Mission to NZ Bio 2008

UKTI and the British High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand invite you to join a group of British and New Zealand medical researchers and product developers to look at possibilities for closer collaboration. This is a field where New Zealand researchers have a lot to offer. The workshop will take place on April 3, the day after the NZBio Conference 2008, which will also offer extensive opportunities for organisations active in this area. 

The workshop will bring together researchers and product developers from New Zealand and the United Kingdom who are in research and product development with particular emphasis on wound care, regenerative medicines, animal vaccines and medical devices. The objective of the workshop is to let researchers and commercial developers explore the potential for collaboration in this extremely important field. We are expecting participants from both research institutes and commercial companies. Lord Digby Jones, Minister for Trade and Investment, plans to be in New Zealand during the mission, and hopes to meet participants. 

The workshop has been planned to coincide with the NZBio Conference, which will run from 31 March to 2 April. The Conference is the premier biotechnology event in New Zealand and runs over three days in Auckland. The conference features specific sessions on licensing, collaboration, business partnering, taking ideas to market, nutrition and health, new health solutions, and the latest medical technology and diagnostics developments in New Zealand. It will also feature a break-out session on UK-NZ opportunities, where you will be able to showcase your work and learn about the work of others.  

Details of the conference can be found at www.nzbio.org.nz 

Who is organising the event?

The workshop is a joint initiative between the British High Commission, British Consulate General and UK Trade & Investment. 

What support is available?

Some limited amount of travel assistance may be available to organisations wishing to participate. 

UK Trade & Investment provide a wide range of support to organisations interested in expanding their businesses overseas. Interested parties should contact their local International Trade Advisors for advice on how UK Trade and Investment can assist yourorganisation and details of any specific assistance and support for this event. Details of your local office can be found on the UKTI portal; www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk 

When & where? 

The British High Commission and British Consulate can also provide some assistance with arranging accommodation and organising meetings. 

The Workshop will be held on; Thursday 3 April 2008 from 9.00am – 5.00pm

British Consulate General

Level 17, IAG Building

151 Queen Street

Auckland

New Zealand 

If you are interested in participating in these event, please see attached flyer or contact: