EU- Australia Free Trade Agreement and Horizon Research Fund Free Webinar Series
Overview
Join us for two timely Exportia LAB sessions with Antonia Loncar, EU Affairs specialist, as we explore recent developments shaping collaboration between Europe, Australia, and Korea.
With renewed momentum around the EU–Australia Free Trade Agreement, many companies are looking to understand what these changes mean in practical terms — from market access and competitiveness to funding and collaboration opportunities.
These sessions are designed to provide clear, practical insights for exporters, companies, and institutions engaging with Europe.
Session 1 : EU–Australia Free Trade Agreement: What It Means for Exporters
13 May 2026 at 3:00 PM AEST | 2:30 PM ACST (Adelaide) | 2:00 PM KST | 1:00 PM AWST (Perth) | 1:00 AM ET | 10:00 PM PT (12 May) | 1:00 AM Canada ET
The EU–Australia Free Trade Agreement is progressing, bringing new opportunities for companies looking to expand into Europe. In this session, we will go beyond the headlines and explore what these developments mean in practical terms. Together with Antonia Loncar, we will discuss how evolving trade conditions may influence market access, competitiveness, and long-term positioning in Europe, with a particular focus on Australian exporters. This session will help you understand what to expect and how to start preparing your European strategy accordingly.
What we will cover:
- Key developments in the EU–Australia FTA
- What it means for market access and trade conditions
- Implications for Australian exporters
- How companies can begin preparing now
Session 2 : Horizon Research Fund: Introduction & How It Works
27 May 2026 at 3:00 PM AEST | 2:30 PM ACST (Adelaide) | 2:00 PM KST | 1:00 PM AWST (Perth) | 1:00 AM ET | 10:00 PM PT (26 May) | 1:00 AM Canada ET
Enhanced access to the Horizon Research Fund is one of the key opportunities linked to evolving EU–Australia collaboration, and a well-established mechanism within the Korea–Europe partnership. In this session, we will introduce how the Horizon Research Fund works and what it means for companies and institutions interested in working with European partners. We will explore how organizations, particularly from Australia and Korea, can position themselves for funding opportunities and collaborative projects, while also sharing insights into how these frameworks operate in practice.
What we will cover:
- Overview of the Horizon Research Fund
- Enhanced access for Australian institutions
- Insights from the Korea–Europe collaboration model
- How to position for funding and partnerships
Who Should Attend
- CEOs and business leaders
- Exporters exploring Europe
- Australian and Korean companies
- Research institutions and innovation teams
- Organizations seeking European partnerships
Why Attend
- Understand the practical impact of recent trade developments
- Gain clarity on opportunities in Europe
- Learn how to position your business or institution
- Ask questions directly during the live sessions
Access
Both sessions are free of charge and open to the Exportia community.
This session is designed for CEOs, founders, and business leaders who want to stay ahead of key developments and align their European strategy with the evolving trade environment.
EU- Australia Free Trade Agreement and Horizon Research Fund Free Webinar Series
Special Guest:
Antonia Loncar
EU Strategist
Antonia Loncar is a communication specialist with extensive experience in strategic and EU communications. With nearly 14 years of experience, she has worked across a range of sectors including boutique consultancies, NGOs, the United Nations, and start-ups, building strong expertise in international and multi-stakeholder environments.
Since 2013, Antonia has been actively involved in EU communications, focusing on external communication, brand building, and reputation management. She has led and contributed to multi-channel, multilingual digital campaigns, helping organizations communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
Her approach to communication is grounded in creating a clear, 360° perspective, combining strong digital narratives with engaged storytelling to deliver impactful and strategic messaging.
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Christelle Damiens is the Managing Director of Exportia, which provides an outsourced European Sales & Marketing team to Australian B2B manufacturing and technology companies. She is also an award winning author and a business speaker. Her second book “The four steps to generate your first million euros in sales’ won the Australian Business Book Award 2020 in the Communications and Sales category and was a finalist in the Entrepreneurship & Small Business Category, as well as an Amazon best seller. exportia.com.au To learn more, visit : christelledamiens.com
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