AWEX (Wallonia Export and Investment)

AWEX (Wallonia Export and Investment) is a government agency responsible for stimulating economic activity in the Wallonia region. AWEX has a worldwide network of 105 Economic and Trade Commissioners and has been ISO 9001 certified since 2002.

As a foreign trade agency, AWEX carries out a mission of promotion and information, benefiting both Wallonia and the foreign business community. Upon request, AWEX assists buyers, decision-makers, importers and foreign prospects by:

• Providing economic data on Wallonia and its export potential
• Offering information on products and services from companies located in Wallonia
• Identifying companies in Wallonia for international partnerships
• Compiling lists of exporters from Wallonia

As an trade partner for Wallonia-based companies, AWEX offers a wide range of export-oriented services and activities, including:

• General and commercial information on foreign markets
• Market studies tailored to specific areas
• Organization and planning of marketing activities (international trade shows, economic missions, sector-based contact days)
• Establishing contacts with international organizations
• Promoting Wallonia's export potential abroad
• Financial support and export financing
• Training in international careers

As a foreign investment agency, AWEX, through its Office for Foreign Investors (OFI), is also responsible for attracting foreign investment to Wallonia. This includes seeking out and providing information to potential foreign investors. The Agency also offers a proactive follow-up service to investors already established in Wallonia. In addition, it is in charge of identifying new foreign investors for the acquisition of industrial that may currently be in a restructuring process.

Please visit AWEX at http://www.awex.be/awex/EN