The William R. Bennett Alabama International Trade Center, located at the University of Alabama, provides export research, training, and financing services to Alabama's small business community. The Trade Center has been providing these valuable services to the public for 30 years. Its dedicated staff includes professionals that specialize in international sales & marketing, logistics, business strategy, and finance.

Use the menu on the left side of the page to discover how your small business can enter the lucrative world of importing and exporting.

Check the Trade Calendar to learn about important trade events happening in your part of the state!


Free Registration for Alabama Companies
AITC provides free export market research, trade consulting, and financing services to existing and potential small business exporters. Print and fax this registration form, or call Mike Brooks at 800-747-2482 for a quick overview of AITC and SBA services.  Online registration coming soon.


Export Statistics: Alabama exports on the rise again. 
Economic Impact Report - Alabama's 2008 Export Stats. 

Despite weak economy,  Alabama's exports continue to rise.
Alabama exported over $15.8 Billion in 2008, an increase of almost 10% over 2007.
Download full report. (PDF)

Governor Riley announced the 2009 Trade Excellence Award winners.

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"The Alabama International Trade Center is a member of the Alabama Small Business Development Consortium.  Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration."

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