Open Call for Sponsorship: UK–India FTA Roadshow  

Event Overview

The UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), due to enter into force in 2026, is one of the most significant trade developments deals the UK has done and is expected to boost UK GDP by £4.8bn a year.   

To help businesses make the most of this landmark opportunity, we're taking the UK–India FTA Roadshow to cities across all four nations of the UK. The Roadshow will highlight information about the FTA and the comprehensive support available from both government and the private sector; from tariff reductions to regulatory changes, and from sector-specific opportunities to export readiness.   

The Roadshow is designed to focus firmly on what this opportunity means in practice for businesses seeking to grow their exports to India.   

Over two weeks, the programme will provide businesses with the clarity, confidence, and connections they need to enter or grow within one of the world's fastest-growing major economies. Each Roadshow event aims to bring in up to 150 attendees, with a schedule made up of interactive workshops, fireside sessions, and seminars.  

The Roadshow will be visiting:  

• Wednesday 17 June: Leeds  

• Thursday 18 June: Belfast  

• Monday 22 June: Edinburgh  

• Tuesday 23 June: Cardiff  

• Wednesday 24 June: Birmingham  

• Thursday 25 June: Manchester  

Attending delegates will gain:  

• An understanding of what the UK-India FTA means for their businesses  

• Knowledge of how the FTA can make their business more competitive and attractive to Indian buyers  

• Insights that demystify exporting  

• Connections with Indian buyers, distributors, and the UK's export support network  

• Inspiration from real UK success stories  

• Advice on what practical next steps can be taken and how to accelerate market entry   

• An understanding of business culture in India and practical culture advice for working in the Indian market  

Delegates will have direct access to connect with senior HMG representatives, sector and market specialists from our UK High Commission and Consulates, and potential Indian buyers.  

Why Sponsor the Roadshow Series  

Partnering with us provides a strategic platform to elevate your brand, showcase thought leadership and establish meaningful connections with a nationwide audience of high export potential UK businesses seeking to expand into global markets.  

Core benefits include:  

• High Impact Brand Visibility  
  Position your organisation at the heart of a nationally promoted roadshow series, showcasing your products, services, and expertise to a highly targeted audience of UK businesses and trade stakeholders. Sponsors will benefit from prominent brand exposure and a dedicated speaking opportunity to reinforce leadership in international trade.  

• Credible Thought Leadership  
  Share expert insights, emerging trends, and practical best practice with ambitious UK exporters. Elevate your brand as a trusted authority by helping businesses navigate export challenges and seize global opportunities.  

• Meaningful, Curated Connections  
  Access structured networking opportunities designed to foster genuine engagement with high potential exporters, partners, and intermediaries driving conversations that go beyond surface level contact.  

• Targeted Lead Generation & Business Growth  
  Engage directly with businesses actively exploring international markets, enabling the generation of high quality leads and tangible commercial opportunities aligned to your growth objectives.  

• Market Intelligence & Strategic Insight  
  Gain firsthand exposure to exporter priorities, challenges, and ambitions, alongside insight into emerging sector and market trends helping you stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving trade landscape.   

We are inviting prospective sponsors to consider sponsoring either the whole programme, or specific events taking place across the Roadshow series.   

*Please note for this initial expression of interest all prospective sponsors will undergo due diligence checks from the Department for Business and Trade to comply with robust UK Government standards.