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This small country is known worldwide thanks to its people Exports from Costa Rica account for 34% of the GDP, a direct and to its landscapes. A five-star country that offers an result of the progress made in its export offerings over the excellent business climate due to its talent, location, product years, which today is diverse and innovative and includes variety, democracy, natural wealth, values, culture, history greater participation from the advanced manufacturing and education. industry and the consolidation of the agroindustry sector. The quality of the health and education systems has Another important resource that makes Costa Rica an positioned Costa Rica as the most competitive economy in outstanding choice is its well-being, business and sustainable Central America (WEF, 2018). Costa Rica holds the #1 tourism industries. Tourism in Costa Rica generates over position in English proficiency in Latin America, the #1 $3.8 billion a year (BCCR, 2018). Whether for vacationing or position in graduates in science and mathematics and the #1 for doing business, Costa Rica stands out for its commitment position in innovation in LATAM. All of this makes it the best to peace, having abolished its army in 1948, and for its natural choice in Latin America for high-value foreign direct landscapes, being home to 6.5% of the world’s biodiversity investment as per the IBM Global Locations 2017 ranking. (PNUD,2019). ¡We are pura vida!
PLACE OF THE EVENT COSTA RICA CONVENTION CENTER (CCCR) The 21st edition of BTM Costa Rica will be held at the Costa Rica Convention Center (CCCR) Architecturally inspired by Costa Rica’s biodiversity, culture and authenticity, CCCR was inaugurated on April 5, 2018. It is located in the province of Heredia just eight kilometers (five miles) from Juan Santamaria International Airport and ten kilometers (six miles) from San Jose center with direct access from General Cañas Highway. Characteristics: Eco-Friendly Infrastructure: • 5,775 m2 (62,000 sq. ft) of meeting rooms • Sustainable design • Six conference halls with a capacity of approximately • Bioclimatic architecture 1,800 individuals • Reuses rainwater • LED lighting and solar panels • Main hall measuring 3.739 m2 (40,000 sq. ft) with a • Natural light indoors capacity of approximately 4,000 individuals • Energy saving, high-tech air-conditioning system
Culture and History CCCR boasts unique pieces displayed in its interior, setting it apart from other convention centers and allowing its visitors to experience part of the history and culture of Costa Rica. Pre-Columbian Stone Spheres The East Lobby is home to five pre-Columbian stone spheres that are part of the archaeological heritage of humanity. These spheres represent a true example of Costa Rican pre-Columbian art for visitors to enjoy. Foyer This main entrance, dubbed San Jose, features an exquisite skylight that allows the entry of natural light. The oval tambour alludes to the wheel of an oxcart and fragments the light into distinct colors that blanket the lobby and pre-function area. Jorge Jiménez Deredia Sculptures The center oval houses the sculpture titled Evolución [Evolution] by sculptor Jorge Jiménez Deredia, a national artist with a huge international presence. The sculpture is an impressive representation of Costa Rican modern art. With this sculpture, Jiménez Deredia emphasizes that as humans, our first home was a sphere: the Mural: Allegory of the Second family. uterus. At birth, humans pass into another sphere: The figures represented, who seem to Earth. Moreover, the sculpture implies the need to This mural from Italian artist Luciano blend into the scenery rather than stand learn to create new spheres in life and in society in Ranuci is a work of contemporary art. out, are typical of muralism, a order to live in harmony with others and with the Previously displayed in the former “El monumental art form that flourished in universe. Coco” International Airport, it is Latin America—and particularly in currently on loan from the Museum of Mexico—between 1920 and 1940. West Foyer. Art. The light-wood colored back wall creates the The work narrates the colonial period, appearance of a series of waves, bringing the independence, the heroic feat of 1856, project to human scale and softening the height of education reform at the hand of don this ample space. The waves are created from Mauro Fernández, the Civil War of 1948 particle board and also work to soundproof the and, finally, at its edges, scenes related to main halls from people milling about in the foyer. education, public works, agriculture and
ACCOMMODATIONS WYNDHAM HERRADURA HOTEL AIRPORT-HOTEL-AIRPORT General Cañas Highway, 5 km south of Juan TRANSPORTATION Santamaria International Airport San Jose, 71880 1000C Free transportation is provided from Juan Santamaria International Airport to your hotel and vice versa. The vehicle will be properly identified (506) 2209-9800 with PROCOMER/BTM signage. www.wyndham.com We recommend having your itinerary handy to Check in: 15:00 h properly coordinate the logistics. Check-out: 12:00 h CROWNE PLAZA COROBICÍ SAN JOSÉ HOTEL DRESS CODE Sabana Norte next to La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Mata Redonda, San José Business formal. We recommend bringing a jacket as the halls are (506) 2543 6000 air conditioned. www.crowneplaza.com Check in: 15:00 h Check out: 12h EVENT SCHEDULE Recommendations for Technical Visits on September 17th: Tours begin at 7:00 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. Be on time in the lobby of your hotel at 7:00 a.m. As times may vary depending on your tour, check with your PROCOMER representative for the exact time Wear comfortable clothing Bring an umbrella, bottle of water and jacket Bring your passport
ABOUT COSTA RICA 51,100 km2 It has a population of It invests in education $17,645 GDP per English is the approximately 5 and boasts a literacy capita, one of the second most million. rate of 97.8%, the highest in the spoken language. highest in Latin region America. I.CLIMATE THE AVERAGE DRY SEASON LASTS FROM DECEMBER RAINY SEASON RUNS FROM MAY TO NOVEMBER, DURING TEMPERATURE IN THE TO APRIL. DURING THIS SEASON, IT IS WHICH TIME IT GENERALLY RAINS IN THE AFTERNOON. CENTRAL VALLEY IS SUNNY DURING THE DAY WITH A THE AVERAGE TEMPERATURE STAYS THE SAME 24°C (75°F). PLEASANT TEMPERATURE OF 24-25°C YEAR-ROUND. (75-77°F) IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY. III. ECONOMY IV. INFRASTRUCTURE WITH BOTH SEAPORTS AND AIRPORTS, COSTA RICA IS THE OFFICIAL CURRENCY IS THE COLON (¢). A SUITABLE LOCATION FOR EXPORTING, IMPORTING AND TOURISM. THE CURRENT AVERAGE EXCHANGE RATE IS ¢590 TO $1. $ IT HAS TWO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS: JUAN SANTAMARIA AND DANIEL ODUBER. THE WORKFORCE ENCOMPASSES THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE 2.3 MILLION INDIVIDUALS. OFFERS 100% REDUNDANCY. IN 2018, GOODS EXPORTS THERE ARE THREE REDUNDANT SUBMARINE FIBER TOTALED $11.3 BILLION. OPTIC CABLE SYSTEMS. IN 2018, SERVICES EXPORTS THE COUNTRY HAS MORE THAN 30 INDUSTRIAL PARKS TOTALED $9 BILLION. AND BUSINESS CENTERS EMPLOYING OVER 77,000 INDIVIDUALS. IT BOASTS THE FOURTH HIGHEST THE LOCATION OF LIMÓN-MOÍN PORT MAKES IT ONE HDI IN LATIN AMERICA. OF THE COUNTRY’S MOST IMPORTANT PORTS, GENERATING A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF EXPORTS PER YEAR.
EVENT SCHEDULE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH: 2:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m. Forum: Global Value Chains Arrival of international buyers “Success Stories” TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH: Panel: “Current Challenges in entering the global supply chain” 07:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Technical Visits. Discover what Costa Rica has to offer by visiting local producers. 2:00 p.m.– 4:30 p.m. Logistics Business Forum Taste Happiness: Costa Rican Coffee Panel: Logistics Development in Costa Rica Construction Suppliers Panel: Logistics Advantages of Algeciras Port Advanced Manufacturing for Costa Rican exporters Agricultural Sector WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH: 08:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Forum: Retail 08:00 a.m. – 08:30 a.m. Participant Registration Experience 08:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Opening Ceremony 09:30 p.m. – Noon Business Roundtable 02:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Business Roundtable “Global Retail Trends” “Automated Traceability: A tool for retail THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH: and consumer safety” 08:00 a.m. – Noon Business Roundtable “The food of the future” 02:00 p.m. – 05:00 p.m. Business Roundtable Panel: “Top trends in consumption” 06:00 p.m. – 09:00 p.m. Farewell Reception Panel: “Retail and digital transformation” FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH: Departure 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Specialty Cooking of international buyers. Experience High-quality, healthy ingredients designed to bring out your inner chef.
COSTA RICA: A TREASURE TROVE OF BIODIVERSITY C O S T A R I C A 0,03% of the planet’s surface 6,5% of its biodiversity. 26% OF THE NATIONAL 99% OF ALL ELECTRICITY COMES TERRITORY IS FROM RENEWABLE ENERGY. PROTECTED. IT IS HOME TO THREE UNESCO ITS GEOGRAPHIC WORLD HERITAGE SITES: LOCATION EXPLAINS Coco Island, Guanacaste Conservation Area and ITS NATURAL WEALTH. La Amistad Reserve in the Talamanca Mountain Range.
SUSTAINABLE TOURISM The country is among the primary destinations for sustainable tourism and is known worldwide for the tourist experience it offers. 3,016,667 TOURISTS VISITED COSTA RICA IN 2018. 9,5% OF ALL TOURISM IN 2018 WAS FOR BUSINESS OR PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES. THE AVERAGE AMOUNT SPENT PER TOURIST IN 2018 WAS $1,104.80. THE TOURISM INDUSTRY EMPLOYS APPROXIMATELY 211,000 WORKERS, REPRESENTING 8.8% OF THE TOTAL WORKFORCE. TOURISM GENERATES $1.4 BILLION IN INCOME. 49.8% AND 52.8%, RESPECTIVELY). TOURIST DEMAND IS GREATEST IN GUANACASTE AND THE CENTRAL VALLEY ( THE COUNTRY PLANS, EXECUTES AND MONITORS CERTIFICATION FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM (CST) PROGRAMS. jʼnðșÁƨɂƏȢǯɿșœǻșƈƨƏIJșȢʼnðșǐǯœƈǯɿșÙðǻȢœƏȢœƨƏǻșĜƨǯș ǻɂǻȢœƏ±ŷðșȢƨɂǯœǻƈșƏÙșœǻșűƏƨɳƏșɳƨǯŷÙɳœÙðșĜƨǯșȢʼnðșȢƨɂǯœǻȢș ðɽǐðǯœðƏÁðșœȢșƨĜĜðǯǻǘ
COSTA RICAN TALENT Costa Rica made the decision to invest in education, which has been free and mandatory since 1870, and the country boasts the best education system in Latin America and the 27th best system worldwide. Costa Ricans are a happy people and highly skilled laborers. Moreover, they have a desire for innovation, entrepreneurship, specialization and distinction, which is Costa Rica holds the third position in Latin America in terms of local talent retention (World Economic Forum, 2016-2017). Additionally, the country is first in Latin America in terms of the number of jobs created by Foreign Direct Investment (IBM Global Locations, 2017) and is recognized for being #1 in graduates in science and mathematics (World Economic Forum, 2017-2018).
EXPORTS $11.312 155 2,415 4,332 TOTAL EXPORTS DESTINATIONS EXPORTERS: EXPORTED PRODUCTS: PRIMARY SECTORS: 29% MEDICAL AND PRECISION EQUIPMENT 25% AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS 14% FOOD INDUSTRY 6% PHARMACEUTICAL-CHEMICAL 4% METAL-MECHANIC 3% PLASTIC 3% LIVESTOCK AND FISHERY
WHY DO BUSINESS,N COSTA RICA? Excellent business climate for a true Return on Investment (ROI) $17,645 GDP per capita, one of the highest in the region Preferential access to 2/3rd of the world’s GDP Significant number of FTAs Ideal access to North, South and Central America Consolidated democratic system Country is open to business, exporting more than 4,300 products to over 150 countries Variety of exports, in addition to quality and innovation in production and a strong commitment to the environment #1 exporter of high technology in LATAM 24% of Fortune 100 companies 81% of exporters are S&MEs
LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS ONE OF THE MOST CONSOLIDATED BETWEEN COSTA RICAN SUPPLIERS MACRO ROUNDTABLES IN LATIN AND INTERNATIONAL BUYERS AMERICA QUALITY, INNOVATION AND AN IN 2018, 4,000 BUSINESS MEETINGS AMPLE VARIETY OF PRODUCTS FOR WITH HELD WITH 300 BUYERS FROM EXPORT OVER 40 COUNTRIES
PRINCIPALES DESTINOS DE EXPORTACIÓN | PARTICIPACIÓN DEL VALOR EXPORTADO UNITED STATES 39% 6% HOLLAND MEXICO 3% 2% CHINA GUATEMALA 5% 2% ITALY HONDURAS 4% 6% BELGIUM EL SALVADOR 3% NICARAGUA 5% DOMINICAN 2% REPUBLIC PANAMA 5% EXPORTS PER EXPORTS PER MODE SCHEME OF TRANSPORT PERCENTAGE OF EXPORTED VALUE PERCENTAGE OF EXPORTED VALUE INWARD PROCESSING LAND 1% 19% SEA FREE TRADE DEFINITIVE ZONE 48% 52% 51% AIR 26% COSTA RICAN GOODS EXPORTS ARE KNOWN FOR BEING SUSTAINABLE | ORGANIC | INNOVATIVE | NATURAL | TALENTED
PRIMARY EXPORTED PRIMARY DESTINATION PRODUCTS REGIONS PERCENTAGE OF EXPORTED VALUE PERCENTAGE OF EXPORTED VALUE MEDICAL DEVICES: 29% 1% ASIA EUROPEAN BANANA 9% UNION 21% ASIA REST OF NORTH 1% EUROPE 44% PINEAPPLE 9% AMERICA THE CENTRAL 4% CARIBBEAN 21% OTHER SYRUPS AND CONCENTRATES AMERICA FOR CARBONATED DRINKS 3% SOUTH AMERICA 2% 1% OTHERS COFFEE BEANS 3% JUICES AND FRUIT CONCENTRATE 2% GRAN TOTAL TIRES 2% NORTH AMERICA 10.622,3 CENTRAL AMERICA 4.668,3 ELECTRICAL CABLES 2% EUROPEAN UNION 2.388,6 MEDICATION 2% ASIA 2.186,0 ELECTRICAL MATERIALS 1% THE CARIBBEAN 472,8 PALM OIL 1% SOUTH AMERICA 462,8 MIDDLE EAST 239,2 ANTISERUMS 1% OTHERS 116,2 SAUCES AND PREPARATIONS 1% TEXTILES AND PRODUCTION 1% GLASS BOTTLES 1% OTHER PRODUCTS 35%
GOODS SECTORS INDUSTRIAL SECTOR We are a Country of Ingenious People Costa Rica has been recognized by international rankings as the most innovative country in Latin America, demonstrated in its dynamic and specialized industrial sector. This sector is known for its highly competitive products in terms of quality from several subsectors, including jewelry and personal care products, construction products, such as interior and exterior paints, and metalworking. The country leads in terms of sophisticated production processes and is known as a consolidated industry that operates at a high level of complexity, has an ample variety of manufactured products and is highly dynamic. Costa Rica is actively positioning itself as a key supplier for the aerospace and medical device industries, while innovating in terms of chemical, natural and pharmaceutical products for use worldwide. Costa Rica’s industrial sector boasts the following certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 13485, TS 16949, AS 9100, FSC, Carbon Neutral and GMP. PRIMARY PRODUCTS Construction: Wood: raw Metals: precision, Medical Devices: Fashion: footwear, accessories, supplies and material stamping, prosthesis, jewelry (handmade and machinery lamination and medication, etc. industrial) extrusion Plastics: Electronics: Pharmaceuticals Clúster Home, office, decoration: lamination, electric and personal care: Aeroespacial: furniture, cleaning, decoration stamping, engines, PC medication and cadena de (handmade and industrial) extrusion, etc. boards, etc. beauty suministro Aerospace Cluster: supply chain
NOTEWORTHY ASPECTS Costa Rica holds the #1 position in Central America on the Global Competitiveness Report (WEF, 2018). The country is known for being: #1 exporter of #1 exporter of #2 in availability medical devices per high technology of engineers and scientists capita and second largest in industrial products in Latin in Latin America LATAM (PROCOMER, 2019) America and #4 in the world (PROCOMER, 2019) (Banco Mundial) (PROCOMER, 2019) Birthplace of #1 in local state-of-the-art supplier quality (FEM, plasma engine 2016-2017) technology, built by ADASTRA ROCKET for space travel
GOODS SECTORS FOOD INDUSTRY “Taste the Joy” Over seventy years of experience has given Costa Rica’s food industry the knowledge, innovation and best practices necessary to export culinary specialties. Filled with positive energy and accompanied by the highest quality standards and state-of-the-art technology, Costa Rica’s food products are recognized for their distinction and selectivity. Costa Rican food items are targeted for niche markets that. seek healthy, sustainable lifestyles and at lovers of ethnic fusions and explorations. Costa Rican companies operate under the strictest of standards, including ISO 9001, Kosher, HACCP, FDA, Carbon Neutral, FSSC22000 and Organic, among others, ensuring the country’s commitment to quality, health and the environment. TOTAL EXPORTS 2018: $1.596 MILLION MARKETS: CHINA, MEXICO, HOLLAND, USA, ETC. PRIMARY EXPORTS: Juices and fruit Meat: premium Coffee: Costa Jelly, jam and Tilapia: concentrates: cuts and Rica’s golden fruit preserves: production and delicious, sweet carcasses bean, a quality variety and export flavor product nutritional value Tuna: gourmet and Sugar: production Heart of palm: Bakery and Sauces, condiments and premium canned technologies, high value-added pastries: sweet and canned vegetables: 2nd tuna, as well as quality products products savory, frozen, largest exporter in Latin sardines and other gluten-free, etc. America and the Caribbean seafood and the 1st for tomato sauce
NOTEWORTHY ASPECTS Costa Rica is home to six of the 35 largest food processing companies in the world. #1 in production #1 exporter of carbon #1 exporter of process sophistication in neutral coffee in the world (PROCOMER, 2019) pineapple in the world (PROCOMER, 2019) Latin America #1 exporter of fruit #2 exporter of #3 exporter of juice in Central America (PROCOMER, 2019) canned heart of palm banana in the world in the world (PROCOMER, (PROCOMER, 2019) 2019)
GOODS SECTORS AGRICULTURAL SECTOR Naturally Delicious Costa Rica is renowned for coffee and bananas, and over time has varied its exports to include a variety of innovative, differentiated, value-added, fresh, exotic, sustainable and modern products. The agricultural sector has managed to develop a value chain, with fair trade and biotechnology applied to agriculture. The country produces quality fresh fruits, vegetables, roots and tubers year-round. Among the most noteworthy, exotic products are aloe vera, mangosteen and rambutan, as well as organic coffee, banana, cocoa, orange, pineapple and sugar. The naturally delicious flavor and sweetness are the direct result of the country’s diverse topography and multiple microclimates, as varied as Costa Rica’s natural beauties and globally recognized protected areas. The country boasts an extensive variety of plants, which includes dracaenas, fig trees, crotons and bromelias. Some of the most notable flowers include the lobster-claw, laceleaf, ginger flower, bird of paradise, orchids, lily and more. Most companies and products have been certified under international standards such as Global GAP, Carbon Neutral, Rainforest Alliance, HACCP, etc. TOTAL EXPORTS 2018: $2.818 MILLION MARKETS: SPAIN, ITALY, USA, UNITED KINGDOM, ETC PRIMARY EXPORTS: Pineapple: Banana: Cantaloupe: Yucca: can be cooked in a variety of ways and is available recognized sweet taste sweetness, aroma year-round. The root is rich in vitamin K, which is known to worldwide for its and color and color protect the bones and prevent the onset of osteoporosis quality and flavor Watermelon: Tomato: a product associated Chayote: contributes to weight loss; the Papaya: “Pococí” papaya contains 93% water with several health benefits, chayote has very few calories and a hybrid, a variety adapted and a very low caloric including a reduced risk of significant amount of fiber, an ideal to Costa Rica’s climate index heart disease and cancer combination for losing weight and lowering cholesterol
NOTEWORTHY ASPECTS #1 exporter of #1 exporter of #3 exporter of golden pineapple in fruits, vegetables and banana in the world the world (PROCOMER, juices in Central America (PROCOMER, 2019) 2019) (PROCOMER, 2019) #1 supplier of roots More than and tubers in the United States (PROCOMER, 2019) 1,200 species of orchids (PROCOMER, 2019)
IMPORTANT CONTACTS Red Cross Main Office Phone: +506 2542 -5000 Address: Calle 8, Avenida 14, Distrito Hospital, San José 10103, Costa Rica Other indications: 200 meters south, 50 west of Parque la Merced, San Jose Emergency number: 911 Ministry of Public Safety Main Office Phone: +506 2586-4000 Address: Barrio Córdoba, San José, across from Liceo Castro Madriz PROCOMER Escazú, Próspero Fernández Highway, west side of Hospital Cima, Plaza Tempo, 3rd floor PO Box: 1278-1007 Phone: 2505-4700 Hospital México Address: Across from General Cañas Highway, adjacent to Juan Pablo Segundo Bridge, La Uruca, San José Phone: Switchboard 2242-6700 Hospital San Juan de Dios Address: Avenida cero (Paseo Colón), adjacent to the National Children’s Hospital, San Jose Phone: Switchboard 2547-8000 Hospital CIMA San José Address: Próspero Fernández Highway, San Jose, San Rafael Phone: 2208-1000
RESTAURANTS IN THE AREA: Saúl Bistró Taj Mahal 22347936 300 meters east of Santa Teresita Church, Barrio 22283012 Escalante On the old road to Santa Ana Los Anonos Hard Rock Café San José 2-2280180 22099800 San Rafael, Escazú 5 km south of Juan Santamaria International Airport, Hotel Wyndham Herradura Jazz Café 22884740 Silvestre Escazú, west side of Confort 2253301 Churrascaría Fogo Brasil Calle 3, Avenida 11, Barrio Amón 2-2481111 100 meters east of the Nissan Agency, La Sabana Le Monastere 22288515 1.8 km from Paco Mall, Escazú
1-DAY TOUR RECOMMENDATIONS Tortuguero National Park: Monteverde Cloud Forest: Located in northeastern Costa Rica, it is known for Located in Puntarenas province, it is known protecting the most important nesting grounds of worldwide as a wildlife paradise. green sea turtles in the Western Hemisphere. Climate: Average temperatures range from 8-20°C Climate: Average temperatures range from 25-30°C (46-68°F) (77-86°F) Eco-Friendly Destination: Home to 2.5% of the Eco-Friendly Destination: Protects Costa Rica’s world’s biodiversity flora and fauna Contact: +(506) 2645-5122 Monteverde Cloud Contact: +(506) 2709-8086 Sector 4 Forest Biological Reserve Administration, Esquinas Arenal Volcano National Park: Manuel Antonio National Park: Located in San Carlos, this natural wonder is Located in the canton of Quepos, province of known as one of the most beautiful active volcanos Puntarenas, the park marries the magic of the in the world. beach with Costa Rica’s rainforest. Climate: Average temperatures range from 21-27°C Climate: Tropical rainforest (70-80°F) Eco-Friendly Destination: Flora and fauna species Eco-Friendly Destination: The area is important in danger of extinction for the conservation of local water resources Contact: +(506) 2777-9797 Manuel Antonio Contact: +(506) 2479-7512 La Fortuna Chamber of Chamber of Tourism, Quepos, Aguirre Tourism
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