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International Assistance

NPE2009 International Buyer Program

IBPAs part of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s prestigious International Buyer Program (IBP), NPE2009 is pleased to offer special services to its international guests. U.S. Commercial Service officers can arrange meetings for you with reputable U.S. suppliers and provide export trade counseling before, during and after the show. To learn more, contact the U.S. Commercial Service at the American Embassy or Consulate nearest you. Simply go to http://www.buyusa.gov and click on “Contact Us.”

International Trade Center

In the International Trade Center, open daily during Exhibit Hall hours, guests enjoy exclusive benefits that are intended to make your experience as comfortable and profitable as possible. These services include:

  • access to private meeting spaces
  • language facilitator services
  • import-export counseling with international trade specialists from the U.S. Commercial Service
  • a free export exhibitor directory
  • Internet access

MPPIMNPE2009’s International Center is sponsored by Injection Molding Magazine and Modern Plastics Worldwide.

International Reception

All exhibitors and international attendees are invited to attend the NPE International Reception at the International Trade Center. Come by, grab a drink and socialize with colleagues and business partners.

Increase Your Global Sales at the U.S. Export Pavilion

While you're at NPE, make sure to visit the U.S. Export Pavilion to learn how to increase your international sales. Trade experts from the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Commercial Service, Export-Import Bank, Freight Forwarders Association and Small Business Administration will be on hand to help you:

  • Research export markets
  • Find international buyers
  • Finance your exports
  • Comply with export regulations
  • Ship your products
  • Get export counseling and assistance

The NPE2009 Export Pavilion is located just off the grand concourse near the entrance to the North Hall. Be sure to stop by. Visit www.export.gov to learn more or call: 1.800.USA.TRADE.