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:

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. For Additional Information Click Here and to view a recent Reed-CS briefing on the China marine market and business strategies please visit: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/135657513

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Pacific International Maritime Exposition 2013 - Sydney, Australia, October 7-9, 2013

The Pacific International Maritime Exposition is an international military and civil maritime, naval, underwater and defense exhibition focused on the commercial maritime and navel defense industry in Australia and attracts important policy makers from Asia Pacific regions Defense Ministries. The Australian Defense force is embarking on a period of significant growth with plans to launch new capital equipment and services acquisition project worth $US 155 Billion over the next decade, including plans for new air warfare destroyers, amphibious landing ships, a new class of conventional submarines and a new family of frigates, along with associated weapons, sensors, munitions and electronics and communication systems. To exhibit in the USA Pavilion please contact: Christa March, Kallman Worldwide, Inc., Phone: 201-251-2600 x 116, christam@kallman.com and for general details about the show and U.S. Department of Commerce support please contact: Lisa Huot, Trade Event Programs, Phone: 202-482-2796

Lisa.huot@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 and for questions contact: Julia.rauner@trade.gov

For Shipbuilding and Related-Industries:

Oman Global Shipping: Logistics and Manufacturing FREE Webinar on July 3rd at 11:30 am EST Join a free webinar on July 3rd featuring the U.S. Ambassador to Oman with Senior Port and Ministry of Transportation Officials.   Oman's estimated $7 billion per year in infrastructure spending over the last decade has been focused on the three main ports of Sohar, Duqm, and Salalah; achieving its "Vision 2020" goals of economic diversification and job creation, and at the same time equipping the Sultanate to serve as a global shipping and logistics hub.   Pre-registration is required to secure log in information.  Please RSVP by clicking here or e-mail: muscatcommercial@state.gov. For more information, click here.

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

Pacific International Maritime Exposition 2013 - Sydney, Australia, October 7-9, 2013

The Pacific International Maritime Exposition is an international military and civil maritime, naval, underwater and defense exhibition focused on the commercial maritime and navel defense industry in Australia and attracts important policy makers from Asia Pacific regions Defense Ministries. The Australian Defense force is embarking on a period of significant growth with plans to launch new capital equipment and services acquisition project worth $US 155 Billion over the next decade, including plans for new air warfare destroyers, amphibious landing ships, a new class of conventional submarines and a new family of frigates, along with associated weapons, sensors, munitions and electronics and communication systems. To exhibit in the USA Pavilion please contact: Christa March, Kallman Worldwide, Inc., Phone: 201-251-2600 x 116, christam@kallman.com and for general details about the show and U.S. Department of Commerce support please contact: Lisa Huot, Trade Event Programs, Phone: 202-482-2796

Lisa.huot@trade.gov

Kormarine 2013- Busan, South Korea, October 22-25, 2013

KORMARINE 2013, held biennially in Busan, South Korea, is regarded as one of the most influential and largest shipbuilding events in the world. Participating in this show is a fantastic opportunity for U.S. companies seeking access into the Asian maritime markets. Now, for the first time, KORMARINE is a U.S. Department of Commerce certified trade show and offers a USA Pavilion. U.S. companies will have the option to utilize the U.S. Commercial Service’s Gold Key Service to set up individual pre-screened one-on-one meetings with potential distributors or end users. This Gold Key service will be limited to six U.S. exhibiting companies, and will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.  The registration deadline for the Gold Key service is: August 2, 2013. For detailed information on the Gold Key Service, and its benefits contact: Anthony Sargis, Anthony.Sargis@trade.gov. For companies wishing to exhibit please contact: Ray Filbert at Reed Exhibitions, rfilbert@reedexpo.com, 203-840-5821. For general information on KORMARINE 2013, please visit: http://www.kormarine.net/.

5th annual Blue Tech & Blue Economy Summit:  Maritime Geospatial Awareness- Nov. 7-8, 2013 in San Diego, CA

A two day conference organized by the Maritime Alliance featuring “Marine Spatial Planning – Coastal Waters to Deep Ocean” with keynote address by Zdenka Willis – Director, U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) Program Office and “Maritime Domain Awareness – Security, Logistics & Telecommunications” topics with exhibition opportunities.  For details please see: www.TheMaritimeAlliance.org and contact: Bill Riedy, briedy@themaritimealliance.org

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

MTS- U.S. Commercial Service Strategic Partnership Webinar featuring Brazil & Norway Offshore Markets (Recorded)

Held in March 2013, this recorded webinar features MTS international resources for members and U.S. Commercial Service support for U.S. ocean technology companies.  Also featured are presentations by the U.S. Commercial Service on Brazil and Norway’s offshore energy opportunities, as well as additional priority ocean technology events coming up in Spain and China.  For complimentary access to this 1-hour webinar recording go to:

https://www.mymeetings.com/nc/join.php?i=PW4958987&p=MTS&t=r

U.S. Trade and Development Agency - Feasibility Study Grant Opportunity - Chile: San Antonio - Santiago Intermodal Corridor

Posted: June 17, 2013; Proposal Deadline August 2, 2013

Details and Contact: https://www.fbo.gov/spg/TDA/TDA1/TDA1/2013-51017A/listing.html

The Chilean government, through the Grantee, intends to improve access to global markets by facilitating the movement of cargo in a cost effective manner to stay competitive and allow for continued economic expansion. In order to create an improved method of commercial distribution, the Grantee -- along with the various other public and private sector companies utilizing the port facilities -- has identified the need to improve the transportation connections between the Port of San Antonio and the Santiago metropolitan area.

The feasibility study will identify incremental measures and steps that will lead to the development of the Project. The feasibility study will include the development of an infrastructure and implementation plan for the Project so that the Grantee, in coordination with EFE, COLSA, and private operators, can periodically review the strategic directions of the plan, identify appropriate intermodal sub-projects for investment, set priorities, develop high level implementation and acquisition plans, and develop yearly operational sub-projects. The U.S. firm selected will be paid in U.S. dollars from a $620,000 grant to the Grantee from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency ("USTDA").

Detailed Event Information For SMM 2012

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SMM 2012 -- Commercial Vessel/Eq. (Non-Fisheries), Defense Industry Eq., Electronic Components, Port/Shipbuilding Eq., Pumps/Valves/Compressors, Security/Safety Eq.

Location/Date: Hamburg, Germany 09/04/2012 - 09/07/2012

Event Summary:

Held September 4-7, 2012, at the Hamburg Messe & Congress Exhibition Center in Hamburg, Germany, SMM is the leading international trade fair for the ship building sector. Approximately 2,000 exhibitors make SMM the fair for U.S. companies eager to showcase their shipping, ship building, workboats and military (naval and coast guard) products and services. More than 50,000 trade visitors from 58 nations visited SMM 2010 -- and SMM 2012 is expected to surpass the 2010 show! In conjunction with the SMM 2012 trade fair, environmental and financial conferences and more than 80 special sessions, press conferences and meetings are being organized by Hamburg Messe and various companies and groups. Also held during SMM will be the Maritime and Security Conference, bringing leading decision-makers throughout the world to the fair. Exhibition categories include: -- ship sections, deck and safety equipment; -- shipyard installations and equipment; -- shipbuilding materials such as stairways, rails, top rails, lighting, propulsion systems; -- ship operations equipment; -- cargo handling systems; -- electrical engineering; -- marine technology; -- ports and port technology; and -- maritime services. Ship brokers, ship charterers and ship owners also will be featured at this must participate event.

Contacts:

Claus S. Faltin, Berlin Commercial Assistant Phone: 49-30-8305-1920 Claus.Faltin@trade.gov

Deborah Semb, Trade Event Programs Senior International Trade Specialist Phone: 202-482-0677 Deborah.Semb@trade.gov

Mary Boscia, Berlin Deputy Senior Commercial Officer Phone: 49-30-8305-1946 Mary.Boscia@trade.gov