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Welcome to Export Update

Bringing you all the latest in Australian export news and information.

Latest findings of the 2008 DHL Export Barometer: Australian Export Trends

The Airport Economist: Australian exporters conquering global markets

Join Tim Harcourt — the airport economist — as he travels the globe in chase of Australian international business success and unravels the economic life of the many countries he visits. This witty and informative book aims to motivate and equip business people with export market information to help achieve export success. Read more

Business Success at Beijing 2008 Olympics

Over 40 Australian companies have secured over 50 contracts as a result of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. The Business Club Australia Beijing 2008 program will showcase Australia’s Olympic business successes to the international community. Find out more

Changes to Export Market Development Grant from 1 July 2009 

Businesses applying for an Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) in the 2008-09 grant year will be able to take advantage of new scheme rules. Legislation has just been passed to give effect to a number of changes to the scheme from 1 July 2009. Find out more


Australian Seafood Industry Tasting in Madrid

Australian Seafood Industry Tasting in MadridIn September, Austrade Madrid will collaborate with renowned chef, César Rodriguez, to present fine Australian seafood to an exclusive audience of chefs, importers and the media. Australian exporters of high quality live and processed seafood should consider profiling products in this event while attracting to one of the world’s most innovative culinary destinations. Discover more

Export Snapshot – Discover South Africa

South AfricaYour quick economic guide to South Africa, including a summary of key economic and trade statistics, especially designed with the busy Australian exporter (or potential exporter) in mind. Find out more

Hong Kong – NSW Business Awards Now Open

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council together with the Hong Kong Australia Business Association – NSW Chapter, is encouraging business participants to enter in the annual Hong Kong – NSW Business Awards of Excellence. Find out more

Trend Watch: Education to Malaysia

Malaysia has shown significant growth in the educational services sector growing 16.6 per cent from 2006 to 2007. Establish a presence in conjunction with Malaysian education partners as this market proves to show potential for educational and training institutions. 
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What are the Steps to Begin Exporting?

The two crucial keys to achieving success are careful selection of likely countries for your product and plenty of 'desk research' in order to identify those markets’ characteristics. 
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2008 Export Awards Applications Closing Soon

Australian Export Awards2008 Export Awards programs are run in each state and territory to celebrate the export success of Australian companies. Applications for Queensland will be closing very soon on 1 August followed by Victoria on 30 July. Uncover more

Register now for Small Business September 08

Take advantage of the wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities at Small Business September 08 events by connecting with clients and other business operators, embracing innovation to contribute to your growth. Discover more

Business Success at Beijing 2008 Olympics

Over 40 Australian companies have secured over 50 contracts as a result of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. The Business Club Australia Beijing 2008 program will showcase Australia’s Olympic business successes to the international community. Find out more

Upcoming Export and Import Courses

The Australian Institute of Export’s short courses and workshops in export and import procedures provide participants with current facts, regulations and advice on exporting tangible products from Australia. Find out more

Upcoming Events 

OZBuild Jakarta 2008
12 and 13 Aug 2008: Jakarta, Indonesia
Tap into Indonesia’s US$38 billion-and-growing building and construction industry.

Pet Fair Asia 2008
3-6 September 2008: Shanghai, China
Be part of China’s leading pet industry exhibition Pet Fair Asia 2008. Attract more than 350 pet and aquatic product suppliers and over 20,000 visitors from around the world. China’s top manufacturers, importers, exporters, agents, dealers, distributors and retailers attend Pet Fair Asia annually to network with potential partners and new suppliers.

World Youth and Student Travel Conference
13–17 Sept 2008: United States of America
Expand your global network and meet key stakeholders, organisations in youth, student and educational travel companies at the World Youth and Student Travel Conference.

Medica 2008
19-22 Nov 2008: Germany
As the world's premier health and medical trade fair, Medica offers you global exposure to both Europe and the rest of the world. Austrade will once again support an Australian National Pavilion in 2008.

     

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