Saturday, May 24, 2008

Services for UK Companies











Exporting is never simple, but it helps to be connected

Whether you are venturing into selling overseas for the first time, or are an experienced exporter trying to break into new markets, our advice, information and support will provide you with a significant advantage when doing business internationally.

Wherever in the world you want to sell your goods and services, UK Trade & Investment website can be your personal international trade specialists; helping you gain the necessary skills, identify the best opportunities, make the right introductions and then helping you turn them into real business.

UK Trade & Investment offers three main areas of help for British companies:


Advice and Support

Visit the Trade Development pages to see how we provide both new and inexperienced exporters with the training, planning and ongoing support they need for sustained success overseas.


Information and Opportunities

One of the most important elements for successful overseas trading is knowing which markets to target.

Visit the Research and Business Opportunities sections to find out about the range of tools we offer, helping you make the most informed and profitable overseas business decisions for your company.


Making it happen

To be a successful exporter you need to travel overseas and build lasting commercial relationships with your clients and partners.

Go to the Events and Visits and Publicity sections to see how we provide practical assistance before you go, and ongoing help and introductions whilst you're there. In addition, see our Aid Funded Business pages for advice and information regarding Multilateral Aid.

Our services can make a real difference to your business at a very reasonable cost. To use some of our services your firm may need to meet certain eligibility criteria. Your local International Trade Adviser will be able to explain in more detail what these criteria are and advise you on any costs.

UK Trade & Investment's impartial, practical advice, support and experience will give you an unbeatable advantage in overseas markets.

For further information and access to the above services, please read the following pages or visit the UK Trade & Investment website website.