Important information for UK business travelers to the US International travelers who intend to travel to the United States should visit the U.S. Embassy London website for information on the new Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).

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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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@N0SPAM.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.