Growth | Import | Export
A bridge between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, Turkey’s geographic location and booming economy should be inspiring Australian exporters to investigate business opportunities. Nukte Ogun reports. Export eyes are now on Turkey. As the country enters a modernisation process to boost its economic prosperity and impress the European Union (EU) during accession talks, trade […]
The winners from each state have been chosen and the DHL Australian Exporter of the Year is soon to be announced. This year will mark Austrade’s 45th year of awarding exporting excellence. Now recognised as one of the most important events in the Australian business calendar, all states across Australia have elected finalists who will […]
The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme is a key Australian Government financial assistance program for aspiring and current exporters. Administered by Austrade, the scheme supports a wide range of industry sectors and products, including inbound tourism and the export of intellectual property and know-how outside Australia. Click here to find out more & apply.
The Australian dollar, currently worth more than 92 cents, has hit a 23 year high. And while cheaper imports and holidays seem fantastic, there is a downside for businesses; in particular for exporters. "There is a dark side to a strong currency, and if the Aussie dollar runs too hard, there will be segments of […]
It’s now the Year of the Cat in Geelong after the town’s all conquering Aussie Rules team won the premiership – But there have been some more reasons to celebrate in Geelong off the field as well. Geelong and the neighbouring surf coast area is booming after some lean years economically following the shakedown of […]
Hypermarkets are taking off in China and driving mass grocery retail sales, which are expected to grow 70 percent by 2011. Hypermarkets offer all that can be found in supermarkets and department stores together, and are surpassing the growth rate of Chinese supermarkets. “A single hypermarket can offer a low price by ordering large quantities […]
The Australian dollar is now in the high 80 US cent territory a level not seen since the 1980s when Bob Hawke was Prime Minister and Warwick Capper was flying high with the Geoffrey Edelsten-run Sydney Swans. Strewth – that was a long time ago! There is even some speculation that the Aussie battler will […]
Franchising overseas can be a great option for businesses in a country with a limited home market, such as ours. Domini Stuart looks at what it takes to get ready, and how some successful working models took the international leap. Of the 6.6 billion people in the world, around 20 million live in Australia and […]
Payment gaps in the export process can cause havoc with cash flow. Peter Mace examines solutions to help you better manage your export finances. There are many challenges for exporters, from finding a buyer and finalising a contract, through to organising a shipment and getting paid for it. Many of these steps involve costs and […]
How do you approach the massive US market? Is the FTA really helping? Is our strong dollar really eroding our advantages? Joe Parkes examines the big picture and looks at how successful exporters are working around problems To Australian exporters, America often beckons like the biggest and most bountiful apple tree in the international trade […]
Importing can give a business a unique niche at home, and can also be necessary to manufacturing products for export. Adeline Teoh looks at the crucial steps for setting up for import, and where you can find specific answers to particular questions. Importing can be a rewarding way to sell to the Australian market, but […]
Importing can give a business a unique niche at home, and can also be necessary to manufacturing products for export. Adeline Teoh looks at the crucial steps for setting up for import, and where you can find specific answers to particular questions. Importing can be a rewarding way to sell to the Australian market, but […]
Hong Kong Tade and Development Council – www.hktrader.net Hong Kong Trade & Development Council enhances your efforts to expand your business in international trade by providing marketing opportunities, business matching services, market intelligence and SME development programmes.
Australian exporters travelling to France for the Rugby World Cup can participate in Business Club Australia, an award-winning business-matching and networking program designed by Austrade to maximise export opportunities around major sporting events. Austrade CEO Peter O’Byrne urged Australian exporters journeying to France to join Business Club Australia and receive free access to networking events […]
Our dollar’s dream run could turn into a nightmare for exporters – Cameron Cooper looks at risk management options for riding the highs and lows of currency fluctuation. Our national pride rises and falls with the fortunes of the Australian dollar. Think back to 2000, when the little Aussie battler got the staggers, hovering around a […]
‘Good morning Vietnam’ is on the lips of Australian exporters as they wake up to new opportunities in this fast-growing economy – Nukte Ogun reports Vietnam’s transition from a centrally-planned to market-based economy has been anything but smooth. Modern day Vietnam still has numerous challenges to face. However, Australian exporters will find abundant prospects in […]
In an effort to boost trade in Japan with Sydney businesses, the Japanese Government is funding a free seminar on 3rd October run by Austrade, the Australian Government’s export development agency. Austrade’s Sapporo-based Trade Commissioner, Sally Phillips said outside of Tokyo, in Japanese regions such as Kutchan, local governments are implementing strategies to assist investment […]
With export opportunities broadening in Japan, now is a good time to consider sending a staff member over to establish a presence. "The Japanese Government has announced a policy direction to increase foreign investment from 2.8 percent to 10 percent by the year 2010," explains Michael Clifton, Austrade’s Osaka/Japan-based senior trade commissioner. "This in turn […]
NSW businesses are invited by Austrade to learn about the place to be – North East Asia – at a free Small Business Month September 2007 event. Austrade’s Regional Director, North East Asia, Laurie Smith said the North East Asian markets of Japan, China, South Korea, Hong Kong and Taiwan collectively account for over a […]
The success of Australia’s long-term relationship with India will rely heavily on the commercial links that Australian businesses develop, the Minister for Trade, Warren Truss, said today. Speaking at an Australia India Business Council’s luncheon in Adelaide commemorating the 60th year of Indian Independence, Mr Truss said India has become one of Australia’s most significant […]
