Arizona's Exports Rise in 2008

(Phoenix, AZ) – Indicating there are some bright spots in Arizona’s economy, foreign countries continued to show their desire to purchase Arizona-made products last year, as exports from the state to the rest of the world grew by more than a half-billion dollars from 2007, a 2.68% increase to $19.74 billion.

New data from the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Arizona Department of Commerce indicate electrical machinery was the most in-demand, accounting for $7.2 billion in exports, followed by machinery, with $3.1 billion.  The biggest percentage increase occurred in ores/slag/ash, which grew 71.44% from more than $760-thousand in 2007 to $1.3 billion in 2008. 

Other products that showed significant demand increases include optics/medical instruments (up 9.23% from 2007) and vehicles (up 11.41%). 

“This is good economic news in the midst of challenging times,” said Governor Jan Brewer. “Growing stable jobs is our highest priority, and it involves a number of different initiatives, including continuing to offer assistance to Arizona businesses to help them bring in new dollars – and employment – through exports.  A comprehensive approach to creating and sustaining jobs for our citizens will be vital to our success.”

Mexico remains Arizona’s largest trading partner, with $5.9 billion in goods purchased last year (from $5.2 billion in 2007).  Canada continues to rank 2nd, with nearly $2.3 billion in exports for 2008 ($2.19 billion in 2007).  Other nations that stepped up demand for Arizona-made products include the United Kingdom (up 5.63%), Taiwan (up 13.02%) and France (up 18.79%). 

“When it comes down to high-quality goods, our global partners take advantage of their working relationship with suppliers here and buy Arizona-made,” said Kent Ennis, Interim Director of the Arizona Department of Commerce. 

“Our partnership with Arizona to assist local businesses enables companies to seek alternative sources of revenue through exports when economic times are slow here in the United States,” said Eric Nielsen of the U.S. Commercial Service in Tucson.  “Exporting creates jobs, and we encourage businesses who haven’t thought about entering the global marketplace to consider the option.” 

Since 2006 data, Arizona’s exports have grown by more than $1.4 billion.  The majority of firms that export are classified as small- to medium-sized businesses. 

Published by the Arizona Department of Commerce

 

Export University: Phoenix

Export University is designed to help U.S. companies begin an export initiative, and to gain increasing skills and innovation in their international sales. This course will benefit new-to-export firms that would like expert advice on the export basics.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This seminar is ideal for marketing and sales management, import/export operations personnel, purchasing, logistics, and anyone with a responsibility for import/export functions.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009
ASU Sky Song, Global Room
1475 North Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
To register http://www.buyusa.gov/arizona/exportuphx.html

Export University: Tucson

Export University is designed to help U.S. companies begin an export initiative, and to gain increasing skills and innovation in their international sales. This course will benefit new-to-export firms that would like expert advice on the export basics.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This seminar is ideal for marketing and sales management, import/export operations personnel, purchasing, logistics, and anyone with a responsibility for import/export functions.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Microbusiness Advancement Center
Sentinel Building, Rillito and Sabino Rooms
320 N. Commerce Park Loop
Tucson, AZ 85745
To register http://www.buyusa.gov/arizona/exportutuc.html

Webinar on the Opportunities in the Canadian Aerospace Market, March 17, 2009

Canada is one of the top 4 export markets for U.S. aerospace products and its aerospace industry is the fifth largest worldwide.  Learn more about this great market and how your company can benefit from it.  Topics such as industry overview, key plays, current trends, market strategies and upcoming events will be covered.  

Register at: http://www.buyusa.gov/canada/en/webinaroncanadianaerospace.html
Location: Your computer
Date: March 17, 2009
Time: 1 p.m. EST
Cost: This webinar is free   

Asia Pacific Business Outlook Conference, Los Angeles, April 6-8, 2009  

The Asia / Pacific Business Outlook is the longest running, most successful regional conference of its kind focusing specifically on Asian markets. Take advantage of this rare opportunity for U.S. exporters to meet with thirteen Senior Commercial Officers (SCOs) from throughout the East Asia Pacific region and India at one venue.

By taking part, you will be able to:

•Learn about your company's sales potential around the Asia/Pacific region including India
•Assess challenges in the marketplace
•Understand how to capitalize on free trade agreements
•Hone in on the best market opportunities  

Register at: http://www.apbo2009.com (Early Registration: $675 (until March 13) DISCOUNTS FOR COMPANIES THAT HAVE WORKED WITH COMMERCIAL SERVICE; Regular Registration: $825 (after March 13); NGO, Govt., Educational Rate: $475; USDOC Discount/Registration Code: DOC2009)

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Dates: April 6-8, 2009
Cost: See break down above

 

TRADEPATHS: Seminar Series Educating Would-be Exporters the Ins and Outs of International Trade, Tucson, AZ, 2nd Thursday of each month April 9th through September 10th  

In an effort to assist companies in their international expansion efforts, the Tucson Chamber is offering TRADEPATHS, a seminar series that will span 6 months. The goal of this series is to educate would-be exporters on the ins and outs of international trade. Topics such as marketing strategies, financing, legal issues, and export assistance will all be discussed and presented by local experts. Participants can attend one, two, or all seminars. For more information, visit: www.tucsonchamber.org.   

Register: Lizet Torres at Ltorres@tucsonchamber.org or 520.792.2250 ext. 133
Location: Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, 465 W. St. Mary’s Road, Tucson, AZ
Dates: 2nd Thursday of each month April 9th through September 10th
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Cost: $15/Chamber member per seminar or $90 for entire series. Non-members pay $20 for the first seminar and $30/seminar thereafter. A light lunch is included.

  

2,000 Buyers and 45 Exhibitors at Japan Next Generation Mobile Communications Showcase, April 16 – 17, 2009  

Japan is the world's fourth-largest market for cellphones after the United States, China and India, with about 51.5 million phones sold in 2007, up 4.4 percent from 2006. The theme for this year's Showcase is "smartphones". Smartphones are an emerging sector in Japan with Blackberry and iPhones becoming leading models.  

US Commercial Service Tokyo is supporting this event, organized by the leading Japanese industry association, Mobile Computing Promotion Consortium (MCPC). More information is available at: http://iemf.jp/Event/4ngmt_e.html  

If your company is interested in exhibiting at this show, please contact Kristian Richardson at (602) 254-2907. Also, you may want to consider a Gold Key Service in conjunction with the Showcase.

  

Half-day Seminar on International Representation, Scottsdale, AZ, April 22, 2009, Tucson, AZ, April 29, 2009  

Join the U.S. Commercial Service’s half-day workshop outlining the ins and outs of the most commonly used international representation by small and medium-sized exporters.  For further information, please visit http://www.buyusa.gov/arizona/intlrep.html

 

Seminar on the Essential Elements of Export Controls in the Enhanced Enforcement Environment, Tucson, AZ, May 19, 2009

This seminar will be an overview of U.S. Export Controls discussing the players, policies and processes of exporting with emphasis on compliance and minimizing risk for you and your organization.  Other hot topics which will be covered include: commercial, dual-Use and munitions deemed exports, education & training opportunities, brokering, fundamental research considerations, merger & acquisition due diligence, red flags, voluntary and directed disclosures and much more…

Register at: http://www.buyusa.gov/arizona/exportbasics.html
Location: Pima Community College, Downtown Campus, 1255 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, AZ  Date:  Date: Tuesday, May 19th, 2009
Time and Schedule: 7:30 Breakfast and Registration -- 8:30 -10:30 Program --11:00 Individual Sessions with the Presenters
Cost:  $75 / $65 for Arizona Tech Council Members

 

Seminar on Imports for Exporters: Keys to Compliance in the Global Integrated Supply Chain, Scottsdale, AZ, May 21, 2009

More and more organizations are beginning to understand the importance & competitive advantage of Integrated Global Trade Compliance and that exports & imports are both essential elements of a greater whole.  This seminar will help you grasp the connections & complexities of these all-important relationships.

This seminar will provide participants details about:

•          Overview of US Import Compliance: The Players, Policies, Processes and the Cornerstones
•          Valuation, Country of Origin, Classification, Marking and Recordkeeping
•          Strategies & Insights into Minimizing Duty Exposure, Liabilities and Risks
•          Documentary Requirements Such as Invoice Content, Return Authorizations, Proof of Export,
•          Manufacturers’ Affidavits, Licenses and Other Government Agency (OGA) Reporting
•          Industry Panel on How to Successfully Integrate Import & Export Compliance
•          Compliance Update and the Latest Consequences of Non-Compliance with Lessons Learned
•          Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Credit for attorneys

Register at: http://www.buyusa.gov/arizona/exportessentials.html
Location: Orange Tree Resort, 10601 North 56th Street, Scottsdale, Arizona 
Date: May 21, 2009
Time and schedule: 7:30am Breakfast and registration -- 8:30am - 5:00pm  Program -- 5:30pm - 7:30pm Networking Reception
Cost: $175 / $160 for Arizona Tech Council members

 

Exhibit at the US Pavilion at International Conference & Expo for Franchise – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 25-27, 2009  

ICEF is recognized as the leading and most important franchise event in the Middle East.  The show represents an opportunity for US franchise companies to meet and network with key prospective investors and to promote their franchise to over 5,000 attendees.

  

Expo Construcción Internacional 2009, Tijuana, Mexico, May 28 - 30, 2009  

Expo Construcción expects the participation of 100 exhibitors and attendance of over

4,000 visitors involved in Mexico's construction community. Featured in this exhibition will be manufacturers, distributors and service providers to the construction industry in Mexico, including suppliers of equipment, machinery and materials, architect and engineering services and water treatment related equipment, services and materials.  

If you are interested in additional information on how to participate, contact Ricardo A. Calderón at 52 (664) 622-7495.

 

ExporTech: Developing Strategies for International Markets, September 18, October 16 and November 20, 2009 at the Eller College in Tucson  

ExporTech leads companies through a facilitated process that prepares them for profitable growth in global markets.  Participants will gain an understanding of how exports can be a major growth driver, identify hurdles to expansion, and work with facilitators to develop a customized international growth plan for their company.  

ExporTech offers concrete benefits:

•          The content is customized to the specific learning needs of the participants;
•           The program delivers an “account team” of resources for each company that helps them rapidly move from planning to actual sales and payment;
•           The global strategies and success factors covered are based on real-world company research;
•          Speed to market is accelerated as a robust plan is developed in three months;
•           Quantifiable cost savings are achieved as participants connect with reputable resources; and,
•          Participant will be matched with a qualified Eller College intern throughout the course 

Registration and more information will be posted to our website (www.buyusa.gov/arizona) soon.  For immediate questions, contact Eric Nielsen at (520) 670-5808 or enielsen@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

  

Attention: New Marking Requirements in Saudi Arabia  

Effective February 1, the Saudi Customs Authority issued a strict directive stating that the "Country of Origin/Made in…" mark must be identified (engraved or affixed – non-removable sticker) on each item of a shipment. The mark must also be printed on any boxes or cartons.  The Certificate of Origin must mention the same details.   Any shipments or items arriving without the proper "Country of Origin/Made in…" mark will be refused entry and returned (re-exported), without prior notice, to its origin at the shipper's or consignee's expense.  

These regulations are effective February 1 for all shipments arriving at the ports and airports of Jeddah, Dammam, and Riyadh.  Failure to follow these new regulations will be treated as a serious offense. The importer of record will be fully responsible for any delays and cost incurred against port penalties, demurrage, detention charges, extra manpower, and related charges.  

Please contact Kristian Richardson at Krichardson@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov if you need further assistance.