The Canadian Cosmetic Cluster is seeking cosmetic and clean tech businesses that are interested in innovation and doing business in France to join us for a Trade Mission to France.
Event Details Date: October 16 to 22, 2023 Market: France Sector(s): Cosmetic Industry, Clean Technologies, Biotechnology Format: In-market Registration deadline: May 1st, 2023
Agenda
There will be a mission from Canada that will be a part of Cosmetic 360 week. During the trade mission, participants will have the chance to attend seminars and workshops, meet with leading manufacturers and suppliers, and network with key players in the French cosmetic industry. With an array of events, participants will gain valuable insights into the latest products, techniques, and technologies in the industry.
The trade mission participants will visit cosmetic hubs in France and will include:
Networking opportunities within the cosmetic industry professionals from across the supply chain
Cosmetic Global Cluster day events
Market readiness workshop for Canadian businesses
RoadBlocks to Sustainability Symposium
Pre-Arranged B2B meetings
Day of tourism in Bordeaux
Who can participate?
Canadian export-ready businesses in the following sectors:
Clean Technologies
Biotechnology
Raw Materials
Packaging
Clean Beauty
Cosmetics
Why France?
France has been at the forefront of adopting sustainable technologies and practices to address the challenges posed by climate change. The government has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase the share of renewable energy, and promote sustainable transportation. The cosmetics industry in France has embraced sustainability and clean technology in recent years. The country is home to many well-known cosmetic brands, and consumers have become increasingly aware of the impact of their purchases on the environment. The cosmetics industry in France has embraced clean technology to reduce its carbon footprint and increase the use of renewable energy. For instance, some companies are investing in solar and wind energy to power their operations and are using environmentally friendly processes for producing their products.
Cosmetic 360 The Cosmetic Valley is the French Cluster and they are world leaders in the cosmetic industry. Cosmetic Valley supports French companies in their international development, an essential action for the French trade balance and, more broadly, for the country's prosperity. The Cosmetic 360 Show is going return on October 18 & 19, 2023 at the Carrousel du Louvre, bringing together the key players in innovation. This will be the 9th edition of this global innovation tradeshow. The focus this year will be on Clean Tech. Cosmetic 360 will be part of the Cosmetic Week. The focus will be on techniques and industrial services that use natural resources, energy, water, raw materials with a view to significantly improving efficiency and productivity. This approach is accompanied by a systematic reduction of the induced toxicity and the volume of waste, and ensures a performance identical to existing technologies or superior to them. Please let us know if you are interested in exhibiting as part of the Cosmetic 360 Show.
All applications for the in-market program will be screened for suitability based on the trade mission’s focus and applicants’ capacity to provide the needed services and/or goods in France. We are having an in person session in Toronto this June and an online session in June. We partner with Business France to help companies find right business or research connection in France .
Day 1 - October the 16th: It is recommended that you arrive in Paris during this day. We will meet near the Louvre to have our introductory dinner. This will be great to network with the other people from the Mission and other Global Cluster members.
Day 2 - October the 17th: This will be a day of activities with the other Global Cluster members. It will begin from 8am till 4pm. The tour will be in a cosmetic lab and at a cultural place. Last year we went to Givaudan and Monet's Home.
Day 3 - October the 18th: This is the first day of cosmetic 360. Enjoy the show, network, and listen in on the educational conferences. In the evening you will be welcome at the Gala typically from 7pm-12am. Last year we had a Boat Cruise Gala.
Day 4 - October the 19th: This is the second day of the show. In the afternoon it is recommended you take the train to Bordeaux.
Day 5 - October the 20th: This is the day of the Symposium. We will have lectures on various topics on sustainability and we will learn about business development in the Bordeaux Region. We will visit a cosmetic business in Bordeaux in the late afternoon after the event.
Day 6 - October the 21st: During this day we plan to have a day of tourism to visit a local winery and museum.
Day 7- October the 22nd: This is the last day of the trade mission, you will take the train back to Paris to depart back home.
Costs
We are not charging any upfront costs for the trade mission. Beside your hotel, food and airfare, the following are the additional costs for you to consider: