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a Kentucky World Trade Center Publication |
August 14 , 2008
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KWTC News :Australia trade mission a success Trade mission participants and their guides prepare to go underground at the Centennial Coal facility in Hunter Valley. The Kentucky World Trade Center just completed a successful coal trade mission to Australia. The "down under in Down Under" trip featured visits to several local mines, as well as meetings with government officials. John Waugh, Vice President of Marketing for PHOENIX Process Equipment Company, participated in the trade mission. "The KWTC Australia coal trade mission was a great blend of meetings with Queensland and New South Wales officials, Sydney-based U.S. Commercial Service coal specialists, and corporate management from major coal producers. It also included on-site facility visits to mines and prep plants. I was very pleased that the schedule also allowed time for visits with my local sales reps."  Heavy coal carts wait to be loaded onto ships at a PWCS dock. Port Waratah Coal Services operates the world's largest and most efficient coal handling facility. Jim Booth, CEO of Booth Energy, also attended. "The trip to Australia was very productive and educational. We were able to meet with representatives of several major coal companies and tour their facilities. I’m very impressed with Australian coal technologies and operations, as well as with the support that their government has given to the coal industry. I am looking forward to using what I have learned from this trip to improve our operations here in Kentucky."
Explore opportunities in China with the KWTC The KWTC is already gearing up for another trade mission, to occur October 18-26, 2008. Leaders in business, government, and education will travel to China to strengthen trade contacts and look for new opportunities. During the eight-day trip, delegates will be traveling to Shanghai, Xi'an, and Beijing. The mission fee is $5200, which includes international and domestic airfare, accomodations, transportation, all meals, business meetings, and cultural activities. For more information, please contact Marie Davis at marie.davis@kwtc.org or 859-258-3139. Click here to view the China trade mission flyer International Trade News :Progress seen in FTA talks with Malaysia Uniform rules of origin proposed for imported State Dept. proposes increase in registration New requirements for importers of goods made Travelers' laptops may be detained at border Shipping costs start to crimp globalization China to overtake U.S. as largest manufacturer |
Featured Events :Global Business Forum Featuring Presented by Greater Louisville Inc.
Ky International Convention Center Friday, August 22, 2008
RSVP Click here to view flyer Export Documentation, Procedures & Compliance Management Presented by
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Sarah Reynolds, Senior Consultant at the World Academy, will train export professionals on various export procedures, including AES, Incoterms, NAFTA rules of origin, HTS classification, and more. Tuesday, September 16 Stites and Harbison Sponsored by RSVP Click here to view flyer Check out our Calendar of Events! Member News :Louisville could gain 35 jobs with an annual payroll of $1.9 million if two companies with local operations move forward with expansion plans currently under consideration. Read the full article at Business First Trade Corner :Did you know?
BB&T offers a broad range of international services, including export financing and international funds transfers. Click here for more information Need help finding international staff?The Kentucky World Trade Center can help! We keep resumes on file for qualified individuals looking for international positions, and we'd be glad to assist with referrals. by Cliff Elgin,
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