What is Export61?
Export61 is an innovative Internet based Australian marketing initiative aiming for global promotion of Australian products and professional services associated with International Trade.
Created as a central portal, Export61 is not only an extremely detailed information base of products and services but is also a consolidation of all matters relating to exports, including freight & insurance; customs & quarantine; finance & investment and much more.
The site is an effective and convenient tool, allowing potential overseas buyers to locate specific products, estimate costs and conclude deals with Australian suppliers.

Who can subscribe to Export61?
Only Australian registered companies are entitled for subscription to Export61.

Why should I subscribe to Export61 if I have my own web site?
Export61 is not a substitute or replacement for your web site.
To access your web site people must know your web address or it may be incidentally chosen from a list of 200, 300, 400… other companies.
With Export61 your company, products and services will be presented at major international trade fairs and widely promoted in mass media in strategic markets. Export61 will be registered at more then 100 search engines, including Yahoo, AltaVista, Google, and Search. Export61 has agreements to exchange links and banners with leading international on-line marketplaces and business directories. Export61 will constantly invite importers and companies that might be interested in Australian products and services to visit Export61.
We estimate that through Export61 you will have thousands of visitors from all over the world every month. It does not mean that you will have hundreds of unreasonable inquiries - information displayed at Export61 is absolutely sufficient for potential buyer to make an informed decision and contact you being ready to strike a deal.

What are the benefits of subscribing to Export61?
· Cost Effectiveness
For less then $30 per week* information about your company, products and services including prices, images, descriptions, packing information and terms of delivery is available around the world 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Without any additional expenses your company, products and services will be proactively promoted worldwide and advertised to the export markets nominated by you.
· Time Saving
Export transactions are conducted much faster because buyers approach you with full knowledge of your products and are ready to strike a deal.
· Improvement of Business
Using the quarterly Export61 Statistical Report you can analyse market trends and demographics that allow a more detailed insight into your markets.
· Problem Solving
If by some reason you need to sell your products fast you may place an announcement in Export61 "Hot Deals" section and solve the problem.
· Autonomy and Flexibility
Using subscriber ID and secured Password, you may add, delete and edit information independently, as often as necessary, so frequently changing prices are not a problem.
· Networking
You, in alliance with other subscribers and the Export61 team, will work on ways to improve your business using Export61. Thematic on-line workshops will be conducted to discuss strategic plans and business development activities. Export61 will take into account all of your special requirements, preferences and suggestions and will tailor solutions specifically designed for your needs
· Innovation
Nowadays, with technology advancing at great speeds, a passive presence on the World Wide Web is no longer enough to remain a key player on the global market. With Export61 you will be leading the market in innovative on-line technologies to ensure increases in market share and ultimately, increases in sales.

How will Export61 be promoted overseas?
· Nominated Export Markets
Proceeding from the results of Subscriber's selection of the nominated markets, Export61 will be advertised in major business publications and will participate in the first-choice trade exhibitions in the nominated markets.
· Internet
Information provided at Export61 will be accessible through more then 100 search engines, including Yahoo, AltaVista, Google and Search. Special search engine preparation has been implemented to make Export61 easily found by a great number of keywords.
Links to Export61 will be available in many leading international trade oriented on-line marketplaces and business directories all over the world.
· E-mail
Direct electronic mailing will be used to invite International Traders to do business through Export61.

What will I get after subscribing?
· Interactive Company Profile;
· On-line Products Catalogue;
· Promotion of you company, products and services overseas;
· Access to your statistical data;
· Participation in Export61 thematic workshops;
· Access to Subscribers Forum;
· Access to Export61 Trade Inquiries.

How do I subscribe to Export61?
After reading Export61 Terms and Conditions complete the registration form. You will have an opportunity to select the most suitable subscription package and tell us the best way we can contact you.
When the registration details are verified an Export61 ID and password will be issued. Once you received your login details you are subscribed and entitled to start taking advantages of the benefits offered by Exportr61.

What is My Export61?
My Export61 is your customised area within Export61. To access Export61 use your ID and password.
At My Export61 you can add, edit and delete information, upgrade your subscription, post "Hot deals" announcement, view trade inquiries and your statistical data, read latest news, choose a thematic workshop to participate in, communicate with other subscribers and much more.

What Information do I need to provide for registration?
To fill in the registration form you need to provide:
- Company name;
- Australian Business Number (ABN);
- Company address;
- Your name and job title;
- Your phone and fax numbers and e-mail address.

How do I add information for the first time?
To add information for the first time press “Subscribers area” and Log on using your ID and password – the Company Information Form will open. Add the data in the form and press ‘Submit’ button.
To supply Company Logo/Banner press the “Add Logo”/”Add Banner” button, then press the “Browse” button in appeared pop up window, allocate Company Logo/Banner file in your computer and press “Add Image” button.

What information do I need to provide to create my company profile?
To create your company profile at Export61 you need to confirm or change the information provided in the Registration Form and provide company description.

How do I add Products?
In My Export61 click on the “Add/Edit Product Info” link in the menu and the Product Information Form will open. Add the data in the form and press the ‘Submit’ button. To add the next product press the “Add More Products” button.
To supply a product image press the “Add Image” button, then press the “Browse” button in displayed pop up window, allocate the image file in your computer and press the “Add Image” button.

What information do I need to provide to generate my on-line catalogue?
To generate your Export61 on-line catalogue you need to provide:
- Product name;
- AHECC Number;
- Price per Unit;
- Currency;
- Unit (e.g. kg, ton, L, crtn, bag, dozen);
- Gross Weight;
- Minimal Order;
- FCL Quantity (if applicable);
- Terms of Delivery;
- Packing (e.g. 6x1L PET bottles per carton; 20 kg plastic bag; 9 dozen per carton; bulk);
- Availability;
- Shelf Life;
- Product Description.

The majority of the fields are optional.

How do I add my Company to the listing?
In My Export61 click on the “Add/Edit Service Info” link in the menu, from the top window select the Service Category you wish to be listed in and press the button with the arrow facing downwards. Repeat the above to be listed in more categories. When finished press the “Submit” button.

Can I edit or delete my information at Export61?
You can change the information displayed at Export61 at any time. After registration Export61 ID and password will be issued for your company. Use your ID and password to log in My Export61 - your customised subscriber's area. In My Export61 you can add, edit or delete any information about your company, products and services.

How do I edit my Company Profile?
In My Export61 click on the “Company Information” link in the menu, make changes and press the “Submit” button.

How do I edit Product Information?
In My Export61 click on the “Add/Edit Product Info” link in the menu, make changes and press the “Submit” button.

How do I remove my Company from the listing?
In My Export61 click on the “Add/Edit Service Info” link in the menu, from the bottom window select the Service Category you wish to withdraw you company from and press the button with the arrow facing upwards. Repeat the above to be withdrawn from more categories. When finished press the “Submit” button.

What should I do if I forgot my login details?
If you ever forget or misplace your login details you can either complete a simple "forgot your password" form or contact Export61 for assistance.

How many products can I display at Export61?
There is no limit. A number of products that are displayed at your on-line catalogue at Export61 depends on the subscription package you have chosen. You can always upgrade your subscription package on-line if necessary. If you want to display a greater number of products then Export61 offers in standard packages a special deal will be negotiated.

How much does it cost?
Export61 has various Subscription Packages from $550AU pa to $5,500AU pa pa to satisfy every need. If you are a service provider you won't pay more then $990AU pa. If you are an exporter - it is your choice to decide how many products you want to display in your on-line catalogue. Depending on that the subscription will cost you from $1,650AU pa to $5,500AU pa.
Chargeable period commences after 3 months trial. No financial liability arises during the trial period. You can terminate your subscription at any time without any obligation.

Will I pay additional commissions for deals made through Export61?
There are no commissions or any other hidden charges. The only fee you are paying for the whole year is your subscription fee. Subscription fee is not applicable during a FREE trial period until 1.07.2003 - join Export61 today with no risk and make your final decision about the subscription upon the results.

Can I terminate my subscription to Export61?
You may terminate the subscription at any time but you must notify Export61 by facsimile or e-mail of your decision to terminate the subscription.
However, the subscription fee paid by you is not refundable if the subscription has been terminated by you or by Export61 as a cause of your breach of Export61 Terms and Conditions.

What should I do if experience difficulties using Export61?
Read Help Index to find out how to use Export61.

Please contact Export61 immediately if you have experienced technical problems using Export61.