HSBC, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, was founded in 1865 to finance trade between Asia and the West. Today it has around 6,100 offices in 72 countries and territories in Europe, the...
With Chinese New Year fast approaching, the team at NZ Central in Shanghai is sending a “Happy New Year (Xin Nian Kuai Le!)” from China, and reminds Kiwi firms with an eye on the China market to take...
The coffee culture in India is flourishing thanks to the efforts of a few specialist coffee chains and the instant coffee players, says a new report from Rabobank. Coffee drinking has spread across...
Look beyond Shanghai, Beijing and Guangdong; China’s island province of Hainan has opportunities aplenty for Kiwi exporters. Local expat Kiwi businessman Michael Holt offers a unique trade...
There’s been a changing of the guard at Kea: a new board, new chairman and a bolder plan to connect more expat Kiwis than ever before. Sir Stephen Tindall’s original big idea is set to get even...
Is New Zealand dropping the ball with its Double Tax Agreement network to help exporters and investors overseas? Greg James poses the question and some home truths.
New Zealand’s trade commissioner to Thailand, Karen Campbell, provides a snapshot of the Thailand marketplace and stresses the importance of adopting a pan-Asia view when focusing on South East Asia.
Unsure about how to tap into the benefits of New Zealand’s Free Trade Agreements? Cameron Gordon presents a no-nonsense, how-to guide to help you get started.
When searching for a standout New Zealand export story in the US, look no further than Gallagher. Exporter reviews the latest initiatives by Gallagher in North America and talks to deputy CEO Steve...
Myanmar (formerly Burma) is slowly emerging from its economic isolation, revealing a number of significant trade opportunities. But is it too soon for Kiwi companies to get involved? Greg Reynolds...
16,000 installs in 90 countries in less than 24 months and counting – Vend is rewriting the export record books with its cloud-based point-of-sale and inventory management software.
Kiwi companies are known for their innovation, but many let themselves down when it comes to internationalising their knowledge. Exporter looks at the IP issues to consider before entering overseas...
Export cargo in transit needs special insurance cover. This feature looks at what is and isn’t covered, the terminology, the horror stories, and other important issues associated with marine...
New Zealand’s textile sector has much to contribute to New Zealand’s export drive. Dig just below the surface and you’ll discover a number of firms achieving remarkable results with minimal backing.
By Everlyne Yu.
The digital world in China is dynamic, alive, exciting, challenging, constantly changing and evolving. And the Chinese consumer's ready acceptance of it makes it an extremely...
As the cost of entering the China market rises, many foreign companies are adopting a ‘China plus One’ strategy and turning to Vietnam for its cheaper manufacturing base and burgeoning consumer...
