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DIT Upcoming WebinarsDIT's free webinars are delivered by experts from both private and public sector organisations. The webinar topics range in export experience from never exported to experienced exporter. Click through to see what is on offer. global remaining Find out more |
Northern Powerhouse Export Awards 2019The annual PD Ports Northern Powerhouse Export Awards in association with The Department for International Trade, Chamber International and HSBC, is set to return for a third year to recognise the North’s top exporters and celebrate achievements in international trade. Click through to learn more and connect make your nomination.
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BETT Global 2019BETT London, is an annual, global trade show that attracts overseas buyers, agents, schools ministers . The event is an excellent opportunity for UK companies to showcase UK cutting edge technology to potential buyers, media and influencers. London remaining Find out more |
Healthcare UK at Arab Health 2019Healthcare UK will be presenting Hospital of the Future, showcasing the UK healthcare organisations and their innovations that support the lifecycle of a future-proof hospital, including financing, design, build and operate.
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Education Opportunities in Brazil and Latin AmericaThe Department for International Trade is delighted to invite you to a free briefing being held in London on Education Opportunities in Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and Panama. Click through to learn more and register. London remaining Find out more |
Department for International Trade at Subsea Expo 2019Subsea Expo 2019 is the world’s largest subsea exhibition and conference. The event presents opportunities in subsea oil & gas, offshore renewables and mining, considering how businesses are working smarter through diversification, increased use of automation and new technology.
Aberdeen 10 remaining Find out more |
You Can Export: Researching Export MarketsThis free workshop will give you all the information you need to understand the potential for your company overseas. Leicester 10 remaining Find out more |
Meet the Buyer: Defence, Security and CyberJoin this free Midlands Engine Meet the Buyer event which will provide a dynamic and lucrative business environment carefully tailored to create, encourage and facilitate synergies in a series of 1:1 meetings with validated buyers to help you build key relationships which may result in you securing new business.
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Next Generation Tech & Cyber ExpoWorking in partnership with Worcestershire LEP and Midlands Cyber we are delighted to host an exclusive Tech and Cyber Expo taking place in the heartland of the cyber sector… Follow the link to find out more and request your space. Please note, this opportunity is only open to Midlands based businesses. Worcester 3 remaining Find out more |
Greater China Awards 2019 & Greater China Bites SeminarGreater China Awards are open to any companies or organisations in North West England which have made a significant contribution to developing business or collaborative innovation/partnership with mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and/or Taiwan during the last 12 months. This may include bi-lateral trade or investment, education and community sectors Salford 42 remaining Find out more |
Northern Powerhouse Tech Trade Mission to IndiaIndia is an emerging tech powerhouse and is the world’s second largest smartphone market and on course to become the second largest market for IT by the end of 2018.
Join the Northern Powerhouse Tech Trade Mission organised by the North West team to explore opportunities and scope landscape of how to do business.
Bangalore & Mumbai 2 remaining Find out more |
Northern Powerhouse trade mission to GulfoodJoin the Department for International Trade (DIT) for this Northern Powerhouse Trade Mission to Gulfood, the most important trade event in the global food and hospitality business calendar. With representatives and buyers from across the globe in attendance, this could be your gateway to winning new business in established, evolving and emerging markets.
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Gulfood 2019 Meet the Buyer DayThe UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT) would like to invite all UK companies exhibiting on the UK Pavilions at Gulfood 2019 to attend a ‘Panel Discussion’ focused on routes to market followed by a ‘Meet-the-Buyer’ session that will host buyers from the local market who are interested in procuring food & drink products from the UK. This event will be part of DIT’s support for UK exhibitors at Gulfood which will be held in Dubai from 17-21 February 2019.
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Future Entertainment Festival Middle East 2019The UK Department for International Trade will be promoting the best of British expertise in cinema, digital media, immersive technologies at this event. The DIT Dubai team will be on hand to facilitate introductions with potential buyers, investors and business partners. Click through to learn more.
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DIT @ MWC 2019Are you attending MWC 2019?The GSMA Mobile World Congress is the world's largest exhibition for the mobile industry, incorporating a thought-leadership conference that features prominent executives representing mobile operators, device manufacturers, technology providers, vendors and content owners from across the world. If you are a Uk Business attending MWC, we want to know about it, to populate a Department for International Trade (DIT) company directory to show potential customers, investors and visitors the great work being done by UK businesses. Barcelona remaining Find out more |
YOU CAN EXPORT: Selling Internationally using ShopifyThe Department for International Trade invites you to attend a FREE one-day workshop, ‘Boost your International Sales with Shopify', where you can learn how to make an impact with your own e -commerce site and attract international customers. Darlington 11 remaining Find out more |
YOU CAN: Optimise your Shopify Store (Hertfordshire)The essential workshop when you are looking to drive sales and succeed in expanding your business globally with Shopify.
With over $82 billion of sales conducted through the site since its creation in
2006, and with sellers in over 175 countries, Shopify provides a platform for
businesses to reach new clients both in the UK and abroad. Shopify allows
companies choose from 100’s of themes for their online store, manage
inventory across multiple channels, manage customer records, analyse those
visiting the store and optimise marketing. But with so many tools available,
are you making the most of your account?
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Market Selection Clinic - BirminghamAre you frustrated by ad hoc enquiries from all over the world? Would you like to start selling overseas but have no idea where to start? Book a 1:1 clinic with Frances Long, a specialist in export market research and selection, who will help you to prioritise overseas markets using a software tool and market data to identify which markets around the world you should be targeting. Click through to find out more and book a meeting. Birmingham Sold Out remaining Find out more |
YOU CAN EXPORT: Selling Internationally using ShopifyThe Department for International Trade invites you to attend a FREE one-day workshop, ‘Boost your International Sales with Shopify', where you can learn how to make an impact with your own e -commerce site and attract international customers. County Durham 6 remaining Find out more |
DIT Civil Nuclear Showcase 2019Thanks for your interest in the Department for International Trade’s Civil Nuclear Showcase 2019. We regret to inform you that the Showcase has been postponed.
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Webinar - Doing Business in AustraliaWith a world record history of uninterrupted growth and high disposable income per head, Australia welcomes foreign investment, particularly if it creates employment or introduces new technology, offering great opportunities to British companies across a broad range of industry sectors. Join this one-hour webinar on 28 February to discover the opportunities available for your business and how you can successfully enter this valuable market.
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You Can Export: How to Manage Agents & DistributorsThe use of agents and distributors to enter international markets is common for North West exporting companies. But is it the best method for you? And if it is, how can you build and manage a network of these trade multipliers?
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Insight into ArgentinaJoin us at this event for insight into Argentina with HM Ambassador Mark Kent and also Minister Valeria González Posse, Head of Trade & Investment at the Argentine Embassy in London, as well as President of the British-Argentine Chamber of Commerce. You'll hear and learn about the benefits of exporting to Argentina, as well as participate in roundtable discussions with the Argentinian ambassadors. Click through to register.
Bristol 9 remaining Find out more |
You Can Export: Protecting your intellectual propertyIntellectual Property Rights (IPR) are valuable assets for your business and it is important that you understand how these can be protected. This half-day workshop aims to give North West businesses an overview of what constitutes intellectual property, the legal frameworks that are in place, the threats from international markets and how you can protect your IPR overseas.
St Helens 31 remaining Find out more |
Trade Mission to Andorra: Opportunities for Retail BrandsThe Department for International Trade (DIT), Invest in Andorra (Actua), and the Chamber of Commerce in Andorra are joining forces to offer a trade mission to quality British high street brands to sell in Andorra. Click through to learn more.
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Meet the Buyer: Irish Construction and HardwareJoin this free Midlands Engine Meet the Buyer event to meet a group of buyers from Ireland in the construction and hardware sectors. The event will provide a dynamic and lucrative business environment carefully tailored to create, encourage and facilitate synergies in a series of 1:1 meetings with validated buyers to help you build key relationships which may result in you securing new business.
Coventry 71 remaining Find out more |
Women in Business: Essential Traveller Safety (Essex)As a business woman, there are additional safety issues to take into consideration when travelling overseas to grow your business. Legal and cultural restrictions can sometimes be distracting and being aware of them can impact the success of your trip.
Ongar 3 remaining Find out more |
SxSW 2019Join the UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT) at South by Southwest to celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries from 8-13 March 2019, Austin, USA.Austin remaining Find out more |
Creative Industries Mission to the Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaDIT are hosting an outward mission to Saudi Arabia to strategically position UK Creative firms to take advantage of major packages offered throughout the construction and supply chain phases of current and future projects.
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Great British Design - Hong Kong 2019 - Roadshow, ManchesterJoin us on our roadshow as we embark on the journey to Hong Kong’s Business of Design Week (BODW) 2019. We are looking for exceptional North West designers, design companies and education institutions to be a part of this showcase. Manchester 39 remaining Find out more |
MedTech mission to KIMES (South Korea) and JapanDIT is organising a Trade Mission to South Korea and Japan to gain insight into opportunities in these two markets. It provides the opportunity to expand your business potential and cultivate a network of contacts within the Korean and Japanese MedTech industries. UK companies and institutions delivering in the MedTech sector are eligible to apply to attend, whether you have an existing presence in South Korea and Japan, or are keen to enter the market. The application deadline is end of business on 18 January 2019. Click through to learn more and how to register. Tokyo and Seoul remaining Find out more |
Life Sciences China Market Access RoadshowLife Sciences China Market Access Roadshow 2019
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You Can Export: An Introduction to Export Market ResearchMarketing research is the first and one of the most vital steps for any organisation considering entering a new market. This intensive half-day course in the North West region is an invaluable introduction to the process of planning and conducting marketing research overseas.
Kendal 30 remaining Find out more |
DIT Sports Economy Conference 2019DIT are pleased to confirm the return of the Sports Economy Conference taking place in London in March. This unique event brings together UK companies from across the dynamic sports sector and provides an opportunity to connect, learn and build relationships.
London 124 remaining Find out more |
Market Selection Clinic - Coventry and WarwickshireAre you frustrated by ad hoc enquiries from all over the world? Would you like to start selling overseas but have no idea where to start? Book a 1:1 clinic with Frances Long, a specialist in export market research and selection, who will help you to prioritise overseas markets using a software tool and market data to identify which markets around the world you should be targeting. Click through to find out more and book a meeting. Coventry 3 remaining Find out more |
Bett Asia 2019Bett Asia, is an annual, global trade show that attracts overseas buyers, agents, schools ministers. The event is an excellent opportunity for UK companies to showcase UK cutting edge technology to potential buyers, media and influencers. Kuala Lumpur 379 remaining Find out more |
JEC World 2019JEC World 2019 is where the global composites industry meets. A leading international show for composites and advanced materials, JEC World provides a global platform where the whole ecosystem is gathered: from raw materials to machines, intermediate and final processors, to OEMs and end users.
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MIPIM Cannes 2019MIPIM is the premier real estate event, gathering the most influential players from all sectors of the international property industry for four days of networking, learning and transaction.
Alongside our programme, DIT is seeking to innovatively showcase UK expertise and is seeking partnerships from leading UK companies in a number of areas.
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Learn about the Great British Design Campaign at BODW, Hong Kong 2019Hear about the Great British Design Campaign visiting BODW 2019 in Hong Kong, and how you can join us. Derby 38 remaining Find out more |
YOU CAN: Capture International Opportunities using Google Analytics (Essex)Who is visiting your website and how can you utilise this information? Google Analytics answers these questions, making it one of the most powerful tools available to businesses.
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Northern Powerhouse Delegation to International Food & Drink Event (IFE)Businesses from the Northern Powerhouse region are invited to join us at the International Food & Drink Event IFE, which brings food and drink suppliers and buyers together, attracting 27,000 attendees from 111 countries. Get the opportunity to exhibit at the show and meet with overseas representatives from the Department for International Trade (DIT).
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IFE 2019DIT is hosting the International Trade Hub at the leading biennial Food & Drink event in the UK, IFE 2019. DIT will be showcasing new to export food and drink companies, matchmaking buyers with UK suppliers, and offering advice on trading internationally.
London 70 remaining Find out more |
China Retail Mission 2019This DIT-led Mission runs from 17 – 24 March 2019, and aims to provide invaluable insight into all aspects of the retail landscape in Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu. Registration closes 10 January 2019. Click to learn more and how to register.
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Northern Powerhouse Trade Mission to Atlanta, USAWith Atlanta being the 10th largest economy in the USA and the 22nd largest in the world, this trade mission provides a unique opportunity to explore this state, as well as the wider US market for your business. Click through to learn more. Atlanta 27 remaining Find out more |
Smart Cities Mission Brazil 2019DIT Technology & Smart Cities team invites you to participate in an exclusive agenda of activities at the Smart Cities Mission Brazil 2019. The mission has been carefully prepared to support UK tech companies to explore current and future smart cities projects in Brazil. This will be an opportunity to visit two major sites for tech business development: São Paulo and Curitiba.
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Global eCommerce LiveThis major event is designed for those businesses who are seeking to take their online sales to the next level. Modern global eMarketplaces allow UK eCommerce companies of all shapes and sizes to easily extend their reach around the world, something that would have taken an extraordinary amount of effort and investment only a few years ago. By attending this event, you'll learn about:
Bristol 199 remaining Find out more |
Export Cleantech and Smart City to Scandinavia: Meet Nordic PartnersAre you a Cleantech or Smart City company looking to break into or grow your business in Scandinavia? Join us for this free workshop exploring the opportunities in the Scandinavian markets and 1-2-1 have meetings with prospective buyers and partners.
Cambridge 2 remaining Find out more |
You Can Export: An Introduction to ExportingWherever you are on your journey, from securing your first overseas sale to developing a strategy that will help you to grow and succeed, our international experts are on hand to help North West businesses.
Blackpool 34 remaining Find out more |
Northern Powerhouse Mission to EthiopiaEthiopia is the fourth largest economy in sub-Saharan Africa. It is predicted to be the third largest by 2025. UK exports to Ethiopia have grown by 135% from £80m in 2010 to £149m in 2017.
Addis Ababa 14 remaining Find out more |
Latin America & Caribbean Roadshow 2019An event for UK exporters keen to grow their business with Latin America and the Caribbean (LATAC).
The Department for International Trade (DIT) is hosting a roadshow where senior market experts from the LATAC regions will be showcasing the latest business opportunities in these vibrant markets.
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Market Selection Clinic - BirminghamAre you frustrated by ad hoc enquiries from all over the world? Would you like to start selling overseas but have no idea where to start? Book a 1:1 clinic with Frances Long, a specialist in export market research and selection, who will help you to prioritise overseas markets using a software tool and market data to identify which markets around the world you should be targeting. Click through to find out more and book a meeting. Birmingham 3 remaining Find out more |
Artificial Intelligence Education MissionThe Department for International Trade is organising an AI education mission to the UAE. This will explore partnership and collaborative opportunities in AI curriculum development and TNE programme development in AI. Click through to learn more and access the booking form.
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Improve and Internationalise your SEO Strategy (Suffolk)This intensive half-day workshop is packed full of great strategic and tactical advice on how to ensure that your business makes more money through Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
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DIT International Ministerial VisitsDIT Ministers will be visiting a range of countries - both in and outside the EU - to boost the UK’s trade and investment relationships. If you think Ministerial engagement in these countries can benefit your business, please get in touch.
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UK Pavilion at GISEC 2019The Departmental for International Trade is inviting expressions of interest from UK cyber security companies to exhibit on UK Pavilion at GISEC 2019. The deadline for expressions of interest is 04 January 2019.
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Grow your Business with Social Media (Norwich)Social media offers huge opportunities for companies looking to engage and connect with their customers, but with so many social media channels available it can be difficult to know where to begin.
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YOU CAN EXPORT: Introduction to Exporting for Small BusinessesTHIS EVENT IS FOR FSB MEMBERS ONLY!!
Please note this is a practical event aimed at North East based businesses interested in trading internationally or wanting to learn more about the service Department for International Trade North East (formerly UKTI North East) provides. Gateshead 9 remaining Find out more |
UK Chartered Professional Bodies Trade MissionDIT would like to invite any Chartered Professional Bodies who have an interest in creating partnerships across China and Hong Kong to apply to join this trade mission. In order to create a bespoke programme for the Chartered Bodies and deliver to the highest standard, organisations will need to apply to join this mission. The aim is to enable UK Chartered bodies to develop and promote partnership accreditation links in education with universities, polytechnics, colleges and employers in China and Hong Kong. Click through for more details including how to apply.
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Fintech Mission 2019 - Latin AmericaThis mission is designed for companies from Latin America and Caribbean. The Agenda will take place alongside Innovate Finance Global Summit 2019, the largest domestic Fintech event of the year, convening 2,000 industry stakeholders for two days of keynotes, roundtables and meetings at London’s Guildhall. DIT will also offer an exclusive agenda with our specialists to help your company setting up in the UK.
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The UK at Beijing Expo 2019The UK will be participating in the Beijing International Horticultural Exhibition in 2019 (29 April – 7 October), the largest Expo of its kind focused on green living, sustainability and horticulture, with 16 million visitors to the 500-hectare site expected across 6 months.
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Northern Powerhouse trade mission to OTC 2019Join the Department for International Trade (DIT) at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas to advance scientific and technical knowledge for offshore resources and environmental matters including oil and gas.
OTC gives you access to leading-edge technical information, the industry’s largest equipment exhibition and valuable new professionals.
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Life Science Mission to SwitzerlandA two-day Trade Mission to Switzerland (Basel and Geneva) for UK companies offering data-driven innovation in drug discovery and development. Click through to learn more.
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Registration of Interest: Midlands Engine Market Visit to BIO 2019 Philadelphia & MarylandJoin our visit to the largest Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical convention and partnering event in the world. This event is organised by the East Midlands.
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RVE 2019: Meet the Buyer - Registration of interestCome along to our free event to hear about our exciting new plans and why you should seriously consider joining with us. Derby 98 remaining Find out more |
BODW 2019Business of Design Week (BODW) is Asia's leading annual event on design, innovation and brands. As BODW's Partner Country for 2019, the UK will showcase the best of British design and demonstrate our leadership in creative thinking and design management.
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