At present there are over 225 firms in the Printing and Packaging Sector in Trinidad and Tobago ranging from small to large. The major end users are mainly in the food and beverage industry with applications in cosmetics, electronics, automotive, agricultural and construction. Printing and Packaging Industry: http://printandpacktt.com

Opportunities within the Sector

• Production continues to be conducted at a low cost, which is readily accepted by customers within the region.
• The TTBS and EMA are very active and a strong alliance with them will only benefit the players in this Sector as they seek to compete effectively in international markets.
• The use of the Internet as a marketing tool is becoming increasingly more effective to reach new markets. Further the customer of today is more Internet savvy than before and age presents no boundary.
• The establishment of the Institute of Printing and Packaging as a representative entity for the stakeholders in the industry.

BDC's Intervention

• The Trade Assistance Unit of the BDC is staffed with highly competent personnel who can assist you in preparing to enter export markets.
• The BDC provides Loan Guarantee facilities for individuals or companies desirous of expanding the reach of their business.
• BDC Leasing provides a leasing arrangement for commercial printing and packaging equipment to be used in conducting your business.
• BDC offers training in technical as well as business areas, which would aid in increasing the competitiveness of your company.
• The BDC has strategic alliances with many service providers locally, regionally and internationally, which can offer assistance where it is required.
• The BDC is an excellent source of information to guide you in developing your business competitiveness.
• Consultancy services offered by the BDC provide a diagnostic approach to ensuring that your company grows.