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Consumer & Retail OpportunitiesThe Department for International Trade (DIT) has announced a series of measures to support businesses in the consumer and retail industry to export overseas as part of its efforts to help the sector recover from COVID-19. This support will focus on market education, enhanced digital tools and access to growing cross-border ecommerce opportunities, as well as increased marketing of the UK’s strengths at international events, and boosting investment opportunities for retail tech.
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DigiSkills sessionsThe DigiSkills Programme is designed to give you tangible tips and instant action points on a specific topic of digital commerce to increase your presence overseas.
The 1 hour session will be a 10 minute presentation from Digital Trade Adviser, Charlie Garnham, followed by an interactive discussion with the businesses in the virtual room, including live audits from Charlie. Send a marketing colleague along to up skill them, or come along yourself to learn more. Sessions will have max 5 people per session.
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Growing International Trade in Services - UK RoadshowHelping professional and business services in a world of opportunity and change.
Access this event to hear from Government and leaders in the services sector across accounting, legal, consultancy and creative service industries on how UK services businesses are already growing their overseas sales.
You will also learn about export opportunities from global challenges and trends like technology transformation and clean growth and the support available from DIT and others.
You will hear first-hand how to access export opportunities in key overseas regions, including how UK service firms like yours are winning contracts overseas.
Sessions on global change, sustainability, and emerging trends, will increase your understanding of the role you can play in supporting Trade in Services.
This content-packed event will highlight the international opportunities available to your business and prepare you for your next steps in selling your services internationally.
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Spotlight on Northern TerritoryAustralia’s Northern Territory (NT) is looking to establish a AU$40 billion economy by 2030. To achieve this, they have developed sustainable and competitive industry growth strategies, creating opportunities for international companies. The Spotlight on Northern Territory virtual trade mission was held from 17 March to 31 March 2022 and focused on the fastest growing sectors in Northern Territory (Critical Minerals, Renewable Energy, Hydrogen, CCUS). The recordings are now available on demand, along with the slides and contact details for the speakers. Please register for access. Online remaining Find out more |
Strategies for COVID-recovery in APAC's education sectorAPAC, ASEAN - this event was recorded on 27 September 2020 Watch this webinar on-demand and discover how Asia-Pacific's education institutions can manage the COVID-19 response. SUMS Consulting (of the University of Reading) share their playbook for academic organisations to maintain financial health. Managing social value and the importance universities play in the lives and social mobility of students will also be covered. Video on-demand remaining Find out more |
UK-CT InsurTech Corridor Overview & Application PageThe UK-Connecticut InsurTech Corridor is a commercial collaboration to develop InsurTech trade opportunities as part of the broader US-UK Financial Innovation Partnership (FIP). The primary objective of the InsurTech Corridor is to remove barriers InsurTechs face when entering and expanding in a new market in order to facilitate traction and growth.
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UK-CT InsurTech Corridor US Application PageThe UK-Connecticut InsurTech Corridor is a commercial collaboration to develop InsurTech trade opportunities as part of the broader US-UK Financial Innovation Partnership (FIP). The primary objective of the InsurTech Corridor is to remove barriers InsurTechs face when entering and expanding in a new market in order to facilitate traction and growth.
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Unlocking tech company growth opportunities: SingaporeAPAC - this event was recorded on 8 September 2020 during London Tech Week. Watch this webinar on-demand and hear advice and strategies from leading tech figures in Singapore. Learn about the Singapore tech sector and the regional economy. Discover how to expand and scale your tech company in a post Covid-19 world. Speakers include:
This event was created by Tech Nation, who fuel the growth of game-changing founders, leaders and scaling companies so they can positively transform societies and economies. Video on-demand remaining Find out more |
What is the future of FinTech in Southeast Asia?ASEAN (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) - Recorded on 8 July 2020 Watch this webinar on-demand and learn how your FinTech business could find growth in Asia Pacific. Guest speakers include Lord Mayor of the City of London,The Rt Hon. William Russell. online event remaining Find out more |
Sustainable Fast Track UKDo you have a great sustainable product geared towards the African market and want to take it to the next level? Join the largest European Sustainability Programme: Sustainable Fast-Track UK! Benefit from this multifaceted programme through exclusive andinvaluable support from the UK Department for International Trade (DIT) to fast-track your entrance to the African markets. Brand yourself at the Sustainability Europe Awards: London,celebrating companies from 25 countries with outstanding contributions to a sustainable future. Let your solution make a real difference! Click through to learn more and apply. London remaining Find out more |
DIT Global Aid Directory 2022DIT is producing a directory of UK companies who supply, or would like to supply, relevant humanitarian aid and development products and services to the United Nations family of organisations and NGOs.
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Southern Europe Healthcare & Life Sciences: Regulatory Update and Market OverviewON DEMAND: Opening session with an introduction from Chris Barton, HMTC Europe, and a European Regulatory Update from expert speakers Bryan Lister and Patrick Trotter. Also find out about the Healthcare and Life Sciences opportunities in five markets in Southern Europe, with short videos from in-market Department for International Trade sector specialists and market information, plus the opportunity to get in contact.
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Sustainable Infrastructure Opportunities in Latin America and Caribbean for Northern Powerhouse CompaniesJoin this virtual event to find out about opportunities in Latin America and the Caribbean (LATAC) for Northern Powerhouse infrastructure companies. With eight country briefings from in-market experts, a case study of a local company successfully exporting to the market and a Q&A with all speakers, this event will provide all you need to know about the massive opportunities in the region. On Demand remaining Find out more |
CREATIVE EXPORT CAMPAIGN 2022Grow your creative-industries business through international sales The UK’s creative industries are renowned worldwide for their exceptional quality, innovation and value for money. As a result, there is huge global demand for the nation’s creative-industries products and services. New free-trade agreements, and the Government’s international promotion of the UK’s creative offer, are opening doors for British companies around the world. The Department for International Trade (DIT) offers a wide range of free support to help your business take advantage of new global opportunities. Online remaining Find out more |
Opportunities for Northern Powerhouse companies in the Brazilian Renewable Energy SectorJoin this virtual event to find out about opportunities in Brazil for Northern Powerhouse renewable energy companies. With a market overview, insights on doing business in Brazil from in-market specialists, a case study of a local company successfully exporting to the country and a Q&A with all speakers, this event will provide all you need to know about the massive opportunities in the market. Video On Demand remaining Find out more |
UK Export AcademyThe UK Export Academy from the Department for International Trade (DIT) gives businesses the know-how to sell to customers around the world by learning from experts in international trade. The UK Export Academy is open to any business in the UK who has a product or service that can be sold internationally. It is for businesses who know that they want to reach international customers and contracts in the future, as well as those who might already be selling beyond the UK and want to expand into new markets.
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EUK/DIT Regional Exporting RoadshowsExperience UK and Department for International Trade to launch Exporting Regional Roadshows in Creative Industries hotspots Experience UK, the British trade body which represents UK companies who design, create and deliver world-class visitor experiences, is hitting the road to commence Regional Exporting Roadshows in Creative Industries hotspots throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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India - Music Mission August 2022Creative Industries, The Department for International Trade (DIT), in partnership with AIM (Association of Independent Music) and the BPI (British Phonographic Industry) are organising this music mission to India, which will take place in Mumbai
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Express your interest in the Northern Powerhouse Energy Trade Mission to Norway
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Northern Powerhouse Meet-the-Buyer Session - Selling Innovative Clean Tech Solutions, Enhancing Manufacturing Processes to JapanThe Department for International Trade (DIT) Northern Powerhouse team in partnership with Greater Nagoya Initiative Center (GNIC) in Japan would like to invite you to take part in a unique opportunity to sell your innovative products and services to Japan.
The sessions aim is to promote technical collaborations and expand sales channels amongst companies in the Northern Powerhouse and Greater Nagoya.
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UK Fintech Trade Mission to Australia’s Intersekt FestivalApplications are open to UK headquartered fintech, wealthtech, insurtech and regtech companies who have technology solutions for the financial services sector and have identified a go-to-market strategy for Australia. DIT will also present on opportunities in New Zealand for companies who are also interested in this market. Please note: all travel expenses including flights, accommodation, meals and Intersekt conference ticket will be at your own expense. Places are limited, apply now to register your interest in being part of the mission program. Applications close on Friday 1st July, 2022 at 11:59pm BST. For more information, contact elisa.henderson@fcdo.gov.uk or steven.walker2@fcdo.gov.uk Australia remaining Find out more |
Commonwealth Market Awareness Series Part 2To continue the successes of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games and the collaboration and spirit shown throughout the games and accompanied Business & Tourism Programme, The Department for International Trade will be hosting a series of Market Awareness Webinars to highlight the business and exporting opportunities across a range of Commonwealth Markets. Online 303 remaining Find out more |
Africa Business Group Meeting 9The Africa Business Group meetings provide information, support, and identifies trade opportunities in Africa for companies working with DIT in North West of England. The 8th event in the Series will focus on trading with Nigeria - Africa’s biggest country by population and its second largest economy. The UK and Nigeria have a strong partnership that builds on longstanding economic ties. The invite is open to new and proficient Exporters. Companies will learn from DIT country representatives for Nigeria on the latest updates, how to trade successfully and the opportunities and challenges for exporters in a variety of sectors. Also included in the line-up is a UK Export Finance specialist for Western Africa, the Northern Powerhouse Advisor responsible for the African Continent and a North West company, well experienced in doing business successfully in the Nigerian market. Q & A’s are welcomed by the speakers, as the aim is to have a well-balanced session where companies will take-away information to inspire the engagement with Dept for International Trade, to support them to embark on an export journey into Africa. Online 50 remaining Find out more |
LA Sync Mission 2022The music industry’s annual trade mission to Los Angeles is back, and this year, following a three-year hiatus which saw the trip replaced by webinars, it will take place in person between 12th – 16th September 2022. Creative industrries DIT
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Café da manhã sobre avaliação e lançamento do Oxford Test of EnglishO evento, em parceria com a Oxford University Press, contará com especialistas do Reino Unido discutindo o papel da avaliação no ensino e aprendizagem da língua inglesa e melhores práticas internacionais na área, além de momentos para networking, integração e apresentação do novo teste de proficiência online, rápido e adaptativo, o Oxford Test of English.
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Mesa redonda sobre avaliação e coquetel de lançamento do Oxford Test of EnglishO evento, em parceria com a Oxford University Press, contará com especialistas do Reino Unido discutindo o papel da avaliação no ensino e aprendizagem da língua inglesa e melhores práticas internacionais na área, além de momentos para networking, integração e apresentação do novo teste de proficiência online, rápido e adaptativo, o Oxford Test of English.
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Leeds Digital Festival - Global Opportunities for Innovative Tech CompaniesThe Department for International Trade (DIT) is looking forward to bringing you the latest global opportunities during Leeds Digital Festival. We want to inspire more innovative companies to start selling internationally and help existing exporters grow their global reach further. If you want to find out how you can maximise your international reach join us for for our two sessions. Both session can be accessed in-person in Leeds or virtually.
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Increase sales and reach new customers with Coupang - one of the largest marketplaces in South KoreaUK brands with previous cross-border and marketplace experience have an exciting route to expand their customer base with South Korean marketplace Coupang.
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Grow Your Business with Export: Networking EventThe Department for International Trade (DIT) in partnership with Metro Bank, Bradford, invite you to join this informal overview and networking session and find out how we can support you in growing your business internationally. Join us to hear about DIT services, UK Export Finance and how a Yorkshire business has successfully grown their business internationally, and network informally over food and and drinks. Bradford remaining Find out more |
Masterclass Event: Emerging High Growth MarketsThank you for registering to attend Masterclass Event: Emerging High Growth Markets
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The Internationalisation Fund: Co-Investment Funding for SMEs - 29 Sep 2022Discover how to access co-investment funding from the Department for International Trade for SMEs who want to grow into new overseas markets
The Department for International Trade and European Regional Development Fund have launched a new Internationalisation Fund for eligible SMEs based in England.
What is the Internationalisation Fund?
Launched in December 2020, the Internationalisation Fund provides match-funded grants between £1,000 and £9,000 to use for future business activities (subject to eligibility and availability) aimed at helping SMEs grow in new international markets.
To secure a grant, you will need to fund a proportion of your costs yourself. This varies according to where your business is based.
SMEs based in England can now apply for the next round of funds which can be used to support eligible expenditure areas.
Please note grants offered under the Internationalisation Fund are available on a limited basis and the actual availability of funds in the different English Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) areas can vary based on demand and the number of applications already approved
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UK companies get a 20% off to attend the 2nd Hydrogen Congress for Latin America & the CaribbeanThe Hydrogen Congress for Latin America & the Caribbean (H2LAC) is the largest gathering of the rapidly emerging Hydrogen industry in Latin America and the Caribbean. Co-hosted by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), over 500 delegates including senior government officials from 15 countries in the region attended the inaugural event in 2021. H2LAC 2022 is an excellent opportunity to network with energy professionals, learn and discuss hydrogen trends influencing the region, and to meet the decision makers from governments and key players across the region. Find more about the event and the proposed agenda here. UK companies get a 20% off to attend the H2LAC 2022. Cartagena remaining Find out more |
Masterclass Event: Managing Agents and DistributorsThank you for registering to attend Masterclass Event: Managing Agents and Distributors
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UK Finance and Professional Business and Service companies to join DIT trade mission to SingaporeWe are seeking UK companies offering professional services/advisory/accounting/software solutions/ electronic payment innovations/legal innovations/ and other services to commerce to join our trade mission to Singapore from 10-14 October 2022.
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BETT Asia 2022 - Call for SponsorshipThe Department for International Trade (DIT), the UK's Government Department responsible for securing UK prosperity by promoting international trade and investment, is offering prime sponsorship opportunities related to the UK Pavilion at BETT Asia 2022. Click through to learn more.
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DIT Trade Mission to SIAL Paris 2022The biggest one-stop shop in the food and drink industry, SIAL Paris is the place to be for tastemakers and trend-seekers who want to grow their business. By joining this delegation, you will receive your own dedicated space to showcase your products on a GREAT Branded UK group stand and benefit from being part of the high-profile group stand visited by key buyers. Paris remaining Find out more |
Europe South Consular Conference 2022Annual Europe South Consular conference, taking place in Athens
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Registration of Interest: Market Visit to Bauma 2022Come with us to Bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany and attend the world’s largest construction exhibition. Get a feel for the show, raise your international profile, and meet with potential business partners. Munich remaining Find out more |
Great Legal Futures - MiamiIn collaboration with GREAT Legal Services and the Department for International Trade, the Ministry of Justice is leading a Lawtech trade mission to coincide with the International Bar Association Annual Conference in Miami taking place between 30 October and 3 November.
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The Internationalisation Fund: Co-Investment Funding for SMEs - 2 Nov 2022Discover how to access co-investment funding from the Department for International Trade for SMEs who want to grow into new overseas markets
The Department for International Trade and European Regional Development Fund have launched a new Internationalisation Fund for eligible SMEs based in England.
What is the Internationalisation Fund?
Launched in December 2020, the Internationalisation Fund provides match-funded grants between £1,000 and £9,000 to use for future business activities (subject to eligibility and availability) aimed at helping SMEs grow in new international markets.
To secure a grant, you will need to fund a proportion of your costs yourself. This varies according to where your business is based.
SMEs based in England can now apply for the next round of funds which can be used to support eligible expenditure areas.
Please note grants offered under the Internationalisation Fund are available on a limited basis and the actual availability of funds in the different English Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) areas can vary based on demand and the number of applications already approved
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COP27 UK Pavilion Sponsorship Open CallThe UK Government is seeking sponsors for COP27. Click through to learn more.
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Medica 2022Join the Department for International Trade on their stand at MEDICA which is the world’s largest event for the medical sector attracting several thousand exhibitors and visitors from over 50 countries representing medical technology, electromedical equipment, laboratory equipment and pharmaceuticals sectors.
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Registration of Interest: Market Visit to MEDICA 2022Are you a life science company looking to showcase your expertise and innovation overseas? This joint DIT Midlands - Northern Powerhouse market visit to MEDICA 2022 could be your next stop. Düsseldorf remaining Find out more |
India: Trade Mission to Bangalore and HyderabadA trade mission for UK companies looking to sell to and / or partner with Indian Companies
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IAAPA Expo 2022Join the Department for International Trade on their stand at the IAAPA Attractions Expo 2021, the leading global conference and trade show for the attractions industry. The Expo consistently has 1,100 exhibitors, 21,000 buyers and 32,000 industry professionals from over 100 countries in attendance.
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EuroAsia Consular Conference 2022Please register for your place at the EAN conference.
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UK Great Pavilion - China Beauty Expo 2022China's beauty and personal care market is worth £50 billion and it is projected to keep growing. And the long-waited removal of animal testing for imported general cosmetics has opened more gates for many ethical brands. In order to further explore the market and increase the impact of British beauty, DIT China Retail team is pleased to present our annual flagship event - a UK Great Pavilion at the China Beauty Expo, the largest beauty trade show in China on the 14th - 16th December 2022 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, to showcase the best of British beauty and cosmetics products. Looking to enter China, meet buyers and extend your network? Apply to join us!
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Registration of Interest: Market Visit to Arab Health 2023If you are a life science company looking to showcase your expertise and innovation overseas, then this DIT Midlands market visit to Arab Health could be for you. Dubai remaining Find out more |
South By Southwest (SXSW) 2023 Austin, TexasAt SXSW, in Austin, Texas, from 10-19 March 2023, DIT (Creative) will be hosting UK House
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