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EUROPE TRIP SEMI-SUMMARY:From Ireland: The Chamber of Commerce of Ireland Ireland's economy is booming, and at the heart of their business community is their Chamber of Commerce. There are 60 member branches throughout Ireland that keep business up to date on business opportunities. Esat.net The Internet is a major part of the Irish business community with over 80% of the companies here having Email and Internet access, according to Esat.Net one of Ireland leading ISP's. Esat.net offers business-only internet access and commands over 30% of the Irish market. ProNetLink.com had the opportunity of meeting with the Esat.net team and discussed the the Business-toBusiness Internet Market in Ireland . US Department of Commerce in Ireland ProNetLink.com is working closely with the US Department of Commerce's Gold Key Program during this European marketing mission. The American Chamber of Commerce in Ireland M. Claire O'Connor, Chief Executive, and Mr. Zagoren discussed the relationships between Irish and U.S. companies, and the opportunities these relationships can bring. From England: Meeting Royal Mail ProNetLink Chairman Glenn Zagoren's UK visit included a meeting with the Royal Mail, the UK's general post office. Mr. Jim Pang, Director and General Manager Electronic. "During our meeting," said Mr. Zagoren, "we discussed the future of electronic mail. Mr. Pang had some very exciting ideas about programs that ProNetLink and Royal Mail could develop together," Mr. Zagoren added. Meeting at the US Embassy Mr. Charles Ford, Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs is seen here with Mr. Zagoren "I want to thank the US Commercial Services for the assistance of its staff during my meetings in London," Mr. Zagoren acknowledged. "Due to the Ministry's support, ProNetLink is now officially part of the UK trade community," the PNL Chairman announced. Meeting at UK Department of Trade and Industry Mr. Zagoren's mission included a meeting with officials at the UK Department of Trade and Industry. This particular department of the DTI is responsible for working with companies that are setting up operations in the UK. Mr. O'Sullivan is a technology industry expert and his advice is highly respected throughout the Internet Community , Mr. Zagoren noted. The British-American Chamber of Commerce In additon to visiting private sector members of the international trade community and government agencies, Mr. Zagoren visited with Chamber of Commerce officials as well. The Amercian Chamber of Commerce (UK) The British American Chamber of Commerce and the American Chamber of Commerce are both important business development operations in London, Mr. Zagoren said. They work closely with companies that are both US- and UK- based, and produce special business events and programs that help these businesses prosper, the PNL Chairman added. From Netherlands: Trade Agency Meeting ProNetLink Chairman Glenn Zagoren, met with Mr.Ton Durieux, Western Hemisphere Unit Information Manager for Ministry of Economic Affairs for the Netherlands Foreign Trade Agency (EVD) in Amsterdam. Chamber of Commerce Meeting Mr. Kees J.L. Brouwer, Director of International Trade and Investment Promotion for the Kamer van Koophandel Amsterdam (Chamber of Commerce) have met with Mr. Zagoren, The two met to discuss potential activities between the Chamber and ProNetLink. American Chamber of Commerce During a visit to the American Chamber of Commerce in The Hague, Mr. Zagoren met with Mr. Kees Burgersdijk, its Executive Director, and Mr. Paul Simon D.A. Paul Trade Development Manager. ...more to come. a contribution from my baby at her mid-night snack. Johnny