Marine Technology

Oceans span the globe - does your Marine Technology business? Keep your company growing by devising or expanding your international export strategy. The U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Service’s Marine Technology team can assist your company take advantage of worldwide sales opportunities.

You can find international market research, business leads, and promotional events tailored to marine technology companies below listed by the key subsectors covered by our Team:

Your company can tap a world-wide network of Commercial Specialists to help advance your international business development plans including:  

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For Ocean and Underwater Technology Companies:

SINAVAL – Bilbao, Spain, April 16-18, 2013

Promote your marine technologies in Spain and Portugal through Spain’s premier international exhibition for the Marine Technology industry including offshore energy, ports, research, fisheries and shipbuilding.  U.S. Embassy in Spain and Portugal will be hosting a limited number of U.S. companies remotely (via catalogue and pre-taped video presentations and podcasts) at their SINAVAL exhibition booth providing the opportunity to reach Spanish and Portuguese, among other European companies and government representatives that visit the show.  Participation in the Business Brokerage Matchmaking event is also included. For show details see:  http://www.sinaval.eu/ , click here and to register contact:  Karen Taylor at Karen.taylor@trade.gov in Seattle or Angela Turrin at angela.turrin@trade.gov in Madrid.

OTC – Houston, May 6-9, 2013

The Offshore Technology Conference is the world's foremost event for the development of offshore resources in the fields of drilling, exploration, production, and environmental protection. Each year, OTC attracts more than 70,000 attendees from 110+ countries and 2,500 exhibiting companies. Attendance at OTC12 reached 89,400, the third highest in show history. The U.S. Commercial Service International Buyer Program brings dozens of foreign buyer delegations to the show and provides U.S. companies with export counseling, matchmaking assistance, and other programs and services. Registration should be available by mid-March at: http://export.gov/texas/houston

OCEANS 2013 - Bergen, Norway, June 10-13, 2013

One of the world’s most dynamic marine technology markets, Norway is home to significant shipping and maritime, oil and gas, and fisheries sectors.  Click here for market details. OCEANS 2013 Norway exhibitors who are MTS members can benefit from a 20% discount. The U.S. Commercial.Service can help you get the most out of your time in Norway by arranging Gold Key meetings with pre-screened distributers and end users to advance your company business goals.  This service is limited to six companies on a first-come, first-serve basis with a registration deadline of Friday, March 29.  Reserve your discounted OCEANS exhibitor spot by contacting MTS’ Rich Lawson at rich.lawson@mtsociety.org; to arrange Gold Key meetings contact US Commercial Service’s Maryanne Burke at Maryanne.burke@trade.gov

Oceanology International Shanghai, China September 3-5, 2013

Oceanology International held biannually in London is the world’s largest and most respected meeting place for the marine science and ocean technology community. For the first time, in September 2013 OI will expand to Shanghai, China to tap this important expanding market. U.S. Department of Commerce has certified the show and a USA Pavilion will be offered with value added services for U.S. exhibitors. For Show and USA Pavilion details click here and visit http://www.oceanologyinternational.com/china . To exhibit contact Alex Goodman at Reed Exhibitions, agoodman@reedexpo.com or Tel: 203-840-5641.

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Marine Industry Export Control Reforms: Webinar Recording

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Webinar briefing held November 14, 2012 by U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security Senior Licensing Officer Darrell Spires outlines upcoming reforms to U.S. export controls regulations that will bring numerous U.S. Department of State ITAR controlled products into BIS jurisdiction. Marine products to be affected include submersible vessels, oceanographic equipment and related articles, as well as surface vessels of war and special naval equipment. Register at www.export.gov/industry/marine and for questions contact: Julia.rauner@trade.gov

For Pleasure Boats and Accessories Companies:

Miami International Boat Show® -February 14–18, 2013

The Miami International Boat Show®, the United States' premier consumer boating sales event, will take place February 14–18, 2013. This show is Florida's largest annual event, boasting an economic impact of nearly one billion dollars and drawing attendees from all 50 states and more than 80 countries.  The US Commercial Service is working with the National Marine Manufacturers’ Association (NMMA) on an International Buyer Program comprised of delegations of B2B buyers from Costa Rica/Panama, Chile, Brazil, Japan and Turkey.  For more information, please visit the show’s website http://www.miamiboatshow.com/    NMMA is also hosting its 2nd Export Focus Group during the Miami show. If you are an NMMA member, with at least some basic exporting experience, we invite you to join us on Saturday, Feb.16th for this 2-hour interactive lunchtime session. For details and participation contact Julie Balzano at: jbalzano@nmma.org

Dubai International Boat Show - March 5-9, 2013 Dubai, UAE 

The Dubai International Boat Show 2013 to be held March 5-9, 2013 is a U.S. Department of Commerce Certified Trade Fair.  The show attracts over 5,000 high-net-worth individuals from throughout the Gulf region and is the most anticipated event in the Middle Eastern maritime calendar, offering an unparalleled platform for U.S. exhibitors to showcase boats and products before Middle East’s marine investors and enthusiasts.  U.S. companies interested in marketing to the Middle East and Europe should consider this important sales platform for their marine products and services, boat construction and repair, deck equipment, navigation and communication, mechanics and electrics, safety equipment, finance and insurance, travel and tourism, and adventure sports products and services.   For show details see: www.boatshowdubai.com  To exhibit, contact Russell Hood, Oak Overseas, at rhood@oakoverseas.com  or call 704/837-1980, x302.

For details about the U.S. Commercial Service Partnership with the National Marine Manufacturers Association and their expansive export development programs and services please visit: http://www.nmma.org/international/exportresources.aspx

For Shipbuilding and Related-Industries:

Canada National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy – Webinar February 14, 2013

Position your company to participate in the Canadian Navy’s $35 billion National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy (NSPS). Join an February 14th Webinar briefing on U.S. and Canada's Export Control Regimes and Canada's Industrial Regional Benefits, Canadian procurement process, and a review of the opportunities and processes related to the NSPS. Advance registration required Here or through www.export.gov/industry/marine DefSec Atlantic, September 4-6 2013, in Halifax is the hub of shipbuilding activity and a great platform for U.S. companies to join the U.S. Pavilion that includes B2B meetings and networking arranged by the U.S. Commercial Service. For further details on these Canada shipbuilding supply chain programs please contact:   Luz Betancur, U.S. Commercial Service – U.S. Embassy, Ottawa, tel: 613 688-5411 or luz.betancur@trade.gov

SINAVAL – Bilbao, Spain, April 16-18, 2013

Promote your marine technologies in Spain and Portugal through Spain’s premier international exhibition for the Marine Technology industry, including shipbuilding.  U.S. Embassy in Spain and Portugal will be hosting a limited number of U.S. companies remotely (via catalogue and pre-taped video presentations and podcasts) at their SINAVAL exhibition booth providing the opportunity to reach Spanish and Portuguese, among other European companies and government representatives that visit the show.  Participation in the Business Brokerage Matchmaking event is also included. For show details see:  http://www.sinaval.eu/ , click here and for questions or to register contact:  Karen Taylor at Karen.taylor@trade.gov in Seattle or Angela Turrin at angela.turrin@trade.gov in Madrid.

OTC – Houston, May 6-9, 2013

The Offshore Technology Conference is the world's foremost event for the development of offshore resources in the fields of drilling, exploration, production, and environmental protection. Each year, OTC attracts more than 70,000 attendees from 110+ countries and 2,500 exhibiting companies. Attendance at OTC12 reached 89,400, the third highest in show history. The U.S. Commercial Service International Buyer Program brings dozens of foreign buyer delegations to the show and provides U.S. companies with export counseling, matchmaking assistance, and other programs and services. Registration should be available by mid-March at: http://export.gov/texas/houston

Nor-Shipping 2013 - Oslo, Norway, June 4-7, 2013 

Held bi-annually, Nor-Shipping is one of Europe’s leading maritime trade fairs and is a U.S. Department of Commerce Certified Trade Fair. Exhibition product categories cover virtually all technology and services for ship building, ship repair and ship operation. US Pavilion exhibitors will receive the support of the U.S. Commercial Service in Norway including B2B introductions and matchmaking services, market intelligence and a networking reception. For show details see:  http://www.messe.no/en/nor-shipping/  To exhibit at Nor-Shipping, please contact Bruce Cole, McNabb Marketing Resources, at bcole@McNabbMarketing.com or call 207-236-6196. For more details on the Norway market and CS Norway services contact: Vidar Keyn at vidar.keyn@trade.gov

DEFSEC Atlantic 2013- Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 4-6, 2013

The U.S. Commercial Service in Canada invites U.S. companies operating in the Aerospace, Marine, and Defense sectors to join the U.S Embassy Delegation at DEFSEC Atlantic 2013, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 4-6, 2013. Exhibit in the U.S. Pavilion, attend full-day briefing sessions, meet with procurement managers, and explore business opportunities with prime contractors, and its supply chains, as businesses begin to unroll under the Government of Canada’s $35 billion National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy program (NSPS). For more details click here or contact: Luz Betancur, Luz.Betancur@trade.gov

Marine Industry Export Control Reforms: Webinar Recording

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Webinar briefing held November 14, 2012 by U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security Senior Licensing Officer Darrell Spires outlines upcoming reforms to U.S. export controls regulations that will bring numerous U.S. Department of State ITAR controlled products into BIS jurisdiction. Marine products to be affected include submersible vessels, oceanographic equipment and related articles, as well as surface vessels of war and special naval equipment. Register at www.export.gov/industry/marine; for questions contact: Julia.rauner@trade.gov