Iran Trade mission
Trade mission to Tehran, Iran 24-31 may 2015
This trade mission is meant for companies, registered in The Netherlands, active in the areas of agriculture,
animal husbandry and food production, The mission will take place in and around Tehran.
With a population of nearly 80 million Iran has a large consumer
market, twice as big as all of the littoral states of the Persian
Gulf put together plus Saudi Arabia and Iraq. The geo-strategic
location of the country has made it the most economical and
safe transit route for land locked countries in Central Asia and
the Caucasus. Seven free zones provide opportunities for
foreign trade, commerce and investment.
Iran is a country with a continental climate. Agriculture is one of
the most important sectors of the Iranian economy, accounting
for about 11% of GDP, 23% of the employed population and
15% of the foreign exchange revenues (nonoil exports).
Agricultural and animal husbandry products have always
provided the major non-oil export items such as pistachios,
raisins and even carpets (the wool or silk used in them). About
20% of the land is arable.
The main food-producing areas are in the Caspian region and in
valleys of the northwest. Some northern and western areas
support rain-fed agriculture, while other areas require irrigation
for successful crop production. Animal husbandry consists
mainly of sheep, goats, cows, horses and poultry. The whole
supply chain is present in this industry; husbandry,
insemination, meat, skin and wool industry.
The food production sector employs over 16% of the total
working population divided over approx. 13,000 companies.
Important export products are confectionery products, milk
products, tomato extract, fruit juices and concentrates, mineral
water and pasta. Important import products are grain, oilseeds,
oil, meat, sugar, beans, fruits, vegetables and milk products.
Iran also imports food industry technology, processing and
packaging equipment.
The Netherlands has historically been a large trading partner of
Iran. This economic bond dates back 400 years. Albeit the
recent political situation has resulted in a decrease in trade
volume, there has been reason for optimism regarding new
agreements which may lead to a relief and lifting of sanctions.
Moreover traditional trade such as agriculture and Food&Drink
are not subject to any sanction. Companies in these sectors can
freely export to and import from Iran without any restrictions.
Iran Trade mission
The mission coincides with the IRAN-AGRO exhibition (www.iran-agro.com) which will take place
26-29 may 2015, parallel to the Iran food + bevtec (www.iran-foodbevtec.com), Food, Beverage &
Packaging Technology and Iran food + hospitality (www.iranfoodhospitality.com).
This 22nd exhibition and seminars with over 900 exhibitors from 25 countries attracts approx.
35,000 visitors. This offers ample opportunity to gather information and make contacts to
relevant, potential partners.
Draft program
24 May
25 May
26 May
27 May
28 May
29 May
30 May
31 May
Meeting with local entities
Tour with cultural and general information
Explanation about doing business in Iran, economy etc..
Reception with local authorities, briefing, dinner.
Trade fair
Trade fair
Trade fair
Trade fair
Matchmaking
Matchmaking
Matchmaking
A trade mission is an excellent chance to make first contact with local business partners. These partners
can be potential clients, agents, distributors or suppliers. We shall meet every participating company on an
individual basis for an intake interview. This, in order to define your search goal and wishes for contact in
Iran. Furthermore, logistical matters about your personal travel program will be discussed.
East-West Trade & consulting starts the coordination of the individual matchmaking which will take place in
Iran. Wherever possible the targeted potential business partners will already be put in contact with you
before your departure.
In the preparation phase at least one group session will take place in The Netherlands in order to
prepare all participants as well as possible.
Cost
The organizational cost of this trade mission plus several costs related to overall group program details,
reception, tour, program booklet etc. will be partly supported by a trade mission subsidy which the Ministry
of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation makes available for companies registered in The
Netherlands.
The participation fee per company is of €2.350 excl. VAT; in case a subsidy is granted to your company the
participation fee will be of € 850 excl VAT.
Your company can be entitled to this subsidy (called missievoucher) if:
 your export share of sales doesn’t exceed 25 percent; or
 you do not yet export to Iran
We are open to companies registering more than one person for the trade mission, however, the subsidy
only applies once to each company. Consequently, in order to facilitate the participation of multiple people
from each company, each extra individual will only be subject to a discounted fee of €1.000 excl. VAT.
Prices exclude personal costs such as Visa, Travel and accommodation costs.
East-West Trade & consulting will endeavor to coordinate attractive offers for flight and hotel
accommodation. Based on the information which we will supply, you will eventually be
responsible for your own bookings and cost.
Information and registration
East-West Trade & consulting organizes this trade mission for Dutch companies that are involved in
agriculture, Food&Drink, Hospitality & related consulting services. We assist you with individual and group
intake meetings and information as well as follow up assistance after the trip.
For additional information, please contact Mohammad Mashhadi tel: 06 – 213 333 26
Email: m.mashhadi@eastwest-trade.com. Registration until latest May 10th 2015