GERMAN TRADE MISSION Panama & Costa Rica
Railway Industry and Transportation
Panama, Panama City – 19. October 2026
Costa Rica, San José – 22. October 2026
The event is free of charge but subject to registration.
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German Business Delegation Trip to Panama & Costa Rica
Meet German companies from the railway industry

We are delighted to invite you to join an exclusive initiative of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), supporting a German business delegation to Panama & Costa Rica in october 2026, comprising German companies from the railway industry with a focus on railway construction, railway engineering and rail transport.
The delegation aims to explore new market opportunities, establish strategic partnerships, and present german technologies to key local stakeholders.
This initiative creates an ideal platform to identify concrete opportunities for long-term and mutually beneficial cooperation, and provides Costa Rican and Panamanian companies with a unique opportunity to connect with leading German businesses and explore high-potential partnerships.
The delegation program features a presentation and networking event, where German companies will showcase their expertise, innovative solutions and technological achievements in the sector. We strongly encourage you to make the most of this opportunity by arranging individual one-on-one B2B meetings with the participating German companies.
The project is implemented by SBS Systems for Business Solutions GmbH in cooperation with the German-Panamanian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (CAPA) & German-Costa Rican Chamber of Industry and Commerce (DHK), under the patronage of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE). Participation in the event is free of charge, as the program is funded by the BMWE; however, prior registration is required.
PROGRAM
Monday – 19.10.2026
Morning
Panama City
Presentation & Networking Conference
Afternoon
Panama City
Individual business meetings (B2B)
Register for our event in Panama City to meet German companies in person during individually scheduled appointments
Thursday– 22.10.2026
Afternoon
San José
Presentation & Networking Conference
Afternoon
San José
Individual business meetings (B2B)
Register for our event in San José to meet German companies in person during individually scheduled appointments
German companies
GMT Gummi-Metall-Technik GmbH
Worldwide leading manufacturer of components and systems in the field of anti-vibration technology.
Global leader in braking systems and mobility solutions, enhancing safety, efficiency and sustainability for rail and commercial vehicles.
SIM IMPEX GmbH
Through its transparent knowledge transfer, the company contributes to the empowerment of rail system operators in Latin American cities.
Vossloh Aktiengesellschaft
Provider of innovative rail infrastructure solutions, including fastening systems, turnouts, sleepers and digital services for sustainable mobility.
YOUR TEAM OF EXPERTS
In Germany
SBS systems for business solutions is an experienced consulting company specialized in the internationalization of companies. All offices of SBS are staffed with multilingual and professional employees experienced in dealing with intercultural work environments. Since 1999, SBS has been successfully developing, planning, and implementing individual internationalization strategies for German SMEs and advising them on their global export activities. SBS is also specialized in the Italian market as well as in the German-speaking market and supports small and medium-sized German as well as Italian companies in the distribution of their products and services in these markets. Since 2006, SBS has also been implementing export promotion projects on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) and since 2015 for the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) and has already organized nearly 200 projects worldwide.
In Panama & Costa Rica
The CAPA German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Panama is a key organization that promotes trade and investment between Germany and Panama. It is part of the global network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs). The chamber supports companies with market entry, business matchmaking, networking events, and trade missions. It also provides market information, legal guidance, and consulting services for businesses expanding into either country. With around 150 member companies, CAPA plays an important role in strengthening German-Panamanian economic relations. Panama’s strategic location and logistics sector make it an attractive destination for German businesses.
The DHK German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Costa Rica was established in 1987 to strengthen commercial and economic ties between Germany and Costa Rica. It serves as a bridge for businesses by offering networking opportunities, market research, trade promotion, and business advisory services. The chamber supports both German and Costa Rican companies in developing partnerships and expanding into new markets. It also organizes events, training programs, and institutional cooperation initiatives. DHK Costa Rica is part of the German Chambers of Commerce Abroad network and focuses on promoting sustainable economic growth and bilateral business cooperation.
Contact
Marco Jänicke
Managing Director
Cámara de Comercio e Industria Panameña Alemana
Telefon: +507 269 9358
E-Mail: info@panama.ahk.de
Ignacio García A.
Managing Director
Asociación Cámara de Comercio e Industria Costarricense Alemana
Telefon: +506 2290-7621
E-Mail: direccion@dhk.cr
PANAMA
If you would like to take part the presentation & networking event on October 19th or meet with one ore more German companies, please click here!
COSTA RICA
If you would like to take part the presentation & networking event on October 22th or meet with one ore more German companies, please click here!












