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Announcement!
The new format 2009 International Aid + Trade Event will be held in Washington DC, USA in partnership with InterAction!
9-10 July 2009, Ronald Reagan Buildings, Washington DC, USA.
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  • International Aid & Trade is the forum for humanitarian relief professionals;
  • Now in partnership with InterAction, the largest coalition of US based NGOs;
  • Bringing procurement and logistics professionals together with providers of goods and services;
  • Interactive round table discussions engaging stakeholders from NGO, UN, government and commercial sectors.

2009 International Aid and Trade Event in Washington D.C., USA

Aid & Trade Announcements

Aid & Trade is delighted to announce that the Trade and Investment office of the embassy of Brazil will be hosting a country pavilion at the 2009 Aid & Trade event.
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Food safety drive tough on smaller companies-studyGENEVA, June 24 (Reuters) - Food safety checks designed to prevent dangerous contamination are making it difficult for smaller businesses to compete against larger rivals, two U.N. agencies said in a report obtained by Reuters on Wednesday.

Disaster-prone Bangladesh trials cell phone alertsNEW DELHI, June 23 (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of mobile users in Bangladesh's flood and cyclone-prone areas will now receive advance warning of an impending natural disaster through an alert on their cell phones, a government official says.

Roadside bomb kills three Afghan aid workersMAZAR-I-SHARIF, Afghanistan, June 23 (Reuters) - A roadside bomb killed three Afghan aid workers who were working alongside the United Nations refugee agency on Tuesday in Afghanistan's northern Jowzjan province, the United Nations said

FLEET SOLUTIONS A Reliable and Safe Transport SystemA reliable and safe transport system is a critical key element for international aid and development organizations to carry out their mission and reach the beneficiaries. In addition, vehicles often represent the second highest cost in an organization’s budget.


RedR UK Certificate in Security Management – LIMITED PLACES REMAINING Washington DC, 13-17 JulyRedR are pleased to announce that our industry-leading credit-rated course Certificate in Security Management will now be running in Washington in the United States from 13 July 2009. This certified course is credit-rated by Oxford Brookes University and has been running to capacity in the UK since January.


Thuraya Case Study: Supporting the Electoral Process in DRCThe event On July 30, 2006, 17 million people turned out to vote in the first free election in the Democratic Republic of Congo in over forty years.

WWS Latin America/Caribbean Update: Preparedness crucial for hurricane seasonIn May of 2009, Worldwide Shelters (WWS) proudly announced that they have entered into a partnership agreement with Latin America/Caribbean NGO, Logistica Humanitaria (LH). As part of the agreement, LH will store, manage and distribute WWS relief tents from their warehouse in Panama.

AIM’S Offers International Aid & Trade 2009 Participants Huge DiscountsAIM International, which specializes in natural plant extracts solutions, is offering relief and humanitarian organizations who are participating in the International Aid & Trade 2009 and are operating in Developing countries or disadvantaged communities huge discounts.

Research Shows that Consumers are Inadequately Prepared for Disasters.Surviving a natural disaster such as a Hurricane, Tornado or Earthquake often depends on an individual’s preparedness. Yet, according to research from the Center for Catastrophe Preparedness and Response, 66 percent of Consumers are inadequately prepared for such disasters.

Thuraya Displays Communication Solutions for NGOS at “International Aid and Trade 2009”Thuraya Telecommunication Company, a world leading mobile satellite operator, will be showcasing a range of products that meets the needs of the NGO sector during “International Aid and Trade 2009” in Washington D.C on 9th to 10th July.

The Cabinet BoxOver the years Clip-Lok has developed a range of multi functional boxes. The cabinet box is one of the most sold boxes. Due to its design it has multiple functions, such as wardrobe, storage for hospital equipment, kitchen aid etc. No matter the purpose, the box can be provided with a locking system which ensures the items.

Sapphire to Attend International Aid and Trade EventSapphire Systems to show Infor FMS SunSystems, Proactis Spend Control and SAP Business One for the International Aid Sector on booth 1002 at forthcoming industry event taking place 9-10 July 2009, Ronald Reagan Buildings, Washington DC, USA.