International Trade
Would you like your business to emerge stronger from the downturn? Then now is the time to export.
Economic research consistently shows companies that export to any country, in any financial climate, perform better than those who don’t. Whether you're a seasoned exporter or just beginning to expand overseas, considering international exports is one of the best moves your company can make.
Doing business in another country can be a challenge, even for the most experienced of exporters. Markets change. Opportunities come and go - especially in the current climate. Nothing stays the same except your need to maximise your proven potential in global markets.
UK Trade & Investment is a government organisation that helps UK-based companies like yours succeed in an increasingly global economy.
We have a range of expert services tailored to the needs of individual businesses and are designed to maximise their international success. We provide companies with the tools that they require in order to be competitive on the world stage.
If you would like to learn more about how your business can benefit from exporting, International Trade Days and supporting workshops can provide
you with a starting point for expanding your business and the opportunity to receive specific advice about your business’ needs, visit www.londonevents.ukti.gov.uk.
AT A GLANCE – EXPORT BENEFITS
In a recent study of UK companies:
- Firms beginning to export enjoyed a 34% increase inproductivity
- Those that exported were 11.4% more likely to survive
A 2008 survey for the Department of Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform found that exporters are proving more resilient during the downturn: 22% of SMEs exporting their product or service increased their staff during 2007-08, compared to just 12% of those not exporting". The same survey also found that exporters are more likely to increase their turnover with 42% witnessing turnover growth but just 23% of nonexporters reporting an increase. Companies that export:
- Improve their productivity
- Achieve levels of growth not possible domestically
- Increase the resilience of their revenues and profits
- Achieve economies of scale not possible domestically
- Increase the commercial lifespan of their products and services
- Improve their financial performance
International Trade Day
If you would like to find out more about opportunities to expand your business overseas, International Trade Events provide an ideal introduction to individual export markets. A morning seminar on trading opportunities is followed by a networking lunch, the chance to meet a range of exhibitors and the opportunity to discuss your business’ needs on a one to one basis with an international trade advisor.
International Trade Events
Are you ready to export? Whether you think you are or not, International Trade Events will provide you with practical advice to guide you through the challenges. Morning sessions will cover the complexities of trading while afternoon sessions will focus in depth on specific issues facing UK exporters.
These events are free to attend and open to Greater London-based companies who have been registered and trading for twelve months or more. Spaces are limited.
Forthcoming events include:
A London Market Visit to Mexico: Find Out More, 2 March 2010
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Licensing and IPR, 2 March 2010
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Agents & Distributors Workshop, Wednesday 17 March 2010
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Trade Mission to Seoul, Korea, 19-21 April 2010
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An ICT market visit to the Baltic States, 19 – 23 April 2010
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A London Market Visit to Mexico: Find Out More, 19-24 April 2010
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For further information:
Text: ‘EXPORT’ to 60777 (Standard Network
Charges Apply)
Email: events@southlondonbusiness.co.uk
Phone: 020 8256 1289
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