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EAR & ITAR Licensing Issues Workshop to be Held

Friday, February 4th, 2011

Companies interested in shipping goods overseas are invited to attend an EAR and ITAR Licensing Issues workshop at the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development (172 Pembroke Road) on Thursday, February 17th from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

tradePresented by the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center, this seminar will include a discussion of licensing issues affecting both non-military products (regulated by Export Administration Regulations – EAR) and military products (regulated by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations – ITAR).

This session is perfect for businesses trying to determine whether a license is needed for shipment of products overseas and how to use the correct Export Control Classification Numbers on export documents.

EAR licensing issues will be covered during the morning session from 9 a.m.-noon while the ITAR licensing session takes place between 1-3:30 p.m. Registrants may sign up for just the morning session, just the afternoon session or both. Both sessions will include lunch from 12-1 p.m.

The cost of single sessions is $55 while the cost to attend the entire day is $95. To register, please contact Ellie White at (603) 271-8444 or ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us.

Seminars on Free Trade Agreements Offered

Friday, January 28th, 2011

The New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center has announced that it is hosting a seminar, “NAFTA, CAFTA and Other Free Trade Agreements.” The seminar will be held from 9 am noon, Tuesday, February 1 at ITRC’s headquarters at 172 Pembroke Drive in Concord. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m.  

global-dealFTAs are intended to open markets, expand business opportunities, and to help U.S. companies compete more easily in the global marketplace. The United States currently has 11 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), which account for more than 42% of all U.S. exports. Other trade agreements are currently in negotiation, including the U.S.–Korea, or KORUS, trade agreement.  

The half-day seminar will be presented Jeanette Reed of Evolutions in Business, a firm that specializes in training companies in export regulatory compliance. Participants will learn about existing FTAs and requirements that products need to meet in order to qualify for export under these agreements. The seminar will also cover how businesses can potentially expand to new markets, how to ensure compliance of existing exports, and how to qualify for elimination or reduction of tariffs. Rules of origin, the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and potential fines and penalties for non-compliance will also be covered.  

Cost for the seminar is $55 and includes a light breakfast. To register and pay online, go to http://www.exportnh.org/calendar/registration.aspx. To register and pay by check (payable to SNHU/IIB), mail your check to: ITRC Seminar, PO Box 1856, Concord, NH 03301-1856. For questions, call Ellie White at 603-271-8444 or email ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us.

New Hampshire Exports Up More Than 40% in 2010

Friday, January 21st, 2011

New Hampshire had already exceeded its all-time annual export sales record eleven months into 2010, and showed the highest rate of increase in export sales among all the states, according to the New Hampshire Export Review released by the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center (ITRC).

exports-global-tradeIn making the announcement, ITRC’s Director, Dawn Wivell said, “As of November 30th, 2010, New Hampshire’s total year-to-date exports reached $3.889 billion. Prior to that our record was $3.752 billion in 2008—and that was for a full twelve months. To put it in perspective, this is a 40.56% increase over the same eleven month time period in 2009. New Hampshire has a lot to celebrate. The Granite State is number one among the states in rate of export growth, and we’re well above the national rate of 21.31%.”

The New Hampshire Export Review shows that 2,200 companies in the state export their goods or services. The majority of these are small or medium-sized businesses (referred to as SMEs) with fewer than 500 employees. SMEs generate approximately half of New Hampshire’s total exports of merchandise; this is the sixth highest share among the states and well above the national average of 30%.

Wivell says that New Hampshire is especially effective at marketing technology in the world markets.

“Each year the TechAmerica Foundation releases its annual report that details national and state trends in the international trade of high-tech goods,” she said. “We knew that New Hampshire was doing well in that arena, but we were especially pleased to find out that New Hampshire had the third highest tech export concentration in the nation last year; tech exports from New Hampshire accounted for half of our total exports.”

Wivell went on to explain that Mexico continues to be New Hampshire’s number one trading partner, with a 40% increase in trade in the first eleven months of 2010, while Canada continues to be second with an increase of nearly 20% during that time period. China, which was third in this category, has seen outstanding growth representing an increase of 93.54%. Other traditionally strong export markets including Germany, United Kingdom, South Korea, Hong Kong, France, Turkey, Taiwan, Australia, Brazil, Columbia and Singapore also posted double and triple digit increases.

“Our staff at the International Trade Resource Center was especially gratified to see these numbers since it really validates the work we’ve been doing to help New Hampshire companies break into and succeed in the international marketplace,” Wivell said. “I hope this will also serve to inspire New Hampshire companies that have been considering exporting to give us a call.”

Commercial Encryption Export Regulations Seminar Scheduled

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

With security being of paramount importance in today’s world of international trade, the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center (ITRC) will host a “Commercial Encryption Export Regulations” seminar on January 27th from 9-11:30 a.m. at the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development (172 Pembroke Road).

export-encryptionEncryption products are widely used to protect sensitive information. The U.S. Government maintains export controls on encryption items including encryption software, technology and other products to protect U.S. national security and foreign policy interests. Manufacturers and exporters of encrypted items may need to obtain a license to export their products, requiring a great deal of knowledge regarding current rules and regulations.

In this seminar, participants will learn how to identify a product that needs an export license, how to register, self-classify and file a License Exception ENC classification request, how to keep proper records and how to adjust to new amendments to EAR regarding encryption items.

The session will be presented by Jeanette Reed of Evolutions in Business.

The cost for the session is $55 and includes a light breakfast. For details, please visit www.exportnh.org/calendar/registration.aspx. For questions, contact Ellie White at (603) 271-8444 or ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us

Administered by the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development’s Office of International Commerce, the ITRC plans, develops and administers programs for international trade promotion and foreign market development.  For more information about the ITRC, call (603) 271-8444, or visit their website at www.exportnh.org

International Finance Tools Seminar Scheduled

Tuesday, January 11th, 2011

Businesses interested in gaining an understanding of the many different programs available to support import and export needs are invited to take part in an “International Finance Tools” seminar being presented at the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development on January 20th from 9 a.m.-noon.

international-currencyPresented by the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center (NHITRC), this seminar is aimed at small to medium-sized businesses that want to understand different payment methods for their sales as well as the risks and benefits associated with each method. An array of finance programs from the Small Business Administration and the U.S. Export-Import Bank will be presented. Amongst the topics to be covered are obtaining export working capital loans, securing payments from overseas, financing activities that allow your business to expand its global presence and effective payment options to offer your international clients.

Registration is priced at $40 per person. For details, please visit www.exportnh.org/calendar/registration.aspx. For questions, contact Ellie White at (603) 271-8444 or ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us

Administered by the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development’s Office of International Commerce, the ITRC plans, develops and administers programs for international trade promotion and foreign market development.  For more information about the ITRC, call (603) 271-8444, or visit their website at www.exportnh.org

Export Documentation Seminar Offered to NH Businesses

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010

The New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center will host a seminar titled “Export Documentation” on December 14th from 9 am to 12:30 p.m. at 172 Pembroke Drive in Concord. Registration and breakfast will begin at 8:30am.

exportingThe seminar is designed to help those who are considering exporting their products, and answer questions such as: How do you ensure that your products get from your facility to your customer without any issues? What about getting paid? Do you know what forms you need to fill out, and how? Packaging, labeling, documentation and insurance are crucial to a successful interaction with international customers.

Speakers will include Jeanette Reed of Evolutions in Business, a firm that specializes in training companies in export regulatory compliance, and Cal Clucas of Dachser USA, one of the world’s largest freight forwarders.

The half-day seminar will cover everything businesses need to know to handle the logistics of exporting, including proper documentation; Automated Export System (AES) Filing Mandate; government-required recordkeeping; Incoterms 2010 (note that new changes are effective 1/1/11); methods of payment; the Denied Persons List (DPL) and Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) lists; determining the Export Control Classification Number (ECCN); classifying products (Schedule Bs, Harmonized Tariff Schedule, ECCN); commercial invoices; bills of lading; certificates of origin; and the role of the freight forwarder.

To register and pay online, go to http://www.exportnh.org/registration.aspx. To register and pay by check (payable to SNHU/IIB), mail your check to: ITRC Seminar, PO Box 1856, Concord, NH 03301-1856. For questions, call Ellie White at 603-271-8444 or email ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us.

Free NH Export Controls Seminar Scheduled

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

The New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center has announced that it will join with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration Customs Enforcement/Homeland Security Investigations Division and St. Anselm College to host a seminar titled “New Hampshire Export Controls” on December 9th at the NH Institute of Politics on the campus of St. Anselm College, 100 St. Anselm Drive.

exportThe seminar, free to participants, is designed to provide manufacturers, distributors, retailers and exporters of commodities and technologies controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) an opportunity to learn about export controls. Both private industry and government officials will address the group about specific topics dealing with export controls, licensing and compliance.

Participants will learn about ITAR and EAR, and will be able to pose questions to regulating U.S. government officials. They will also learn from actual case examples why export controls are so important, how foreign entities and terrorists attempt to violate them and how to determine if an export license is required prior to the export of a product to overseas markets.

The seminar will also serve as a forum, offering businesses the ability to network with others facing similar export controls challenges.

Participants will receive a certificate of accomplishment at the conclusion of the seminar from the Resident Agent in Charge, Immigration Customs Enforcement/Homeland Security Investigations, Manchester.

To reserve your seat, RSVP by email to Ellie White at ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us.

ITRC to Present Seminar on Doing Business in India

Thursday, November 4th, 2010

India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world with a steady 9% growth rate. The need for products and services is at high demand due to the growing middle class, making it a great time to enter or expand into the Indian market.

india-flag1That’s why the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center (ITRC), in partnership with Southern New Hampshire University, is offering a seminar, “Doing Business in India,” on Tuesday, November 16th from 9am to 12pm at its headquarters at 172 Pembroke Road in Concord.

“This is an opportunity for companies to gain an edge over the competition by learning ways to negotiate and create successful partnerships, while the economic relationship between the U.S. and India is growing,” according to ITRC International Training Manager Ellie White.  “The seminar will include background on Indian culture and history, a look at India’s future, strategic and practical considerations of doing business in India, as well as industry trends.”

According to White, the fastest growing industries in India include aerospace and defense, airport and ground handling, computers and peripherals, education services, electric power and transmission equipment, food processing, medical equipment, mining and mineral processing equipment, oil and gas field machinery, pollution control equipment, retail and franchising, telecommunications equipment, textiles, machinery and water.

Speakers will include Atul Sheth, president of Global Service Resources, LLC, and Chetan Chaudhari, vice president of the India Association of New Hampshire, an organization founded in 1989 to serve the needs of New Hampshire’s Indian community. A native of India, Atul Sheth has assisted a number of leading U.S. companies in creating successful partnerships with Indian businesses; and he can offer valuable insights into both the U.S. and Indian business cultures.

The cost for the seminar is $35 per person, including breakfast. Register online at http://exportnh.org/calendar/registration.aspx. For questions, contact Ellie White at 603-271-8444 or ellie.white@dred.state.nh.us.

ITRC Seminar to Center On Global Intellectual Property Protection

Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Recognizing that protecting property rights abroad can present challenges, the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center will present a seminar titled “Global Intellectual Property Protection” on Thursday, April 1st from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development (172 Pembroke Road).

intellectual-property1Co-sponsored by Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA, this seminar will compare U.S. and foreign patent, trademark and copyright protection, paying special attention to how rights can be protected. Other topics to be discussed include intellectual property licensing considerations, how the Internet has changed the landscape for intellectual property issues, what general costs exist for U.S. and foreign patent protection and what issues can prevent securing a patent. Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA Attorneys Doug Verge, Peter Nieves and Daniel Fink will be the day’s guest speakers.

The price of the seminar is $40 per person. For registration details, please visit www.exportnh.org/calendar/registration.aspx. For questions, contact Katy Reno at (603) 271-8444 or katy.reno@dred.state.nh.us

Administered by the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development’s Office of International Commerce, the ITRC plans, develops and administers programs for international trade promotion and foreign market development.  For more information about the ITRC, call (603) 271-8444, or visit their website at www.exportnh.org

“Opportunities in the Middle East” Focus of International Trade Seminar

Friday, March 12th, 2010

Recognizing the fact that New Hampshire exported approximately $93M of goods to the Middle East in 2009 alone, the New Hampshire International Trade Resource Center (ITRC) will host a seminar titled “Opportunities in the Middle East” at the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development (172 Pembroke Road) on Wednesday, March 24th from 9 a.m.-noon.

middle_east_mapThe seminar will feature Kam Shah of the U.S. Commercial Service’s Middle East/North Africa Business Information Center and Zenagui Brahim, New Hampshire Commercial Consul to Morocco discussing the culture, business and religion of the Middle East. The program will begin with an overview of the region followed by an in-depth examination of the business opportunities in the following markets: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Israel and Morocco.

Following the country profiles will be a panel discussion on the culture, history and major religions of the Middle East and how they influence business opportunities. Top exports from the Granite State to the Middle East currently include transportation equipment and parts, medical device technologies, industrial machinery, plastics, aerospace components, food products, iron and steel articles, glass articles and electrical machinery.

The cost of the program is $40 per person. To register, please visit http://www.exportnh.org/calendar/registration.aspx. For questions, contact Katy Reno at (603) 271-8444 or katy.reno@dred.state.nh.us

Administered by the New Hampshire Division of Economic Development’s Office of International Commerce, the ITRC plans, develops and administers programs for international trade promotion and foreign market development.  For more information about the ITRC, call (603) 271-8444, or visit their website at www.exportnh.org