Company Directories
Armenia: SPYUR Business Directory
SPYUR is a business directory for Armenia. The site is organized by a variety of product categories and classifications. Available in English, Armenian, and Russian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 12, 2011
Australia: Australian Securities & Investments Commission Updated
Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) is a national index of all Australian businesses. Searches can be performed by searching for the organization's name, by it's Australian Business Number (ABN), or by it's state and state number. The site offers help on performing searches for users who are not familiar with using the site.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Australia: Australian Suppliers Directory Updated
The Australian Suppliers Database section of the site is a searchable directory of thousands of Australian companies, products and services published by the Australian government. Resources are available for both the Australian exporters and overseas buyers.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Brazil: Brazil Company Handbook
The Brazil Company Handbook provides an easy-to-use directory in which Brazilian companies can be filtered by industry or name. Each company listed includes detailed financial information, main shareholders, and contact information. There is a breakdown of the economy and stock market as well.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 21, 2011
Brazil: Brazilian Exporters Directory
The Brazilian Exporters Directory was created by the Foreign Trade Operations Department and the Secretariat of Foreign Trade. The directory provides information on more than 10,000 companies with company names, products of each company and the total value of exports. Available in English, Spanish, and Portguese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 31, 2011
Brazil: Company and Product Information
Developed by NEI Brazil magazine, this site offers a directory of more than 42,000 suppliers in over 10,000 different products and services. User is able to search by product/service, company name, or choose from a list of industry-specific categories. Free registration required to access the more detailed information. Available in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 31, 2011
Business Seek
Business Seek is a "business directory for business" providing links to a number of companies in industries such as automotive, business and finance, computers and software, construction, government and law, telecommunications, and industry and engineering. A listing of the latest links is available on the website as well as numerous articles on some of the above categories.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 21, 2011
Canada: Canadian Company Capabilities Updated
Provided by Industry Canada, Canadian Company Capabilities is a searchable database of 60,000 Canadian businesses. Industry-specific directories are available on the site for those interested in connecting to buyers, distributors, or partners within an industry. Site is available in English and French with a free registration.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2012
Canada: Canadian Trade Index (CTI)
The Canadian Trade Index (CTI) was created to promote the interest of Canadian industry, commerce and foreign trade. The user is able to search by product, company, or trademark name in various locations around Canada and the U.S.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
ChemIndustry.com
ChemIndustry.com is a directory featuring companies in sectors including industrial and lab equipment, software, chemicals and biochemicals, pesticides, and others.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 29, 2010
Chile: Mercantil.com Updated
Mercantil.com provides an indexed business directory for over 100,000 companies. Within each industry, the user is able to browse companies, websites and opportunities. Available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 13, 2012
China & Taiwan: Manufacturers Directory
Manufacturers Directory is catered to large importers, product agents or chain stores sourcing departments but can be useful to others trying to locate company information in Taiwan and China. Site also offers buying and selling leads.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
Denmark: The Business Finder
The Business Finder is the official export directory for Denmark that enables you to find Danish products and suppliers. By providing contacts to Danish exporters, this site is an effective tool for international marketing. The site offers business information on Denmark's goods and services, which makes it easy to find the right exporters. The site is available only in Danish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 31, 2011
Dun & Bradstreet (D&B)
Dun & Bradstreet provides resources about worldwide companies, such as credit reports, comprehensive reports, and business information reports. Users can search by company name, phone number, address and executive name. Registration is required to use this site.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
Egypt: Egyptian Trading Directory
The Egyptian Trading Directory provides access to information on factories, import and export companies, agents, banks, hotels, insurance companies, and maritime companies in Egypt. Each entry contains contact names, telephone and fax numbers and links to the company's website.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
El Salvador: El Salvador Trade
The El Salvador Trade website provides a directory of companies in El Salvador exporting goods to other countries. Exporters are grouped by category with their respective products. Export-Import statistics are also available. Site is available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
Estonia: Estonian Export Directory
Estonia's export search engine not only offers a company directory, but also relevant historical, legal, and economic information on Estonia. Available in English, German, and French.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
Ethiopia: EthioMarket
EthioMarket provides business information on Ethiopian market trends, custom procedures and online bidding published in the local and international newspapers. Focused on trade, EthioMarket provides a comprehensive business directory of exporting and importing companies in the country.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 20, 2011
EUROPE: Bureau van Dijk
Bureau van Dijk is a database of financial information on European companies. Searching the directory can be done using a free demo account, but to access reports a fee-based subscription is required. Other resources available for a fee include risk models, country and city data, and market indicators and forecasts.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 10, 2011
EUROPE: Central and Eastern European Business Directory (CEEBD)
The Central and Eastern European Business Directory provides company information for industries including agriculture, construction, textiles, tourism and leisure. CEEBD is maintained by Middlesex University Business School.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 14, 2011
EUROPE: Europages B2B Search Engine
EuroPages provides a company directory searchable by product or service, company name, or business activity or heading. This B2B directory includes thousands of European and international suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers. Available in over 26 languages.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 14, 2011
EUROPE: Tradenet
Operated by the Czech Republic Association for Enterprise Development, Tradenet aims to help promote trade and business activities internationally. The site provides information for companies, entrepreneurs, traders, and other commercial subjects. User is able to search directory by product or company.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 12, 2011
Export Bureau
ExportBureau.com is a non-profit global oriented manufacturing and export information association. Its company directory only features companies with dedicated websites that are authenticated before listing. Translations available in multiple languages.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Export Promotion Center - Turkish Exporters
The Turkish Export Promotion Center of the Undersecretariat of the Prime Ministry of Foreign Trade provides a business directory for manufacturing and/or exporting companies. Site is in Turkish and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 8, 2011
Finland: Yritystele Company Directory Updated
Yritystele is a company directory search portal for businesses located in Finland. With this site, you can search for company names, contact information, and goods and services found in Finland. The purchase of company reports are also available which include credit rating information and other financial information to determine a company's creditworthiness. This site is only available in Finnish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Franchise Direct
Franchise Direct offers those interested in entering a franchise the tools and resources necessary to achieve a high level of success. To aid the user in finding a business opportunity, businesses are listed by industry and by location or franchise name. Franchise listings are available for the United States, the UK and Ireland, Spain, Germany, and France. The listings are in the language of that country.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 15, 2010
Free Trade Front
Free Trade Front provides trade lead information on manufacturers, importers, and exporters all over the world. It is intended especially as a resource for small and medium sized traders. Searches are made by region and by specific industry. Other information includes links to international fraud news, shipping information, and other resources pertinent to international trade.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 22, 2011
Germany: Business Deutschland
This site contains a search engine for industries and locations. Available in English and German.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Germany: Key Technologies in Bavaria
Key Technologies in Bavaria is a free online database that provides information on Bavarian enterprises, research institutions, economic organizations and government institutions. It allows you to search for products and services offered by companies in Bavarian key technologies across a broad range of industries.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 8, 2010
Hugin Online - Corporate Financial Information
The Hugin Group, a part of Thomson Reuters, provides financial press releases, reports, financial calendars and company profiles of various European companies. Companies are organized by industry and a search function is available for company directories as well as for annual reports.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 30, 2011
Industrial Quick Search
This industrial directory contains industrial suppliers, manufacturers, purchasing, services and components, serving the United States and world. Users can either use a search function or find information based on category.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2011
International Directory of Market Research Agencies
The International Directory of Market Research Agencies provides details and descriptions of market research agencies in countries all over the world. Agencies can be searched by region, country, specialty, and market sector. IMRI also has market research reports available for purchase, in addition to the free services offered.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
International Telecommunication Union
The International Telecommunication Union lists ITU member countries and sector members. This includes the world’s major telecommunication operators, equipment manufacturers, funding bodies, and research and development organizations. Basic information, such as languages, ITU Council membership, ITU region, and UN classification of countries, as well as detailed information, such as mailing addresses, names, titles, and telephone numbers are available. Multiple publications and yearly reports are also available for purchase, in addition to the free services offered.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 30, 2011
Iran: Iran Business Yellow Pages
Produced in cooperation with the Trade Promotion Organization of Iran, Iran Business Yellow Pages is a directory of Iranian businesses. The user is able to search by an index of companies, an index of products, or member companies to find contact information. Some material is only available with a paid subscription. Available in English and Farsi.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Italy: Made in Italy Updated
Made in Italy is a business directory provided by the Italian Ministry of Economic Development. The site allows you to search for companies in Italy and provides information about the the company itself and its products or services. The search function allows users to filter by economic sector which makes search results more specific.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 13, 2012
Italy: MIMOLworld Updated
MIMOLworld is a free business to business digital market place providing information on firms, distributors and importers around the world. The user can search according to industry on the main page. Available in English and Italian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 13, 2012
Japan: English Web Sites of Japanese Companies
A search engine with links to English websites for Japanese companies. Links to non-English sites are also available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Japan: Japanese External Trade Organization (JETRO) Updated
The Japanese External Trade Organization website provides information about how to trade and invest in Japan, displays an up-to-date trade show database, and maintains a complete company directory. The resource also features sections on Japanese culture and detailed reports and statistics. Site available in English and Japanese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 18, 2012
Kompass: The Business to Business Search Engine
Every company worldwide which participates in business to business commerce may be listed in the Kompass Database. The Database contains nearly two million companies and basic listings are free. Additional services are accessible with a paid subscription, or with pay per use credits.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Lithuania: Export/Import
The Export/Import directory provides resources on categories like agriculture, electronic, chemical industry, machinery, building, tourism, transportation and many more. Resources can be found for various locations within Lithuania. The site provides a country profile about Lithuania including facts and figures and trade information. Also available in German, Russian and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 12, 2010
Mali: Malipages.com
Malipages.com is a search engine for thousands of companies selected in all branches of industry of the country. User can perform a directory search by company or product. Site is available in English, French and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 16, 2010
MBendi - Companies of Africa
MBendi is an Internet business publishing, research and consulting company based in Cape Town, South Africa. Their “Information for Africa" database contains company profiles of various firms located in Africa. It also offers profiles of specific industries in Africa.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 28, 2011
Mexico: MEXonline
This resource contains links to the homepages of many businesses in Mexico. The websites are organized into industries, locations, and types of sites.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Monaco: Monaco Business Directory
The Monaco Business Directory is the premiere site for finding businesses in Monaco. It also includes many other resources such as information on the tax system, investing in Monaco, events, and local formalities. Available in English, French, and Italian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 13, 2011
Namibia: Trade Directory
This resource allows the user to search for companies or contacts in namibia by industry. Additionally the full Namibian Trade Directory may be viewed and searched as an ezine. The Full Entries section contains detailed information about many of the companies, including mission statements, contact information and a link to the company's website.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 13, 2011
Nepal: Nepal Home Page Business and Economy Directory
A search engine of Nepal's businesses and economy links. Trade information is also available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Netherlands: Holland Exports
A search engine of Holland exports and companies. Site is available in English and Dutch.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Norway: The Business Finder
The Business Finder is the official export directory for Norway that enables you to find Norwegian products and suppliers. By providing contacts to exporters, this site is an effective tool for international marketing. The site offers business information on Norway's goods and services, which makes it easy to find the right exporters. The site is available only in Norwegian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 31, 2011
NYAMA GreenBook - International Marketing Directory
New York American Marketing Association’s “Green Book" has two online directories: the “Worldwide Directory of Market Research Companies and Services" and the “Worldwide Directory of Focus Group Companies and Services." The site offers the tools to help you find the marketing research company you need, the research services provided, focus groups, software tools, and other services the companies offer are provided.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Paginas Doradas: Industries
The Industry section of Paginas Doradas serves as a company directory. Search by category, company name, product, or brand. The site is only available in Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2011
Peru: PEP Principales Empresas del Peru
Directory of Peru's main companies and business opportunities. Business contacts are mostly in Spanish and are not translated.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Petroleumworld
Petroleumworld provides news and information on the Latin American energy, oil, and gas industry in the form of a weekly review. Aside from the main news feed feature, there are links to job listings and events as well as many other resources. Some linked pages may only be available in Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 27, 2011
Portugal: GuiaNet Updated
A search engine for Portugal businesses. A business messaging system is also available. Site available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 10, 2012
Portugal: Portugal OFFER Updated
A trade portal offered by Portugal OFFER Business Club. The site gives an overview of the Portuguese economic and social panorama. Also provided are detailed commentary on industrial sectors in Portugal, profiles of numerous Portuguese companies, and news briefs from Datafile Portugal.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 10, 2012
Russia: Rusmarket Business Directory
Search engine for Russian companies with a business directory also available. Site available in English and Russian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Slovenia: SloExport
A search engine for Slovenian exports with other links to businesses.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Solusource
This register provides information on global suppliers in a variety of product categories to be utilized by procurement professionals. A free registration gives users access to the "World Industrial Reporter" newsletter for updated information on suppliers. Information is provided in English, but the option for users to translate pages to nine other languages is offered through Google Translate.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 12, 2011
Superior Business Network, Inc
The International Business Network is a large online directory geared toward businesses in the United States. Worldwide Business directories are available based on country.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Sweden: The Business Finder
The Business Finder is the official export directory for Sweden that enables you to find Swedish products and suppliers. By providing contacts to exporters, this site is an effective tool for international marketing. The site offers business information on Sweden's goods and services, which makes it easy to find the right exporters. The site is available only in Swedish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 31, 2011
Switzerland: Infonautics Directory of Switzerland
The Trade Index of the Infonautics Directory of Switzerland links to the main categories of trade companies in the Swiss Markets. The site also links to businesses, products, and tourism information. Site available in English, German, French, and Italian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 24, 2010
Switzerland: SWISSFIRMS
SWISSFIRMS supplies links to a company directory, newsletter, and business information. Certain features of the site are reserved for members, but a majority of the information is freely accessible. Site is available in French, Italian, German, and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 24, 2010
Taiwan: Business Express
Business Express is a company directory for Taiwian, with categories including metal products, food items, and sporting goods. The site is also available in traditional and simplified Chinese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Taiwan: Directory of Manufactures of Products
This site offers a search engine for businesses and commerce of Taiwan. Users can search for a particular product, or browse through general categories. Site available in both simplified and traditional Chinese, as well as English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Taiwan: Trade Winners
Trade Winners provides suppliers and products for the electronic sector. Besides the information listed in the suppliers and products categories, there is a special section where the new members and products are listed. In addition, the site contains trade exhibitions, along with links to various magazines and associations. A membership is required to view certain information. Lastly, access is provided to the Asia Manufacturer Web Directory.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2010
Thailand: Thailand's Exporters Directory
The Thailand Department of Export Promotion provides an directory for exporters and manufacturers of Thailand. User is able to search by product or company name within 23 different categories.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
ThomasNet
Created and maintained by the highly respected Thomas Group, ThomasNet allows consumers and producers to search for manufacturers, distributors, and service companies for thousands of products.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2010
Turkey: Aegean Exporters’ Association
Focusing on Turkey, the Aegean Exporters’ Association provides a company directory, a fairs and exhibition section, banking and stock information, and tips on business travel. In addition, it provides information about Turkey’s economy, its foreign trade, its free zones, and some of its trade rules. Lastly, some business articles are available on the site. Also available in Turkish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 17, 2011
Turkey: Buy From Turkey
This site matches international buyers with industry counterparts in Turkey. Its easy access feature enables visitors to reach the exporter companies through a few clicks and contact with the manufacturer either by e mail or SMS message. The portal has 25 sub sectors which facilitate easy identification of products and services in Turkey.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 10, 2010
United Kingdom: Kellysearch
Kellysearch is a business-to-business supplier search for the United Kingdom. User can search by industry category or location.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 1, 2010
United Kingdom: UK Data Ltd.
UK Data Ltd. is a search engine for companies, directors, and credit reports. There are free samples, but the site is based on a per usage fee. Site available in English and French.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 10, 2010
United States: Hoover's Online
A D&B company, Hoover's offers a search engine of U.S. companies and industries. It also includes detailed information about companies including history, industry outlooks, and publications. Basic information is provided free of charge, but some features are fee based.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
United States: The Export Yellow Pages
The Export Yellow Pages, in partnership with the United States Department of Commerce, is geared toward helping U.S. exporters create worldwide contacts. Search by industry or company, or create a profile for your company.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009
Venezuela: Venezuelan Industry Directory
A search engine of industries and companies. Site available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 8, 2010
WAND Directory Network
WAND is a business to business directory listing companies for 172 countries in 70,000 different product and service categories. A vast majority of the companies are from the U.S., although there are substantial listings for other industrialized countries. The site has other useful features such as a trade show listing search, trade news, and some country specific information. The site is navigable in 11 languages.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 21, 2009