Edward Christopher oversees AMT’s International Tech Centers and Global Business Development programs. He has 25 years’ experience developing international markets for manufacturers, including 10 years as an expatriate in Asia. Edward has served on the advisory board of international development non-profits and had an eight-year tenure as a District Export Council Vice Chair for the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Edward Christopher oversees AMT’s International Tech Centers and Global Business Development programs. He has 25 years’ experience developing international markets for manufacturers, including 10 years as an expatriate in Asia. Edward has served on the advisory board of international development non-profits and had an eight-year tenure as a District Export Council Vice Chair for the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Mike Lauer, New AMT Global Services Director for Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is becoming a manufacturing epicenter, providing growing sales opportunities for advanced technology. Meet Mike Lauer and gain some tips for growing business in that region.
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2024 International Trade Shows
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AMT’s Foreign Tech Service Teams Help US Companies Unlock International Markets
Interested in selling advanced manufacturing technology internationally but not sure about servicing those machines? AMT provides experienced, in-country technicians to members for installations, maintenance, and repairs at a fraction of the cost and time.
Strengthening Manufacturing Technology in Mexico
AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology and the Mexican Association of Mold, Die and Tool Manufacturing (AMMMT) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance technological acumen among Mexican companies and their employees.
Boost Company Sales with the Help of AMT’s Global Tech Centers
AMT has played a huge role in allowing us to establish ourselves in South America and Mexico, and we are in contact with the staff at the MTC almost daily...
VP Harris Trip to SE Asia Consistent with AMT Global Services Strategy
The market potential for manufacturing technology in Southeast Asia led to an AMT initiative to develop services to build and expand its members' market share there.
EV Steers Global Automotive Direction
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), about 3 million new electric cars were registered in 2020. For the first time, Europe beat out China with 1.4 million new registrations. China had 1.2 million, and the United States had 295,000.
Human Tragedy and Economic Triumph in India
The ADB still predicts India’s GDP will rebound strongly at 11% in FY 2021 due to continued economic recovery stimulated by increased public investment, the vaccine rollout, and the surge in domestic demand.
International News From the Field: China
The big news today is the opening of CIMT 2021 in Beijing. We have an AMT/USA pavilion at the show featuring 31 participating members. To celebrate, here are some real-time visuals of our first day at CIMT.