UK (Salford) - Smart Cities of the Future in Asia: Opportunities for UK Business
Date: 14/02/2012 - 14/02/2012
Start/End Time: 10:30 - 16:00
Registration Open: 07/12/2011
Registration Cut Off: 09/01/2012
Event Organiser: UKTI
Location: (Venue TBC), Salford, North West, United Kingdom
Main Contact: Event hotline
Tel: 020 7034 3293
Email: businessinasia@innovision.eu
Register your interest now to attend a half day seminar with a focus on the development of smart cities in Asia, and the business opportunities that they present to UK companies. The seminar will take a detailed look at the findings of new UKTI research into the challenges faced by a number of cities across ten Asian markets, and the smart solutions being proposed to address them.
Meet experts from the research team, as well as senior UKTI representatives from all ten Asian markets included in the research.
This event is aimed at innovative companies of all sizes, and will present details of opportunities across a range different sectors, including the Built Environment, Education, Energy & Environment, Health, Digital Environment, and Transportation sectors. Registration is restricted to two representatives per company.
Cost and Registration
£50 + VAT early bird special (£65 + VAT from 25 December). UK business people wishing to reserve a place should register their interest at www.businessinasia.co.uk or call 020 7034 3293.
UK - Explore Asia – a world of opportunities for UK companies
Figure 1: Japan buildings
Date: 09/02/2012
Registration Open: 05/12/2011
Registration Cut Off: 09/02/2012
Location: Central Hall Westminster, Storey’s Gate, Westminster, SW1H 9NH, London, United Kingdom
Event hotline: +44 (0) 20 7034 3293
Email: uktiasiataskforce@ukti.gsi.gov.uk
Organisation: IG 2 - Emerging Markets & Policy Team
Alternative Contact: Mo Dowlut
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7215 8579
Organisation: IG 2 - Emerging Markets & Policy Team
Is your business looking to grow and expand? Interested in the opportunities in Asia for your business?
Hear from UKTI and business experts at this one-day conference on 9th February at Central Hall Westminster, London, organised by UKTI’s Asia Task Force team.
Sign up today at www.businessinasia.co.uk and benefit from:
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On-the-ground briefing on the business and political climate in 12 Asian markets from UKTI Directors of Trade & Investment
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Practical advice from UK companies already succeeding in Asia
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Bespoke one-to-one meetings with UKTI Directors of Trade & Investment to discuss your company’s prospects in Asian markets
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Individual advice from UKTI Trade Advisors to help you develop your export plans
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Advice on common legal issues and finance considerations
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Access to the findings from UKTI’s latest research on Future Smart Cities in Asia
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Hear from UKTI business specialists on the high value projects in Asia and how you can access the opportunities they present
You can also participate in an interactive Business Masterclass with:
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Stephanie Flanders, BBC Economics Editor, facilitating the session
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Theo Paphitis, Businessman, star of Dragons’ Den, Chairman of Boux Avenue lingerie & Ryman Stationery and presenter of ‘Theo’s Adventure Capitalists’, who will talk about what he has learnt from following aspiring UK entrepreneurs in Asia
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Tamara Mellon, UK Business Ambassador and Founder and former Chief Creative Officer of Jimmy Choo, who will discuss brand building and her Asia export experiences
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Andrew McLaughlin, Group Chief Economist, RBS, who will give you an overview of the current economic climate and future outlook in the Asia region.
Who should attend?
Whether you are a Chief Executive Officer, senior decision-maker or business development/international sales & marketing manager, if yours is a UK company exporting internationally and you want to find out more about Asia, this event could be for you.
This event is not aimed at UK companies wishing to import or source from Asia.
Registration opens on 5 December 2011.
Past events
Since 2009 over 3000 business delegates have attended Asia Task Force events to hear the latest market intelligence from Ambassadors and Directors of Trade & Investment, access practical advice and expertise from UKTI, legal and financial partners and learn from UK businesses already trading successfully with Asia.
26% of attendees at past Asia Task Force events have reported increasing their business in Asia as a result of attending events (delegates surveyed in March 2010) and 67% reported that they expect to increase their business over the next three years. Read how Trinity International increased their business in Vietnam following one of our “Doing Business in Asia” events in Edinburgh.
UK - Seminar on Business Opportunities from International Port Projects
Date: 01/05/2012 and 03/05/2012
Event Organiser: UKTI
Location:
1 May 2012 - One Great George Street, Westminster, London
3 May 2012 - Radisson Blu Hotel, City Centre, Liverpool
Tel: 0117 933 9543
Email: info@portsinasia.com
UK Seminars: 1 May 2012 in London and 3 May 2012 in Liverpool
UKTI has undertaken extensive research to compile and verify port project opportunities across the Asia and Asia Pacific regions and will present the findings to UK companies at high profile events in two of the UK’s leading maritime centres. If your company is looking to capitalise on the raft of major port projects taking place then this event is for you.
Hear from key industry figures and receive a detailed presentation on the following reports:
Report 1: Port Projects and Supply Chain Opportunities
This report will provide an overview of major port projects in the Asia and Asia Pacific region and an overview of supply chain opportunities.
Report 2: Port Security
The second report will focus on future trends and opportunities in the port and maritime security sector.
Both reports will showcase 7 high growth markets where significant port developments are taking place in the next 5 years: Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey and Vietnam.
Locations:
1 May 2012, One Great George Street, Westminster
3 May 2012, Radisson Blu Hotel, City Centre, Liverpool
Who should attend?
Any UK-based company who provides expertise, products or services in the construction, development and operation of port and terminals including all types of container, LNG, Cruise and Bulk facilities.
International port projects are multi million or billion pound projects and there are a wide variety of opportunities for UK companies across a number of sectors including: Advanced Engineering, ICT, Financial and Legal Services, Construction, Maritime Security, Engineering & Consultancy Services, Education & Training, Logistics and Materials Handling equipment.
If you are new to the Ports sector or a new exporter this is an opportunity to find out about the business opportunities from the development and operation of a large port. Australia, one of the markets to be showcased is ideal for new exporters.
As part of the registration process all companies will receive a welcome pack including country business guides and advice for breaking into high growth markets. You will also receive an electronic copy of both reports after the launch events.
Attendance at the event and all reports is free of charge for UK based companies.
Register to attend or for more information contact info@portsinasia.com or call 0117 933 9543
