4, 2014

A caption of an environmental friendly plant in .

1 INTRODUCTION

This is a quarterly publication by the Embassy of Brazil in Nairobi which aims at creating awareness on the existing trade and investment opportunities between Brazil and Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. This fourth quarter edition is the last for 2014 and it will focus on trade and investment opportunities for Brazilian companies in the area of medical supplies and equipment, heavy industrial machinery and equipment, processing machinery and technology and modern cattle and poultry farming techniques. These sectors have contributed immensely in spurring trade and investment between Brazil and its trading partners across the globe.

In retrospect, the first edition published in March captured how to do business and invest in Brazil and how to import from Brazil. The second edition published in May focused on Brazil’s investments in infrastructure and tourism in readiness for the FIFA World Cup tournament that was held in Brazil from 12th June to 13th July. The third edition that was published in July focused on Brazil’s investments in the agricultural sector that propelled her to global economic status.

BRAZIL’S TRADE AND INVESTMENT PROMOTION SYSTEM

The Department of Trade and Investment Promotion (DPR) is the unit of the Ministry of External Relations (MRE) responsible for developing and implementing Brazilian exports, foreign investment promotion policies and dissemination of national tourism products. In working with other organizations of the Federal Public Administration, DPR is responsible for matching up Brazilian exports to external demand and stimulating foreign investments. DPR also participates in the discussion and development of proposals for government policies to facilitate the entry and operations of Brazilian companies in external markets, with a view to transforming business opportunities into effective benefits for the country.

Through the extensive knowledge and experience of its staff in the field of international trade diplomacy, the department also organizes events to create awareness and promote production of technological capacities abroad. To this end, it works in close partnership with representative entities of the private sector and companies engaged in the external market. The DPR operates five specialized units in Brasilia: Investment Division (DINV), Trade Intelligence Division (DIC), Trade Promotion Operations Division (DOC), Trade Promotion Programs Division (DPG), Financial Management Coordination (CGF) and Information Technology and Communication Centre (CTIC). DPR is responsible for over 100 Trade Promotion Sections (SECOMs) in over 78 countries operating in strategic posts in five continents located in 102 embassies and consulates around the world. SECOMs provide assistance to companies wishing to invest in Brazil or import Brazilian products and services. They are also responsible for gathering and disseminating information about local business and investment opportunities for Brazilian companies.

1 BRAZIL’S TRADE PORTAL

The trade portal was launched in June this year as a Trade and Investment Guide. Brazil Export (www.brasilexport.gov.br) website is a unique initiative of the Federal Government of Brazil, which brings together, on a single platform, information from various Brazilian agencies dedicated to trade promotion and investment attraction.

Replacing the current platform “BrasilGlobalNet”, the Brazil Export is an efficient, coordinated government website highlighting Brazil’s business and investment opportunities, promoting foreign trade and attracting international investors to the country’s dynamic domestic economy. This informative website is a joint effort of Brazil’s Ministries of External Relations (MRE), Development, Industry and Foreign Trade (MDIC) and Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply (MAPA) and the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex-Brasil).

The new platform brings together information on investment and business opportunities, presenting, in a structured and thematic manner, Brazil’s major industries and the institutions supporting them. The Trade and Investment Guide follows the international trend towards cooperating organizations sharing products and services in a single, standardized electronic environment. The innovative web interface enhances the user experience, optimizing access to information, quickly answering key questions and offering services that simplify import, export and investment activities.

For more details visit: www.brasilexport.gov.br

Crupe Brazil demonstrates its new multiprofile MP 150 hybrid .

2 APEX-BRASIL’S SERVICES TO HELP YOU DO BUSINESS WITH BRAZIL

Apex-Brasil promotes investment opportunities to attract foreign direct investors to Brazil. The Agency focuses on companies and projects that offer technological innovations and new business models, strengthen industrial supply chains, have a direct impact on national job creation and improve the volume and diversity of Brazilian exports.

The Agency is prepared to assist in all steps of the investor’s decision-making process. Apex-Brasil’s service portfolio ranges from identifying and contacting potential investors for a particular industry segment to supporting a future investor understand Brazil. It prepares analyses covering industry sectors and markets, economic trends, and general guidelines on legal and fiscal matters, and provides information on input costs,suitable locations and talent pool availability. Using an extensive network of companies, associations and authorities, Apex-Brasil also acts as liaison between potential partners, key suppliers and regulatory and local authorities.

The Agency also supports foreign investors willing to identify local companies, universities and research centers to establish partnerships, joint-ventures or other types of collaboration. Moreover, Apex-Brasil can help capital investors in the process of identifying opportunities, projects and companies for venture capital and private equity investments in the country. Apex-Brasil has helped investors and industries from numerous countries in setting up new facilities and has played a key role in directing investments to Brazil, contributing to an economic development strategy by stimulating the highest quality companies to invest in priority industries.

For more details visit: www.apexbrasil.com.br

BRAZIL’S ECONOMIC STATISTICS

Population: 201,032,714. Exchange Rates: Size: 8,460,307 Sq. Km US Dollar - 06/October/2014 GDP (PPP): USD 2.422 trillion Buy: BRL 2.4152 Income per capita: USD 12,600 (Source: World Factbook, 2013 est.) Sell: BRL 2.4158 Inflation Rate (IPCA): Euro - 06/October/2014 September 2014: 0.51%. Buy: BRL 3.0357 Accumulated 2014: 6.51 % Sell: BRL 3.0367 Foreign Direct Investments: (Source: ) August 2014: USD 6.84 billion (Source: Portal Brasil) IBovespa (IBOV) - Stock International Reserves: Market Index: 57.355 Points Trading Volume October 2014: USD 376.589 billion (October 2014)

3 Buying from Brazilian exporters

(Source: www.brasilexport.gov.br)

Brazil Export is a Federal Government initiative to promote Brazilian companies on the Internet and its products in international markets. The creation of a new version of Brazil Export is intended to provide not only a powerful communication tool, but also look for synergies between the various measures taken by government agencies in this area in order to strengthen and unite efforts to achieve greater Consignment of Brazilian exports destined for the international market. visibility to Brazilian exporters.

The project is supported by the Department for Trade Promotion (DPR), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (Apex-Brasil), Secretariat of International Affairs of Ministry of Agriculture, Brazilian Foreign Trade Association (AEB), the Brazilian Foreign Trade Companies Association (ABEC), and professional associations such as the Brazilian Association of Textile and Apparel Industry (ABIT) and the National Union of Auto Parts Manufacturers Industry (Sindipeças). Other partnerships are being configured with the purpose of promoting the product in international business sites.

About 18,000 exporters are included in “Brazilian Exporters”, whose database is updated monthly through automatic inclusion of new exporters operating in the Integrated Foreign Trade System (Siscomex) or through Simplified Export Declaration (DSE). The operations of companies that are already members are also updated monthly by the addition of new products and markets. In order to give impetus to the showroom, “Brazilian Exporters” maintain the registry of companies that have exported in the past two years - and the current year.

With elegant design and easy to search, the new version also offers the service of “Virtual Showroom” which allows companies to customize their participation websites, in Portuguese, English and Spanish, by the insertion of text presentation, business information, images, video and geolocation. Foreign importers interested in doing business can access Virtual Showroom and send their proposals directly to the participating companies through the form available at the store. Companies that have not exported yet, but have the exporting potential may apply for admission to “Brazilian Exports”. It is sufficient to access the website and submit the form on the “Request for Accession” which is located on the main page. Companies that do not wish to participate in “Brazilian exporters” should send message to “Vitrine Responde” with its manifestation. Importantly, all services provided in Brazilian exporters are free, including the translation of the text presentation of the company for Spanish and English.

4 Brazilian medical equipment manufacturers going to Africa

(Source: www.brazilianhealthdevices.com.br)

For the second time, companies associated to ABIMO (Brazilian Medical Devices Manufacturers Association) and as parts of the Brazilian Health Devices (BHD) Project, which is executed by this same entity in partnership with Apex-Brasil (Trade an d Investment Promotion Agency), participated in the Africa Health Exhibition and Congress 2014 that took place between 29-31 May in Johannesburg, South Africa. That trade show is recognized as an entrance gate for the African continent, a region that offers large business potential for Brazilian companies. Laboratory equipment in a hospital for automated medical analysis.

The Africa Health exhibition, which is in its 4th edition, is organized by the same group that organizes the Arab Health, Informa Group. 10 Brazilian companies attended the show at the Brazilian pavilion: Baumer, Driller, Fanem, HpBio, Ibramed, Indrel, Locktal, Phoenix, Samtronic, and Wama. Ms. Keila Vitola Druzian, responsible for exports at the Phoenix Company, says that her company has invested in the expansion of its business all over the world through participation in international exhibitions, and its products are certified according to international standards. As a result of these actions, the perception of quality of its products has increased. According to her, South Africa and its neighbouring countries’ market is being targeted due to its high import potential in the medical area and its trend for purchase of high technology devices, which gives Brazil a comparative price advantage over American and European competitors, and also a quality and reliability advantage over the low-cost Chinese devices.

Her current expectation is to find a distributor in South Africa or some neighbouring country such as Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe because these countries are receiving international investments and still have much to grow in of the hospital area. She added that “In addition, we want to narrow our links with companies from Angola and Mozambique, to whom we already have contact”.

The Phoenix Company expects s to sell in the region up to US$ 100,000 per year during the next three years. For Fanem, it was the second opportunity to participate in this event and they expect to continue to have a successful and leading trajectory in South Africa, as well as to increase the businesses in the remaining countries of the region, such as Mozambique, Namibia, and Botswana. “This year, we at Africa Health the Vision 2286 incubator, the neonatal intensive care unit Ampla 2085, the IT-158 transporter incubator, all of our phototherapy models and cots, emphasizing also the launch of Koala cot for South Africa”, explains Fanem’s Trader, Fernando Jacinto.

5 “Africa Health is the most important medical devices exhibition of Austral Africa, and it certainly contributes for the maintenance of our presence in the region”.

This year, Africa Health is promoting the “Hosted Buyer Program”, an agenda which buyers from different African markets were brought to the exhibition as honor guests. They had a specific area to develop pre-scheduled meetings with exhibitors. Seven customers proposed by ABIMO from Angola, Mozambique, and Uganda were also invited by this program. These invited buyers visited the Brazilian pavilion in the first day of the exhibition; a visit that was part of the official agenda. In Africa Health 2013 edition, Brazilian companies have had 241 contacts with buyers from 23 countries, which resulted in businesses with South Africa, Namibia, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Saudi Arabia, achieving US$ 1.5 million. For the 2014 edition, the Brazilian pavilion expects to make around US$ 2 million in businesses with distributors from the African continent. The 5th edition will take place between 5 – 7 May 2015 in South Africa.

Brazil stands out for sustainable poultry farming

(Source: www.thepoultrysite.com)

A view of a poultry farm in Brazil. Brazil is the world’s largest chicken meat exporter.

A survey conducted by the Brazilian Association of Animal Protein (ABPA) shows that Brazilian exports of poultry - including shipments of chickens, eggs, turkeys, ducks and drakes, fertile eggs and genetic material - amounted to 950,200 tonnes in the first quarter of 2014, 0.4 per cent higher compared to the same period last year. Revenues fell by 11.5 per cent, totaling US$1.832 billion. In the monthly review, growth was 0.2 per cent in the total volume shipped in March of this year compared with the same period of 2013, reaching 332,300 tonnes.

6 According to the president of ABPA Francisco Turra, proportionally, shipments of chicken had greater influence on the positive outcome of the volumes shipped and the negative balance in the sector. In relation to shipments of chicken, Ricardo Santin, the vice president of poultry of ABPA explained, the performance of certain exported segments improved the outcome of the sector.

Brazilian exports of chicken were up 0.7 per cent in volume in the first three months of 2014, totaling 907,300 tons. 500,900 tonnes of chicken cuts were shipped between January and March, an increase of 7 per cent over the same period in 2013. Shipment of whole products reached 325,400 tonnes. Cured meat, in third place, totaled 41,400 tonnes. Finally, exports of processed products reached 39.7 thousand tonnes. In export destination ranking, the Middle East remained a major importer, with 332,000 tonnes (-4.6 per cent). Asia has occupied second place, importing 270,500 tonnes (+7.5 per cent) of chicken from Brazil. African countries - the third largest destination - accounted for 125,300 tonnes (1.7 per cent). In fourth place, shipments to the European Union totaled 101,000 tonnes (-0.8 per cent).

Exports of fresh and processed eggs totaled in the first quarter of this year 3700 tonnes, 26.8 per cent. The Middle East remained the main destination for exports in the first quarter, with 2.9 thousand tons, an increase of 44 per cent over the same period last year. Africa - the second largest importer - was responsible for 485 tons (-81 per cent). The countries of the , with 339.9 tonnes (-21 per cent) and Asia, with 22.4 tons (-67 per cent) complete the list.

The shipment of turkey meat in the first quarter of 2014 fell by 12 per cent compared to the same period last year, totaling 32,700 tonnes. There was also a decrease in revenue of 16.5 per cent, to $88.1 million. The monthly review revealed an increase of 11.1 per cent in volume (total of 11,400 tonnes) and 15.5 per cent in revenue (US$31.4 million). On the ducks and geese shipment, an increase of 806 per cent was recorded during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period last year, amounting to a total of 3.5 tonnes. Revenues also increased significantly by 239.8 per cent, to US$ 3.7 million.

7 Food packaging innovations at the International FoodTec Brazil trade fair, June 2014

(Source: www.themeatsite.com)

The food processing and packaging innovation were on display at the International FoodTec trade fair that took place in June this year in , Brazil. The new technologies for weighing, inspection and packaging of food products, machinery for preparing sausage stuffing and dosing, as well as latest generation ingredients was among the highlights of the International FoodTec Brasil (IFTB) trade fair. Brazilian as well as international exhibitors - from countries such as Denmark, , Germany, Italy, Netherlands, South Korea and USA - showcased their latest products at International FoodTec Brasil (IFTB), a trade fair presenting solutions for food processing and packaging technology, organized by SIG Combibloc packaging plant in Campo Largo in Curitiba, Brazil.

Koelnmesse in partnership with Hannover Fairs Sulamérica. The event took place at Expo Unimed Curitiba/PR. The IFTB trade fair gathered the main companies of the sector – like Bettcher, Cabinplant, Marel, Middleby, Multivac, Polyclip or VEMAG, among others - presenting new technologies and innovations, aiming at increasing its business, Ishida Brazil displayed two new machines, one for weighing moist food products and one for inspecting contaminants in dry and moist . The balance of multiple CCW-RV heads was one of the highlights from Ishida, with innovations in electronic technology and advanced user interface. Other attractive features of the equipment include remote control of some functions through tablets and smartphones with Android system, and remote access for diagnostics and maintenance.

Ishida showcased the Flex Grader sorter model, with capacity of up to 480 pieces per minute and software configuration for part counting, minimum weight and target weight, in various combinations. The third featured item was an x-ray model, which is a contaminant detection device with seven levels of processing, ensuring greater sensitivity for line inspections. Ishida presented products of Meyn Brazil at its booth. The result of a partnership formed in 2001, the alliance between Meyn Food Processing Technology BV and Ishida combines the poultry processing expertise of Meyn, with Ishida’s know-how in weighing and packing, offering a full range of integrated systems and equipment.

According to the participating companies, there was expectation was that International FoodTec Brasil would gain status as a fixed event in the timetable of the industry. The booths at the trade fair were appealing and innovative, featuring technology trends and smart products that facilitate and improve processes and operations.

8 Food processing machinery at work in Brazil.

Operating in the Brazilian meat processing market for approximately 40 years, Incomaf has a complete line of equipment for the preparation of sausage fillings and stoves for cooking and dehydrating pet-line products. In partnership with Risco S.p.A., Incomaf also markets sausage dosing stuffers and a full line of devices that facilitate and enhance productivity in the industry. Incomaf showcased featured various sausage stuffer models at the trade fair. One of them has a dual vacuum system, which guarantees a product free of air bubbles for the user, with great presentation to the end customer. This equipment also stands out for its excellent level of portioning of individual sausages. The other stuffer presented, a novelty being launched by Risco in Europe, has accurate portion weight control and a sausage winding system.

In addition to these highlights, Incomaf displayed a block cutter, grinder, mixer, tumbler and tying . Incomaf and Risco held that the first edition of International FoodTec Brasil confirmed their expectations of success. During the trade fair they demonstrated the whole evolution that Incomaf has been putting into practice in its business, whether in its equipment, its management or its technical service.

Another company that showcased novelties at the trade show is Plasmetal, a manufacturer of equipment for poultry, pork and beef processing and packing. According to its CEO, Orly Bernardes, a machine for packing and sealing meats, and another fully automatic machine for packing bologna and similar products was displayed at International FoodTec Brasil. They offered a wide range of equipment, such as several models of machines for assembling and closing cardboard boxes and automatic systems for packing, weighing and vacuum sealing sausages.

Bremil presented its full line of proteins and ingredients for preparing meat products, focused mainly on condiments, liquid smoke and preservatives. Bremil Group has been operating in Brazil for over 27 years, with head office in the city of Arroio do Meio/RS and two production facilities in the state of Goiás. Bremil Group product line

9 includes condiments, additives, liquid smoke, dyes, protein blends, soy proteins, flakes for breaded products and acidity regulators. They also develop customized products and exports to more than 40 countries. The great expectation with attending this trade fair is related to knowing that the event is geared towards business, with the presence of nationally and internationally recognized companies, and an audience focused on animal protein processing market. In view of the display of major brands, with a significant international presence, International FoodTec Brasil gained status as the most important trade fair for the industry in Brazil.

Brazil Machinery Solutions: The innovative global machinery partner

(Source: www. brazilmachinery.com)

The Brazilian Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association (ABIMAQ) was founded in 1975 with the objective of strengthening the domestic industry for machinery and equipment by stimulating trade and international cooperation to enhance performance of members in terms of technology, human resources training and management. Structured nationwide with 10 regional offices across the country, ABIMAQ System currently represents nearly 6,500

A machinery on display from ABIMAQ in Brazil. companies from different segments of manufacturers of mechanical capital goods, whose performance has direct impact on other domestic productive sectors. Besides institutional representation, ABIMAQ fosters creation of business opportunities for its members by acting as a development agency in the domestic machinery and equipment industry.

ABIMAQ System is composed of ABIMAQ, SINDIMAQ (National Union of Machine Manufacturers) and IPDMAQ (Technological Research and Development Institute for Machines and Equipment Manufacturers). ABIMAQ has nationwide offices and currently represents over 4,500 companies in different segments of mechanical assets manufacturers, whose performance has a direct effect on other domestic production sectors. Besides the institutional representation for the industry, ABIMAQ management is proficient and skilled to set off business opportunities for its members. SINDIMAQ was established in 1937 as “Textile Devices and Machines Assemblers Union”, it is the association representing the sector of metallic-mechanical assets manufacturers. IPDMAQ’s goal is to disseminate industrial technology for the machines and equipment sector through technological innovation, research and development.

10 The result of a partnership between the ABIMAQ and Apex-Brasil; Brazil Machinery Solutions Program focuses on promotion of Brazilian exports of machinery and equipment, as well as the strengthening of Brazil’s image as a manufacturer of mechanical capital goods. Since August 2010, the program has attracted the participation of over 178 companies. The program focuses on global markets aimed at creating business opportunities for Brazilian companies by showcasing the quality of machinery and equipment from Brazil. They not only draw attention on their quality, but also their ingenuity, that is, they meet the actual demands of customers, adapting to the needs and peculiarities of each one.

Brazil’s advanced leather industry

(Source: www.leathermag.com) Brazil has the largest commercial cattle herd in the world and it’s the second largest leather producer and exporter. Brazil’s livestock sector holds over 210 million heads of cattle, which produce about 43 million hides annually, supplying 310 domestic tanneries that directly provide over 45,000 jobs. Brazil is among the leading exporter of 119 million tonnes of refrigerated or frozen beef.

The Centre for Brazilian Tanning Industries (CICB) association has taken a prominent role in promoting the Brazilian leather industry. As a result of innovative processes, technological advancement and research and development, Brazilian leather has seen extremely positive results in the international market in recent years. Besides having the world’s largest commercial A section of tannery machines at work in a Brazilian leather .

cattle herd, the country has grown to be among the world’s most recognized nations regarding quality, sustainability, design and delivery of hides and skins providing importers with quality leather. Brazil is one of the few countries that installed process control and automation facilities in its tanneries to guarantee quality supply of leather to the importers. Systemhaus of Novo Hamburgo, a Hueni AG Process Control associate, markets the only ERP system in the world that was developed uniquely for the tanning industry, and many Brazilian tanneries run the system. The Brazilian tanning industry has been demonstrating its commitment to business sustainable management. Brazil is the country with the highest number of tanneries certified by the Leather Working Group, which aims for the development of best environmental practises, and assesses the performance of the tanneries for certification.

11 The development of the Brazilian leather industry has been supported by strong government incentives, which resulted in growth of Brazilian economy in the past decade followed by the expansion of various segments of its economy, such as the industrial sector, which is considered the second biggest in the Americas. According to the Ministry of Science and Technology (MST), Brazil has invested €17 billion in the national research and development system. The national research and innovation efforts have turned Brazil into a strong actor in technology intensive areas, such as biofuels, agribusiness research and ICT among others.

The disposal of waste is a main concern of the Brazilian leather industry, and the importance of technological measures to combat the environmental challenges is being recognized by the entire sector. The adoption of environmentally friendly waste-to-energy recycling technologies has become an important tool for the industry. Waste can be viewed as a valuable resource such as a substrate for the production of value-added products such as organic fertilizer.

The 3rd Brazil in East Africa trade and exhibition to be held at Safari Park Hotel, 2015

The Embassy of Brazil through its Trade Promotion and Commercial section will be partnering with local Brazilian investors (Brazafric Enterprises Ltd, Brand International and Brazagro Ltd) to hold the third edition of Brazil in Eastern Africa Expo that will be held at Safari Park Hotel & Casino from 3rd to 5th June 2015. This is a sequel of the first and second editions of the Brazil in Eastern Africa Expo held in March 2011 at Kenyatta International Conference Centre and July 2013 at Safari Park Hotel & Casino respectively. The Brazil in Eastern Africa Expo is a biannual trade fair and exhibition for Brazilian companies targeting the Kenyan and the larger East African market for trade and investment opportunities.

The 3rd Brazil in Eastern Africa Expo 2015 will be held under the theme Joining Opportunities. The themes for the first and second editions were The Missing Link and Bridging the Missing Link respectively. The Expo will have a trade fair and exhibition and a conference segment. Over 150 Brazilian companies and institutions shall exhibit at the trade fair segment of the Expo, which will provide a large display of technology, machinery,

12 equipments, and other tools, products and services in various economic sectors, namely: agribusiness, beauty care and cosmetic products, among others. The conference segment of the Expo will attract speakers and entrepreneurs from the aforementioned sectors. For details and registration visit: www.brazileastafricaexpo.com

Visit to Brazil by Cabinet Secretary for Education, Science and Technology

(Source: Embassy of Kenya in Brasilia)

Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi, Cabinet Seretary for Education, Science and Technology signs the visitors’ book as H.E. Ambassador Kirimi Kaberia, Kenyan Ambassador to Brazil looks on at the Kenyan Embassy in Brasilia on 18th November, 2014. The CS was in Brazil to enhance relations between Kenya and Brazil in the education sector.

Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi, the Cabinet Secretary for Education, Science & Technology of the Republic of Kenya led a delegation from the Ministry of Education, Science & Technology and UNESCO Kenya for a study visit to Brazil from the 17th to 20th November, 2014. The visit was geared towards strengthening relations between Kenya and Brazil in the education sector through learning the best practices in the education sector of Brazil; propose as well as enhance existing bilateral partnerships and collaborations with the Government of Brazil, and seek collaborations through multilateral partnerships with UNESCO. While in Brazil, the Cabinet Secretary met with Mr. Luis Henrique Paim, the Minister for Education of Brazil; Mr. Lucien Muñoz, the Director of UNESCO Brazil; Amb. Abreu, Director of the Brazilian Agency for Cooperation (ABC); Senator Cristovao Buarque President Commission of Education in the Senate; Mr. Marcelo Aguiar, Education Secretary of the Federal District (GDF) of Brasilia. The Cabinet Secretary also visited Schools in Brasilia.

13 Trade fairs and exhibitions in Brazil (November & December 2014)

FEIPPETRO (10th Brazil Oil and Gas Fair) November 11 – 14, 2014 Lines of Products and/or Services: Valves, gauges, piping, electrical automation, technology, welding, machining, throughout to monitor oil and gas. With about 300 exhibitors. Venue: Centro de Convenções da – Salvador – BA Website: www.multifeirascongressos.com.br Contact: [email protected]

EXPOSIBRAM AMAZÔNIA (4th International Mining Exposition and Congress of Amazônia) November 17 - 20, 2014 Lines of Products and/or Services: Equipment and products related to the technological evolution of mining. With about 250 exhibitors. Venue: Hangar Convention Center Amazon - Belém - PA Website: www.exposibramamazonia.org.br Contact: [email protected]

I.T FORUM EXPO/BLACK HAT (2nd I.T Forum Expo/Black Hat) November 26 - 27, 2014 Lines of Products and/or Services: Trends, technologies, solutions and new releases for the sectors of IT and information security. With about 75 exhibitors. Venue: Transamerica Expo Center - São Paulo - SP Website: www.itforumexpo.com.br Contact: [email protected]

ONG BRASIL (5th ONG Brasil) November 27 - 29, 2014 Lines of Products and/or Services: Exhibition of projects and trends, which enables the exchange of information, experience and creation of real community contribution. With about 500 exhibitors. Venue: Expo Center Norte - São Paulo - SP Website: www.ongbrasil.com.br Contact: [email protected]

SPORTS BUSINESS 2014 (29th edition) December 3 - 5, 2014 Lines of Products and/or Services: Exhibition of sports equipments, materials, facilities and a seminar with representatives from sports industry, tourism, education and sports in general. Venue: Palacio das Convenções - São Paulo - SP Website: www.sportsbusiness.com.br Contact: [email protected]

14 Compiled by the Trade Promotion and Commercial Section, Embassy in Brazil in Nairobi, Kenya. United Nation Crescent No. 121, Gigiri P.O. Box 30754 - 00100 Nairobi. Tel: +254 20 712 5765/6 Fax: +254 20 7125767 Cellphone: +254 733 606460 Email: [email protected] Website: www.nairobi.itamaraty.gov.br