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Market Entry Program (MEP)
Internationalization with the Market Entry Program (MEP)
The Market Entry Program (MEP) of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) supports especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their internationalization efforts and entry into foreign markets. Through various modules – from informational events and business delegation trips to collaborative projects – you gain valuable market insights, connect with key decision-makers, and systematically expand your networks.
Benefits
Your benefits at a glance
Participation in the Market Entry Program offers German companies a wide range of advantages – in tailored formats such as informational events, market survey trips, business delegation trips, exhibitions, webinars, sourcing tours, buyer and multipliers’ information trips, as well as joint projects.
New business contacts and partnerships
Meet potential customers and partners in individually organized B2B meetings and strategically build local networks.
Efficient and funded market entry
Take advantage of government-supported offers to enter new markets with minimal effort – cost-effective and targeted.
Increase exports – grow sustainably
Increase your visibility abroad, accelerate market entry, and boost your export success in the long term.
RETech – Your Sector Partner in the MEP
As an expert partner within the Market Entry Program, RETech takes on the following tasks:
- Identifying relevant target markets for waste management and circular economy within the MEP
- Submitting proposals in close coordination with members, partner associations, and German Chambers of Commerce Abroad
- Supporting the organization and execution of the program modules
- Providing expert support and accompaniment during business delegation trips or when hosting international delegations in Germany
A detailed overview of the different program modules and current calls for applications can be found in the GTAI-Exportguide – Markterschließungsprogramm.
Upcoming Events:
Joint Project South Africa | 7 September 2026 – 11 September 2026
Business Delegation to Malaysia | 28 September 2026 – 2 October 2026
Market Exploration Mission Mongolia | 5 – 9 October 2026 | Cancelled
Business Delegation to Tanzania & Zanzibar | 30 November 2026 – 4 December 2026 | Registration deadline: 7 August 2026
Business Delegation to Canada | 9 – 13 November 2026 | Registration deadline: 10 August 2026
Interested in the Market Entry Program?
We are happy to provide you with an initial overview of the program and connect you with the right contacts.
Beatrice Decker
Head of International Affairs & Project Engineering