Florida International Trade News & Events - December 11, 2012

Florida International Trade News & Events             December 11, 2012

Welcome to Enterprise Florida's International trade news & events newsletter! New Partner trade events this week: Journalists Roundtable on Latin America(Coral Gables, Florida) Events are listed in order by date.  Please contact individual event  organizers for additional information. Programs & Services for Florida Exporters       Exporting Assistance       Florida Export Directory       Trade Event Grants       World Bank Opportunities       Florida Trade Offices       International Offices       Enterprise Florida, Inc. Calendar of Events For a complete listing of Enterprise Florida events, please click the link below.

To be added to our Trade Events mailing list please send full company and contact information to trade@eflorida.com Enterprise Florida Trade Events CeBIT 2013   March 5-9, 2013 Hannover, Germany Join Enterprise Florida at CeBIT 2013, the world’s leading marketplace for ICT and Digital Technologies! CeBIT 2013 offers a unique opportunity to showcase your company at the world’s most exciting platform for sales, marketing and networking in the world of ICT. More than 4,000 exhibitors from over 70 countries participated at CeBIT 2012. Exhibitors can benefit from an effective combination of trade show, conferences and networking platforms. The show facilitates efficient networking of business, science, politics and the media at an international level — plus an unparalleled concentration of decision-makers and investment potential. WHO SHOULD EXHIBIT AT CEBIT 2013? Auto ID & RFID Banking & Finance World Business Communication & Networks including Wireless Communication and Mobile Solutions Enterprise Storage Solutions Virtualization Hardware and Multimedia Solutions Transport, Logistics & Navigation And more! Trade Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity!  For further information, please contact: Ms. Andrea Moore Enterprise Florida Inc. amoore@eflorida.com 2013 Dubai International Boat Show March 5-9, 2013 Dubai, U.A.E. The Middle East remains one of the most affluent regions in the world and companies from all over the globe will be showcasing the latest designs and innovations at the Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS). With an impressive display of boats and super yachts in the Middle East and the largest, most lucrative gathering of VIP’s and Royal families; DIBS delivers the ultimate meeting point for the region’s most prosperous buyers. Attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year, DIBS is one of the few events worldwide where companies constantly experience an impressive return on investment. After a year hiatus, Enterprise Florida is taking the lead on a Florida pavilion at this show. Florida continues to be the only U.S. state with a group presence thus enhancing our state’s visibility as the premier state for the marine industry.  We’ve secured premier locations for a variety of exhibitors. If you are a Florida-based business and interested in the Middle East Region, exhibiting within the Florida pavilion can help your company maximize its exposure in the most cost-effective manner. Trade Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity!   For further information, please contact: Larry Bernaksi Enterprise Florida Inc. lbernaski@eflorida.com  Hospitalar 2013 May 21-24, 2013 Sao Paulo, Brazil Hospitalar is the most important health fair in Brazil and Latin America. The show features products ranging from the most sophisticated state-of-the-art medical technology to disposables. Almost 90,000 professional visitors and over 1,250 exhibitors are anticipated at this year’s show. The Market Brazil is the largest economy in South America with the highest potential in the healthcare market. Brazil has over 6,400 hospitals and 15,000 clinics and healthcare establishments. The Brazilian healthcare market is over $125 billion. Imports account for approximately 25% of the market, with the U.S. providing 50% of all imports. The medical equipment market is over $6.0 billion. The continued expansion of the Brazilian private health care sector, particularly in the HMO sector, should create new opportunities for U.S. exporters, particularly for more advanced medical equipment, disposables, diagnostic devices, implants and components. Deadline to register is March 1, 2013 For further information, please contact: Michael Schiffhauer Enterprise Florida, Inc. mschiffhauer@eflorida.com Paris Air Show 2013 June 17-23, 2013 Paris, France Florida Governor Rick Scott and Secretary of Commerce Gray Swoope will lead the Florida delegation to next year's Paris Air Show! The Paris Air Show has been the world's leading aviation and space event for over 100 years and the 50th Paris Air Show is no exception! Paris 2013 will take place at Le Bourget Exhibition Centre from June 17th – 23rd, 2013. Paris, once again plays host to all the industry's players from across the globe to showcase the latest technological innovations. The first four days of the show, exclusively for trade visitors, are followed by three days for the general public. The FLORIDA PAVILION, once again, enjoys a premier location where Florida’s industry and economic development community can meet existing clients along with new prospects! Trade Grants are available to help offset your exhibition cost in this show. Please let EFI know if you wish to receive more details on this opportunity! For further information, please contact: Ken Cooksey Enterprise Florida Inc. kcooksey@eflorida.com

Partner Trade Events (New!) Journalists Roundtable on Latin America December 13, 2012 Coral Gables, Florida The Center for Hemispheric Policy is hosting a program entitled “Journalists Roundtable on Latin America.” Featured journalists’ will share their viewpoints on: Alternative political scenarios in countries of the region The impact of the global economic situation on the region’s economies Security challenges in the region and their impact on journalists Purposeful Service in a Plugged in World January 16, 2013 Fort Myers, Florida The Southwest Regional Manufactures Association invites you to attend the seminar “Purposeful Service in a Plugged in World.” This seminar will teach you about servicing your clients in an increasingly 24/7 world. Featured speakers include: Bryan Hayes of White Lodging and a CEO Panel featuring Kevin Hawkesworth of Shaw Development and Ken Kirby of Transdermal Delivery Solutions. Manny Mencia from Enterprise Florida will update the group on export opportunities for Florida manufacturers.    MiaGreen Expo & Conference    January 31-February 1, 2013 Miami Beach, Florida   The MiaGreen Expo & Conference is the only event in the United States providing access to the ever-growing, non-stoppable green, renewable and sustainable markets for ALL the Americas. With its unique marketing mix (80% US + 20% Latin America & the Caribbean), MiaGreen has developed as the one-stop, all-inclusive, interactive conference and marketplace for SUSTAINABILITY, combining a major trade show with front edge extensive educational and networking programs.   Trade Mission: South India & Sri Lanka Infrastructure, Hospitality, Healthcare, Environment & IT    February 3-8, 2013 Chennai & Cochin, India and Colombo, Sri Lanka   Explore the markets in Chennai, Cochin and Colombo! Join the U.S. Department of Commerce in this multi sector Trade Mission to South India and Sri Lanka and increase your sales to these booming markets! With soon-to-be implemented infrastructure and industrial facilities in South India and Sri Lanka, now is the time for U.S. firms to play a major role in design, construction, engineering and management of signature projects in the region. This trade mission will help participating firms gain market insights, make industry contacts, solidify business strategies, and advance specific projects, with the goal of increasing U.S. exports of goods and services to India and Sri Lanka.   2013 International Days Featuring Keynote Speaker Tom Donohue, President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce April 1-3, 2013 Tallahassee, Florida   Join the Florida Chamber of Commerce and Florida’s international business community to hear from top international trade experts and promote the significant role international business has in Florida’s economy and in your business. Participants will have the opportunity to: Meet with Florida’s legislators and top decision makers to promote the importance of trade and international business Discuss the importance of manufacturing exports and the industry’s significant role in our goal to double Florida-origin exports in 5 years  Hear from experts on trade issues and regulations affecting Florida’s international business economy and more

Trade Leads from Enterprise Florida

Enterprise Florida is pleased to bring you our latest International Trade Leads.  To view a SUMMARY of the trade leads, please click here. To view the DETAILED REPORTS, please click here. About our Trade Leads What Are They?  Trade leads include foreign companies who are interested in making direct purchases from Florida companies, acting as a manufacturer's representative or agent/distributor, and joint ventures.  In support of EFI's Africa Trade Expansion Program, we also provide leads from African companies looking to sell their products or services to Florida and the U.S. Where Do They Come From?  The majority of these leads are generated by our International Offices in 14 overseas markets.  How Can I Follow Up On These Leads?  If you wish to follow up on any of these leads, you can contact the foreign company directly with the information provided on the detailed report.  We ask that you also copy the International Office or Florida staff-person that submitted the lead.  Their information is also included in the report.  Please be sure to mention that you received this information from Enterprise Florida. Florida distributors should be aware that they may be required to have the right to distribute products in a particular country before doing business there.  Please contact the person who submitted the lead if you have any questions. What Else Does Enterprise Florida Do For Florida Exporters?  To learn more about Enterprise Florida’s programs and services for Florida exporters, please visit our website at www.eflorida.com/export.  You can also view our calendar of international trade events online at www.eflorida.com/calendar. How Can I Get More Help?  For additional assistance, questions or comments about our trade leads or other programs, please contact your local Enterprise Florida trade representative.

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Industry Spotlight Continued Growth in Aviation & Aerospace in Florida Few states can match the broad range of aviation and aerospace expertise available in Florida. That's why virtually every major industry contractor has significant operations in the Sunshine State. In fact, the number of aerospace companies grew by 4.1% and the number of aviation employees grew by 7.0% in Florida from 2010 to 2011. Today, Florida is the #2 state in aviation, aerospace and space establishments, with more than 2,000 companies and over 87,000 employees. Among the assets attracting aviation & aerospace companies to Florida is the state's top-rated workforce, which includes tens of thousands of active duty military personnel and veterans, rocket scientists, and other highly qualified workers. Combined with a world-class infrastructure that includes 22 airports with runways of 10,000 ft (3,000 m) or more and three spaceports, Florida's advantages for the industry are hard to beat. The diversity of this sector in the state is also exceptional, as some recent announcements of aviation & aerospace companies locating in Florida confirm. From unmanned aerial vehicles to new launch vehicles – Florida does it all! • XCOR Aerospace launches a new East Coast base & 150 Florida jobs XCOR Aerospace has chosen Florida for its new East Coast U.S. operations base, and if market demand allows, a new manufacturing and assembly center for its suborbital reusable launch vehicles . more • Gainesville's Altavian wins U.S. Army Corps of Engineers UAS contract Altavian, founded by University of Florida graduate students in 2011, received a five-year contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to maintain and support its unmanned aircraft used for surveys and inspections in Florida and Puerto Rico . more • New headquarters and more jobs on the way for AeroTurbine Aviation AeroTurbine Aviation, a Miami aviation supply company, will expand to a new 264,000-square-foot building in Miramar, creating 75 new jobs and establishing its new corporate headquarters . more • Rocket company relocating to Florida – and bringing up to 1,300 jobs In another big win for Florida's Space Coast, Rocket Crafters announced plans to invest $72M to leave Utah and re-launch in Titusville – creating up to 1,300 full-time Florida jobs . more • Increased Demand Propels Air Technology Engines to Expand in Naples Due to the increase its repair and overhaul business, Air Technology Engines has already doubled its workforce over the past year and is now expanding manufacturing space and hiring more workers . more If your aviation & aerospace company is looking to establish or relocate a facility, consider the advantages of a Florida location. Call 407-956-5600 or e-mail us at information@eflorida.com for more information today!

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	• Nuance Communications announces project to add 115 jobs Nuance Communications and the Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast announced an expansion project in Melbourne that will add 115 jobs during the next year. • Company to create 80 jobs in Manatee's old Wellcraft building A Cape Coral company has announced plans to purchase the former Wellcraft facility in South Manatee to expand its composite tool-making business, creating 80 new jobs during the next three years at the long vacant site. • Orlando software company lands new venture capital, plans expansion Boosted by a big infusion of Silicon Valley venture capital, software developer Pentaho Corp. said Tuesday it is expanding its operations and adding jobs companywide, including at its Orlando headquarters. • Jacksonville port gains shipping line to Latin America SC, a shipping line specializing in automobile cargo, is calling on Jacksonville with a ship that can carry up to 3,000 automobiles. SC will make stops twice a month at the Talleyrand terminal to load new GM vehicles along with used heavy equipment. • New scientific company coming to Westshore Biologics Development Services said today it would open a new laboratory in Tampa, creating up to 15 jobs and $1.2 million in capital investment. • South American packing company relocates to Fort Lauderdale, brings 200 jobs Stretch Wrap Packaging Industries, a manufacturer for the logistics industry, has relocated their manufacturing facilities from South America to Fort Lauderdale. The company, whose total foreign direct investment is $12 million, has committed to add 200 jobs over the next three years. Resources to Help You Grow Your Business Business Support & Information in Time of Disaster One of Enterprise Florida's less known functions is to serve as a communication conduit for local economic development organizations that provide disaster-related information and support to businesses. EFI offers tools to conduct business damage assessment surveys and lists of state and federal resources to be distributed to businesses preparing for, responding to and recovering from a storm. EFI staff also supports the State Emergency Operations Center efforts with planning and communications services. More specifically, Enterprise Florida: • Coordinates pre- and post- event conference calls with local economic development organizations and business support partners to maximize input on damage assessment, need identification, and resource delivery. • Coordinates the distribution of the business damage assessment surveys to local economic development organizations, who will in turn distribute to businesses in the county. • Assists local economic development organizations with a pre-made template EDO CEMP with the necessary sample legislative letters, documents and checklists for an emergency plan to assist businesses. • Relays to ESF-18 any requests from the local economic development organizations for equipment or resources to assist businesses in affected counties. • Assists in staffing the ESF 18 (when EFI personnel are available). For more information and resources, please visit www.eflorida.com/prepared.

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