New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

Women in Export is a forum for females in exporting to talk about topics in international business, and network with like-minded people. Join us for an inspiring fireside chat with Frances Shoemack, founder of Abel, who turned her passion for natural ingredients into the world’s best 100% natural perfume, and NZTE Customer Manager Adeline Giacometti. Connect with other women in the export sector and learn from Frances’ journey to global success: https://lnkd.in/gEzFmu4d #WomenInExport #NZTE #NetworkingEvent #ExportLeadership #InspiringWomen

Today, 85% by value of New Zealand’s exports are going to countries with Climate Related Disclosures proposed or in force. This means our exporters need to be aware of these disclosures to ensure their businesses are export ready.  The Centre for Sustainable Finance: Toitū Tahua and KPMG have launched their new Starter for Ten guide, designed to support Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in becoming more sustainable. Read the guide here or learn more at a webinar with Jo Kelly CE Centre for Sustainable Finance, Nick Swallow Director for Impact KPMG and Florence Van Dyke Global Sustainability Lead NZTE. 

The game development industry is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing creative sectors, reporting a 26% growth in revenue from last year, generating NZD 548 million. As part of Melbourne International Games Week, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, partnered with CODE NZ - New Zealand Centre of Digital Excellence and Dinosaur Polo Club, hosted a Game Dev breakfast to showcase and connect the talented New Zealand game developers we work with to worldwide industry leaders and publishers. This included a Q&A with special guest Jê Alipio, Director & Head of Games, APAC & MENA, The Walt Disney Company. Read the full NZGDA report to find out more about New Zealand’s game development industry here: https://lnkd.in/gANRsHrg #MIGW#NZGameDev

14 business leaders and heads of organisations took part in the Minister for Trade’s mission to Brazil this week. The visit saw 13 new partnerships and deals signed - worth approximately $100 million in trade value - as well as a significant number of new connections made. Congratulations to kiwi companies Mindhive Global, Gallagher Animal Management, Tait Communications, Loadscan, FRAMECAD, Formthotics Medical by Foot Science International, Aroa Biosurgery Limited, Les Mills Brasil and ADInstruments on the new signings and launches and to all for showcasing the very best New Zealand has to offer, from our high-quality products and services to our pioneering tech and innovation. Missions are vital to delivering the government’s goal of doubling the value of exports over the next 10 years. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gT7i89JR #NZBrazilMission2024 Todd McClay, NZTE Brasil, New Zealand Brazil Business Chamber Latin America New Zealand Business Council Latin America Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence

New Zealand’s Tech Sector is the country’s third largest export sector, with B2B technology services playing a crucial role in this growth. Are you ready to elevate your B2B marketing game? Join us on Wednesday, 30 October for an exclusive webinar featuring marketing guru Cath Brands, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer at Flintfox International. Discover the secrets to successful B2B marketing from a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience at top companies like Coca-Cola, Westfield, Amazon, and Microsoft. Register now for free and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gx5euTVF #NZTE #Webinar #B2BMarketing #WomenInExport

Thailand has the second largest economy in Southeast Asia, with significant opportunities available for New Zealand exporters. New Zealand companies Aeroqual Fertility Associates and Gentrack Ltd (Global) are forging stronger ties with Thailand through the signing of three significant Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) observed by Deputy Prime Minister Rt. Hon Winston Peters, New Zealand Ambassador to Thailand Jonathan Kings and NZTE Trade Commissioner Suzy Fewtrell. These partnerships continue to boost the ongoing efforts to strengthen the bilateral trade relations with Thailand. Learn more about the Thailand market on myNZTE: https://lnkd.in/gRJVNaFp #NZTE #Partnerships #EconomicGrowth #Fertility #DataManagement #GlobalBusiness #Innovation

Brazil is the 8th biggest economy in the world and full of potential for Kiwi exporters. The Minister for Trade will lead a 14-strong trade delegation to São Paulo, Brazil next week to unlock new trade and diversification opportunities. The delegation represents NZ’s innovative tech, agribusiness and manufacturing sectors – traditional areas of strength for New Zealand in Brazil. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4f67lbf #NZBrazilMission2024 Todd McClay NZTE Brasil Latin America New Zealand Business Council Latin America Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence Auckland Council Aroa Biosurgery Limited Foot Science International FRAMECAD Gallagher Animal Management Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) Loadscan Mindhive Global Seequent Tait Communications New Zealand Brazil Business Chamber

More than 85% of New Zealand’s exports by value are going to countries with environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting requirements. ESG regulations are rapidly coming into force internationally and this is likely to continue to increase. To continue to meet these requirements and succeed offshore, Kiwi businesses need to be market ready. Our Business for Good programme supports companies on their sustainability journey giving them the tools they need. This week we ran workshops with a range of businesses supported by Sharesies, Chapman Tripp, Peoples Coffee Limited, Goodnature and Kowtow Clothing. Dinosaur Polo Club FSL Foods Golden Bay Fruit Indevin Group NaturKidz Snacks Nisa Clothing & Manufactory | New Zealand made underwear, activewear & swimwear NUTRAKA LTD T&R Interior Systems Wētā Workshop Ltd Whittaker's Woolyarns LTD

Thailand is New Zealand’s 10th largest trading partner, with exports valued at NZ$4.45 billion. The Sustainability Expo in Thailand has concluded, showcasing New Zealand’s innovative, green technology to over 700,000 attendees. New Zealand companies CarbonClick, DSH Systems Ltd and Hiringa Energy, along with the New Zealand Ambassador to Thailand Jonathan Kings and New Zealand Trade Commissioner to Thailand and Malaysia Suzy Fewtrell, demonstrated New Zealand’s leading-edge technologies and commitment to a sustainable future at the expo. Supporting Thailand’s efforts to reach its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. Special thanks to the team at Thai Beverage PLC C asean Asset World Corporation for facilitating our continued participation at ASEAN's largest sustainability expo. #SeeTomorrowFirst #SustainabilityExpo2024

Indonesia is an important market for New Zealand. It aims to become a global leader in renewable energy with geothermal expected to supply 22% of its electricity by 2030. The recent 10th Indonesia International Geothermal Convention & Exhibition (IIGCE) 2024 showcased New Zealand’s innovative geothermal and renewable energy technologies to over 5000 key Indonesian partners. New Zealand companies UniServices, CaSil Technologies Ltd, GNS Science, Jacobs, JRG Energy, MB Century Ltd, MTL and Seequent demonstrated their cutting-edge solutions at the event, highlighting our commitment to supporting Indonesia’s energy transition goals. We were also supported by the New Zealand Geothermal Association, with Chief Executive Kennie Tsui in attendance. Find out more about the Indonesian market here: https://lnkd.in/gPPj28mk #Geothermal #RenewableEnergy #IIGCE2024 #NZIndonesia