Events:

Join us to learn about doing business in Thailand on February 1, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  To register, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Petroleum Club, Lafayette, Louisiana

Underwater Intervention Show

January 24-26, 2012
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana

http://www.underwaterintervention.com

Topsides Conference & Exhibition

January 31-February 2, 2012

Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, Louisiana

http://www.topsidesevent.com

New Orleans Boat Show

February 2-4, 2012

Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana

http://www.boatshowneworleans.com

Bureau of Industry and Security Export Control Seminar

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the World Trade Center of New Orleans present two workshops: ''Complying with U.S. Export Controls,'' February 7-8 and ''How to Develop an Export Management Compliance Program,'' February 9. Who should attend? All companies currently involved in exporting, including customs brokers/freight forwarders, legal service providers, or those companies planning on expanding to new markets or developing an export program for the first time.
February 7-9, 2012

Westin Canal Place Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana
http://www.wtcno.org/events/feb-7-9-complying-w-federal-export-laws/  

http://www.bis.doc.gov/seminarsandtraining/elsem.htm

Mississippi Valley Trade & Transport Council World Trade and Transport Conference

February 15-17, 2012

Omni Royal Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana

http://www.mvttc.com/conference.php

STEP Grant Funds are Available for Louisiana Companies for International Business Development!

Please contact Bill Fousch at Louisiana Economic Development (LED) for details and to apply.

Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Telephone: 225.342.6443

Advance Procurement Notices for Foreign Government Tenders

For the month of February, the procurement notices may be accessed from this website link: http://buyusainfo.net/docs/x_2307114.pdf.  These procurement notices include Asian Development Bank (ADB) projects and programs posted by ADB during the period December 26, 2011 to January 18, 2012.  The list is meant to give as much advance notice as possible to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. clients.

Webinars:

Basics of Exporting Webinar Series 2012

• How to Write an Export Plan (Jan 18)
• How to Identify Markets (Jan 25)
• Selecting a Freight Forwarder (Feb 8)
• Export Documentation (Feb 22)
• Understanding Free Trade Agreements (Mar 21)
• How to Find HS Codes, Duties & Taxes (Apr 4)
• Understanding Export Controls (Apr 18)
• Duty Drawbacks (May 2)
• Taking Advantage of NAFTA (May 16)
• Completing Certificates of Origin (FTA and eCertification) (May 30)
• Financing Your Exports & Getting Paid (Jun 13)
• Temporary Exports–Carnets & Other Tools (Jun 27)

For details, see: http://export.gov/articles/eg_main_022213.asp. Cost: $15 each.

Missed a Webinar?

Check out the Webinar Archive at: http://export.gov/mrktresearch/eg_main_018213.asp

Webinar: Business Opportunities in Indonesia
Venue: Your Computer
Date/Time: February 9, 2012; 9:00 am-10:15 am EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Learn more: http://export.gov/pennsylvania/tradewinds/webinars
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q24
Indonesia, a thriving democracy with significant regional autonomy, is located on the world’s major trade routes and has extensive natural resources, presenting great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Important opportunities exist in mining, energy, agribusiness equipment and services. The aircraft market favors U.S. products. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Indonesia. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region. This webinar is a part of the series mentioned above. For more information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Webinar: Business Opportunities in Malaysia
Venue: Your Computer
Date/Time: March 9, 2012; 9:00 am-10:15 am EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Learn more: http://export.gov/pennsylvania/tradewinds/webinars
Register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q23
Malaysia continues to manage the development and industrialization of the economy, presenting great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Malaysia continues to manage the development and industrialization of the economy, presenting great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Malaysia. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region. This webinar is the final part of the series mentioned above. For more information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Webinar: Dispute Resolution
Venue: Your computer
Date/Time: March 1, 2012; 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Cost: $40
Learn more/register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q45
Come hear from an expert on international commercial law, Mr. Steven M. Richman, Esq., Partner with Duane Morris, as he discusses dispute resolution and ways in which you can attempt to minimize disputes, as well as deal with them in the most expeditious manner, in international transactions. Topics will include arbitration versus litigation, different concepts of privilege and lawyers, how to deal with documents and privacy issues, and issues unique to cross-border litigation. This overview is for lawyers and businesspeople that do business internationally. This webinar is sponsored by the Northern New Jersey Export Assistance Center and the New Jersey District Export Council. For more information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

For More Information, please contact:

Brie Knox    l    International Trade Specialist
New Orleans Export Assistance Center    l    U.S. Department of Commerce    l    U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service

U.S. Customs House    l    423 Canal Street, Suite 419    l    New Orleans, LA  70130
Direct: (504) 589-6703    l    Fax: (504) 589-2337    l    Cell: (504) 232-4132
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it l    Web Site: http://www.export.gov/louisiana