Market Visits 2009
Chamber Connections is a new trade initiative from the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce (NICC) which utilises the worldwide network of chambers to assist local companies in export development.
The programme provides participating companies with the opportunity to gather market information whilst facilitating introductions to either potential business partners or other organisations that can assist further market development. The series of 3 day market visits is ideally suited for companies that are:
· Looking to explore opportunities in new markets;
· Developing export plans for 2010;
· Interested in developing current export activity in the chosen markets;
· Too busy to take part on a week long trade mission
Market Visit - ITALY
Dates: 26 - 28 October 2009
Destination: Salerno, Italy
Partner Chamber: Italian Chamber of Commerce in the UK
Italy remains one of the largest markets for UK exports. Italian government policies are increasingly directed at the structural reform of the economy with the liberalisation of key sectors such as energy and telecommunications. There is growing interest in the concept of public-private partnership in the public services, which is providing new investment and co-operation opportunities for Northern Ireland companies.
Sectors of Opportunity
· Clothing, Footwear and Fashion
· Construction/Infrastructure Projects
· Creative & Media
· Energy
· Environment
· Food & Drink
· Healthcare
· ICT
· Security
For further information and instruction on booking please click here
or alternatively contact sandra.beattie@northernirelandchamber.com
Market Visit - TURKEY
Dates: 16 - 18 November 2009
Destination: Istanbul, Turkey
Partner Chamber: Turkish British Chamber of Commerce
Turkey has a strong foundation to enable recovery from the global economic slowdown. There are long term developments planned in transport infrastructure (e.g. the Marmaray rail link), and energy infrastructure (including the Nabucco and BTC pipelines). There is also an ongoing privatisation programme, including the leading ferry operator (IDO) and the gas distributor (IGDAS).
Sectors of Opportunity
Priority Sectors
· Environment
· Water
· Ports
· Agriculture
Opportunity Sectors
· Airports
· Financial Services
· Education & Skills
· ICT
For further information and instruction on booking please click here
or alternatively contact sandra.beattie@northernirelandchamber.com
Market Information Seminar
Date: 21 October 2009
Time: 9.30 am (registration) - 12.30pm
Venue: Ramada Encore, St. Anne's Square, Belfast
By the year 2050 it is predicted that Turkey will be one of the world's 10 largest economies. Currently there exists significant trade and investment opportunities for Northern Ireland companies, both now and in the long term, in virtually every sector in this emerging economy.
The Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce is hosting a 'Doing Business in Turkey' seminar to coincide with the upcoming visit to Belfast of UKTI's Head of Trade and Investment in Istanbul, Sarah Mooney.
The event will provide local businesses with an overview of the market, information on sectoral opportunities, as well as providing practical advice and tips on how to successfully do business there.
For further information and instruction on booking please click here
or alternatively contact catherine.oloan@northernirelandchamber.com