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A boost for Mexico’s auto industry
Wisconsin companies in the automotive or tire industry could support Mexico’s expanding role in those sectors by supplying technology and equipment.
India takes steps to make electric vehicles more affordable
The latest national budget reduces customs fees for products related to lithium-ion battery production, which could help Wisconsin suppliers in that industry.
Opportunities in China’s wood industry
The country imports almost as much wood as it exports, and the wood industry is an important segment of Wisconsin’s export volume.
High energy prices pose challenges and opportunities in Germany
Wisconsin companies may be able to help German companies find energy-saving solutions.
January 1, 2023
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Regions:
Europe, Germany |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other, Water / Clean Technology
The eyewear industry envisions growing sales in the UK
Developing relationships and collaborations with opticians and suppliers could provide a variety of opportunities for Wisconsin companies to enter the UK’s eyewear supply chain.
Sizing up the paint and coating industry in Mexico
Wisconsin companies in the paint and coating industry may consider Mexico a target market.
Australia’s Modern Manufacturing Expo calls for collaboration
Advanced manufacturers in Wisconsin may find opportunities to help Australian businesses update their systems and technology.
October 1, 2022
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Switzerland’s pharmaceutical industry soars
Switzerland’s broad pharmaceutical expertise and its strong economy make it a good prospect for partnerships with Wisconsin companies.
October 1, 2022
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Regions:
Europe, Switzerland |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Other
Austria moves toward smart factories
With Wisconsin’s cutting-edge research and development in engineering, companies may find opportunities in Austria as its factories adopt advanced technologies.
Supply chain challenges continue in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian countries are seeking alternative suppliers and Wisconsin companies may be able to fill some of the gaps.
September 1, 2022
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Regions:
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Aviation / Aerospace, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other
Machine tool manufacturing highlights Italy’s pandemic recovery
The Italian market holds promise for Wisconsin’s strong machine manufacturing sector.
Australia plans long-term investments in health care
Wisconsin exporters with expertise in upgrading and implementing workforce training and upskilling, equipment, technology, facilities and infrastructure for hospitals and supporting services could capitalize on increased spending for Australia’s health care system.
Mexico’s paper industry stabilizes after pandemic-related problems
Wisconsin is a big player in the pulp and paper industry.
Indonesia wants to transform manufacturing with disruptive technologies
Wisconsin manufacturers could provide digital solutions as well as more traditional electrical equipment and pharmaceutical products to potential partners in the market.
Australia’s new prime minister announces manufacturing initiatives
Australia wants to boost its manufacturing capabilities, which could open opportunities for Wisconsin manufacturers and suppliers.
June 1, 2022
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Home building is poised to surge in Ontario province
Wisconsin companies offering goods and services to the construction industry may find opportunities in Canada.
Light manufacturing plays a growing role in Mexico
Wisconsin companies providing services or equipment to light industry operations may find a market for their products in Mexico.
China’s auto parts industry grows, in spite of pandemic setbacks
Vehicle and parts exporters may want to consider market opportunities in China.
India’s factories work toward Industry 4.0
Wisconsin companies are strong in automation and Industry 4.0 technologies, and could find market opportunities in India.
May 1, 2022
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Regions:
Asia, India |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Dutch government prepares to invest in the future of rail freight
As the Netherlands works to improve its railway freight infrastructure, Wisconsin companies may find opportunities to provide products in this sector.
Demand grows for Industry 4.0 in Southeast Asia
Wisconsin companies are at the forefront of advanced manufacturing systems, and the state’s education system is known for workforce training in engineering, manufacturing and the Internet of Things.
Russia’s furniture production is on the rise
Metal office furniture manufacturing hit a record level in the first half of 2021.
India revamps tariff rates to encourage domestic manufacturing
Wisconsin exporters should be aware of changes that may affect their future dealings with customers in India.
The UK tackles Industry 4.0
Wisconsin companies and technology professionals can play a role in the transformation of the UK’s manufacturers into a more digitized, data-sharing, productive industry.
Australia is planning a robotics revolution
Wisconsin exporters with expertise, products and robotics systems may want to explore the possibilities for partnering with Australian businesses and organizations.
February 1, 2022
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Auto industry fuels Mexico’s economy
Wisconsin is an important supplier of equipment and components for the auto industry.
Japan steps up efforts for renewable power
A big investment in renewable power opens the door to companies with clean energy solutions.
January 1, 2022
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Regions:
Asia, Japan |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
South Africa's pet care industry expands
More South Africans are adopting pets, and that has spurred growing sales in all aspects of pet care.
January 1, 2022
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
Brazil’s fertile fertilizer market
Wisconsin agrochemical companies have a large potential market in Brazil—the world’s fourth largest consumer of fertilizer nutrients.
January 1, 2022
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Regions:
Brazil, Central and South America and the Caribbean |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Australia invests in cybersecurity
More than half of the cybersecurity infrastructure imported by Australia comes from U.S. providers.
December 1, 2021
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other
China strengthens intellectual property protection
Chinese officials lay out plans for improving intellectual property rights over the next 15 years.
Mexico looks to expand electric car sales
Wisconsin companies in the electric and hybrid car sector could benefit from the growing industry in Mexico.
December 1, 2021
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
UAE launches autonomous taxis
It’s the latest in a series of autonomous vehicle projects in the UAE.
December 1, 2021
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, United Arab Emirates |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Government calls for “common prosperity” raise concerns about China’s luxury purchases
Wisconsin companies exporting luxury items could eventually see a broader market from Chinese consumers, the Chinese government says.
Australians are snapping up electric cars
As the Australian electric vehicle industry develops, there will be an increased need for charging infrastructure and supporting products, presenting a potential opportunity for Wisconsin exporters.
October 1, 2021
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Opportunities abound for exporting agricultural machinery to Thailand
Industrial machinery, including farm equipment, has long been Wisconsin’s top export product category. Wisconsin was ranked 11th among the 50 states in the first quarter of 2021 for industrial machinery exports.
June 1, 2021
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Regions:
Asia, Thailand |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Industry confidence spurs expansion plans for Australian dairy farmers
Wisconsin exporters with expertise in dairy farming equipment, dairy processing machinery and irrigation systems may find export opportunities as Australian dairy farmers invest in their operations.
June 1, 2021
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Smart home market continues to boom in China
The whole industrial chain of smart home products can benefit from the growing adoption of this technology worldwide, particularly in China.
India’s wood industry slows due to the pandemic
Wisconsin’s forest products industry could benefit from increased imports of wood to India.
Australian government announces budget for new fiscal year
Priorities include infrastructure, agriculture and manufacturing, with major investments planned for projects in these areas.
May 1, 2021
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other
Armored vehicles gain popularity in Mexico
There’s a need for new technology and products for armored vehicles.
Brazil’s fertile fertilizer market
Wisconsin agrochemical companies have a large potential market in Brazil—the world’s fourth largest consumer of fertilizer nutrients.
April 1, 2021
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Regions:
Brazil, Central and South America and the Caribbean |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Digital transformation underway for Poland's industrial machinery
With one of the strongest economies in the EU, Poland is investing in bringing automation and robotics in line with leading economies in these areas.
Australia envisions advanced manufacturing upgrades
Government support for modernization of processes and technologies is leading to widespread investment, creating opportunities for Wisconsin companies.
March 1, 2021
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
Russia's growing plastics market
Russia is highly dependent on imports in this category, and the U.S. is not yet among its top import sources.
Australian manufacturers prepare to upgrade technology
With the government making major investments in helping companies adopt advanced manufacturing innovations, Wisconsin companies with expertise in automation and robotics, sensors and data analytics, and artificial intelligence can find opportunities.
February 1, 2021
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
Pandemic sways South Korean consumers toward dairy products
South Koreans are highly influenced by trends and a taste for Western consumer goods, and their increasing interest in imported dairy products could open opportunities for Wisconsin cheese producers.
February 1, 2021
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Regions:
Asia, South Korea |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Demand outpaces supply for industrial molds in Mexico
As Mexico works to increase domestic supply, Wisconsin exporters can help fill the gap.
Opportunities in Russia's agricultural machinery market
The market is dependent on imports, with demand increasing due to the pandemic.
Pandemic induces strong demand for recreation equipment in Canada
Demand is outpacing supply of RVs, boats, bicycles and more.
Strong growth in Baltic economies creates opportunities for Wisconsin companies
With rapid post-pandemic recovery projected, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are in need of machinery, chemicals and technology solutions.
September 1, 2020
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Regions:
Estonia, Europe, Latvia, Lithuania |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Opportunities in Russia's sanitary and hygiene product market
The market is dependent on imports, with demand increasing due to the pandemic.
3D printing goes mainstream in Mexico
Once considered a technology to be used for prototyping, 3D printing is now being used to create end products, and is experiencing rapid growth.
UK manufacturing sector seeks new supply sources
Brexit is shaking up the sector's existing supply relationships, creating opportunities for new entrants.
July 1, 2020
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Regions:
Europe, United Kingdom |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing
Australian government plans defense spending for next decade
A newly released plan sets priorities for developing maritime, land, air and space capabilities.
July 1, 2020
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other
Australian companies look to diversify their supply chains
Particularly in light of the pandemic, companies are looking to move beyond dependence on Chinese suppliers.
May 1, 2020
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Mexico's dynamic plastics industry
Mexico is the world's eleventh-largest manufacturer of plastic products, and the industry is largely reliant on imports.
Wisconsin companies can connect to Australia's robotics sector
A renewed focus on robotics comes along with the development of the country's second Robotics Roadmap.
April 1, 2020
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
China adopts additional economic opening measures in light of pandemic impact
The government is increasing market access for foreign capital and supporting increased imports, among other measures.
March 1, 2020
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other
South Africa's plastics market
Environmentally friendly plastics are a particular area of opportunity.
January 1, 2020
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
Brazilian manufacturing sector implements Industry 4.0
Wisconsin companies can be part of the transition.
January 1, 2020
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Regions:
Brazil, Central and South America and the Caribbean |
Industries:
Manufacturing
India's manufacturing sector continues to grow
Wisconsin companies can help supply Indian manufacturers with machinery and technologies
Opportunities in Germany's machinery market
Wisconsin companies can help German companies get up to speed with cybersecurity and automation/robotics in particular.
November 1, 2019
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Regions:
Europe, Germany |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Canadian egg farmers upgrade equipment
As farmers upgrade their poultry housing systems, Wisconsin companies can help fill the demand.
Australia takes steps to grow its AI capabilities
The federal government is in investing in artificial intelligence, robotics and machine learning.
South Africa's automotive market
By becoming acquainted with trends in South Africa’s automotive market, Wisconsin machinery manufacturers and component manufacturers can take advantage of market opportunities.
October 1, 2019
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
Demand for plastic packaging in ASEAN region
Bags, pouches and spill-proof packaging, as well as on-the-go personalized packs, are all especially in demand.
September 1, 2019
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Regions:
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
China hosts World Manufacturing Convention
The convention highlighted China's hubs for machinery, aviation, biomedical and advanced materials manufacturing.
September 1, 2019
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Australian market seeks sustainable packaging
Australian businesses have expressed a commitment to sustainability throughout their entire supply chain, creating opportunities for Wisconsin companies.
September 1, 2019
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Opportunities in Australia for exporters of mining equipment
Australia is a leading producer of several key minerals.
June 1, 2019
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
ASEAN positions itself as a hub for manufacturing investment
Imports of industrial machinery are rising along with this trend.
June 1, 2019
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Regions:
Asia, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Mexico: a market of opportunity for industrial mold manufacturers
Growth in the automotive sector is driving demand, and the country is reliant on imports to meet the gap in domestic production.
Wisconsin agricultural solutions may find customers in Australia
Australia already exports two-thirds of its agricultural produce, and is looking to increase output as demand continues to grow.
May 1, 2019
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Manufacturing
Africa turns its attention to additive manufacturing
Initiatives in South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt and Tanzania
April 1, 2019
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing
In the push to modernize, Polish manufacturers draw on imported solutions
Domestic supply cannot keep up with demand, creating opportunities for Wisconsin companies.
Spanish food processing on the rise
Wisconsin companies can help meet the demand for food processing machinery and food imports.
The German manufacturing sector's continued strength
Self-controlling machinery, sensor-aided production systems, automated data generation and cybersecurity are current areas of opportunity.
Demand for imports of high-tech machine tools in Mexico
Mexico produces very little in the way of high-tech machine tools, automation equipment and robotics, creating an opportunity for Wisconsin companies.
January 1, 2019
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
Trends in the Canadian retail market
Companies that can provide retail analytics, predictive modeling, machine learning and artificial intelligence are in demand as the industry changes.
Wisconsin companies can help develop the Netherlands' agriculture sector
Wisconsin companies can provide agricultural technology to support the current focus on efficiency, cost savings and sustainability.
October 1, 2018
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Regions:
Benelux Countries, Europe |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Mexico's fast-growing heavy construction equipment market
By supplying Mexican manufacturers, U.S. companies can tap into the larger Latin American market.
Overview of El Salvador's export market
Pharmaceuticals, travel and tourism, automotive parts, packaging and food processing equipment, printing and graphics, safety and security equipment, and renewable energy are the most promising industries for this growing market.
September 1, 2018
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Regions:
Central and South America and the Caribbean, El Salvador |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Water / Clean Technology
Canadian firms look to machine learning to enhance productivity
The number of projects using this technology was expected to double from 2017 to 2018, and double again by 2020.
September 1, 2018
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Regions:
Canada, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Strong demand for industrial machinery in the Netherlands
Sustainability and connected systems are especially in demand.
July 1, 2018
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Regions:
Benelux Countries, Europe |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
Thailand bolsters growth in domestic auto production
Wisconsin auto parts suppliers can serve the large and growing market, which is shifting its focus to green automotive production.
Strong demand for imports of power tools in Mexico
With domestic manufacturers unable to keep up with this demand, Wisconsin companies can help supply the needed tools.
Consequences of U.S. tariffs for trade with China
China's retaliatory tariffs will affect several important categories of Wisconsin exports.
March 1, 2018
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Manufacturing shifts from China to Vietnam
This trend is especially prominent in electronics manufacturing.
Opportunities in Poland's packaging industry
Innovative packaging solutions are needed to serve the food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics sectors for both domestic consumption and processing for export.
High-tech equipment needed in Mexico's manufacturing sector
With few domestic producers, Mexico relies on imports, and Wisconsin companies can help meet the demand.
February 1, 2018
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
As consumption quantity increases, China moves to increase quality as well
A new government report emphasizes the importance of growth in innovative, high-tech products.
February 1, 2018
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Connected and autonomous vehicle industry grows in Canada
Convergence of strength in automotive manufacturing and information and communications technology has led to particular strength in Ontario province.
February 1, 2018
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Regions:
Canada, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Australian government incentives boost manufacturing sector
Wisconsin exports can help fuel the additional growth that is projected for Australia's manufacturing sector.
Rising demand for machinery in Spain
A recovering Spanish economy is creating demand for machinery for sectors including plastics, food processing, textiles, leather, metalworking, agriculture, automotive, wind power, and home building.
Chinese companies shine at consumer electronics show
China's strength in the high-tech segment is still developing, and Wisconsin companies can help companies take products from concept to market.
January 1, 2018
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Mining sector growth returns to southern Africa
Wisconsin exporters can benefit through the sale of mining and construction equipment, power systems and other requirements for mining operations and infrastructure needs.
January 1, 2018
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Demand runs high in India's materials handling industry
Wisconsin suppliers of equipment such as cranes and forklifts will find ample opportunities as the industry continues to grow.
Grains, energy, cars and machinery: Russia's unexpected import categories
Even though the country exports in all these categories, its imports in the same categories are significant, and Wisconsin companies can supply some of these imports.
November 1, 2017
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Regions:
Europe, Russia |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Water / Clean Technology
India: the world's fifth-largest packaging industry
The industry continues to grow rapidly, driven primarily by pharmaceuticals, foods and beverages, and provides opportunities for Wisconsin companies.
November 1, 2017
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Regions:
Asia, India |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Other
Australia's mining sector shows sustained strength
The U.S. is one of the largest exporters of mining equipment to Australia, and there is an ongoing demand for high-tech equipment, creating opportunities for Wisconsin manufacturers.
Argentina aims to increase auto production
GM has already announced plans to produce a model there, with a $500 million investment.
November 1, 2017
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Regions:
Argentina, Central and South America and the Caribbean |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
France's booming aerospace sector creates demand for parts
Aerospace is the most important segment of French manufacturing, and Wisconsin companies can contribute a larger share of U.S. exports to France in this category.
Canadian industries focus on additive manufacturing
Opportunities for Wisconsin companies in sectors including aviation, automotive, energy, health and medical
Automation and robotics set to transform Mexico's manufacturing sector
Some jobs are expected to be replaced, but Mexico can maintain its status as a global manufacturing hub if it continues to focus on educating the engineers and high-tech workers needed for advanced manufacturing operations.
India adopts new rules for foreign investment in the defense sector
India imports 90 percent of its weapons and military equipment, and recently created a new framework for foreign companies to partner with Indian firms.
Romania's strong economic growth leads to increased demand for food
The country is looking to both increase imports and expand its domestic production, and Wisconsin companies can play a role in both.
August 1, 2017
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Regions:
Europe, Romania |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Canada's aerospace sector booms
Recent aircraft orders have led to a backlog that is expected to take eight years to clear, resulting in opportunities for Wisconsin companies that supply the aerospace sector.
India's machine tool industry is poised for rapid growth
Opportunities for Wisconsin companies to contribute to the growth of India's machine tool industry
Cosmetic and plastic surgery boom in the UAE
The country aims to host 1.3 million medical tourists per year by 2021, and needs medical equipment to support the growing industry.
June 1, 2017
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, United Arab Emirates |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing
Medical equipment export opportunities in Panama
The country has one of Latin America's highest GDP growth rates, and serves as a hub for regional trade in addition to having strong domestic demand.
June 1, 2017
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Regions:
Central and South America and the Caribbean, Panama |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing
China further relaxes restrictions on foreign investment
Affected sectors include mining, manufacturing, transportation, commercial services, finance, scientific research and culture.
June 1, 2017
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Strong demand in Canada for clean energy technologies
Even provinces whose economies depend on fossil fuels are eyeing a shift toward solar and wind power production, and Wisconsin companies can play a role in this conversion.
June 1, 2017
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Regions:
Canada, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Water / Clean Technology
ASEAN prepares to invest $110 billion in infrastructure
Opportunities for Wisconsin companies to assist with developing transportation, electricity, telecommunications, water and sanitation infrastructure
June 1, 2017
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Regions:
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
South Korean consumers seek air pollution solutions
Air quality in South Korea has deteriorated due to a dust storm in the Gobi Desert and smog from China, creating demand for air purifiers, vacuum cleaners, dust-proof bedding and curtains, and dust masks.
May 1, 2017
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Regions:
Asia, South Korea |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Canadian retailers transition to new "omni-channel" warehouse model
As retailers shift to combined fulfillment centers instead of having separate facilities for brick-and-mortar, wholesale and direct-to-consumer sales, demand is increasing for materials handling equipment for these new facilities.
Chile prepares to build new reservoirs
Wisconsin companies can take part in construction, as well as supplying equipment, machinery and design services.
May 1, 2017
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Regions:
Central and South America and the Caribbean, Chile |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
New Dutch government mulls priorities
The environment, renewable energy, and national defense are expected to be among the top priorities of the new coalition government.
April 1, 2017
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Regions:
Benelux Countries, Europe |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Keep an eye on these Brazilian sectors
As the economy emerges from a three-year recession, opportunities exist for Wisconsin companies in the energy, agriculture, infrastructure and telecommunications sectors, among others.
April 1, 2017
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Regions:
Brazil, Central and South America and the Caribbean |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Aviation / Aerospace, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Demand for hydraulic components on the rise in Canada
These components are needed for machinery serving the energy and logistics industries, among others.
April 1, 2017
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Regions:
Canada, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing
India's auto components sector courts imports, FDI
India's automotive industry is on track to become the fourth-largest globally by 2020.
Australia's air force prepares for major acquisitions
Opportunities for Wisconsin companies
March 1, 2017
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other
Opportunities in the UAE defense and health care sectors
Wisconsin exporters should take a closer look at these strong and growing sectors.
March 1, 2017
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, United Arab Emirates |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Other
Opportunities in Mexico's plastics industry
With declining domestic production of inputs, the growing industry relies on imports.
High demand for machinery imports in France
As the industrial production sector modernizes, domestic suppliers are unable to keep up.
New Zealand invests heavily in infrastructure
A list of major projects Wisconsin companies can take part in
January 1, 2017
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Regions:
Australia and New Zealand, New Zealand |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
India's green building boom
Opportunities for Wisconsin suppliers of building products and services, construction, architecture, engineering, design, building materials and equipment
January 1, 2017
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Regions:
Asia, India |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Opportunities in Brazil's agriculture sector
The sector is expected to increase production rapidly in 2017, creating opportunities for Wisconsin suppliers of equipment and other products that support agriculture.
January 1, 2017
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Regions:
Brazil, Central and South America and the Caribbean |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Despite small size, Austria offers big export opportunities
Renewable energy, medical technology and industrial machinery are sectors of particular promise.
January 1, 2017
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Regions:
Europe |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Water / Clean Technology
Ireland's fast-growing economy presents export opportunities
Industrial machinery, medical equipment and food are key sectors of opportunity for Wisconsin companies in this market.
December 1, 2016
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Regions:
Europe |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Australian government commits to major ship and submarine projects
Opportunities for companies from Wisconsin's shipbuilding industry
The automotive sector in Russia
With domestic demand not matching up to production capacity, the Russian government is subsidizing exports.
Mexico's furniture industry
Opportunities for Wisconsin companies to provide raw materials and equipment
November 1, 2016
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Manufacturing, Other
Explosive growth in India's electronics industry
Local production is insufficient to meet current demand, and that gap is only expected to grow.
November 1, 2016
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Regions:
Asia, India |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
China aims to transform its manufacturing sector
New guidelines call for a focus on industries such as information technology, advanced materials and biomedicine, as well as key upgrades to traditional manufacturing, such as smart processes, green manufacturing and safety improvements.
November 1, 2016
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Bid process begins for Chile-Argentina tunnel
Opportunities for Wisconsin companies to contribute equipment and expertise
November 1, 2016
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Regions:
Central and South America and the Caribbean, Chile |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
Baltic States seek to modernize manufacturing
Productivity improvements will be key to maintaining the economies' positive growth, and they will be looking to import machinery.
Mexico's thriving electrical and electronics sectors
Mexico is one of the world's leading markets for metal production, much of it for use in the aerospace, automotive and home appliance industries.
October 1, 2016
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
The Foundry Industry in Mexico
Mexico is one of the world's leading markets for metal production, much of it for use in the aerospace, automotive and home appliance industries.
September 1, 2016
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other
Australia Funds International Collaboration in Five Key Sectors
Advanced manufacturing; food and agribusiness; medical technologies and pharmaceuticals; mining equipment, technology and services; and oil, gas and energy have been identified as the priority sectors.
September 1, 2016
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Other
Opportunities in Mexico's Chemicals and Plastics Sectors
The chemicals industry in Mexico has become a key industry within production chains, and thus represents an important source of capital investment in the long term. It also is one of the key industries for generating employment, at about 18 percent.
Germany's Bustling Trade Show Scene
The world’s top location for trade shows, Germany hosts about 150 international trade fairs a year, attracting up to 170,000 exhibitors and up to 10 million visitors annually. These visitors and exhibitors spend $13.4 billion annually, boosting economic output by $26.2 billion.
July 1, 2016
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Regions:
Europe, Germany |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Water / Clean Technology
Opportunities in the UAE Defense Sector
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the most lucrative markets for foreign defense original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and is expected to spend $52.5 billion during the period 2013-2017.
June 1, 2016
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, United Arab Emirates |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
Manufacturing Strong in South Africa
Manufacturing production in South Africa has increased 2.9 percent in real terms year over year as of April 2016. Fast-growing sectors include electrical machinery (up 17 percent year over year), telecommunications inputs (up 10.4 percent) and inputs into petroleum and petrochemical sectors (up 8.1 percent). Motor vehicle parts and accessories rose 10.2 percent. These subsectors have all seen increased improvement since the South African currency has fallen, creating opportunities for South African exporters to take advantage of lower relative cost structures.
Explore New Export Opportunities in Argentina and Chile
Explore New Export Opportunities in Argentina and Chile ARGENTINA Situated in the southern hemisphere bordering Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil and Uruguay, Argentina has a population of 43.4 million, 92 percent of whom live in urban areas. Despite two sovereign debt defaults in the last 15 years and the end of the commodity boom, Argentina presents significant long-term…
May 10, 2016
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Regions:
Argentina, Central and South America and the Caribbean, Chile |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
Strong Demand for Imported Products in Slovakia
Market News Update Market: Italy Date: September 2015 Milan Expo: "Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life" Why this is important to Wisconsin businesses: Opportunities for companies in Wisconsin's food and agriculture sectors Industry/sector: Food and Beverage, Agriculture/Timber Alhough Expo Milano 2015, the globe’s largest exposition with an average of 20 million visitors, is almost over (it runs May 1…
May 1, 2016
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Regions:
Europe |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Water / Clean Technology
India's Growing Construction Market
India’s construction sector is one of the fastest-growing in the world. The sector contributes nearly 7 percent to India's GDP, and is expected to emerge as the third-largest in the world by 2025, which creates a huge demand for construction equipment in the coming years. The construction equipment industry’s revenue is valued at $6.5 billion, and is expected to reach $15 billion by 2020.
China Supports Agricultural Modernization
Ten Chinese ministries including the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Environment Protection and the Ministry of Commerce recently issued joint guidelines on promoting green consumption, aiming to encourage green consumption, protect the environment and boost sustainable development.
May 1, 2016
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
Industrial and Agricultural Machinery Sector Grows Rapidly in Uruguay
Uruguay Poised to Become World Leader in Renewable Energy: Wisconsin businesses have the opportunity to invest and take advantage of tax incentives offered by the Uruguayan government
April 1, 2016
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Regions:
Central and South America and the Caribbean, Uruguay |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing
Hannover Messe Forges New Ties for Wisconsin Companies
Market News Update Market: Germany Date: March 2015 Germany’s Increasing Strength in Wind Power Why this is important to Wisconsin businesses: A new cluster of startups in Germany seeks to exploit the digital revolution in the medical sector, creating new business opportunities. Industry/sector: Energy New figures from the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) reveal that nearly 11.8GW of…
April 1, 2016
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Regions:
Europe, Germany |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Water / Clean Technology
Australia Updates Drone Regulations to Help Industry Take Off
In 2015, Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Australia (CASA) spokesman Peter Gibson was quoted as saying that CASA was being inundated with an unprecedented number of applications to commercially operate drones: "They're being used in agriculture, mining, by police forces, fire brigades, aerial photography, survey work, mapping, all sorts of things… and the applications people are putting them to broadens all the time.” In September 2016, new, relaxed drone regulations come into force, and it is expected that this will help the industry take off.
April 1, 2016
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other
India's Quest to Become a Manufacturing Powerhouse
Aiming to gain global recognition, India’s government has launched the “Make in India” initiative to promote India as a manufacturing hub. India ranks sixth among the world’s top manufacturing countries, with China topping the list, followed by the U.S., Japan, Germany and Korea.
Sunny Outlook for Capital Goods in Spain
With a share of one-fifth of Spain’s total merchandise exports, the capital goods industry (machinery, electrical and transportation equipment) is the country’s most important export industry. At the same time, Spain is a major importer of machinery components and parts. In 2015, Spain bought goods from abroad for $312 billion, and 10 percent of this amount, $30 billion, went toward machinery purchases.
March 1, 2016
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Regions:
Europe, Spain |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Opportunities in South Korea's Packaging Market
South Korea’s packaging industry has been growing significantly, and is expected to grow further based on advanced technologies and materials. Compared to the sales of global packaging market, which is forecast to reach $82 billion by 2016 and has a 3 percent growth rate, the South Korean packaging market is growing at double the pace. The size of South Korea’s packaging machine industry reached $742 million in 2013 from $675 million in 2012, which is a 10 percent year-over-year increase. With this growth, a packaging market that used to be regarded as supplier-oriented is transforming into a consumer-oriented market, and a range of delicate new packaging types addressing consumer safety, convenience and environmental concerns have been introduced to the market.
Netherlands' Focus Aligns with Wisconsin's at Hannover Messe
“Global Challenges, Smart Solutions” is the theme of the Netherlands delegation at Hannover Messe 2016. Dutch technology companies will show their pragmatic, inventive and strong interdisciplinary approach and their international cooperation toward solving challenges in water technology, energy, health care and food production.
March 1, 2016
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Regions:
Benelux Countries, Europe |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Energy, Power and Control, Food and Beverage, Manufacturing, Water / Clean Technology
Mexico Tackles Waste Management and Environmental Impact
The Clean Industry Program was launched in Mexico in 1992; this program is one of the Mexican government’s pillars of enforcement strategy, along with inspections and citizen complaints. Companies volunteering to join the program pay for an environmental audit by an accredited third-party inspector. The audits assess both plants’ compliance with relevant environmental regulations and their adherence to international environmental management best practices not covered by regulations.
March 1, 2016
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Regions:
Mexico, North America |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other, Water / Clean Technology
China Boosts Support for Green Building and Consumption
Ten Chinese ministries including the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Environment Protection and the Ministry of Commerce recently issued joint guidelines on promoting green consumption, aiming to encourage green consumption, protect the environment and boost sustainable development.
March 1, 2016
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Regions:
Asia, China |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors, Water / Clean Technology
Demand for Agricultural Machinery Rising in Australia
Australia is a strategic export market for U.S. exporters of agricultural machinery and equipment, and in 2014-15, the U.S. was Australia’s largest import source for agricultural machinery and parts. At $372 million, imports from the U.S. accounted for nearly half of Australia’s total imports in this category.
March 1, 2016
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Manufacturing
Export Q&A: Hannover Messe Trade Show
Export Q&A: Hannover Messe Trade Show Q: What is Hannover Messe? A: Hannover Messe is the world’s leading event for industrial technology. The trade fair, which is located in Germany, is expected to draw more than 200,000 attendees and 6,600 exhibitors from 62 counties this year. Exhibitors will represent industries including industrial automation, industrial supply,…
February 1, 2016
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Regions:
Asia, Indonesia |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Multiple Sectors
February 1, 2016
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Regions:
Australia, Australia and New Zealand |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other