Manufacturing and Services

The Manufacturing and Services (MAS) unit of the International Trade Administration (ITA) is dedicated to enhancing the global competitiveness of U.S. industry, expanding its market access, and increasing its exports. (more) (MAS Overview at a Glance)

Recent News in MAS

International Visitor Spending Hits All Time High: Travelers Pump $12.7 Billion into U.S. Economy

Washington (Nov. 6) - The U.S. Department of Commerce today announced that 5.6 million international visitors traveled to the United States in August 2008, an increase of 6 percent over August 2007. International visitors spent a record $12.7 billion in August 2008, a 20 percent increase over August 2007. (more)

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MAS Reports

November, 2008
Promoting Competitiveness: Partnerships and Progress of the Office of Manufacturing and Services

7/17/2008
Clean Energy Exporter Guides Released
Resource Unveiled for U.S. Clean Energy Companies Looking to Export to China and India.
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Manufacturing and Trade Associations

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