Important information for UK business travelers to the US International travelers who intend to travel to the United States should visit the U.S. Embassy London website for information on the new Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). Please note that ESTA registration in advance of travel became mandatory on January 12, 2009.

The U.S. Department of Commerce from time to time sponsors trade events, or helps to organize or support overseas events.

Here are a listing of the upcoming International Buyer Program Events that we will be supporting.

For a more comprehensive listing of all our Trade Events, please visit, ExportGov.

Agriculture

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

AG CONNECT EXPO 2011
January 8-10 2011 - Atlanta, GA
Website: http://www.agconnect.com/index.asp
"AG CONNECT Expo 2011 is a world-class event. for the global agriculture industry—bringing together the latest in equipment, technology and ideas."

International Poultry Expo & International Feed Expo
January 26-28, 2011 - Atlanta, GA
Website: http://www.internationalpoultryexposition.com/
"The International Poultry Expo is the networking hub of the world for the poultry industry! Every segment of the poultry and egg industry is represented: feed milling, live production, hatchery, processing, further processing, packaging, commercial egg, marketing, and all support activities.  It will once again be co-located with the International Feed Expo."

Apparel & Textiles

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

ATME-I/MEGATEX
May 18-20, 2010 - Atlanta, GA
Website: http://www.atmanet.org/atmei.asp
"ATME-I/MEGATEX – American Textile Machinery Exhibition – International is the largest show of its kind in the Americas, drawing buyers of textile equipment and services to see the very best textile manufacturing technology in the world. ATME-I is one of the key international events for textile equipment buyers operators and professionals worldwide. The exhibition covers all types of textile equipment and services: dyeing, finishing, spinning, weaving, knitting, nonwovens,processing, making up and much more. It is recognized as the leading exhibition for the textile machinery, equipment, accessories, supplies and services for the yarn and fiber, weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing and finishing and for nonwoven manufacturing industries."

MAGIC Market Place - Summer (August 2010)
August 31- September 2, 2010 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.magiconline.com/magic/v42/index.cvn
"The MAGIC Marketplace is the preeminent trade event in the international fashion industry, hosting global buyers and sellers of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, footwear, accessories and sourcing resources. As an incubator of fashion, MAGIC is where new trends surface and develop into what will be seen on the consumer. The show’s goal is to connect and inspire the fashion community, fuse diverse trends, while offering unbeatable service to its customers."

Automotive

Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0451
Email: Sara.Jones@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week 2010 (AAIW): SEMA Show/AAPEX
November 2-5, 2010 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.aaiwshow.com/
"Meet over 4,000 innovative U.S. and international exhibitors from all parts of the world.
Be a part of the 100,000+ industry professionals who come to Las Vegas every year to exchange ideas and build their businesses. Visitors came from 113 countries last year! Preview over 7,500 new products that will set trends for tomorrow. Learn about tomorrow's aftermarket at more than 100 educational seminars, workshops and product demonstration clinics. "

Beauty

Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0451
Email: Sara.Jones@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

Premiere Orlando 2010: International Beauty Event
June 6-7, 2010 - Orlando, FL
Website: http://www.premiereshows.com/shows/orl/index.asp
Premiere Orlando is the paramount beauty event of the year, assembling the leading names in beauty to provide the industry’s highest rated educational program for hair, nail, dayspa, and business operation.

Building & Construction

Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0471
Email: Cheryl.Withers@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

International Builders' Show
January 12-15, 2011 – Orlnado, FL
Website:  http://www.buildersshow.com/Home/Page.aspx?pageID=1
The International Builders’ Show is the largest annual building industry trade show in the United States and offers the largest number of construction related meetings, seminars, and workshops in the world.  There are no other U.S. shows of this kind and magnitude.

World of Concrete 2011
January 18-21, 2011 – Las Vegas, NV
Website:  http://www.worldofconcrete.com/ind/woc-homepage.aspx
“World of Concrete—the industry’s only annual international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries with 1,700+ leading industry suppliers in more than 900,000 net square feet of exhibits featuring innovative products, technologies, tools and equipment to give you new ways to sustain and grow your business. See the outdoor exhibits & event areas showcasing a continuous, hands-on supply of solid ideas, techniques, demonstrations, resources and connections. Participate in the industry’s top education program with 150+ seminars packed with powerful strategies and knowledge you need. World of Concrete continues to create an important and vital marketplace for both attendees and exhibitors and was named by Tradeshow Week as one of the Top 50 Fastest-Growing Tradeshows.”

Electronics

Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

IPC APEX  EXPO™
April 6- 8, 2010 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.ipcapexexpo.org
"Come to the industry’s own event — a celebration of printed circuit board and electronics manufacturing and test technology."

INTEROP New York 2010
October 18-22, 2010 - New York, NY
Website: www.interop.com
"Technology is more important to business than ever before. Interop is the only place to see all the latest IT products and services at one time—and identify technologies that will give your organization an edge."

International CES 2011
January 6- 9, 2011 – Las Vegas, NV
Website:  http://www.cesweb.org/default.asp
“With more than four decades of success, the International CES reaches across global markets, connects the industry and enables CE innovations to grow and thrive. The International CES is produced by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the consumer technology industry. CEA represents more that 2,200 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of consumer electronics products. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.”

Energy & Power Generation

Contact: Richard Stanbridge, Senior Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0437
Email: Richard.Stanbridge@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov    

Offshore Technology Conference - OTC .10
May 3-6, 2010 - Houston, TX
Website: http://www.otcnet.org/2010/index.html
"Founded in 1969, the Offshore Technology Conference is the world’s foremost event for the development of offshore resources in the fields of drilling, exploration, production, and environmental protection. OTC is held annually at Reliant Center in Houston. Each year, OTC attracts more than 60,000 attendees and 2,000 exhibiting companies representing more than 110 countries."

Electric Power 2010 - 12th Exhibition & Conference for the Power Industry
May 18-20, 2010 - Baltimore, MD
Website: http://www.electricpowerexpo.com/index.asp
"Connect with the power industry like you never have before at our 12th Annual Conference & Exhibition! More than 500 leading power industry suppliers. Over 400 speakers. 100+ sessions. A must attend event for operating and engineering management, from power plant owners and operators to project developers. The world's most comprehensive conference for the power generation industry-- programmed by the power industry for the power industry."

Power Gen 2010
December 14-16, 2010 - Orlando, FL
Website: http://www.power-gen.com/index.html
"Join over 18,000 attendees in Orlando for the industry’s fastest-paced, three-day information exchange designed to share practical experiences, knowledge and ideas on the latest power industry trends and challenges. Featuring insightful discussions, educational conference sessions and networking exchanges with the power sector’s leading companies, you’ll have the opportunity to network and learn from thousands of experts about the technologies and trends on the forefront of the power industry’s future."

Entertainment Services

Contact: Stewart Gough, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0459
Email: Stewart.Gough@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

American Film Market 2010
November 3-10, 2010 – Santa Monica, CA
Website:  http://www.ifta-online.org/afm/home.asp
“Founded in 1981, the American Film Market (AFM) has grown steadily to become the premiere global marketplace where Hollywood’s decision-makers and trendsetters all gather under one roof. Unlike a film festival, the AFM is a marketplace where production and distribution deals are closed. In just eight days, more than $800 million in deals will be sealed — on both completed films and those that haven’t started shooting yet — making AFM the must-attend industry event. With 8,000 attendees, 900 screenings, and seminars programmed by leading industry organizations, the American Film Market continues to be the pivotal destination for independent filmmakers and business people from all over the world.” 

Environment

Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0451
Email: Sara.Jones@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

Waste Expo 2010
May 4-6, 2010 – Atlanta, GA
Website:  http://wasteexpo.com/wasteexpo2010/public/enter.aspx
“WasteExpo is North America’s largest solid waste and recycling tradeshow serving both the private and public sectors. Whether you come from the public sector, a small, medium or large private sector waste management company or a manufacturer or supplier, you’ll benefit from attending WasteExpo.”

EUEC 2011: 14th Annual Energy & Environment Conference & Expo
January 30 - February 2, 2010 – Phoenix, AZ
Website:  http://www.euec.com/html/home.htm
"EUEC has been recognized as one of the "must attend" annual meetings in the United States for energy and environment professionals to network with experts and learn about cutting edge technologies and strategies concerning renewable energy and carbon management. Over 2000 delegates will be able to network in a 200 company exhibit area."

Food Processing

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

IFT Annual Meeting and Food Expo
July 18-20, 2010– Chicago, IL
Website:  http://www.am-fe.ift.org/cms/
"The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo is the largest annual food science forum and exposition in the world. Thousands of food scientists, suppliers, marketers, and others from around the globe annually join news reporters at the convention, attracted by the promise of encountering the driving forces behind the innovations and information affecting consumers, growers, processors, regulators and researchers who make the U.S. food supply diverse. Experts from companies, government agencies, and research institutions will provide insight during more than 1,000 presentations covering topics ranging from new health and safety benefits and product innovations to the latest consumer favorites, fears, and trends. Approximately 1,000 companies utilizing 250,000 square-feet of exhibition space regularly present their latest advancements for making food more fun, functional, nutritious, appealing or accessible."

International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) 2010
September 26-29, 2010– Las Vegas, NV
Website:  http://www.bakingexpo.org/
"Join us in Las Vegas, Nevada when thousands of industry professionals unite for the world's largest, most comprehensive Baking Expo™ of the year. More than 700 exhibiting companies will showcase cutting-edge technologies, equipment and new products to help attendees from the grain-based foods industry strengthen their competitive position, uncover new opportunities and maximize profits. Produced by the American Bakers Association (ABA), BEMA and the Retail Bakers of America (RBA), this is where it all comes together."

Forestry

Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0471
Email: Cheryl.Withers@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

International Woodworking Machinery & Supply Fair - USA
August 25-28, 2010 – Atlanta, GA
Website:  http://www.iwfatlanta.com/
"IWF is the 'must attend' show for supplies, manufacturing and processing of materials for the furniture, cabinetry, flooring, door & window, plastics, solid surfacing, and machine tooling industries. No other show offers access to exhibitors and buyers from all elements of the wood and related material processing industry."

Franchising

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

International Franchise Expo (IFE) 2010
April 9-11, 2010 – Washington, D.C.
Website:  http://www.ifeinfo.com/index.cfm
"The world's premier franchise event showcasing hundreds of franchise concepts is an annual event sponsored by the International Franchise Association (IFA). Franchising companies at the IFE come from a vast array of industries offering concepts at all investment levels. Another high point at the IFE is the most comprehensive conference program offered on franchising."

Healthcare

Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0471
Email: Cheryl.Withers@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov     

American Association for Clinical Chemistry Annual Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo 2010
July 25-29, 2010 – Anaheim, CA
Website: http://www.aacc.org/events/2010am/pages/default.aspx
“Join thousands of your colleagues at the AACC Annual Meeting. Explore new technologies and ideas, hear fascinating speakers and network with the industry’s best.”

FIME International Medical Expo
August 11-13, 2010 – Miami, FL
Website: http://www.fimeshow.com/index.cfm
FIME features these 4 Industry Sectors: medical equipment, medical products, medical services, and medical technology.

American Dental Association Annual Meeting 2010
October 9-12, 2010 – Orlando, FL
Website:  http://www.ada.org/prof/events/session/index.asp
“The ADA Annual Session brings together leaders in dental practice, research, academics and industry to present more than 225 continuing education courses over four days.”

Greater New York Dental Meeting
November 26-December 1, 2010 - New York, NY
Website: www.gnydm.com 
The Greater New York Dental Meeting is considered throughout the world as the premier dental meeting in the United States. Drawing upon approximately 1500 technical exhibits and bringing together 2,700 international attendees representing 107 countries, GNYDM showcases the latest technological advances in the art and science of dentistry.GNYDM is viewed as the crown jewel of dental meetings and has seen a spike in attendance over the past few years. It is unmatched for breadth and scope of subjects with a full program of conferences and seminars running concurrently with the exchibits. The education programs feature over 300 renowned clinicians from around the world who give presentations covering the latest scientific advances in the world of dentistry and healthcare.

Natural Products Expo West & Supply Expo
March 11-13, 2011 – Anaheim, CA
Website: http://www.expowest.com/ew10/public/enter.aspx
"Natural Products Expo West continues to be the leading trade show in the natural, organic and healthy products industry. Rated as one of the top 200 trade shows in the US by Tradeshow Week, Natural Products Expo West continues to help attendees reach their business goals in this dynamic industry."

Hotel/Restaurant

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

National Restaurant Show (NRA)
May 22-25, 2010 - Chicago, IL
Website: http://www.restaurant.org/show/index.cfm
The first National Restaurant Association show was held in Kansas city, Missouri on December 1-3, 1919. Since that time, the NRA/Show has been the leading trade show in the retaurant and hospitality industry. Dozens of hospitality industry specific groups and organizations allied to the hospitality industry, as well as hundreds of restaurant/hotel corporations, hold meetings in Chicago immediately preceeding, during and following the Show, further solidifying its position as the leading annual event in the hospitality industry.

Household Consumer Goods

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

High Point Market-Spring
April 14-22, 2010 - High Point, NC
Email:  bcasey@N0SPAM.highpointmarket.org   
Website:  http://www.highpointmarket.org  
The High Point Market-Spring is the largest trade show serving the home furnishings marketplace. The Market represents all aspects of home furnishings, including wood and upholstered furniture, lighting, home decor, fabrics and textiles, and products offered cover all price points in the industry and is the premier show of its kind in the world.

International Home & Housewares Show
March 6-8, 2011 - Chicago, IL
Website:  http://www.housewares.org/show/info/
"The International Home + Housewares Show offers you the opportunity to see first-hand consumer lifestyle and product trends for all areas of the home, both inside and out, under one roof."

Information Technology & Communications

Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

The NAB Show 2010
April 12-15, 2010 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.nabshow.com/2010/index.asp
"The NAB Show™ is your chance to evolve, innovate and grow your business — in smarter ways that allow you to save time and money in today’s economic conditions. More than just broadcasting, the NAB Show is the world’s largest digital media industry event attended by leading media, entertainment and communications professionals who share a passion for the next generation of video and audio content across multiple platforms — from television, radios and computers to phones, the big screen and beyond."

InfoComm 2010
June 6-11, 2010 - Orlando, FL
Website: http://www.infocommshow.org
Sponsored by InfoComm International, formerly the International Communications Industry Association, InfoComm is rated a top 50 tradeshow and is the leading business-to-business marketplace for display, projection, audio, conferencing, lighting and staging, digital signage, internet streaming and networked presentation and communications systems. More than 28,000 professionals from over 80 countries are expected to gather to explore new products, learn the latest trends and techniques and interact with peers. 

SUPERCOMM/NXTcomm 2010
June 2010 - Chicago, IL
"SUPERCOMM provides a foundation for the communications industry to explore the technological transformation created by Broadband innovation."

Satellite 2011
TBD 2011
Website: http://www.satellitetoday.com
The SATELLITE Show is the satellite industry’s largest, most comprehensive gathering of innovations, technologies and professionals offering invaluable business solutions and mission-critical options to specific operational requirements.

CTIA Wireless 2011
March 22-24, 2011 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: http://www.ctiawireless.com/
"The Most Important Global Technology Event of the Year!  The convergence of more than 1,100 exhibiting companies, dozens of industries, and over 40,000 professionals from 125 countries all working toward the common goal of revolutionizing wireless."

Lawn/Garden Equipment

Contact: Sara Jones, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0471
Email: Sara.Jones@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

National Hardware Show & Lawn and Garden World 2010
May 4-6, 2010 - Las Vegas, NV
Website: www.nationalhardwareshow.com
"The National Hardware Show in Las Vegas is the leading time & place based face-to-face, sourcing, trading and learning event for the highly fragmented $343 Billion dollar US "home after market", i.e.; all the products sold for the home, after the home is built, attracting a worldwide audience of more than 27,000 industry professionals."

Packaging

Contact: Marcella Marcheso, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0433
Email: Marcella.Marcheso@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

PACK EXPO International 2010
October 31 - November 4, 2010 – Chicago, IL
Website:  http://my.packexpo.com/default.aspx
“PACK EXPO International will focus on the latest developments in packaging technology and will showcase exhibitors' state-of-the-art advances in packaging machinery, converting machinery, materials, packages and containers, and components. The most prominent companies in the industry will be exhibiting and making product introductions at the show. PACK EXPO International is a biennial event (every other year) - ideal timing for important industry updates and new product technology.” 

Printing/Graphic Arts Eq.

Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

GRAPH EXPO 2010
October 3-6, 2010 - Chicago, IL
Website:  http://www.graphexpo.com/
GRAPH EXPO is the largest and most comprehensive graphic communications and package printing/converting event in the Americas in 2010.  Attendees are tens of thousands of graphic communications and converting professionals who will come to see, explore and evaluate the latest technologies—in live demonstrations—and related services from among more than 500 exhibitors (manufacturers and suppliers) from all over the world who represent all sectors of the industry, in over 400,000 square feet  (40,000 square meters) of exhibit space.

Graphics of the Americas (GOA) 2011
February 24-26, 2011 - Orlnado, FL
Website:  http://www.graphicsoftheamericas.com 
Graphics of the Americas (GOA) has been drawing a unique blend of buyers for over 30 years. GOA is the premier Exposition and Conference for the printing and publishing industry in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean.

Real Estate

Contact: Cheryl Withers, Commercial Assistant
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0471
Email: Cheryl.Withers@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

RECON – The Global Retail Real Estate Convention
May 22-25, 2010 – Las Vegas, NV
Website:  http://www.icsc.org/2009SC/index.php (2010 show website is not available yet)
“Join over 50,000 of your colleagues from all corners of the world for networking, deal making and education at RECon. Meet the leaders in the retail real estate industry and do a year’s worth of business in four days. Check out the Trade Exposition to shop for the latest products and services. Visit the Leasing Mall where developers, retailers and lenders come together to network and conduct business. Attend Educational Sessions and Workshops to learn about the issues and trends affecting the industry. Be inspired by world-renowned speakers.”

Safety & Security

Contact: Andrew Williams, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0417
Email: Andrew.Williams@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

ISC West 2010
March 24-26, 2010  - Las Vegas, NV
Website:  http://www.iscwest.com  
This is the first security show of the year and is also the first security show of choice. ISC West - the security event that buyers say is the best in the industry with over 15,300 security buyers and a total of over 24,300+ industry professionals, 44 percent of whom do not attend any other security event. ISC West attendees give it the highest marks for offering the largest selection of products and services and for being the best place to see new products and trends.

Travel & Tourism

Contact: Stewart Gough, Commercial Specialist
Tel: +44 (0)20 7894 0459
Email: Stewart.Gough@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov

International Hospitality Week
TBD 2011  - Las Vegas, NV
Website:  http://www.internationalhospitalityweek.com/
"International Hospitality Week - the Las Vegas is the mega-event that includes the Nightclub & Bar Convention and Trade Show, International Restaurant Show - Las Vegas and Hotel World Food and Beverage Expo & Conference. Share ideas and insights with more than 30,000 hospitality professionals as you experience an outstanding educational program, the hottest new products and networking events beyond compare!"