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UKTI mission to China
|Competition for Olympic Park 2016|
UKTI: European funding opportunities in Romania
|British Expertise Calendar of Events|
View from the yellow crane tower in Wuhan, China
The UKTI is organising a Sustainable Cities Mission to Wuhan and Hangzhou in China from 27 June to 1 July 2011.
The mission is designed to take advantage of the opportunities for UK companies through the Sustainable Cities programme in China and the cooperation agreements signed between UKTI and the four cities involved in the programme. This mission will visit two of the cities - Wuhan and Hangzhou.
Opportunities for UK companies in Wuhan and Hangzhou are wide-ranging:
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sustainable construction process, products and techniques
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master planning, urban regeneration and design
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green building design and construction
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energy and water saving technologies
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waste water and solid waste treatment
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low-carbon technologies
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air quality and air pollution reduction and control.
You can find the mission brochure| on the UKTI website.
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Projects must be submitted by July 28th, 2011.
The deadline for submitting the projects for the International Competition for the Urban General Plan of the Rio 2016 Olympic Park has been expanded. Now, the projects can be delivered until July 28, 2011 - and the result will be announced on August 15, 2011.
The extension is due to the great demand from domestic and foreign offices, and the interest of having the widest and most qualified participation worldwide. With longer term, there is more time to meet all the competition requirements with quality.
The IAB-RJ site - where the competition details are published - received over 25,000 hits from 126 countries. Documents have been received from China, Slovenia, England, Holland, Switzerland, Portugal, Spain and the United States as well as various Brazilian states.
Find out more information about the competition here|.
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Why Romania?
The EU has allocated around €30 billion of funding for projects in Romania for 2007-13. In addition, Romanian match funding is required. The money can be spent over a slightly longer period, until 2016. There is €20 billion for structural funds, and €10 billion for rural development.
There are seven operational programmes financed from the structural funds, and a Programme for Agriculture and Rural Development.
Find general information on Romanian market conditions on UKTI's website|. The Doing Business Guide for Romania| gives an overview of Romania's economy, business culture, potential opportunities and an introduction to other relevant issues.
Opportunities
There are 3 (three) types of EU structural funds available:
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European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) - dedicated to investments in transport, creation of new jobs, local development projects and business ventures.
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European Social Fund (ESF) - promotes the integration of the unemployed and other disadvantaged groups, through financing of different training tools and social assistance.
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Cohesion Funds (CF) - dedicated to those EU member states that are less prosperous, with a GNP (Gross National Product) per capita of less than 90% of the EU average.
Approximately 98% of this amount will be allocated through 7 (seven) operational programmes* - mentioned below, part of the 'Convergence' strategy (meaning the reduction of the economic and social development differences between different EU regions). The remaining 2% will be allocated through 6 (six) Operational Programmes** under the 'Cross Border Co-operation' strategy.
*7 (seven) operational programmes - part of the 'Convergence' strategy:
1. Sectorial Operational Programme for Transport
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€4.6 billion
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Managing Authority – Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - Upgrading and development of priority routes TEN-T, in order to create a sustainable transportation network, fully integrated in the European system.
Axis 2 - Upgrading and development of national transportation infrastructure, outside the TEN-T priority routes, in order to create a sustainable national transportation network.
Axis 3 - Upgrading the transportation sector in order to ensure a high level of environmental protection, health and safety and passengers' safety.
Axis 4 - Technical assistance.
2. Sectorial Operational Programme for Environment
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€4.6 billion
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Managing Authority – Ministry of Environment and Forests
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - Extension and modernisation of water and wastewater systems (€3.27 billion).
Axis 2 - Development of integrated waste management systems and rehabilitation of historically contaminated sites (€1.17 billion).
Axis 3 - Reduction of pollution and mitigation of climate change by restructuring and renovating urban heating systems towards energy efficiency targets in the identified local environmental hotspots (€458 million).
Axis 4 - Implementation of adequate management systems for nature protection (€215 million).
Axis 5 - Implementation of adequate infrastructure of natural risk prevention in the most vulnerable areas (€329 million).
Axis 6 - Technical assistance (€174 million).
3. Regional Operational Programme (ROP)
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€3.8 billion
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Managing Authority - Ministry of Regional Development and Tourism
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - Support for sustainable urban development (€1.14 billion).
Axis 2 - Improvement of regional and local transport infrastructure (€€774 million).
Axis 3 - Improvement of social infrastructure (€570 million).
Axis 4 - Strengthening the regional and local business environment (€646 million).
Axis 5 - Sustainable development of regional and local tourism (€570 million).
Axis 6 - Technical assistance for implementing the ROP (€100 million).
4. Sectorial Operational Programme for Human Resources Development
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€3.6 billion
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Managing Authority - Ministry of Labour, Family and Social Protection
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - Education and professional training for supporting economic growth and the development of the society on the basis of know-how.
Axis 2 - Close relationship between the educational and training system and the needs of the labour market.
Axis 3 - Increase in the employees and companies adaptability.
Axis 4 - Upgrading the public service for human resource placements.
Axis 5 - Promoting pro-active human resource placement measures.
Axis 6 - Promoting social inclusion.
Axis 7 - Technical assistance.
5. Sectorial Operational Programme for Increasing Economic Competitiveness
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€2.6 billion
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Managing Authority - Ministry of Economy, Commerce and Business Environment
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - An innovative and environmentally efficient production system.
Axis 2 - Research, technological development and innovation for competitiveness.
Axis 3 - Technology and information for the private and public sectors.
Axis 4 - Increase of energy efficiency and supply safety, in the context of climatic change.
Axis 5 - Technical assistance.
6. Sectorial Operational Programme for Administrative Capacity Development
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€200 million
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Managing Authority - Ministry of Administration and Interior
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - Structural and process improvement in the management of public administrative services.
Axis 2 - Improving the quality and efficiency of public services, with a focus on de-entralising.
Axis 3 - Technical assistance.
7. Sectorial Operational Programme for Technical Assistance
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€400 million
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Managing Authority - Ministry of Public Finance
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Priority Axis:
Axis 1 - Support for the implementation of structural instruments and co-ordination of funding programmes.
Axis 2 - Future development and support for the correct operation of the Sole Information Management System (SIMS).
Axis 3 - Transfer of information and promotion of structural instruments.
**6 (seven) operational programmes – under the 'Cross Border Co-operation' strategy
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€200 million
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Managing Authority - Ministry of Regional Development and Tourism
- Hungary-Romania Operational Programme
- Romania-Bulgaria Operational Programme
- Romania-Serbia Operational Programme
- Romania-Ukraine- Republic of Moldova Operational Programme
- Hungary-Slovakia-Romania-Ukraine Operational Programme
- Black Sea Basin Operational Programme
- South East European Region Operational Programme
Businesses will be able to apply directly for funding under some priorities of the programmes or as the suppliers of goods and services to public authorities that have been awarded project funding.
All calls for bids and tenders will be published on the Managing Authorities' websites and in the Romanian Official Gazette (Monitorul Oficial). Many of the programmes will be administered locally, and applications will need submitting to the programmes' Intermediate Bodies (e.g. local authorities).
Tenders for works, supplies and services to public authorities will be published on
www.e-licitatie.ro| (the website is provided in English version).
If you have any questions on the opportunities above, contact the UKTI contacts named in this report. Business opportunities aimed specifically at UK companies are added daily to UKTI’s website. These leads are sourced by our staff overseas UK Trade & Investment Sector briefing: European funding opportunities in Romania in British Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates, across all sectors and in over 100 markets.
UKTI contacts
Richard Beams
Head of Trade Development Section
British Embassy Bucharest
Tel: +40 21 201 7294
Email: richard.beams@fco.gov.uk|
www.ukti.gov.uk|
Andreea Radu (for automotive, railways and ports)
Senior Trade Adviser
Deputy-Head of Trade Development Section
British Embassy Bucharest
Tel: +40 21 201 7364
Email: andreea.radu@fco.gov.uk|
www.ukti.gov.uk|
Ileana Buia (for healthcare, education and financial services)
Senior Trade Adviser
British Embassy Bucharest
Tel: +40 21 201 7264
Email: ileana.buia@fco.gov.uk|
www.ukti.gov.uk|
Raluca Tudor (for water & environment, construction and airports)
Senior Trade Adviser
British Embassy Bucharest
Tel: +40 21 201 7368
Email: raluca.tudor@fco.gov.uk|
www.ukti.gov.uk|
Next steps - How UKTI can help
British companies wishing to develop their business in the Romanian market are advised to undertake as much market research and planning as possible in the UK. UKTI’s team in Romania, with its wide local knowledge and experience, can provide a range of services to British-based companies wishing to grow their business in global markets.
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Provision of market information.
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Validated lists of agents/distributors.
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Key market players or potential customers in the Romanian market.
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Establishment of interest of such contacts in working with you.
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Arranging appointments.
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Organise seminars or other events for you to meet contacts and promote your company in the Romanian market.
This work is available via our Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS) a chargeable service which assists British-based companies wishing to enter or expand their business in overseas markets.
To find out more about commissioning this work, or accessing other UKTI services and specialist advice, please visit the UKTI website| to find contact details for your local UKTI office.
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Briefing by the Head of Profession for Infrastucture - DFID|
Thursday 7 July
Meeting with Stephen Young Head of Profession for Infrastucture - DFID. Stephen will outline how infrastructure is integrated into DFID's work to reduce poverty and improve the lives of the poorest people.
AusAID Procurement Strategy
|Friday 8 July
The Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) will give a presentation at British Expertise. The team, led by the Assistant Director General, will update us on AusAID strategy and the results of the recent procurement review, which highlights the need to improve AusAIDs global market base for international development consultancy work.
UK Trade & Investment: High Value Opportunities Strategy|
Wednesday, 13 July 2011
Steve O'Leary, Director of the Infrastructure & Low Carbon team at UKTI will speak to members of British Expertise and TheCityUK about 18 key priority projects worldwide.
Saudi Arabia Construction Mission|
23 - 29 September
In partnership with Gulf Construction we are taking a construction mission to Riyadh, Jeddah and Al-Khobar. For further information, please contact Tara Culhane|. British Expertise members receive a substantial discount.
Africa Green Investment Gateway Conference
|14 - 16 September Central London Location
This conference has the full support of the UN and World Bank, and will provide an international platform for high level government officials, technocrats, national and regional stakeholders, and Fortune 500 companies, to engage in commercial dialogue about the next phase of African development.
Haiti Reconstruction and Sustainability Summit
|20 - 21 September Florida USA
The Haiti Reconstruction and Sustainability Summit (HRSS)| will focus on rebuilding the infrastructure and will also explore long term solutions. There will be opportunities to meet privately with top procurement officials from the worlds leading agencies in disaster response. 25% discount for members of British Expertise: contact Elaine Ward|. See here for conference rates| and booking form|.
New York: Business visit to the United Nations Headquarters
|17 - 18 October, 2011 - New York
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) and Aid Funded Business Service (AFBS) will visit the United Nations Headquarters in New York including the UN Procurement Division, Peacekeeping Mission Support and the UN Development Programme.
China: Sustainable Cities Mission
17 -21 October
This Sustainable Cities mission, organised on behalf of UKTI, will coincide with the FT Urban Development Summit in Chongqing, then move to Changsha. To register your interest contact Richard Pelly|.
India: Sustainable Cities Mission
We are preparing plans for a two city mission to India under the "Urban Regeneration" theme for the week of Monday 28 November. More information will be available shortly. To register your interest contact Richard Pelly|.
UK Trade & Investment -Aid Funded Business Service|
The Events Diary for the period Summer - Autumn is now available.
Seminar Mission to: The World Bank and Interamerican Development Bank Washington D.C|
7 - 10 November
UKTI Green Technology Roadshow
Monday 4 July - London
Tuesday 5 July - Peterborough
Thursday 7 July - Durham
UK Trade & Investment Green Technology Roadshow will bring international buyers and decision makers into the UK to look at the UKs capabilities across the spectrum of green technologies. To attend go to www.uktigreentech2011.com|.
UK Trade & Investment Opportunities: Secondment to UK Trade & Investment
UKTI have had two successful business secondments in China, as part of the UK-China Sustainable Cities Initiative. They are now seeking a third, for six months from 1 October 2011, possibly renewable for a further six months thereafter. These secondments give valuable insights into the Chinese market as well as into how government works. For further information or to apply, please contact Peter Millman| in London or Matt Downing| in Beijing.