Virginia Conference on World Trade – Don’t Forget to Register!
If you have not done so already, don’t forget to register for the 67th Virginia Conference on World Trade. Take advantage of the opportunity to network with 200 + Virginia exporters and confirm 1-on-1...
View ArticleSix of the Top Free Apps for International Business Travel
Smartphones have made business travel much simpler by using apps to book flights and hotels, track expenses, and make calls. Here are some of the best, free apps every international business traveler...
View ArticleUpdates for Defense Companies
Updates for Defense Companies Defense Export Training Be sure to join us on November 5th at the Virginia Conference on World Trade in Norfolk, Virginia, for defense export training. Joining us for the...
View ArticleSingapore – Opportunities for Virginia Exporters
The U.S.-Singapore Free Trade Agreement went into effect on January 1, 2004. Singapore is the United States’ thirteenth largest export market and seventeenth largest trading partner. The agreement...
View ArticleVirginia Opportunity – Hannover Messe 2016
Hannover Messe, considered the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology, is a trade show that highlights innovations and groundbreaking solutions in energy, digital factory, industrial...
View ArticleWhat the TPP Means for Virginia Exporters
On October 5, 2015, Ministers of the 12 Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) countries – Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, United States,...
View ArticleContract is ‘game changer’ for Roanoke company
If schools in Virginia didn’t know Interactive Achievement’s name before, they may soon. The Roanoke-based firm is one of two companies that landed a contract from the Virginia Department of Education...
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2017 Beyond Virginia Calendar Contest
Have Your Company Featured in the 2017 Beyond Virginia Calendar Contest! Showcase the products and services your company sells around the world. The Beyond Virginia Calendar is designed to highlight...
View ArticleThree Must-See Videos Before Doing Business Abroad
Three Must-See Videos Before Doing Business Abroad Growing your sales abroad can be a confusing process. To get you the information you need to know, we’ve teamed up with experts to bring you three...
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Container Weight Mandate
In four months (effective date is July 1, 2016), all shippers subject to Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) requirements will be held responsible for providing the verified gross mass (VGM) of every single...
View ArticleThe Security & Defense Industry in the United Arab Emirates
Although its security and defense industry shares many similarities to other countries across the globe, the UAE’s security and defense industry is complex. Companies should keep in mind that as a...
View ArticleITAR for Government Contractors
One of the most important areas of regulation for defense contractors is the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (“ITAR”). ITAR are the State Department controls that regulate the defense...
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UPS X-PORT Challenge
Your business could win $10,000 in free export credits from UPS! You’re invited to participate in the UPS X-PORT Challenge, a competitive event that helps local businesses connect with the world. This...
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Are you risking your company’s compliance by relying on your freight forwarder?
When exporting a product or service, whether defense-related or dual-use, regulated by ITAR or EAR, it is important to remember that as the exporter, the U.S. government requires you to take steps to...
View ArticleSpotlight On: Virginia Leaders in Export Trade (VALET) Program
This case study was published in the International Economic Development Council’s (IEDC) “Economic Development Credit Analysis and Finance” manual. The economic importance of exports for states and...
View ArticleVirginia Exporter Spotlight: First Line Technology
Q&A with Amit Kapoor President, First Line Technology, LLC Chantilly, Virginia First Line Technology, LLC designs and manufactures disaster preparedness and emergency response equipment, including...
View ArticleVirginia Exporter Spotlight: TMEIC Corporation
Q&A with Michael Cooper, Marketing Director TMEIC Corporation Roanoke, Virginia TMEIC drives industry around the world through a comprehensive offering of unique systems solutions including...
View ArticleVirginia Exporter Spotlight: Wako Chemicals USA, Inc.
Q&A with Lisa Komski Senior Manager, LAL and Export Divisions Wako Chemicals USA, Inc. Wako Chemicals USA, Inc. is an international corporation supplying a variety of innovative clinical diagnostic...
View ArticleTop 10 Tips for Every International Traveler
Preparing for International Travel Sign your passport and fill in the emergency information on your passport Ensure your passport has at least six months validity from your planned date of return to...
View ArticleInternational Travel Packing List
We travel quite a bit at VEDP-International Trade. Check out the International Travel Packing List & Tips that we can’t live without! Packing List Passport Time and location of first appointment...
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