Success stories
31.01.12 Expanding in Ethiopia
Diageo Plc. has become the first FTSE 100 company to invest at scale in Ethiopia, having acquired the Meta Abo Brewery Factory in Addis Ababa after it was privatised by the government.
15.12.11 Secure in Sydney
A dinner hosted by UK Trade & Investment at the High Commission in Sydney has helped Lloyd’s to renew old acquaintances and make new contacts, as it works to grow its Australian business.
17.11.11 Creating Communities in China
UKTI’s Export Marketing Research Scheme helps architects, John Thompson & Partners LLP, research the Chinese market and target its business in appropriate locations.
15.11.11 Systematic growth in the UK
Information security company Dtex Systems established its UK base in 2007, and has quickly developed a reputation as the market leader in monitoring technology to prevent insider threats and improve user intelligence.
15.11.11 Finding the key
Swedish IT security company Verisec recently secured a major contract with London’s Borough Councils with help and advice from UK Trade & Investment.
04.11.11 Mosquito repellent attracts global business - naturally
A London company is breaking into international markets with its UK-produced, 100% natural mosquito repellent, which promises unprecedented levels of effectiveness in protecting against malaria.
02.11.11 Artist management agency looks to global growth
A London-based artist management agency has transformed itself from a small, UK-focused business into a global concern in just two years, with help from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
02.11.11 Healing hands
JGH Group has operated a busy private clinic, Japan Green Medical Centre, in London since 1991. It turned to UK Trade & Investment for guidance and support when it decided to open a new women’s clinic
30.08.11 Demand for Brand Britain makes exporting a real treat for London confectioner
London-based confectioners The Gourmet Candy Company have been taking their classic British brand Mr Stanley’s to new markets with help from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
23.08.11 Investing in the future
Earth Capital Partners is one of the UK’s first sustainable asset-based investment management businesses. It now has clients around the world and is creating innovative new funds to satisfy investor demand.