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The 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. 

Australia’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. 

APAC, 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.

APAC - 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:

• Natalie Black, CBE - Her Majesty's Trade Commissioner, APAC for Department of International Trade
• Liz Scott - Head of Entrepreneur Engagement, Tech Nation
• Henry Goodwin - Partner, PwC Legal International Pte Ltd
• Grace Chng - Tech Writer & Author
• Tanya Suarez - Founder & CEO, IoT Tribe
• YC Choy - Regional Vice President, Economic Development Board of Singapore
• Chris Yeo - Managing Director, Head of Grab Ventures
• Nick Wilde - Managing Director APAC, Thought Machine
• Tim Pullan - Founder & CEO, ThoughtRiver
• Olly Finding - Vice President of Commercial APAC at Babylon Health
• Veronika Kopacikova - The Unic0rn, Founder

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.

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.

Do 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.

ON 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.

Join 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.

Grow 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.

Join 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.

The 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.

Applications 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

To 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.

The 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.

The 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.

Thank you for registering to attend Masterclass Event: Emerging High Growth Markets

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Department for International Trade North East

The 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.

Thank you for registering to attend Masterclass Event: Managing Agents and Distributors

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Department for International Trade North East

The 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.

Come 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.

Are 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.

If 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.