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E-Certificate of Origin Workshop using TTBizlink

This workshop is designed for Exporters, Manufacturers, Registered Customs Brokers & Agents as well as anyone whose role involves completing or submitting Certificate of Origin applications to the Business Development Company Limited.
Register today to attend our sessions at TIC 2012 – May 16 – 18.
Pavilion #4 Diamond Room, Hyatt Regency Trinidad.
Cost $400+Vat. [...]

BDC Rewards Innovation in Secondary Schools

In September 2011, the Business Development Company Limited (BDC) launched a competition set to create a culture of innovation among local young students. The Spirit of Innovation Competition, one element of the BDC’s programme of Innovation activities, received entries from nineteen schools, each identifying an innovative product, process or service which can be implemented in the [...]

The Spirit of Innovation Competition Project Proposal

“Linking Education to Innovation”
In keeping with the government’s policy, the Business Development Company Limited (BDC) is determined to develop and sustain “A more diversified, knowledge intensive economy – building on the  native genius of our people.” Consequently, BDC has embarked on a programme of activities set to create a  culture of innovation among the young students [...]

BDC Launches US $1.3 million Programme to Promote Trade [PHOTOS]

On Tuesday 20th September 2011, the Business Development Company Limited (BDC) and representatives of AZ Information Jamaica Ltd signed a landmark contract for a project valued at US $1.3 million, which seeks to promote local exports to the French Caribbean Outerlying Regions (FCORs). Below are some photos of the signing.

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BDC Launches US $1.3 million Programme to Promote Trade

On Tuesday 20th September 2011, the Business Development Company Limited (BDC) and representatives of AZ Information Jamaica Ltd signed a landmark contract for a project valued at US $1.3 million, which seeks to promote local exports to the French Caribbean Outerlying Regions (FCORs). Of the project’s total value, US$650,000 in funding was granted under the [...]

MIDC hosts another successful Maritime Mentorship Programme

The Maritime Industry Development Committee (MIDC) successfully hosted its fourth Maritime Mentorship Programme during the period July 25 to August 25, 2011. This year’s programme hosted 43 young persons or mentees, between the ages of 15-17, and introduced them to the maritime industry. Since its inception in 2008; 148 mentees have participated in the programme.
 
The [...]

BDC and UTC Partner for Growth

The Business Development Company Limited (BDC) is pleased to announce its support of the Unit Trust Corporation’s inaugural Investment Conference, by way of sponsorship in the amount of $20,000. The Conference themed “Resetting Your Investment Strategy For Growth” was held on September 8th & 9th, 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad and attracted corporate and [...]

BDC Raises Hope!

The Business Development Company Limited (BDC) recently supported the efforts of Macaroni Kid Trinidad by contributing to its Family Day & Charity Fundraiser hosted on August 14th 2011.  The event titled “Raising Hope” was an opportunity for families to spend quality time together while simultaneously raising funds for three NGOs – The Just Because Foundation, [...]

New Business Opportunities in Niche Manufacturing

BDC and NIHERST partnered once again to bring ‘New Business Opportunities in Niche Manufacturing.’ Held on 20th July 2011, Niche Manufacturing was chosen since it was recognized that there are difficulties faced by businesses in a small country trying to compete with larger established producers in the world market.
It was also recognized that there are many [...]