Inctoterms define the tasks, costs and risks that buyers and sellers take on in an international transaction. But if you’ve read through the definitions of these 11 trade terms, you know that choosing the best term for your sale isn’t straightforward. You need to use a term that protects you, the seller, but also one...

This presentation, based on Gary’s article, “After the Dust Settles…” published in the November 2020 issue of Supply Chain Management Review, describes how organizations can survive and thrive in the post-Covid world. Covid-19 was not a Black Swan event but an accelerant of rapid change that has and will continue to profoundly affect supply chains...

Overview: Join the U.S. Commercial Service for a virtual "Coffee Chat" discussing the latest construction statistics and trends in Australia, Japan, and Korea. Objectives: Educate U.S. exporters of construction trends and activities in Australia, Japan, and Korea. Share the latest statistics and encourage interaction with the U.S. Commercial Service. Event Information: Learn about construction activities...

Overview: On Dec 6 at 7pm ET join our webinar that will provide you with an overview of the IVD market in China, market opportunities, market access requirements, IP considerations, and regulatory updates. The cost to register is $25 per participant. Objectives: US companies will learn about China's in-vitro diagnostics market. Event Information: The IVD...

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is hosting a virtual business briefing for U.S. companies interested in water and wastewater sector opportunities in Ecuador. The virtual business briefing will provide an opportunity for U.S. companies to connect with key Ecuadorian decision makers and learn about upcoming projects in the water and wastewater sector. This...

Join the U.S. Commercial Service for a virtual presentation on the CE Mark from Bob Straetz, EU Specialist, Office of European Union and Regional Affairs, U.S. Department of Commerce. About 50% of US Exports heading to the EU are required to have the CE Mark. The main industries affected are: machinery, radio equipment, electronics and...

Standards enable small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to innovate and grow while addressing the safety, quality and interoperability of their products and services.  Join U.S. and EU government and private sector representatives in a webinar to learn more about technology standards best practices and available resources for SMEs.

Overview: Join us on Dec. 13, 2022, in cooperation with the US Commercial Service Calgary, Alberta and other industry experts for an educational webinar that will help you learn about energy sectors and energy opportunities in Canada. Objectives: Join us in cooperation with the US Commercial Service Calgary, Alberta for an educational webinar that will...

SelectUSA along with the U.S. Commercial Service in Brazil will host the 6th edition of a facilitated investment mission (aka roadshow) in Sao Paulo, Brazil between February 6 through 8. This will be an great opportunity for U.S. economic development organizations (EDOs) to meet with potential investors and showcase the uniqueness of their regions. During...

Join us on December 20 at 8:00am EST for a webinar higlighting opportunities in Saudi Arabia, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Hear directly from U.S. diplomats and exclusive private sector speakers. Companies will also learn more about the Middle East Clean Tech Trade Mission to these markets taking place in March 2023. More...

It doesn’t matter how big your company is, you are required to abide by the rules of exporting. Ignore them, and you could face hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines, the loss of future export privileges and—in the most egregious cases—even jail time. This one-hour webinar explains the essential compliance activities you and your...