Growth | Import | Export
Exploring opportunities in the halal economy: Australia to host World Halal Business Conference
Starting tomorrow, Australia will be hosting Asia’s largest gathering of halal business leaders at the World Halal Business Conference, the first time it has been held outside Malaysia.
The U.S. faces a supply chain fiasco
An ongoing container glut at the Port of Long Beach and Port of L.A., California, highlights the danger of supply bottlenecks. Ports in the United States are reportedly growing more congested by the day in a vicious cycle that is grinding supply chains to a halt. Port bottlenecks The Port of Long Beach and the […]
What to consider when expanding your business into a new market
Look before you leap if you are considering expanding into a new market.
The Changing Face of e-commerce in China
While China offers Australian exporters unprecedented opportunity in terms of potential customers, entering the market doesn’t come without risk. One cost-effective way for Aussie SMEs to sell to our biggest trading partner without having to establish a physical presence is through e-commerce. Selling online is a popular way to test how a product will be received in a […]
Let’s Talk: The Export Essentials
Understanding how to grow your business is difficult, however understanding how to grow your business beyond domestic borders can be even more daunting. As technology opens up a multitude of global partnership opportunities and communication channels, knowing where and how to start can be critical to your business's success. This week we ask: 'What are […]
Helping Australian businesses through COVID-19
As we continue to navigate the impacts of the global pandemic, Export Finance Australia is supporting Australian businesses with access to finance. Without a doubt, new challenges have emerged – from difficulty in fulfilling international orders to the loss of a steady customer base. As a result, many exporting or supply chain businesses need additional capital to help them stay on top of […]
Six reasons to consider trade credit insurance in the new financial year
With the global economy looking fragile and one of Australia’s largest trading partners, China, slowing down, it’s important for Australian business decision-makers to re-evaluate their position as the new financial year begins, according to Atradius. Mark Hoppe, managing director, Oceania, Atradius, said, “The start of the new financial year is traditionally an ideal opportunity for […]
How to scale up your business globally – and effectively
Byline: David Link, CEO & Founder of Verrency Overseas expansion is often considered for homegrown companies looking to increase their revenue and customer base. While the lure of international expansion can be promising, it is no easy path in understanding a new environment and also being able to upscale existing operations. Your capital and human […]
Five things you need to know before selling overseas
The advancement of technology has radically changed the way that consumers browse for items and make purchases. Shopping online for items overseas has become as normal as picking up a bottle of milk from the local corner store. Consumers around the world now expect to be able to browse international brands at anytime, anywhere and […]
When businesses are born global
Byline: Karen Reddington, President, Asia Pacific, FedEx Express Traditionally, small businesses began in one’s backyard – selling to friends and neighbours. As these small businesses grew and ventured abroad, they would have sought out markets close by or those which were culturally similar before going beyond. But the Internet and e-commerce has made the world smaller […]
Going global with your business
Julia Christie, the innovator and designer of the multi-award-winning baby nail trimmer – the Nail Snail, has recently expanded her business outside of Australia and says that “Done right, it can be the best thing for your business.” After providing safer nail care to countless parents of toddlers, babies and newborns across Australia and selling […]
Australia-UK agreements ensure continued trade for Aussie exporters
A new bilateral Wine Agreement and Mutual Recognition Agreement will ensure continued trade flow between Australia and the United Kingdom post-Brexit. The new Wine Agreement replicates an already existing agreement between Australia and the European Union, which means the UK will accept Australian winemaking practices, and labelling and certification standards. Minister for Trade, Tourism and […]