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Exporting overseas

If you're thinking about exporting or you're already exporting, but keen to expand your opportunities, you'll need help with the processes, procedures and potential challenges involved in trading in international markets. This is an introduction to exporting New Zealand products overseas.

Online training: How to negotiate contracts Opens in a new window

This free online training module will give you a better understanding of how to successfully negotiate a contract favourable to your business, plus some tips, tools, and ideas on how to negotiate from a position of strength. It is designed to take 30 to 60 minutes to complete.

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Services to help with international market plans Opens in a new window

Links to the many services New Zealand Trade and Enterprise runs to help local businesses with their international market plans. Services include; Beachheads Programme, trouble shooting, investigating potential partner relationships, company checks, intellectual property protection advice, relationships programmes, market monitoring, Project Link, and advice on World Bank and Asian Development Bank.

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Country and economy profiles Opens in a new window

Are you considering exporting? These guides profile New Zealand’s top export markets and cover a range of issues you need to consider when preparing to export into a new market. Content includes market entry advice, regulatory issues, business and cultural tips, and freight considerations.

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Beachheads Programme - helping New Zealand companies explore international markets Opens in a new window

Do you need help exploring new international markets? The following article provides a list of FAQs on the Beachheads Programme, an innovative offshore based scheme aimed at doing just that. Find out how you can benefit from the programme and obtain more information on fulfilling your export potential.

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How 'Better by design' can help exporters Opens in a new window

Would your product stand out in a global market? Better by design provides practical support and assistance to help exporters improve their design capability. Other initiatives include design education internships for graduates, a comprehensive design directory to help companies select the appropriate design partner, information resources via the website, events and education courses.

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Trade enquiry system specific to New Zealand exporters Opens in a new window

Find out how businesses with a proven track record in exporting can profile their products and services on www.MarketNewZealand.com, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise's online trade enquiry system.

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Export tariffs and taxes Opens in a new window

Are there any specific tariff or tax requirements? Find out by using this frequently updated launch page, which provides links to online resources and to country specific tariff and tax information.

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Exporting is good for business Opens in a new window (PDF)

If you are considering exporting then now is a good time to pursue international markets. Ken Stevens - business champion of Export Year 2007 - outlines why exporting is not only good for your business but crucial for sustaining and growing New Zealand. Find out how you can reach your export potential and at the same time provide good economic benefit to New Zealand.

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Pros and cons of exporting to Australia Opens in a new window

This article provides an overview of the opportunities and challenges of exporting to Australia. Do not underestimate the issues, timeframes and costs of entering this new market environment.

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Is your business ready to export to China? Opens in a new window

China can be a tough market if you’re not prepared. This information can help you decide if exporting to China is right for your business. It includes simple steps to assess if you’re ready for the challenges of China as well as information, case studies and support for those wanting to look at the opportunities China offers.

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Work out the tariff on goods imported and exported with China Opens in a new window

If you’re importing or exporting to China you can work out any tariffs on the goods you’re trading using the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s simple tariff finder tool. Tariffs will be gradually phased out under New Zealand’s Free Trade Agreement with China. With this tool you can search for your product and find the current tariff and the rates for each year while tariffs are being phased out.

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How exchange rates affect exporters Opens in a new window

An article explaining how exporters can lose and make money when exchange rates fluctuate. If your business involves importing or exporting products or services, it needs to fully understand the foreign exchange risk to ensure it is effectively managed.

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Avoiding the seven deadly sins of franchise exporting

A case study looking at the seven deadly sins committed by a failed pie franchise export. It also explains four steps to planning a successful franchise export.

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