International Buyer Program
POWER-GEN International 2009 is a proud member of the U.S. Commercial Service’s International Buyer Program. International visitors can take advantage of these free services in the International Business Center:

• Interpreters  
• Import-Export Counseling  
• Lounge  
• Matchmaking  
• Welcome Reception  
• Free Export Directory

Matchmaking Program
The U.S. Department of Commerce will help you identify and meet reputable U.S. companies and interested suppliers at POWER-GEN International 2009. Focus your limited time on meeting appropriate suppliers.

U.S. Commercial Service
If you are from a foreign country and are planning to attend POWER-GEN International 2009, the U.S. Commercial Service office of the American Embassy/Consulate in your country offers free business assistance to qualified companies. Firms that do business outside the United States, but are interested in attending the IPE/IFE to find U.S. suppliers of goods and services, are considered to be “qualified companies.”

The U.S. Commercial Service offices overseas can assist you in gaining the most of this exposition with friendly assistance in your own language; help finding U.S. suppliers before, during and after the show; help arranging hotel and travel packages; assistance with VISA application procedures where necessary; and much more. Plus, your company will receive complimentary admission to the trade show when you are part of a qualified delegation. For more information, click here  to contact the U.S. Commercial Service office in your country!

Obtaining a Visa
The time it takes to process a visa can vary significantly depending on the type of visa and circumstances in the country or region. To see an estimate of the visa wait time in your country, click here. You can get more information on the visa process by clicking here. If you require a visa to attend POWER-GEN International 2009, we suggest you obtain your visa before registering for the trade show.

Global Business Center Hours:
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Thursday, December 10, 2009
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Room N224