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Sector Briefing

Latest sector briefings from our global network of embassies, consulates and high commissions around the world.

20.12.11 The design sector in Italy: Interior design and furniture

Italian manufacturers need UK creativity as much as UK designers need Italian craftsmanship and manufacturers. For British furniture and design, Italy is perceived as a gateway to other countries..

20.12.11 Fashion and Textiles Sector in Italy

Latest overview of market potential for the Fashion and Textiles Sector in Italy.

08.12.11 Cosmetics Sector in Italy

The Italian cosmetic market recorded a positive performance in 2010, showing good consumption dynamics. Cosmetics have become an important element in the buying patterns of Italians.

01.12.11 Overseas Business Risk - Italy

Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Italy.

30.11.11 Defence & security sector in Italy

UK defence and security supplies have a great growth potential because Italian security consumers consider the UK security equipment industry as a world leader in advanced and sophisticated security technology.

24.11.11 Marine sector in Italy

In the leisure boating industry, UK is the second European partner for Italy. For Italy the UK market accounts for 20.6% of total imports and 17.3% of total exports.

24.11.11 Aerospace opportunities in Italy

The Italian aerospace, defence and security industry is the 4th player in the European market and the 7th worldwide. The aerospace industry represents the largest manufacturing sector in Italy in the field of high-tech integrated systems.

17.11.11 Food & Drink sector in Italy

Although the Italian F&D market has a very wide selection of local products accompanied by a strong and world famous culinary tradition, UK companies can find here an interesting and challenging opening.

11.10.10 R&D in Italy

Latest overview of market potential of R&D opportunities in Italy.