- Agriculture
- Apparel & Textiles
- Automotive
- Building & Construction
- Consumer Products
- Electronics
- Energy & Power Generation
- Entertainment Services
- Environment
- Food & Drink
- Healthcare
- Hotel/Restaurant
- Industrial/Manufacturing
- Information Technology & Communications
- Machine Tools
- Plastics
- Printing/Graphic Arts Eq.
- Real Estate
- Safety & Security
- Transportation
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The US Department of Commerce from time to time sponsors trade events, or helps to organize or support overseas events.
Here are a listing of the upcoming International Buyer Program Events that we will be supporting in 2008.
For more information on the shows and how to be part of the Embassy Delegation, please complete our online form below.
For a more comprehensive listing of all our Trade Events, please visit, ExportGov.
Agriculture
Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@
mail.doc.gov
International Poultry Expo & International Feed Expo
January 28-30, 2009 - Atlanta, GA
Website: www.ipe09.org
"The International Poultry Expo is the networking hub of the
world for the poultry industry! Every segment of the poultry and
egg industry is represented: feed milling, live production,
hatchery, processing, further processing, packaging, commercial
egg, marketing, and all support activities. t will once
again be co-located with the International Feed Expo."
Apparel & Textiles
Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@
mail.doc.gov
IFAI 2008
October 21-23, 2008 - Charlotte, NC
Website: www.ifaiexpo.info
"The largest speciality fabrics trade show in the Americas". With
over 8,000 participants and 450 leading suppliers expected to
attend.
IFAI 2009
September 23-25, 2009 – Washington, DC, United States
Website: http://www.ifaiexpo.com/
“Attending the IFAI Expo 2008 Trade Show is your #1 source for
specialty fabrics and related products. The show is the largest
trade show in the Americas for the specialty fabrics marketplace,
and it’s an International Buyer’s Program, designated by the U.S.
Department of Commerce.
Automotive
Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Sara.Jones@
mail.doc.gov
Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo 2008 (AAPEX)
November 4-7, 2008 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.aapexshow.com
"No other trade event or trade show offers as many qualified
buyers and distributors from all segments of the automotive
aftermarket."
Interwire Trade Exposition 2009
April 25-30, 2009 - Cleveland, OH
Website: www.wirenet.org/events/interwire
"Interwire is an international trade event that includes
exhibiting companies, speakers, and attendees from 50 countries
around the world who want to attend the most important business
week for wire and cable in the Americas. The largest and
longest-running wire and cable marketplace in the Americas,
Interwire is also ranked as one of the 200 largest tradeshows in
the U.S. by Tradeshow Week magazine. Interwire is the place where
buyers, sellers, researchers, and speakers connect with new
contacts and colleagues. The show crosses dozens of vertical
industries including automotive, construction, aerospace,
transportation, and communications, to name a few."
Building & Construction
Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Cheryl.Withers@
mail.doc.gov
International Builders Show 2009
January 20-23, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.buildersshow.com
The International Builders’ Show is the largest annual building
industry trade show in the United States and offers the largest
number of construction related meetings, seminars, and workshops
in the world. There are no other U.S. shows of this kind
and magnitude. The export potential is very high due to the
nature of the products displayed. Reduced registration fees for
international registrants are offered to Embassy delegations as
an added incentive to visit the Show.
World of Concrete 2009
February 3-6, 2009 – Las Vegas, NV, United States
Website: http://www.worldofconcrete.com/WOC2009/public/enter.aspx?left=0&Nav=0
“World of Concrete 2009—the industry’s only annual international
event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry
construction industries with 1,700+ leading industry suppliers in
more than 900,000 net square feet of exhibits featuring
innovative products, technologies, tools and equipment to give
you new ways to sustain and grow your business. See the outdoor
exhibits & event areas showcasing a continuous, hands-on
supply of solid ideas, techniques, demonstrations, resources and
connections. Participate in the industry’s top education program
with 150+ seminars packed with powerful strategies and knowledge
you need. World of Concrete continues to create an important and
vital marketplace for both attendees and exhibitors and was named
by Tradeshow Week as one of the Top 50 Fastest-Growing
Tradeshows.”
Consumer Products
Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Sara.Jones@
mail.doc.gov
International Home & Housewares Show
March 22-24, 2009 - Chicago, IL
Website: http://www.housewares.org/ihshow/
The International Home & Housewares Show is the world's
largest home and housewares marketplace, where 2,100 exhibiting
companies will have the opportunity to showcase thousands of new
products and designs in nearly 800,00 square feet of exhibition
space to more than 60,000 professional attendees from over 100
countries. The show will include the 'Gourmet Home and Food
District' that will feature products from gourmet food industry
and 'Patio Park', featuring products focusing on outdoor living.
Other product categories include 'Dine and Design', featuring the
finest products for cooking and entertaining; 'Clean and
Contain', featuring tools for cleaning and home organization;
and, 'Wired & Well', featuring electrical and home healthcare
products. The IHHS offers first-class educational and networking
opportunities for both specialty retailers and corporate buyers;
special exhibitions and creative displays and a full lineup of
seminars on trends and design, retail success factors and
consumer preferences.
High Point Market-Spring
April 27-May 3, 2009 - High Point, NC
Email: bcasey@ highpointmarket.org
Website: http://www.highpointmarket.org
The High Point Market-Spring is the largest trade show serving
the home furnishings marketplace. The Market represents all
aspects of home furnishings, including wood and upholstered
furniture, lighting, home decor, fabrics and textiles, and
products offered cover all price points in the industry and is
the premier show of its kind in the world.
National Hardware Show & Lawn and Garden World 2009
May 5-7, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.nationalhardwareshow.com
"The 2008 event marked the return to Las Vegas and featured over
3,500 exhibitors from around the globe, giving attendees the
opportunity to better their business by sourcing the products
that might just be the "next big thing" in retail home
enhancement. With new and expanded programs including Green
Product World™, New Product World®, Inventor's Spotlight, and Hot
Topics Seminars, the industry discovered that it truly does pay
off to show up at the National Hardware Show."
The WSA Show including The Collections at WSA (Summer
2009)
July 1-4, 2009 – Las Vegas, NV, United States
Website: http://www.wsashow.com/
“The WSA Show is the largest and most comprehensive footwear and
related accessories show in the world. Its twice-yearly show in
Las Vegas pulls in more than 36,000+ participants and nearly
1,600 exhibitors who represent the cream of the footwear
manufacturing industry. In short, The WSA Show is the ultimate
must-attend market for the multi-billion dollar footwear
industry.”
Electronics
Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@
mail.doc.gov
International CES 2009
January 8- 11, 2009 – Las Vegas, NV, United States
Website: http://www.cesweb.org/default.asp
“With more than four decades of success, the International CES
reaches across global markets, connects the industry and enables
CE innovations to grow and thrive. The International CES is
produced by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), the
preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer
technology industry. CEA represents more that 2,200 corporate
members involved in the design, development, manufacturing,
distribution and integration of consumer electronics products.
All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services,
including technical training and education, industry promotion,
engineering standards development, market research and
legislative advocacy.”
IPC Printed Circuits Expo, APEX & the Designers
Summit
March 31 - April 2, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.goipcshows.org
"Come to the industry’s own event — a celebration of printed
circuit board and electronics manufacturing and test technology."
INTEROP Las Vegas 2009
May 19-21, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.interop.com
"Technology is more important to business than ever before.
Interop is the only place to see all the latest IT products and
services at one time—and identify technologies that will give
your organization an edge."
Energy & Power Generation
Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@
mail.doc.gov
Power Gen 2008
December 2-4, 2008 - Orlando, FL
Website: http://pgi07.events.pennnet.com/fl//index.cfm
Join more than 17,000 industry professionals in Orlando at the
world's largest power generation event. In just three days,
you'll benefit from: expected attendance of more than 17,000
attendees from 76 countries; 1,100 exhibiting companies
displaying the latest in products and technologies;
expanded networking opportunities to connect you with key buyers
and sellers; multi-track conference program covering the most
important issues and trends impacting the industry; competitive
Power College pre-conference courses; Keynote Session headlined
by top industry leaders; standing room only Mega Sessions;
technical tours; networking roundtable breakfasts featuring
question-and-answer discussions on specialized topics; co-located
events ; and more!
Louisiana Gulf Coast Oil Exposition (LAGCOE) 2009
October 27-29, 2009 – Lafayette, LA, United States
Website: http://www.lagcoe.com/
“The Louisiana Gulf Coast Oil Exposition has been fueling the
global quest for energy for over 55 years. Join us for LAGCOE and
experience the energy that oil and gas industry professionals
have been experiencing since 1955.”
Entertainment Services
Contact: Stewart Gough, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Stewart.Gough@
mail.doc.gov
IAAPA Attractions Expo 2008
November 18-21, 2008 - Orlando, FL
Website: www.iaapaexpo.com
IAAPA ATTRACTIONS EXPO 2008, is the largest show for the
amusement and attractions industry. Amusement and
attraction industy leaders, decision makers and visionaries
gather to view and explore new amenities for their facilities.
There will be more than 1,100 exhibitors showcasing new products
like games and devices, souvenirs, foods and beverages,rides and
more. Product categories include, admission/financial
equipment,clothing, computer systems/software, construction,
consultants, hi-tech equipment and services, insurance,
participatory play equipment, printing, rides, displays and sets
food and beverages, games, gifts/novelties, security equipment,
shows/productions, theatrical equipment and more.
American Film Market 2009
November 4-11, 2009 – Santa Monica, CA, United States
Website: http://www.ifta-online.org/afm/home.asp
“Founded in 1981, the American Film Market (AFM) has grown
steadily to become the premiere global marketplace where
Hollywood’s decision-makers and trendsetters all gather under one
roof. Unlike a film festival, the AFM is a marketplace where
production and distribution deals are closed. In just eight days,
more than $800 million in deals will be sealed — on both
completed films and those that haven’t started shooting yet —
making AFM the must-attend industry event. With 8,000 attendees,
900 screenings, and seminars programmed by leading industry
organizations, the American Film Market continues to be the
pivotal destination for independent filmmakers and business
people from all over the world.”
Environment
Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Cheryl.Withers@
mail.doc.gov
Waste Expo 2009
June 9-11, 2009 – Las Vegas, NV, United States
Website: http://wasteexpo.com/wasteexpo2009/public/enter.aspx
“WasteExpo is North America’s largest solid waste and recycling
tradeshow serving both the private and public sectors. Whether
you come from the public sector, a small, medium or large private
sector waste management company or a manufacturer or supplier,
you’ll benefit from attending WasteExpo.”
Food & Drink
Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@
mail.doc.gov
The ALL CANDY EXPO 2009
May 21-23, 2009 – Chicago, IL, United States
Website: http://www.allcandyexpo.com/
“Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront
of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPO®, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The
EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association,
featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around
the world and attracted nearly 15,000 qualified industry
professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend
the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a
sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before
they hit store shelves.”
Healthcare
Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@
mail.doc.gov
American Dental Association Annual Session
October 16-19, 2008 - San Antonio, TX
Website: www.ada.org/prof/events/session/index.asp
GREAT REASONS TO Attend the ADA Annual Session:
Education in the Round Features a fully functioning dental
operatory in an interactive, multi-media environment. See live
patient procedures including perio, lasers, endo and
implant!
Unlock The Secrets Of Running A Highly Successful Practice.
With more than 300 continuing education courses spanning four
days, you'll find plenty of ideas you can take home and use
immediately. Perfect Your Clinical Skills. Up to 35
hours of continuing education credits are available, including 57
workshops and 14 Education in the Round opportunities. Learn how
to incorporate the latest research, techniques, and clinical
applications into your practice.
Test-Drive The Latest Products. Shop at the ADA World
Marketplace Exhibition. Learn from the more than 700 exhibits
featuring cutting-edge technology and new products.
Greater New York Dental Meeting
November 29-December 4, 2008 New York City, NY
Website: www.gnydm.com
The Greater New York Dental Meeting is considered throughout the
world as the premier dental meeting in the United States. Drawing
upon approximately 1500 technical exhibits and bringing together
2,700 international attendees representing 107 countries, GNYDM
showcases the latest technological advances in the art and
science of dentistry.GNYDM is viewed as the crown jewel of dental
meetings and has seen a spike in attendance over the past few
years. It is unmatched for breadth and scope of subjects with a
full program of conferences and seminars running concurrently
with the exchibits. The education programs feature over 300
renowned clinicians from around the world who give presentations
covering the latest scientific advances in the world of dentistry
and healthcare.
American Association for Clinical Chemistry Annual Meeting
& Clinical Lab Expo 2009
July 19-23, 2009 – Chicago, IL, United States
Website: http://www.aacc.org/Pages/default.aspx
“Join thousands of your colleagues at the AACC Annual Meeting.
Explore new technologies and ideas, hear fascinating speakers and
network with the industry’s best.”
American Dental Association Annual Meeting 2009
September 30- October 4, 2009 – Honolulu, HI, United
States
Website: http://www.ada.org/prof/events/session/index.asp
“The ADA Annual Session brings together leaders in dental
practice, research, academics and industry to present more than
225 continuing education courses over four days.”
Greater New York Dental Meeting
November 27- December 3, 2009 – New York, NY, United
States
Website: http://www.gnydm.com/
“Welcome to the Greater New York Dental Meeting! We invite you to
participate in one of the largest Dental Congresses in the world.
At our 83rd meeting in 2007, we hosted over 55,000 health care
professionals at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center featuring
over 1500 Technical Exhibits which demonstrated the newest
technology for the dental profession. We are the only major
Dental Meeting with NO REGISTRATION FEE!”
Hotel/Restaurant
Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@
mail.doc.gov
International Fabrics Association International Expo - IFAI
2008
October 21-23, 2008 - Charlotte, NC
Website: www.ifaiexpo.info/index.cfm
IFAI Expo is the largest annual specialty fabrics industry
exposition in the United States. Most of the exhibitors are
U.S.-based suppliers. This is a proven trade exhibition and
conference that showcases American-made products and
services.
National Restaurant Show (NRA)
May 16-19, 2009 - Chicago, IL
Website: www.dineout.org
The first National Restaurant Association show was held in Kansas
city, Missouri on December 1-3, 1919. Since that time, the
NRA/Show has been the leading trade show in the retaurant and
hospitality industry. Dozens of hospitality industry specific
groups and organizations allied to the hospitality industry, as
well as hundreds of restaurant/hotel corporations, hold meetings
in Chicago immediately preceeding, during and following the Show,
further solidifying its position as the leading annual event in
the hospitality industry.
Industrial/Manufacturing
Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@
mail.doc.gov
PACK EXPO International 2008
November 9-13, 2008 – Chicago, IL, United States
Website: http://my.packexpo.com/default.aspx
“PACK EXPO International will focus on the latest developments in
packaging technology and will showcase exhibitors'
state-of-the-art advances in packaging machinery, converting
machinery, materials, packages and containers, and components.
The most prominent companies in the industry will be exhibiting
and making product introductions at the show. PACK EXPO
International is a biennial event (every other year) - ideal
timing for important industry updates and new product
technology.”
ProMat 2009
January 12-15, 2009 - Chicago, IL
Website: www.promatshow.com
ProMat 2009, sponsored by Material Handling Industry of America
(MHIA), will be the most comprehensive international material
handling and logistics show and conference held in the U.S. in
2009. Over 800 exhibitors are expected to fill 300,000 square
feet at ProMat 2009. Exhibits will represent all segments of the
material handling and logistics industry, from traditional,
manual equipment to computerized, automated systems.
Information Technology & Communications
Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@
mail.doc.gov
IWCE 2009 (The International Wireless Communications
Expo)
March 18-20, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.iwceexpo.com/iwce2009/public/enter.aspx
The International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) is the ONE
place where all industries and communications professionals come
together to share thoughts and ideas on wireless communications
technologies. IWCE 2008 brought together over 4,100
Technology End Users, Public Safety Professionals, Wireless
Service Providers, IT Professionals, Dealers and Consultants from
all over the world. 785 international attendees from 50 countries
made their way to Las Vegas to participate in IWCE. In total,
over 6,200 people participated in the event including exhibitors,
speakers and press.
Satellite 2009
March 24-27, 2009 - Washington, DC
Website: http://www.satellite2009.com
The SATELLITE Show is the satellite industry’s largest, most
comprehensive gathering of innovations, technologies and
professionals offering invaluable business solutions and
mission-critical options to specific operational requirements.
CTIA Wireless 2009
April 1-3, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.citawireless.com
"The Most Important Global Technology Event of the Year!
The convergence of more than 1,100 exhibiting companies, dozens
of industries, and over 40,000 professionals from 125 countries
all working toward the common goal of revolutionizing wireless."
NXTcomm 2009
June 9-11, 2009 - Chicago, IL
Website: www.nxtcommshow.com
The focus of NXTcomm will be the business and technology of
communications, information and entertainment. NXTcomm is
expected to attract senior level executives with the power to
make purchasing decisions, with industry representation from U.S.
and international service providers, large enterprises,
government officials and businesses from around the world active
in entertainment, cable, wireless, applications,
content/software, telecom manufacturing and distribution.
InfoComm 2009
June 17-19, 2009 - Orlando, FL
Website: www.infocomm.org
Sponsored by InfoComm International, formerly the International
Communications Industry Association, InfoComm is rated a top 50
tradeshow and is the leading business-to-business marketplace for
display, projection, audio, conferencing, lighting and staging,
digital signage, internet streaming and networked presentation
and communications systems. More than 28,000 professionals from
over 80 countries are expected to gather to explore new
products, learn the latest trends and techniques and interact
with peers.
Machine Tools
Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@
mail.doc.gov
Gear Expo 2009
September 14-17, 2009 - Detroit, MI
Website: www.gearexpo.com
"It’s a fast-changing and expanding global marketplace.
GEAR EXPO 2009 is where the gear industry comes together to
connect. You’ll form global alliances, marketing
agreements, and partnerships with industry experts, buyers and
sellers who can help take your company to the top."
Plastics
Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@
mail.doc.gov
International Plastics Showcase
June 22-26, 2009 – Chicago, IL, United States
Website: http://www.npe.org/exhibit/
“Traditionally, NPE: The International Plastics Showcase is the
premier event for the plastics industry where billions of dollars
worth of annual purchasing power converge in one place. NPE2009
will utilize the strengths of past shows while adding new
features to create an extraordinary sales opportunity for your
company. NPE2009 will offer exhibitors cost-saving measures that
will allow you to forecast expenses and maximize yoru exposure to
over 75,000 attendees.”
Printing/Graphic Arts Eq.
Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@
mail.doc.gov
Graphics of Americas/Xplor 2009
February 26-28, 2009 - Miami Beach, FL
Website: http://www.graphicsoftheamericas.com
Graphics of the Americas is co-loacted with Xplor International,
the worldwide electronic documents systems association and the
premier provider of edutational products and programs for the
printing and the global authority in digital pringting and
electronic communications. The combined event promises to be an
international showcase for the convergences of knowledge,
products and technology.
PRINT 09
September 11-16, 2009 – Chicago, IL, United States
Website: http://www.gasc.org/
“PRINT is the most comprehensive graphic communications
exhibition and conference in the Americas. See the largest array
of equipment and services for digital prepublishing, prepress,
printing, digital output, wide format imaging, bindery, package
printing and converting, mailing, fulfillment… and more!”
Real Estate
Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Cheryl.Withers@
mail.doc.gov
RECON – The Global Retail Real Estate Convention
May 17-20, 2009 – Las Vegas, NV, United States
Website: http://www.icsc.org/2008SC/home.php
“Join over 50,000 of your colleagues from all corners of the
world for networking, deal making and education at RECon. Meet
the leaders in the retail real estate industry and do a year’s
worth of business in four days. Check out the Trade Exposition to
shop for the latest products and services. Visit the Leasing Mall
where developers, retailers and lenders come together to network
and conduct business. Attend Educational Sessions and Workshops
to learn about the issues and trends affecting the industry. Be
inspired by world-renowned speakers.”
Safety & Security
Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@
mail.doc.gov
ISC West 2009
April 1-3, 2009 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.iscwest.com
This is the first security show of the year and is also the first
security show of choice. ISC West - the security event that
buyers say is the best in the industry with over 15,300 security
buyers and a total of over 24,300+ industry professionals, 44
percent of whom do not attend any other security event. ISC
West attendees give it the highest marks for offering the largest
selection of products and services and for being the best place
to see new products and trends.
Transportation
Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0419
Email: Sara.Jones@
mail.doc.gov
Int'l Public Transportation Exposition (EXPO 2008)
October 6-8, 2008 San Diego, CA
Website: apta.ntpshowsites.com
The American Public Transportation Association's (APTA's) Int'l
Public Transportation Expo showcases more than 260K net sq ft of
public transit-related products and services to more than 16,500
industry professionals from around the word. Exhibitors will be
showcasing bus, rail, security and safety, paratransit,
environmental, information technology, intelligent transporation
systems and related components and services.