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Only 14% of Styrian exports currently go to Emerging Markets, despite a significant portion of current – and likely future – economic growth taking place there. Our full-day IPE (International Project Development) Symposium on last Thursday, March 27, in Graz was dedicated to this increasingly important economic region, laying the groundwork for a series of further relevant events.
Excellent experts from institutions central to the financing of relevant export transactions and the hedging of project risks in Emerging Markets – such as OeKB, OeEB, ADA, VIAC – were present, as were practitioners with years of company and project experience, notably ILF, Siemens Energy, TPA Horwath, and AEE Intec.
What did we take away from the event?
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Emerging Markets are a must – even for many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
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Commitment, focus, and perseverance are required, as projects often need to be initiated independently.
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Profound knowledge of local conditions and existing hedging and support instruments is essential.
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Solid training on the topic is recommended – but does not replace practical on-site experience.
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A gradual entry – ideally with already established partners – is advisable given the existing risks.
