Features & Services

International Division

MBA’s International Division provides a suite of international programs and services which are tailored especially for the building and construction industry.

International Division sponsored by the Australian Made Campaign - The Mark of Australian Industry.

The green and gold kangaroo trade mark of the Australian Made Campaign is truly Australian and is universally recognised and trusted by Australian consumers. It is used on products sold by Australian exporters in more than 30 countries.

Now Master Builders Australia and the Australian Made Campaign have joined forces to promote Australian products here and overseas, and to showcase the capability of the Australian construction sector.

You can be confident that when products carry the Australian Made trade mark, they really are made in Australia. 9 out of 10 Australians recognise the trade mark. and what’s more it provides:

• effective product differentiation
• a strong Australian identity in export markets
• clear differentiation from imported products
• third party certification and authentication

For further information about the Australian Made Campaign visit their website at www.australianmade.com.au or freecall 1800 350 520.

Trade mission program

MBA conducts trade missions to selected markets on a regular basis. The next mission will be to Dubai in November 2005 with over 90 firms exhibiting in MBA's Australian Pavilion at the Big 5 Show. The mission will assist Australian firms access the booming construction market in the Gulf region. A study tour component is available.

Business matching program

MBA also hosts inbound missions and sets up individual business appointments for Australian firms with potential overseas partners.

Export diagnostic program

MBA has developed a unique export diagnostic program which is tailored to the needs of the building and construction industry. It is ideally suitable for firms considering exporting or who have had difficulty accessing export markets. The export diagnostics confirm the export potential for the firm and focuses the company on what needs to be put in place to develop export markets. The program includes developing strategies for export development.

Export Forums

Regular export forums are held featuring key speakers to discuss important topics and the "who", "what", "where", "why" type questions that exporters face when developing export markets.

International Business Club

MBA’s International Business Club provides a suite of services specifically aimed to allow members to leverage off MBA’s extensive international business linkages.

Further Information about MBA’s International Services may be obtained from Keith Stubbs, International Manager, International Division Ph 03 9411 4555, Fax 03 9411 4591 or be email kstubbs@mbav.com.au.