participants are U.S. companies and U.S. trade associations with members that provide cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection products and services. This mission will include customized, one-on-one, business appointments with pre-screened potential buyers, agents, distributors, and joint venture partners. It will also allow for meetings with industry leaders as well as state and local government officials, along with other networking events.
Dates: April 4-8 & 11, 2022
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For questions regarding this program, please contact Gemal.Brangman@trade.gov
The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration is organizing a trade mission to South America that will include the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in South America Conference in São Paulo, Brazil on May 15-20, 2022
The goal of the mission is to help participating U.S. companies find potential partners, buyers, agents, distributors, and joint venture partners in Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Paraguay, Suriname, and Uruguay, laying the foundation for successful long-term ventures to take advantage of market opportunities in South America. During the mission, the delegation will have access to US&FCS commercial officers, commercial specialists, and Department of State economic/commercial officers from the markets in the region. For more information, visit https://www.trade.gov/south-america-trade-mission
For questions regarding this program, please contact Laura.Krishnan@trade.gov
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To become a sponsor, contact Patrick.Spence@trade.gov or
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The 2021 South America Market Updates and Networking event, organized by the Trade Americas Team (U.S. Commercial Service / U.S. Department of Commerce), offers U.S. companies the opportunity to explore eleven markets in South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, and Uruguay.
The Virtual event will focus on:
- Updates on near-term opportunities and challenges in the region,
- Status of the economic and health recovery in each market,
- Updates on high profile projects, sectorial trends, and
- Featured best prospects industries.
The South America region has 397 million potential customers who collectively imported over $121 billion of U.S. goods in 2019. Learn about recent market updates and trends in 11 markets!
Everyday from 10:00am to 12:00pm noon, you will receive market updates and trends and from 1:00pm to 6:00pm you can network online with participants.
Dates: December 6 to 10, 2021 from 10:00am to 12:00pm (presentations) and 1:00pm to 6:00pm (virtual networking)
Venue: Cisco Webex and MyBusinessMatches virtual platform
Cost: $200 (if your company join the upcoming trade mission to South America in May 15-20, 2022, this fee will be discounted from the Trade Mission fees)
USTDA connects the U.S. private sector to infrastructure projects in emerging markets. Below are the upcoming new feasibility study and technical assistance RFPs in the region:
ICT Infrastructure Project Opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean Resource guides for U.S. Industry covering: 1) Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, 2) Central America and the Caribbean, and 3) Andean Region.
Brazil: Smart Grid Regulatory Roadmap Technical Assistance The technical assistance will focus on two main topics: 1) public policies that encourage the modernization of distribution grids, and 2) models of economic regulation that facilitate investments in the modernization of the distribution system.
IDIQ Contract for Reverse Trade Missions and Other Events
USTDA is seeking contractors that have the ability to organize reverse trade missions, conferences, workshops, trainings, or other related events in any location in the United States or overseas.
USTDA Releases 2020 Annual Report
These events are intended for U.S. Companies ONLY, incorporated under the laws of the U.S., with a product or service that has at least 51% U.S. content.
November 18, 2021 - 1:00PM EST
Business Opportunities in Honduras
The United States is Honduras’ largest trade and economic partner, accounting for 46 percent of total merchandise imports and 65 percent of general assembly imports. U.S. exports to Honduras were $5.4 billion in 2019, down by $154 million from 2018. The Central America – Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA-DR), which entered into force in 2006, boosted U.S. export opportunities and diversified the composition of bilateral trade. Currently, U.S. exports to Honduras are up by 67 percent since 2005, the year before implementation of this Free Trade Agreement. Gain significant market insight by identifying export opportunities and best prospects in Honduras. We will also cover Export Logistics in Central America.
December 1, 2021 - 10:00AM EST
Housing Opportunities in Jamaica - The Greater Bernard Lodge Project
The Development Bank of Jamaica Limited (DBJ) is seeking developers to submit proposals for developing lots within the Greater Bernard Lodge Master Plan area. The approved Development Classifications include residential, commercial, light industrial, social services, green spaces and mixed use. The development spans a total of 5,397.02 acres of land in Bernard Lodge, St. Catherine. 3,027 acres for agriculture and the rest will be divided between residential, commercial, light-industrial, mixed-use and social services facilities. Solar companies, residential construction, lighting, tiling, roofing, sewage, road works, SMART technology companies as well as companies who have experience building multi-use city centers, gas stations, warehousing, commerce and light industrial are encourage to participate.
December 9, 2021
USCANConnect 2021 - Virtual Edition
This virtual event is designed to provide U.S. export-ready, small to medium-sized companies, women-owned and minority enterprises with the most effective and efficient government assistance to U.S. businesses and Canadian partners seeking opportunities in a dynamic U.S.-Canada trade and investment marketplace. The event is open to SMEs from all sectors with a special focus on environmental technologies, renewable energy, healthcare, safety and security, cybersecurity, mining and critical minerals and infrastructure technologies per President Biden’s economic recovery plan. Throughout the event, U.S. and Canadian companies will have the opportunity to network and self-schedule one -on-one-meetings or utilize the assistance of CS Canada specialists to create a customized agenda (for an additional cost). For more information contact: Connie.Irrera@trade.gov
Brazil: Education. FDC Business School, Brazil - Global Strategy team – is looking for international partners in the U.S. for Executive/Professional Master Programs and Executive MBA. The school has 45 years of history and is considered the 9th best school in the world for executive education (Financial Times 2019). For more information, contact Laura.Reffatti@trade.gov.
Costa Rica: Education -New Skills for the Agriculture of the Future. Develop a proof of concept of a "bootcamp" combining EduTech and AgTech in agricultural technical high schools so that education in agriculture can adapt to the new demands of the labor market. Technical Cooperation Project.
Costa Rica: Electric Passenger Train request of Interest. INCOFER (CR Railways Institute) invite companies' interest to participate in a pre-qualification process for an upcoming tender to design, build and operate a new Passenger Train. Interest statement is due on Nov. 24, 2021. CS Costa Rica working to form consortiums. Project investment is estimated in $ 1.5 B. Project summary and feasibility studies are available in Spanish and English. For more information contact: Ricardo.Cardona@trade.gov.
Ecuador: Energy. The Ministry of Energy and Non-renewable Natural Resources has three available projects: 1) Design and build solar, wind, small hydro and biomass projects. (Official launch - November 27, 2021). 2) Northeast interconnection with the oil sector – a transmission line connecting the oil wells to the national grid system (Official launch - December 11, 2021). 3) 400 MW Combined Cycle Block - natural gas project in Guayas-Santa Elena (Official launch - December 4, 2021). For more information, contact Sofia Zarate at ZarateSC@state.gov
Guatemala: Healthcare. The Guyana Energy Agency is looking for Design, Supply, Installation and
Guyana: Energy. The Guyana Energy Agency is looking for Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Off-Grid Solar Photovoltaic Mini-Grid Systems and Electrical Distribution Networks in Regions 1, 2, 7, 8 and 10. The Guyana energy agency performs studies on Guyana's energy sector and is a key stakeholder in Guyana's transition away from Heavy Fuel Oils. For more information, contact Richard Leo, U.S. Embassy Georgetown at LeoRG@state.gov
Jamaica: Hospital Energy Efficiency Retrofit. Jamaica’s Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology (MSET) will receive USD $9,355,000 in IDB financing through the Energy Management and Efficiency Program to retrofit seven hospitals across Jamaica to promote energy efficiency (EE) and conservation measures and reduce CO2 emissions. For more information, contact Joe James, Economic/Commercial Officer at JamesJV@state.gov.
Jamaica: Jamaica Bernard Lodge Housing and Light Industrial Development The Development Bank of Jamaica Limited (DBJ) is seeking developers to submit proposals for developing lots within the Greater Bernard Lodge Master Plan area. Approximately 1022.38 acres are available for development and the lots are to be privatized via a competitive tender process overseen by an Enterprise Team appointed by Jamaican Cabinet. DBJ is managing the transaction. . For more information, contact Gordon Steenbergen, Pol/Econ Associate at SteenbergenGJ@state.gov. Deadline August 31, 2021
Jamaica: Deep Retrofit Of 19 Health, Education, Public Agency (HEPA) Facilities For Energy Efficiency (EE). Jamaica’s Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology (MSET) will receive USD $9,355,000 in IDB financing through the Energy Management and Efficiency Program to retrofit nineteen HEPA facilities to promote EE and conservation measures and reduce CO2 emissions. The facilities include a wide range of Government institutions (8 educational facilities, 11 public buildings) across Jamaica, including the Marcus Garvey Technical High School and Ebony Park Heart Academy. For more information, contact SteenbergenGJ@state.gov
Mexico: Rail Services Directory. CS Mexico is putting together a directory to be shared with the Tren Maya Project consortia. The following opportunity areas have been identified: Rail fixtures; · Geotextile products; Supply and maintenance of rail and laying equipment/machinery; Other steel products for construction; Aluminothermic and electric welding equipment and solutions; On-site manufacturing of concrete sleepers; and Dynamic press systems. For more information, contact patricia.reinosa@trade.gov or diana.leon@trade.gov.
Mexico: RFQ for weekly requirement for 15-20 Ton Polypropylene (pharmaceutical grade) pellets for delivery at the buyer's address in Mexico City. Monthly shipments are allowed in the proportional volume. Virgin resin pellets, must meet all applicable standards. Neolpharma, S.A. de C.V. is located in México City, Mexico and is part of the Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing Industry. They have 783 total employees across all of its locations and generates $18.17 million in sales (USD). For more information contact andrea.sotomayor@neolpharma.com
Trinidad and Tobago: Cold rolled pre-painted steel. Company name: Lifetime Solutions Ltd. Company representative: Deborah Costelloe, CEO. Email: d.costelloe@lifetimesolutionstt.com. Website: https://lifetimesolutionstt.com. Estimated purchase quantity: $10 Million. Timeline for purchase: 6 months. For more information, contact Marissa Nicholas at Nicholasmr@state.gov
Trinidad and Tobago: The Port Authority of Trinidad & Tobago (PATT), invites interest from willing investors with experience in port investments, development and operations, shipping, logistics and cruise operations to propose business ideas that will support participation in a PPP Landlord model project with the Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (PATT), in any or all of the following areas - a)The Cargo operations at Port of Port Of Spain; b) The Cargo and Cruise operations at the POSCA; c) Regional Cargo activities at CARICOM wharves; d) Cruise shipping operations at PATT 2021. Company name: Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago. Company representative: Wendell Yearwood. Email: wendelly@patnt.com. Website: www.patnt.com. For more information, contact Marissa Nicholas at Nicholasmr@state.gov
Trinidad and Tobago: 46,000 metres - Conductors: 4/0 600 volt covered aluminum and 12,000 cross arms: Galv steel: 1930mm 6'4" Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is the sole retailer of electricity in Trinidad and Tobago. It is responsible for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the country's electrical transmission and distribution network. The utility supplies electric power to customers on both islands via a single interconnected grid. Electrical energy is widely been purchased, metered and feed into the national grid from independent power producers. For more information, contact Marissa Nicholas at Nicholasmr@state.gov
Trinidad and Tobago: Electricity Commission’s need for 2 light detection and ranging (LIDAR) wind measuring equipment for wind renewable energy studies and 10,000 Clamps: Dead End: Clevis Type MFL70KN: 1/0 - 199 AWG Conductor. The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is the sole retailer of electricity in Trinidad and Tobago. It is responsible for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the country's electrical transmission and distribution network. The utility supplies electric power to customers on both islands via a single interconnected grid. Electrical energy is widely been purchased, metered and feed into the national grid from independent power producers. For more information, contact Marissa Nicholas at Nicholasmr@state.gov
Suriname: The government of Suriname(GoS) represented by the Ministry of Public Works (in cooperation with the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Ministry of Spatial Planning and Environment and the Ministry of Regional Planning and Sports), is seeking expressions of interest from individual companies or consortia to participate in a PPP model to set up a modern waste management facility in Suriname. Expressions of interest are due November 30, 2021.For more information, contact Javier Suarez at Javier.Suarez@trade.gov or Judith Dijks at dijksjb@state.gov.
Uruguay: Security calls interception and hearing equipment for Uruguay's National Police. The Ministry of Interior of Uruguay has requested suppliers to present proposals of security calls interception and hearing systems for the National Police. This equipment needs to be mobile to allow the hearing of phone calls in diverse places. For more information, contact Alicia.Machado@trade.gov
Uruguay: ORT University partnerships for student exchange. Uruguay´s largest, and prestigious private university ORT is looking to develop student-exchange partnerships with top U.S universities. ORT has a strong focus on science, technology, management, and design. Its School of Management & Social Sciences has been ranked amongst Latin America´s 35 best Schools of Business by “America Economía” since 1996 and has led the modernization of management education in the country. For questions please contact Stephanie Grunvald at Stephanie.Grunvald@trade.gov
Uruguay: BIKO is one of the biggest and most respected biotechnology companies in Uruguay with 15 years of experience in Molecular Biology solutions offering high quality platforms and consumables for Life Sciences and Molecular Diagnostics. They represent world renowned companies such as Qiagen, Denovix, New England Biolabs, and Illumina. They are looking for molecular biology companies that offer low and medium throughput platforms with monoplex or multiplex test, high quality products, and excellent tech support. For more information, contact Stephanie.Grunvald@trade.gov
Uruguay: BIOERIX S.A.is looking for an American supplier of equipment and reagents for agarose gel electrophoresis determination. They would register in Uruguay for exclusive distribution within the country. They can put together a business plan including purchase forecast and a long-term contract. BIOERIX S.A.is a national company that imports, represents and market products, equipment and services for medical use. Bioerix started its activities in 1994 and since then it provides Uruguayan health market with the best solutions with brands such as Abbott, Olympus, Philips, Stago, Johnson and Johnson, etc.For more information, contact Stephanie.Grunvald@trade.gov
Uruguay: The Ministry of Agriculture of Uruguay looking to purchase 7 million pairs of identification (visual and RFID tags) with HDX technology to be used with cattle, operative with the Animal System of Registration and Identification (SIRA). Background information: Since 2016 it is mandatory in Uruguay to register all animals born in the country, in SIRA. The Ministry of Agriculture provides the tags for the cattle identification and tracking. Due date to present offers: 28 September, 2021. Web site: http://www.comprasestatales.gub.uy/consultas/detalle/id/872898. For more information, contact Alicia.Machado@trade.gov
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