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Attending USTDA-sponsored conferences is another way U.S. suppliers can make their products known to foreign procurement officials. USTDA conferences bring together U.S. engineers, developers, financiers and suppliers. They are geared toward providing details on major multi-million dollar project opportunities in specific regions of the world, typically covering one or more industry sectors. Some also focus on the results of recently completed USTDA-funded feasibility studies. The USTDA Calendar lists upcoming conferences and orientation visits. Questions regarding a specific conference can be directed to the listed contact listed or to USTDA staff.

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Conference and Orientation Visit Contractors

^USTDA Iraq Construction Sector Business Briefing - USTDA is conducting a Business Briefing to provide U.S. firms with the opportunity to meet with high-level Iraqi construction sector officials.  This Business Briefing relates directly to the reconstruction effort in Iraq and provides U.S. firms with the opportunity to hear from key, Iraqi Ministry decision makers and to market U.S. products, services and technology related to the construction of residential and commercial structures, as well as the construction of roads and bridges.  During USTDA’s Business Briefing, the Iraqi delegates will make presentations about current and future projects in their country that may offer opportunities for U.S. firms.  The presentations will be followed by pre-arranged, one-on-one meetings between the delegates and U.S. firms, designed to allow U.S. firms to present their products, services, and technology to the delegates.  Note:  Attendance for this event is full and no additional registrations will be accepted.  U.S. firms may obtain additional information about the Business Briefing by contacting USTDA contractor Global Marketing & Communications.

 

               October 19, 2004 (9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
               The Ritz-Carlton  
               1250 South Hayes Street
               Arlington, VA 
               Olympia Brescia

               Global Marketing and Communications
               (781) 641-2900
               obrescia@gmc-ideas.com            

 

^Chile U.S. Steel Bridge Technology Orientation Visit - USTDA is organizing an orientation visit for a delegation of officials from Chile's Ministry of Public Works and the private sector who are interested in learning more about steel bridge construction in the United States and increasing its application in Chile.  The visit will be designed to introduce the Chilean delegation to U.S. companies that could supply the equipment, materials, services and technology needed for their projects in Chile.  Investments in bridges, overpasses, viaducts, footbridges and other structures are estimated to be in the range of US$80-100 million per year, according to projections by the Department of Bridges of the Chilean Ministry of Public Works. 

 

               October 24-November 2, 2004
               Chicago, IL; Washington, D.C. (other cities TBD)  
               Barbara J. Hutchison

               Technical Resources Int’l, Inc.
               (301) 897-7424
               (301) 897-7403 fax

               bhutchison@tech-res.com 

               www.tech-res-intl.com/ustda/steelbridges/           

 

Note:  A business briefing will be held on October 26 in Chicago, IL at:

 

               Radisson Hotel and Suites

               160 East Huron Street

               Chicago, IL

 

^Peru Transportation Infrastructure Orientation Visit - The Supervisory Authority of Investments in the Public Transportation Infrastructure (OSITRAN), the Peruvian investment regulatory agency, is in the process of adopting "best practice" standards and procedures to regulate and supervise operators of the Peruvian transportation infrastructure. This orientation visit (OV) would be designed to provide OSITRAN officials with the opportunity to visit U.S. airport, seaport, railroad, and highway operations to learn more about U.S. best practices in transportation infrastructure oversight and management.  The OV will consist of three separate delegation teams from OSITRAN that will be formed around three types of transportation operations facilities:  airports, seaports, and land-based transportation (railroad and highway).

 

               November 6-14, 2004
               New York, NY; Memphis, TN; Houston, TX;
               Jacksonville, FL; Newark, NJ; California

               Dan Moyes

               Labat-Anderson Inc.
               (210) 654-3546
               dmoyes@labat-texas.com 

 

*Latin America and Caribbean Port and Vessel Security Conference - USTDA, in cooperation with Han Padron Associates, is sponsoring a three-day conference on International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) code certification and implementation requirements for the region.  The conference will provide guidance and training to port officials involved in the operation and security of ports and vessels, and will bring together port officials, U.S. government officials, and private sector representatives.  The ISPS code strengthens maritime security and prevents acts of terrorism by imposing detailed security-related requirements for Governments, port authorities, and shipping companies.

 

               November 10-12, 2004

               Adam’s Mark Hotel

               225 Coast Line Drive East

               Jacksonville, FL

               Robert Ulrich

               Han-Padron Associates

               (703) 796-1460

               rulrich@han-padron.com

               www.rsvpregister.com/event.php?683

 

U.S.-Mexico Trade Security Symposium - USTDA, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Mexican Trade Council are sponsoring a symposium that consist of four one-day conferences to be held in Mexico’s top industrial cities:  Monterrey, Tijuana, Guadalajara and Mexico City.  The objective of this symposium is to bring together U.S. government officials, private sector representatives, and Mexican manufacturers to discuss how supply chains can be modernized throughout the region and the benefits that will result from securing the avenues of international trade.

 

               November 30, 2004 (Mexico City, MX)
               December 2, 2004 (Monterrey, MX)
               January 25, 2005 (Guadalajara, MX)
               January 27, 2005 (Tijuana, MX) 
               Debbie Palmer

               Decision/Analysis Partners
               (703) 255-1101 x.112
               dpalmer@decisionanalysis.net
               www.mexicotradesecurity.com            

 

Son La Environmental and Project Management Orientation Visit – USTDA will bring 10 officials from the Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) to the United States to familiarize them with U.S. project management and environmental engineering services.  Site visits will be scheduled to U.S. dam facilities and to relevant U.S. Government agencies, to help EVN develop its Son La Hydropower Project with minimal environmental impact.

 

               November 2004
               San Diego; San Francisco; Washington, DC
               Olympia Brescia

               Global Marketing and Communications
               (781) 641-2900
               obrescia@gmc-ideas.com 

 

Note:  A business briefing for U.S. firms will be held (location TBD).

 

Indonesia Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) Orientation Visit – USTDA is sponsoring an orientation visit for Indonesian officials responsible for implementing the $32 million World Bank-funded IFMIS project to the United States.  The visit will include numerous site visits to municipal, state and federal entities that utilize U.S. technologies for their accounting and financial management activities.  This visit will build trade capacity in Indonesia through the promotion of information technology as a means of disseminating financial and marker information. The visit will also promote financial sector development and good governance.

 

               December 2004
               Las Vegas, NV; Washington, DC
               Bernard Markowicz

               Decision/Analysis Partners
               (703) 255-1101
               markowicz@decisionanalysis.net 

 

Bangladesh Healthcare Officials Orientation VisitUSTDA is sponsoring an orientation visit to introduce Bangladesh healthcare officials to the U.S. healthcare system, the hospital management field and U.S. hospital equipment providers.

 

               February 12-24, 2005
               Atlanta, GA; Pittsburgh, PA; Bethlehem, PA;
               
Washington, DC

               Debbie Palmer

               Decision/Analysis Partners
               (703) 255-1101 x.112
               dpalmer@decisionanalysis.net
               www.mexicotradesecurity.com            

 

Note:  The business briefing will be held in Arlington, VA at the USTDA Business Center on February 23, 2005.

 

Pakistan Oil Spill Response and Recovery Orientation
Visit
- USTDA is sponsoring an orientation visit to familiarize a delegation of Pakistani officials with U.S. policy and practices in the area of oil spill response and recovery, including oil spill prevention standards, rapid response procedures, and the implementation of a National Response Plan.  During the visit the delegation will improve their knowledge of the U.S. oil spill response industry and technologies, including state-of-the art containment and cleanup equipment and products.  They will meet with U.S. suppliers, national associations, and federal agencies such as EPA and Coast Guard.  The delegation will also attend the 2005 International Oil Spill Conference in Miami, FL. 

 

               May 7-20, 2005
               Edison and Leonardo, NJ; Washington, DC;
               Mobile, AL; Miami, FL 
               Deborah Palmer

               Decision/Analysis Partners
               (703) 255-1101 ext. 112
               (703) 991-8811 fax
               dpalmer@decisionanalysis.net
               www.decisionanalysis.net
 

Note:  A business briefing will be held in Miami on May 18.

 

If you have questions or comments please contact Evangela Kunene at (703) 875-4357 (* Indicates New Entry /^ Denote Changes From Last Issues).

 

 

 

 

 

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