The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade invites expressions of interest from the UK companies to showcase at the first flagship UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) Marketplace following the Agreement’s entry into force on 15th July 2026. Taking place in Mumbai, the Marketplace will showcase UK products and services in the presence of Indian buyers, investors, procurement leaders and government stakeholders, helping to turn new market access into practical commercial opportunities.
We are seeking high-quality, interactive showcases that demonstrate the best of UK capability and highlight a clear connection to CETA opportunities.
A flagship, business-facing activation supporting the growth pillar of the UK-India Vision 2035 and the UK Government’s priority campaign to promote and harness the benefits from CETA.
A platform for business matchmaking, buyer and investor engagement, practical CETA guidance and high-level stakeholder participation.
A showcase of UK national and regional strengths, including capabilities from the North of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Experiential zones spanning consumer and lifestyle, advanced manufacturing, and technology and innovation.
Food and drink; retail and consumer products;
creative industries; cosmetics; hospitality.
Engineering; textiles; machinery; automotive; aerospace;
related manufacturing capabilities.
AI; telecoms; cybersecurity; medtech; cleantech;
fintech; edtech; other future-focused technologies.
A platform to present products, services, technologies or solutions to priority Indian business audiences.
Potential opportunities to contribute business proof points, case studies and content demonstrating practical CETA benefits.
Visibility within an integrated GREAT-branded communications programme, subject to editorial and programme requirements.
Post-event signposting to relevant departmental support and follow-up routes where appropriate.
A clear and credible connection to UK-India CETA opportunities and market access.
A distinctive, high-quality showcase that goes beyond a traditional exhibition stand and brings the company’s proposition to life through demonstration, storytelling, technology, sampling or audience interaction.
Evidence of export readiness and the capacity to pursue follow-up commercial opportunities in India.
Contribution to UK sector leadership, innovation, sustainability, regional growth or wider UK-India collaboration.
Ability to provide an informed representative for the full event and meet agreed delivery, branding, content, logistics and compliance requirements.
Expressions of interest will be assessed against:
ability to meet event delivery requirements;
strength of evidence and market readiness;
contribution to the UK’s national and regional offer;
value to target audiences and potential for commercial follow-up;
quality, originality and feasibility of the showcase;
relevance to CETA and priority sectors.
Important note: The proposed event date is 13 October 2026 and remains subject to confirmation of the wider programme. Shortlisted companies may be contacted for further information or a discussion on showcase feasibility. Not all companies that submit an EOI will be chosen to participate in the event.