Aerospace Update: Boost Your International Sales In Europe!

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Department of Commerce
Aerospace Bulletin

Nov. 15, 2017

Boost Your International Sales In Europe!


Export Vouchers Available to Small Businesses

Don't miss these upcoming European shows. Join the Washington state delegation today and meet your export goals.

Joining a state trade delegation is an affordable and effective way to gain international visibility, market your products and services, increase your customer base, meet new international partners or distributors, strengthen existing connections and stay current with competitors' activity and industry trends. It also allows you to leverage the benefits of a fully staffed booth in a prime location, business-to-business matchmaking assistance, meeting space, marketing support, invitations to networking events, trade show logistics and more.

JEC World International Composites Event - Paris

March 6 - 8, 2018

The largest international gathering of composite industry professionals. Attendees will have access to the entire composites value chain and the newest research and development from around the industry.

Learn more here

Aircraft Interiors Expo – Hamburg

April 10-12, 2018

The world's largest event showcasing cabin interiors, in-flight entertainment, connectivity and passenger services.

Learn more here

Farnborough Airshow – UK

July 16 - 22, 2018

Attend the world’s largest aerospace trade show of the year. This is a unique opportunity to meet industry leaders, economic, political, institutional and technology industry players in a single venue. Access all levels of the global supply chain and showcase your latest technologies and new products to the world.

Learn more here

Participate in the Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit in Seattle!

  • 4th Aerospace & Defense Supplier Summit - Seattle, USA
    March 26 - 28, 2018
    The only venue for the global supply chain to connect with 100+ Boeing delegates through prearranged one-on-one meetings.
    Washington state companies benefit from a discounted rate. Export vouchers available.

To register and learn more, please contact our team today:

Isabelle De Wulf, Aerospace Export Assistance Manager

(206) 256-6143

Michele Ko, STEP Program Manager

(206) 256-6102

Other targeted international shows:

  • ILA Berlin
    April 25 - 29, 2018
    The most innovative trade event in aerospace.
  • Japan International Aerospace Exhibition - Tokyo, Japan
    Nov 28 - 30, 2018
    Learn more

     


    Export Vouchers Available to Small Businesses

    SBA

    The State Trade Expansion Program (STEP), supported through a grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration, can reimburse eligible small businesses for certain costs associated with export-related activities, such as trade shows, international airfare, registration fees, website translation and other related expenses. Vouchers are worth up to $5,000. To learn more and find out if your business qualifies for the program, please contact Michele Ko, STEP Export Voucher Program Manager, (206) 256-6102.


    Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance

    PNAA

    Holiday Party

    Dec. 7, 2017, Renton, WA

    “Aerospace Networking & Toy Drive”

    This event will feature networking with aerospace executive and appetizers, gift drawings and a toy drive for Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. Register now.


    PNAA

    17th Annual Aerospace Conference

    Feb. 12 - 15, 2018, Seattle, WA

    "Leading Through Change: Managing Transformation”

    This four-day event convenes a dynamic cross-section of the aerospace supply chain. Learn from leaders and experts on the latest trends, forecasts and analytics impacting the industry. Register now.


    2018 JCATI Request for Proposals

    JCATI

    Applications due Friday, March 2, 2018

    The Joint Center for Aerospace Technology Innovation is an economic development program for the Washington state aerospace industry. JCATI provides short-term funding for industry-academic collaborations with Washington’s public universities. JCATI awards are $50-100k.

    Register now.

    For more information, please contact Beth Hacker, bhacker@aa.washington.edu


    List of EFACW Trainings between Dec 2017 - Jun 2018

    Export Finance Assisstance Center

    • Innovative Brand and Online Sales for Global Markets (Seattle, Winter)
    • Protecting Ideas and Intellectual Property in the Global Market (Seattle, Winter)
    • Export Compliance (Seattle, Winter)
    • Creating Export Success with Jim Foley (Seattle, Spring)
    • Trade Finance for Community Lenders (Central Washington, Spring)
    • International Payment and Shipping Terms (Seattle, Spring)
    • Half-day training with EXIM and SBA (Eastern Washington, Spring)