Global Trade Updates

If you’re doing business with Europe and don’t know the acronym GDPR, you could find yourself in big trouble.

Are you thinking of expanding your business into an emerging market? Efic’s Chief Economist, Cassandra Winzenried, talks about the broader macroeconomic and country risks facing Australian export businesses wanting to expand overseas.

How to protect your intellectual property in China - A webinar with ECA partner, IP Australia.

The Export Council of Australia congratulates the finalists announced for the 2018 Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards. As exporters from across the state compete for 13 industry categories and 3 state-based awards, the program celebrates business excellence in international trade.

The Export Council of Australia, together with the WA Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, is pleased to announce the finalists for this year's 30th Western Australian Industry & Export Awards. From all reaches of the state, 28 businesses have been nominated for this year’s awards across 14 categories.

The Export Council of Australia (ECA), along with our principal partner the New South Wales Government, and our 2018 Award Sponsors, is pleased to announce the finalists of the 2018 Premier’s NSW Export Awards.

Join us for Queensland’s most prestigious export recognition program the annual Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony.

The Export Council of Australia (ECA) commends Labor on its decision to support the TPP-11. Modelling commissioned by major Australian industry associations (including the ECA) shows that as it stands, Australia’s economy will be $15.6bn bigger if it joins the TPP-11. If just five more countries join the agreement, that would increase to $22.1bn.

FD Global Connections, in partnership with Tyro FinTech Hub, Lab1492 and supported by Australian FinTech, is offering the NYC Immersion Program for Australian companies ready to scale into the US.

Managing risk, as an exporter or subcontractor, can be a complex undertaking for businesses wanting to expand into emerging markets.

The Morrison Government welcomes new analysis confirming the real benefits of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP-11) to Australian businesses and the overall economy.

Five new benefits for Australian Trusted Traders, were announced at the annual symposium held on 8 August 2018. There are over 200 accredited Trusted Traders who are able to access these benefits with estimated savings of $3.2 billion projected for Australian business over the 10 year period to 2025.

The ECA is proud to partner with other major industry associations on a report modelling the benefits the TPP-11. The report, written by internationally-respected economists, finds that Australia’s GDP in 2030 will be $15.6 billion higher under the TPP-11.

In the latest edition of World Risk Developments, Efic highlights the fragilities in the Chinese economy and how this could affect Australia’s education exports.

Don't miss the chance to attend the last series of Getting the Documentation Right course in this year. Registrations are still open if you or your staff are interested in attending the course in Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.

The ECA on Monday had the pleasure of welcoming Victoria’s Minister of Trade and Investment Philip Dalidakis to officially open our new Victoria State Office in Melbourne.

Join us as we announce the winners of these prestigious export recognition programs in NSW, QLD and WA. Our gala events will acknowledge exporters of all shapes and sizes, industries and locations. 

Export Connect invites you to 2 forums as part of Fine Food Australia on 10 September in Melbourne. We encourage you to register for both as this is an excellent opportunity to extend your learning and deepen your insights in export. 

The new edition of the Dynamic Export magazine is now out, featuring Export Council of Australia and how we can help Many Australian SMEs and mid-size companies navigate the complexities and opportunities in global business. Read the full magazine here. An insert from the magazine is below. 

According to Efic’s latest Exporter Sentiment Index research results, sentiment among Australian exporters remains positive, however the lift seen in the November 2017 research has not been sustained.

Qantas Freight will launch a new direct seasonal freight service from Darwin to Hong Kong*, supporting producers in Northern Australia to respond to growing demand from Asia.

If you’re even thinking about doing business in China, the first thing to do is protect your brand by applying to register a trade mark in China. China’s first-to-file trade marks system means that registering as early as possible is the most reliable way to protect your intellectual property (IP) and prevent other people from registering your trade mark, a common problem in China.

Australia’s total trade in services increased 7.2 per cent to a record high of $173.1 billion in 2017, helping create new Australian jobs and drive economic growth.

The Alibaba E-Commerce Expo is Alibaba Group's flagship event program in Australia connecting brands and small businesses to the growing market in China. This year the Alibaba E-Commerce Expo and Conference events will take place in Sydney and Melbourne.

In the latest edition of World Risk Developments, Efic looks at the higher borrowing costs Australian SME exporters face compared to larger corporates.

Australia’s total goods and services exports have reached a record $401 billion for the first time, bolstered by strong export growth to China.

Join us for the ECA's Inaugural Community Breakfast Series. This new program hosted by Crowe Horwath is designed to bring together like minded SMEs to share their experiences, discover new business insights and access industry experts, through engaging breakfast sessions held under Chatham House Rules.

To assist Australian businesses entering the United States (US) market, IP Australia has created a suite of resources, starting with trade marks. This new content highlights the important steps businesses should take before they expand into the US.