How can we help?

UK Trade & Investment is the Government organisation that can help your business succeed overseas. UK Trade & Investment combines the resources of the Department for Trade and Industry and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s national and international network of Trade Development Officers to help you achieve your international business potential. What we do:

Information and opportunities

UK Trade & Investment provides access to a wide range of information and research on target markets and overseas business opportunities.

Advice and support

Getting started in international trade can be tough which is why it helps to have access to top quality advice and support.

Making it happen

To be a successful exporter you need to build lasting commercial relationships with your customers and partners. This is not always easy but we can provide practical help.

Our services include:

• Practical support for your company in the identification and exploration of opportunities in global markets
• Information and expertise about markets, cultures and competitors
• Market research exclusively relevant to your business
• Assistance in prioritising opportunities
• Providing information about prospective buyers/ partners
• Assistance in developing a strategy and action plan

By working together we can give your business:

• An impartial view of your company’s international trading potential
• Maximum return on your investments by saving time, money and reducing risks
• Cost effective expertise and experience on tap – the majority of our services are free
• Access to new sales leads
• Access to financial support to help with travel, exhibitions, research, marketing materials, translations and websites development amongst others
• No hidden costs – any potential costs will be discussed in advance

We have a network of International Trade Advisers who are experts in doing business overseas and who can offer essential, impartial advice to Yorkshire and Humber businesses on trading overseas.

Please contact us to find out more about how we can help.