Growth | Import | Export
If you are serious about exporting, it’s important to take the right steps in the right order. It beginswith research, develops into a plan, and gets off the ground with help from various sources. Charisse Gray considers the crucial steps and looks at the help on offer. If you’re preparing to enter the export arena […]
The unique skills of Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) are about to be launched into developing nations throughout Asia. A new global social responsibility program devised by SLSA in collaboration with logistics company DHL aims to enhance the rescue skills of lifesavers overseas, teaching them how to respond in a rescue situation. India will be […]
Unsure whether your product or service is ready for international markets? Let the export experts decide. Take your product or service for a test drive during Small Business September. Bring along a sample or product information for a one-on-one assessment with a member of our team, the experts in helping businesses accelerate into international markets. […]
Net-savvy business students can now view some key points on how to secure export success on Austrade’s website where thirty video clips, covering a wide range of international business issues and market information are now available. Leigh Derigo, Manager of Austrade’s Education Programs Unit said students like to access video clips for their assignments because […]
While the world continues to suffer from water shortages, one innovative Australian company is exporting some impressive solutions. The Adelaide based company Osmoflo recently completed a $2 million dollar project for the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) to ensure Hong Kong’s golfers continue to play on the greenest greens. Implementing strategies and technologies that had […]
Europe has emerged as the market exporters are setting their sights on for the coming year, according to the latest 2007 DHL Export Barometer. The report found 65 percent of exporters feel Europe is the market where they will increase their orders in the next 12 months, followed by China (61 percent) and South East […]
Engagement with the world by Australian small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) is increasing beyond exporting according to a new survey by International Business Wales (IBW). In a survey of 102 Australian SMEs in the first quarter of 2007, IBW’s Global Aspirations Study found that the top one third of Australian SMEs was engaged in […]
China’s mass grocery retail sales are forecast to grow by 70 per cent to 2011, coinciding with the phenomenon of hypermarkets driving demand for a piece of the Australian lifestyle, including food and beverages, according to Austrade. Austrade’s Guangzhou-based Senior Trade Commissioner, Alan Morrell said hypermarkets – which combine supermarkets with department stores – are […]
Insurance is a great way to help manage your export risk. David Huey looks at options that can make the difference between success and catastrophe. Growing your international client base is an exciting and potentially lucrative opportunity, but with increased growth comes increased risk. Are you covered? Transporting and delivering goods, currency fluctuations, language barriers, […]
The newly re-elected CEO of Austrade, Peter O’Byrne, offers his view of Australia’s history of trade, and where it’s headed in the future At the end of the 19th century, wool represented a staggering 40 percent of Australia’s exports. At the time of the first Australian export awards in 1963, our trade strengths still linked […]
Australia’s connection with the United Kingdom goes back longer than any other market, and our exports are thriving there. Cameron Bayley investigates the appeal, and the challenges, of the UK market. It’s not just Australia’s soap operas and pop stars making it big in the UK, plenty in other fields are flying the flag […]
So what makes Beijing so special? One reason is the whole China phenomenon. China will be keen to display its economic credentials to the world in Beijing and how advanced it is as an open market economy. This is particularly important to Australia as China, even (by calendar year 2006) second largest export market (worth […]
Stay ahead of the pack with the latest business information… Conference for Families in BusinessThe theme of Family Business Australia's ninth annual conference, 'Built to Last' encompasses both the business, and the family. It is not only for those families who are building a dynasty, but also for those families who seek to put the building […]
As much as exporters would perhaps like it, travelling to your market is not just a case of waking up one morning, snapping your fingers and suddenly being in Beijing discussing distribution deals with your agent. It takes preparation. Cameron Bayley uncovers an ABC of export travel advice A Advance planning. Austrade recommends starting […]
Known for its cultural and scenic diversity, South Africa is an ideal travel destination. Now, in a booming economy, Australian exporters are finding gold at the end of this African rainbow. Nukte Ogun reports. Post-apartheid South Africa’s economic upswing has been remarkable. Following years of economic isolation, South Africa’s financial market has become Africa’s […]
Our services export industry is booming. Joe Parkes takes in a statistical overview and looks at some of the big deals our exporters are cutting in overseas markets. They are Hollywood stars, teachers in India, environmentalists in Vietnam, cinema chain operators in South America, forensics technologists at Scotland Yard, health specialists in Europe, Olympics planners […]
As awareness about ethical products and services grows, it’s becoming harder for companies to hide practices that don’t fit with consumer expectations. Domini Stuart reports Doing business at a distance will always present practical challenges. Every international trader has to negotiate issues around currency, transport, representation and distribution. Increasingly, exporters and importers also have to […]
Now in their 42nd year, the Australian Export Awards are an annual pat-on-the-back for companies involved in international business, recognising those who achieve excellence in exporting. Megan Sheerin takes a look at eight of last year’s entrants to see what makes them global go-getters, and how they intend to keep it up. For many Australian […]
What's exporting where, and how to get involved… The U.S. Music Market Current technology means it’s never been easier for Australian artists to enter the US market, according to Austrade. The increase in digital tools, such as social networking site MySpace and video-sharing site YouTube, has meant there’s been a large influx of Australian artists […]
The world is curious about Australia—our environment, people and lifestyle. Rebecca Spicer explores the significance of Australiana products and services on the world market, and emerging opportunities for exporters. From the fluffy stuffed koala and the novelty boomerang, to Australian produce and international celebrities, our Australiana exports are certainly eclectic. While there are no real […]
