USTDA
Who We Are
The US Trade and Development Agency strategically helps companies create US jobs by exporting US goods and services for priority infrastructure projects in emerging economies. USTDA's strategic approach connects US businesses with export opportunities by funding project preparation and partnership-building activities. These initiatives develop sustainable infrastructure and promote economic growth in partner countries.
About Us
The US Trade and Development Agency strategically helps companies create US jobs by exporting US goods and services for priority infrastructure projects in emerging economies. USTDA's strategic approach connects US businesses with export opportunities by funding project preparation and partnership-building activities. These initiatives develop sustainable infrastructure and spur economic growth in partner countries.
USTDA accomplishes its mission by funding feasibility studies, technical assistance, and pilot projects that integrate innovative solutions from the U.S. private sector into infrastructure projects at critical early stages when design choices and technology options are identified. The agency's commitment to fostering innovation and excellence is further evident in its efforts to connect overseas project sponsors with U.S. partners through reverse trade missions, industry conferences and expert workshops.
Achievements
USTDA strategically facilitates export opportunities for US companies and supports sustainable development in dynamic markets around the world. USTDA's work has made a significant impact, generating an average of $231 in U.S. exports for every dollar it programs. Since its inception, the Agency has supported more than US$119 billion in U.S. exports to infrastructure projects in emerging economies, a testament to the effectiveness of its mission and the pride it brings to the country, helping companies create good-paying jobs across the U.S., including small businesses from more than 370 communities.
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Education Grants
Foreign competitors offering incentives that exceed procurement requirements may disadvantage US firms. To ensure equal competitive conditions, US companies may request USTDA to provide a training grant to cover the cost of useful training for the project sponsor. Project Preparation Assistance
USTDA finances feasibility studies, technical assistance and comprehensive analysis of infrastructure projects that need to move from concept to financing and implementation.
Pilot Projects
By testing US equipment and technology abroad, USTDA works to promote the latest US solutions and identify new development opportunities for scalability and repeatability in emerging markets.
Opposing Trade Missions
USTDA brings foreign project sponsors to the US to observe the innovative design, manufacture and operation of American products and services in support of infrastructure development goals.