Commercial News USA is the premier promotion product of the United States Department of Commerce and a proven tool for helping U.S. exporters develop new markets.
- The July/August 2008 issue of Commercial News USA click here
- Commercial News USA Online click here
Request a copy of Commercial News USA to be mailed to you click here
September/October 2008
THINK GLOBAL: Take advantage of the relatively low value of the dollar and increase your worldwide sales.
Special offer
- Buy 2 get one FREE. Advertise in the next two issues of Commercial news USA and receive your third ad for free.
- $100 off anyt 1-time ad at the 1-time rate.
- Free banner ad on website (September 1 - October 31)
Featured Sections: Automotive, Aviation, Marine; Manufacturing, Industrial
- Free full-pagae advertorial to full-page advertisers
- Free half-page advertorial to half-pate advertisers
- All other display ad sizes are 30% off
- listing ads are $100 off for a 1-time ad
Appalachian Companies offered Special Discounts for September/October issue
Commercial News USA is offering a $500 discount on ads to Appalachian companies as part of the September/October 2008 issue. 20 discount opportunities are available*.
- Free upgrade to color
- Additional discounts for full and half page advertisers
Your company can reach 400,000 buyers in 176 countries worldwide for just $395.
Deadline for space reservations is July 11, 2008
For more information contact the Pittsburgh office 412-644-2800 or in Erie 814-871-5353
*for companies that did not use in July/August issue
What is Commercial News USA?
Commercial News USA is a catalog-style magazine that includes individual product photos and descriptions as well as print advertisements which target 400,000 potential buyers worldwide (including 80,000 subscribers).
It has recently been completely redesigned and enhanced to make it an even more effective vehicle for promoting American-made products and services to prospective buyers and partners outside of the United States. The newest issue is now available online free of charge. Readers have the option of viewing online either in pdf or html format. Commercial News USA is also translated into special Spanish and Chinese language editions.
You can also advertise on the Commercial News USA Web Site.
Why Should You Advertise in Commercial News USA?
Advertising in Commercial News USA (CNUSA) is a unique tool to increase your export outreach:
- Direct Response New customers around the world will read about a U.S. company's product or service and will receive information to contact clients directly.
- Broad Distribution Worldwide circulation to an estimated 400,000 business readers in more than 145 countries.
- Built-In Credibility Distributed by U.S. Commercial Service officials at embassies and consulates, CNUSA enjoys a unique credibility that no other publication can offer.
Featured Industry Sectors:
- Agriculture
- Automotive/Aviation/Marine
- Business Services
- Building/Construction/Hardware
- Consumer Goods
- Electrical/Electronics
- Environmental
- Franchising
- Health & Beauty/Fashion
- Hotel/Restaurant Equuipment/Food/Food Processing
- Industrial Equipment/Services & Supplies
- Information Technology/Telecommunications
- Materials/Plastics/Resins
- Medical/Scientific Products & Equipment
- Safety & Security
- Sports and Recreation
Export Successes Hundreds of export successes and agent/distributor agreements, and thousands of trade leads are generated each year from the exposure U.S. companies receive as a result of advertising in the magazine. In 2003, over $100 million in export sales and hundreds of business relationships resulted from advertising in the magazine.
Requirement for advertising in CNUSA:
To advertise in CNUSA, U.S. companies must offer products or
services that are manufactured in the U.S., or products
manufactured outside of the United States that are marketed under
the name of a U.S. company, with U.S. content representing at
least 51% of the finished product's value.
This publication is produced on a bi-monthly basis beginning in September 2004 under a private-public sector partnership initiative between the U.S. Commerce Department and ThinkGlobal Inc.
For more information, contact your local U.S. Commercial Service office at 412-644-2800 or your local trade specialist or visit the Commercial News USA Website
Exporter of the Year Award
The Exporter of the Year Award is presented to 15 companies each year, one for each of 15 categories. Winners are chosen based on the total number of documented export deals completed, total percentage increase in sales compared to the previous year, exports as percentage of total sales, the company’s commitment to exporting, the company’s commitment to customer service, and the company’s innovation and originality in marketing products or services. Winners receive recognition in Commercial News USA magazine.
To be eligible for the award, the company must currently be exporting from the United States.
Western Pennsylvania's dynamic businesses are fierce contenders for the award. Check out our recent local winners here.
