Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission to Romania

Black Sea Strategies in collaboration with 47G, a leading US aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and finance ecosystem based in Utah, supported by the US Embassy Commercial Service in Romania, will host an Aerospace and Defense Event in Romania in March 2025.

This initiative is aimed at introducing U.S. companies to trade and investment opportunities in Romania's aerospace, defense, energy, and mining sectors, with a focus on expanding their outreach to other NATO & The EU member countries. This Trade Mission will focus on Romania and the Black Sea Countries as alternative regions for US companies interested in opening new markets as well as diversifying their supply chains operations - thus making an important contribution to political and military stability and security in the region.

The event aims to:

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DAY 1

3 of March 2025

  • 08:30 AM U.S. Embassy Briefing
  • 10:00 AM Coffee Break
  • 10:30 AM Opening Plenary - U.S. & Romanian Governments - 27 years of strategic cooperation
  • 11:30 AM Break
  • 11:45 AM Plenary Panel - Public and Private Sectors Engagements; Best Practices
  • 12:45 PM Plenary Panel - Public Procurement and Funding Sources in the Defense Sector
  • 01:45 PM Networking Buffet Lunch
  • 04:00 PM Romania and US - B2B meetings
  • 06:30 PM Reception
  • NOTE: Panel sessions and B2B meetings will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Bucharest, Calea Victoriei 63-81, Sector 1, Bucharest, RO 010065 (map location) Times are subject to change based on final confirmations of speakers and participants. Additional breakout sessions or presentations might be added based on the response and availability of speakers. This agenda can be adjusted according to specific event goals, participant interests, or logistical considerations

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DAY 2

4 of March 2025

  • 09:00 AM 47G B2B Meetings
  • 12:00 PM Lunch
  • 01:00 PM 47G Companies B2B meetings OR visit to Romanian production facilities
  • 07:00 PM Reception / Closing Ceremony, Radisson Blue Hotel
  • 08:30 PM Reception concludes
  • NOTE: Panel sessions and B2B meetings will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Bucharest, Calea Victoriei 63-81, Sector 1, Bucharest, RO 010065 (map location) Times are subject to change based on final confirmations of speakers and participants. Additional breakout sessions or presentations might be added based on the response and availability of speakers. This agenda can be adjusted according to specific event goals, participant interests, or logistical considerations

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DAY 3

5 of March 2025

  • 08:00 AM to 08:00 PM Travel to AEROSTAR, per request
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    Guided tours and presentations

    Interact with Romanian Industry Experts

    Explore Potential Collaborations

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DAY 4

6 of March 2025

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DAY 5

7 of March 2025

  • 08:00 AM - Brasov / Peles / Bran (optional)

    Explore the historic city center and its medieval architecture

    Visit the stunning Peles Castle: A masterpiece of Neo-Renaissance architecture

    Discover Bran Castle; often associated with the legend of Count Dracula

Why participate

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Expansion Potential

47G, strategically based in Utah, helps Romanian companies enter the US market by providing access to a strong business network, trade, and financing opportunities. Conversely, as a Black Sea Strategies partner, 47G supports US businesses expanding into Romania, now part of Schengen. With its strategic location, growing economy, and major infrastructure and defense investments, Romania serves as a key hub for trade and investment in the EU, Black Sea region, and Central Asia.

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Diversifying Supply Chains

By using Romania as a base for business expansion, US companies can diversify their supply chains, which is vital for building resilience against global supply chain interruptions and maintaining a consistent supply of goods and services.

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Political and Military Stability

The involvement of US companies in Romania and the broader Black Sea region supports political and military stability. This engagement strengthens alliances, enhances security, and creates a stable environment conducive to long-term business activities.

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Partner 1

Apogee Worx

Partner 2

Bennett Group

Partner 3

Cencore

Partner 4

Event Horizon Spaceworx

Partner 5

Guardian Construction

Partner 6

Resolute Empire

Partner 7

Nusano

Partner 8

SKYRUNNER LLC

Partner 9

Small Business Consulting Corporation

Partner 10

SRS Capital Partners

Partner 11

Strider Technologies

Partner 12

Theory Six

Partner 13

Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity

Partner 14

Utah Tech University