International Trade

FTAs with Australia and New Zealand are now in force.

This means UK businesses can now trade under their terms and enjoy a range of benefits, including:
– The removal of almost all tariffs making it cheaper to buy and sell goods
– Flexible rules of origin
– Simpler customs clearance processes
– Easier business travel
– Better digital trade opportunities
– More investment opportunities
– More government procurement opportunities

FTAs with Australia and New Zealand are now in force.

This means UK businesses can now trade under their terms and enjoy a range of benefits, including:
– The removal of almost all tariffs making it cheaper to buy and sell goods
– Flexible rules of origin
– Simpler customs clearance processes
– Easier business travel
– Better digital trade opportunities
– More investment opportunities
– More government procurement opportunities

A programme that delivers hands-on support, guidance and funding to help you recognise your global trade potential. Whether you are an importer, exporter or both; novice or experienced; from the service or goods sector this programme caters for all.

Includes 1-to-1 sessions, workshops and peer groups

This is the Government’s  department for economic growth. They support businesses to invest, grow and export, creating jobs and opportunities across the country.

Locally DBT organise events, master-classes and clinics across the region and have a team of experienced International Trade Advisers providing free, impartial and confidential export advice and guidance. They will help you on your export journey and be able to signpost you to the most appropriate DBT services.

Take advantage of online tools to find the best market places to showcase your products, create a profile to promote your products and services to international buyers and apply for overseas export opportunities for your products or services.

You can also apply for a trade show access grant to attend overseas events.

The DIT organise events for businesses trading or looking to trade overseas. You can search for events, trade fairs, missions and webinars relevant to your sector or overseas markets.

From accredited training courses and qualifications, export documentation, outlining changes in legislation to international student placement, East Midlands Chamber has the tools and information to help. Their award-winning international team will support you, whatever stage you are at in your exporting journey.

This is an online resource if you are getting ready to export or expand abroad. The site provides step-by-step guides, international trade webinars and tools from selecting a market through to delivery and documentation. Information is free for small businesses and is provided by the Institute of Export & International Trade.