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24.05.13 EU Reinstates Burma GSP
EU seeks to help Burma develop its trade by granting preferential access to EU markets.
24.05.13 Ambassadors help South East firms boost international trade
Deputy High Commissioner for Karachi and UKTI Director for Pakistan, John Tucknott, was one of a group of four international diplomats who visited Southampton hovercraft manufacturer Griffon Hovercraft Ltd (GHL) during UKTI Export Week.
Regional Director of UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) North West, Clive Drinkwater, visited a successful Salford company on Friday 17 May to encourage other Greater Manchester businesses to follow its example as part of a concerted campaign to increase UK exports.
23.05.13 West Midlands firm rides high on dragon’s tail
Daily “China Clinics” offered as part of UKTI’s Export Week
23.05.13 Labels4Kids wins busines via the web
UKTI’s Export Communications Review provided Labels4Kids with a plan for an improved website with international impact
22.05.13 South East firms to benefit from Africa expert appointment
Local businesses are set to benefit from specialist sub-Saharan African export advice, with the appointment of a new locally based adviser to government export body UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) South East.
22.05.13 Healthcare UK Chairman appointed
Sir Ian Carruthers has been appointed as chair of the Healthcare UK Governance Board.
21.05.13 Being Nosey in China
UKTI's Export Marketing Research Scheme helps 4fx Healthcare increase its international sales.
21.05.13 University of Wolverhampton signs bilateral agreement with Dominican Republic
University of Wolverhampton - First British University who signed a bilateral agreement with a Dominican university and with the Ministry of Higher Education of the Dominican Republic.
21.05.13 London designers net £400,000 Hong Kong deal to deliver website for world-class cultural project
A London design and software firm has won a three-year contract worth almost £400,000 ($4.8m HKD) to design and deliver the website for one of the world’s biggest cultural developments with help and support from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
20.05.13 Hundreds of businesses gather for Export Week in the South West
Over 500 businesses attended events across the South West last week to learn about international business opportunities in high growth markets.
17.05.13 Export Week – latest updates
Export Week – let’s keep the momentum going
17.05.13 Tiger and dragon - Newmarket event encourages business jockeying for Asian export trade
UKTI and other market specialists with a wealth of local knowledge will meet business leaders today (17 May) to discuss growing markets in China and India - two of Asia’s leading economies - at a seminar in Newmarket.
17.05.13 UKTI Kellogg Scholar announces major North American deal
Ecommerce checkouts in Canada set to become faster, more efficient, and less frustrating
17.05.13 Middle-East Association aims to help Surrey firms boost business
UKTI Export Week event in Guildford highlights opportunities for UK firms in the booming Middle Eastern market.
16.05.13 First cyber security export strategy launched
Universities and Science Minister David Willetts has launched the first export strategy for UK companies looking for a share of the £100 billion global cyber security market.
16.05.13 Nottingham college agrees Chinese deal
Central College Nottingham has signed a deal with Chengdu Industrial Vocational Technical College (CIVTC), to offer a range of courses in China, it has been announced during UK Trade & Investment’s (UKTI) Export Week – High Growth Markets.
16.05.13 Scheme launched to support UK high-tech SMEs do business in India
Business mentoring for 20 small British technology businesses seeking commercial partnerships with Indian companies is being announced by UKTI today.
16.05.13 From salmon heads to Dubai hotels: Yorkshire businesses benefit from Export Week
ONE successful Yorkshire business has a product to power one of the world’s most glamorous hotels in Dubai and another has tapped into new markets by exporting salmon heads to Vietnam.
16.05.13 “Partnership and Cooperation” UKTI DSO team attends IDEF 2013
A strong team headed by Richard Paniguian, Head of UKTI DSO and supported by Air Vice Marshal Nigel Maddox attended the 11th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) in Istanbul from 6-10 May 2013.
15.05.13 UKTI regional director congratulates successful Cleator Moor company during Export Week
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) Regional Director for the North West, Clive Drinkwater, visited Cumbria on Tuesday 14 May to urge the region’s businesses to make the most of opportunities in High Growth Markets.
15.05.13 Brazilian investment sees Gateshead firm powering ahead
UKTI support helps secure £1.1 million Regional Growth Fund boost
15.05.13 Lord Green visits East of England export champion
Lord Green, Minister for Trade and Investment, will today [15 May] formally open the first phase of a modernisation programme at pump and motor manufacturer Hayward Tyler’s facility in Luton.
15.05.13 Out of Africa - UKTI masterclass boosts East of England export skills
A Bedfordshire based company lent its expertise to boost business opportunities for East of England firms at a UKTI workshop event which took place at the beginning of Export Week – High Growth Markets.
14.05.13 Merseyside companies told to explore high growth markets during Export Week
Minister for Trade & Investment visits successful exporters in Speke
14.05.13 Colombia licence helps Northampton firm grow
Successful exporter offers advice to other local firms at UKTI High Growth Export Week event
14.05.13 UKTI helps “Thai” up deal for Derby firm
Derby firm JD7 Technology Ltd has received a huge boost after winning an order in excess of £200,000 to assess a number of water mains for MWA, the water authority of Bangkok, with help from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) East Midlands.
13.05.13 Export Week to help firms target high growth markets
Lord Green will this week launch a series of events up and down the UK to promote business abroad.
13.05.13 ‘Go global’ Mayor tells London’s SMEs as he announces £700,000 to boost exports
The Mayor of London has today urged London’s 800,000 small and medium businesses to ‘go global’ and grasp trade opportunities from growth economies overseas, as he announced £700,000 for a programme to boost business exports.
10.05.13 Expert calls for the Capital’s exporters to profit from top financial advice
Leading export finance experts are urging companies to attend an event focused on finance options – from cashflow to credit insurance - to help firms successfully trade overseas to boost long-term profits.
10.05.13 Successful local firm urges others to sign up for free event
Lincolnshire firms need to look to high growth markets if they want to succeed, according to local export chief Peter Hogarth from government export body, UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) East Midlands.
09.05.13 Online education expert shares Thai recipe for export success
An education specialist company whose online maths aid is helping educate pupils across Thailand - thanks to help from UKTI - is urging others to tie up success in this high-growth market.
09.05.13 North East firms celebrate “graduation” at start of export week
North East firms will be celebrating their success as export “graduates” next week at the start of a special series of events to help more companies export to new markets.
09.05.13 East of England Export Week kickstarts move into high growth markets
Companies across the East of England are leading the way nationally in finding new markets overseas and more will soon get a helping hand to boost their sales in High-Growth Markets as UKTI launches a well timed Export Week.
09.05.13 Inward investment on the rise as Olympics brings £2.5bn boost to UK
Britain’s successful ‘Summer of Sport‘ delivered an initial £2.5 billion boost in foreign direct investment (FDI) over the past year bringing with it more than 31,000 jobs, according to preliminary figures published today.
07.05.13 Countries invited to Security & Policing 2013
Security & Policing 2013 Countries, territories and organisations invited to attend.
03.05.13 Export leader praises a record royal win for London overseas success
One of London’s leading export experts has praised the achievements of local firms, with more companies from the capital winning the prestigious Queen’s Award for International Trade than any other region.
01.05.13 UAE state visit delivers UK trade boost
Shell and the Green Investment Bank are today celebrating new deals with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), further developing its commercial ties with the UK
29.04.13 UK open for business as leaders head to London for Global Investment Conference
Financial leaders and chief executives from around the world are set to gather in London for the Global Investment Conference (GIC) on 9 May 2013.
26.04.13 Access China Competition 2013
Opportunity for North East companies to enter a competition jointly run by UKTI, Emirates and Norma Foster Ltd to win a flight to China, market research to the value of £1,950 and a one day Export Communication Review.
26.04.13 From Good Morning Vietnam to the road to Rio: UKTI introduces second Export Week in South West
UKTI South West will be running a series of seminars and events offering unique and informed advice on how to go about doing business in high growth markets.
25.04.13 UK targets Brazilian market for automotive sector growth
New Vehicle Certification Agency to open in Brazil enabling the UK automotive sector to more easily access South America's emerging markets.
25.04.13 Export success straight from the horse’s mouth
North East firm shares secrets of overseas success at breakfast event
25.04.13 UK launches fast-track to growth
New Future Fifty Programme makes the UK a leading destination for high-growth businesses
24.04.13 Major event encourages exporters to “Think Nordics & Baltic”
UKTI is hosting an event in London’s Mansion House on major business opportunities in the Nordic and Baltic region.
24.04.13 Lord Green, Minister of State for Trade and Investment, visits Dublin
Lord Green visits Dublin to develop the bilateral trade relationship between the UK and Ireland.
23.04.13 South West International Trade Awards 2013
Entries are now open for the Insider International Trade Awards 2013. Are you a South West company that has taken the challenge and braved the international market?
22.04.13 Lord Green in top speaker line-up for City Week
City Week, running this year from 22 – 24 April 2013, is a high level annual forum for the discussion of current issues facing the Financial Services Industry
22.04.13 Business Secretary visits Brazil to maintain trade push
Business Secretary Vince Cable visits Brazil to promote UK aerospace and supply chain, Olympics and education opportunities
18.04.13 Portugal "perfect platform" for Brazil and other growing markets
Crack the fast growing Portuguese speaking markets of Brazil, Angola and Mozambique by using Portugal, and Portuguese companies, as your springboard – this UKTI Lisbon event shows you how.
17.04.13 Aid Funded Business Events
Aid Funded Business events offer real opportunities for UK companies
16.04.13 A strong handle on the future
UKTI’s Export Communications Review provided Liam and Carol Carey of Merlin Glass with the tools to implement a world class website and app, which is paying dividends
12.04.13 Patricia Hewitt will deliver flagship speech at High Growth export event
Patricia Hewitt, Chair of the UK India Business Council (UKIBC) will be giving the keynote speech at a UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) High Growth Export Week event being held in Leicester.
12.04.13 GREAT British Exhibition at Formula One in China
A GREAT British exhibition at Jiading Race Track was opened by British Ambassador Sebastian Wood as the Chinese Grand Prix celebrated its tenth anniversary.
11.04.13 Wake up to exports: Tasty opportunities for Derby firms
The UK Ambassador to Brazil is heading to Derby in May to help local firms find out more about winning business as part of UK Trade & Investment’s (UKTI) High Growth week.
11.04.13 East Midlands export body announce new sponsor
East Midlands International Trade Association (emita) has announced a major new sponsor.
10.04.13 Meet with health IT and services buyers at HC2013
UK Trade & Investment is set to host a delegation of international buyers and market specialists at HC2013, the UK’s leading Health IT event.
08.04.13 North East firms urged to aim high to build bridges around the globe
Export Week puts focus on High Growth Markets
08.04.13 Over 100 East Midlands' exporters benefit from cash advice
UK Trade & Investment’s (UKTI) East Midlands' finance adviser has helped over 100 local companies overcome the barriers to export finance and insurance since taking up the new post almost a year ago.
08.04.13 Make Ireland your goal
North East firms invited to explore business potential and support D2S Challenge
04.04.13 UKTI to assist UK companies do business at Hannover Messe 2013
Hannover Messe represents a major opportunity to showcase products ranging from precision engineered gear boxes to world leading materials information technology.
04.04.13 Heading for Hannover – East of England firms to the fore
UKTI is providing significant support to assist UK companies to do business at Hannover Messe 2013.
03.04.13 Great reception for first-time exporters in Sweden
North East companies which have never sold their goods and services outside of the UK are benefiting from a new initiative launched by UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) to introduce novice exporters to the European marketplace.
26.03.13 Japan and European Union launch Free Trade Agreement negotiations
Lord Green responds to the news today that the EU and Japan will hold talks for a Free Trade Agreement.
25.03.13 Make the most of engineering opportunities in Brazil
One week left to register for trade mission to Tecnotextile and Automec
22.03.13 United Nations Agencies: Winning Business
Aid Funded Business offers real opportunities for UK companies.
22.03.13 West Midlands Exports up by £1,240 million
Export Week propels West Midlands business into high growth markets
22.03.13 Northeast industry showcased at major international conference
Northeast Chemical Industry executives take to the stage to promote the region and its capabilities, during the 6th Annual Industry Outlook Conference in India.
22.03.13 Falklands order win for Melton web firm
A start-up Leicestershire firm have landed an order in the Falklands, with help from government export body UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
21.03.13 Search begins for North East’s heroes of export
The search is on for the North East’s heroes of export and companies across the region are being urged to act fast to submit their entries for the prestigious North East Exporters’ Awards.
21.03.13 Launch of the advanced manufacturing supply chain initiative (AMSCI)
Today Michael Fallon, Minister of State for Business and Enterprise will open the competition for the Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative Rounds 3 and 4 at the AMSCI National Briefing event being held at Central Hall, Westminster.
21.03.13 South West businesses invited to explore South Africa
Businesses across the South West looking to trade internationally have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience and insight into one of the world’s fastest growing economies, with a trade mission to South Africa organised by UKTI South West.
21.03.13 South West exports fall but room for optimisim says UKTI
A renewed call to action has been issued to the region’s firms as latest figures released by HM Revenue & Customs this week show that exports from the South West fell in 2012.
20.03.13 UK firms celebrate contract wins for Rio games
Two UK companies have secured lucrative deals to design venues for the 2016 Olympics
19.03.13 East of England export growth to non EU countries tops UK regions - USA now top export destination
The latest Trade figures released by HM Revenue & Customs this week show that exports from East of England to non EU countries are growing faster than in any other UK region, at 16.4% year on year
19.03.13 Export Finance scheme eases cashflow for Consett firm
Renewed call to action as North East exports fall, but companies urged to follow successful exporters such as Pinnacle Re-Tec who has used UK Export Finance to help them grow overseas.
19.03.13 UKTI South West Language and Culture Advisory Service
Doing business overseas? You will need to take account of language and cultural issues in your chosen market. Find out how we can help you.
18.03.13 UKTI acknowledges the role of Italian investors at Borsa Italiana in Milan
Italian investors who have chosen the UK as a destination for their business development and internationalisation were given recognition during the sixth edition of the UK-ITALY Business Awards on 24 January 2013.
18.03.13 Export Week propels East Midlands business into high growth markets:
Companies across the East Midlands will get a helping hand to boost their overseas sales in High Growth Markets as government exporting body, UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), launches Export Week.
18.03.13 UK Dairy Forum to help boost exports
Representatives from the UK dairy industry will be finding out how to make the most of global demand for dairy products during a major food and drink conference at the Excel Centre in London.
18.03.13 High Growth Markets on the Rise as Other Markets Decline
UKTI North West encourage exporters to renew their efforts as
15.03.13 Plans for India network of British business centres unveiled
Plans to develop British business networks in high growth and emerging markets took a further step forward today
14.03.13 Chinese distributors to visit Bristol in search of food & drink products
UKTI South West continues to help the region forge business links with China with a special event dedicated to the food and drink sector.
14.03.13 South West businesses invited to explore USA, Canada and East Africa for trade opportunities
UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) South West is helping the region’s small and medium sized businesses unlock international trade opportunities with trade missions to East Africa and the USA and Canada.
13.03.13 Hitting the Export Trail to Dublin
UK’s biggest Export Insight visit heads to Ireland
13.03.13 North East firms consider “The Hong Kong Question”
Firms from across the North East have taken part in a unique debate to consider “The Hong Kong question” in a bid to broaden their export horizons. The new “Access China competition” was also launched at this event.
13.03.13 UK support for Afghan drive to harness natural resource wealth
The UK is to provide new support to help Afghanistan attract international investors to develop its estimated US$1 trillion-plus natural resources, including copper, gold, oil and gas, Prime Minister David Cameron announced on 6th March 2013.
13.03.13 UK retailers get export and investment action plan
The government is backing Britain’s retailers in their bid to expand into fast-growing and lucrative overseas markets.
12.03.13 How to do business in the Emerald Isle
UKTI South West's seminar in Bristol will highlight commercial opportunities in Ireland.
11.03.13 Trade Mission to Singapore and Indonesia to boost exports
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Trade & Investment is taking a group of UK businesses and education providers on a trade mission to Singapore and Indonesia to strengthen business ties and boost UK exports this week.
08.03.13 UK@SXSW 2013
With UKTI’s Interactive trade mission to SXSW Interactive taking place now between 7 - 12 March 2013 in Austin, Texas.
06.03.13 Russia meets new Vanquish by Aston Martin
UKTI's team from the British Embassy in Moscow promoted UK business excellence with the recent Aston Martin product launch event at the Residence.
06.03.13 Defence and Security Industry Day - Oslo
UKTI DSO RD West organised a Defence and Security Industry Day on board HMS St Albans, a Type 23 Frigate, on Friday 1st March.
06.03.13 Rutland firm secures healthy collaboration down under
A leading skin camouflage entrepreneur in Rutland has secured success in Western Australia with her clinical services and skin camouflage creams by collaborating with top Australian plastic surgeon Fiona Wood, with help from UKTI East Midlands
06.03.13 Leading digital marketing guru brings international experience to East Midlands’ firms
Regional exporters are to see a new leader at the helm of the East Midlands’ International Trade Association (emita) with the appointment of new chairman, Susan Hallam, who has taken over the reigns from long-standing chairman Gerry Blacoe, MBE.
06.03.13 North East firms urged to go East to expand export potential
North East firms are being urged to go East to expand their export potential in China.
04.03.13 British firms explore trade opportunities in Mexico and Colombia
A four-day trade mission to Mexico and Colombia by medium-sized British businesses begins today, focussing on high value opportunities in key sectors.
01.03.13 Greater Manchester Companies Triumph at The Greater China Business Awards 2013
North West exports to China approach record £2 Billion – HVPD Ltd and EDM Ltd celebrate success
27.02.13 British Airways holds its first “Flying with Confidence” course in the United States
Airline hosts training program to help Americans overcome their fear of flying.
27.02.13 Clean and Energy Efficient Production (CEEP) Opportunities in China
UKTI's CEEP event highlights the growing Chinese Clean and Energy Efficient production market as a potentially lucrative one for UK companies.
27.02.13 Event to Help West Midlands Mid Sized Businesses Grow Through Exports
UKTI West Midlands launches new service aimed at firms with turnover of between of £25 and £500 million
27.02.13 OpenSignal wins UK’s Most Innovative Mobile Company award at Mobile World Congress 2013
OpenSignal receives award from Ed Vaizey, UK Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries.
25.02.13 Record year for Birmingham music company in the USA
A Birmingham-based record label and artists’ management company has been impressing the music industry state-side with support from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
25.02.13 UK’s most innovative mobile company to be crowned at Mobile World Congress 2013
Smart UK Project finalists go head-to-head at the world’s largest mobile industry show in Barcelona.
21.02.13 UK cyber-security excellence showcased in Vienna
UK IT security companies promoted their cutting-edge products and services to 170 government and corporate officials from 10 Central and Eastern Europe countries at recent event at British Embassy in Vienna.
18.02.13 Prime Minister leads largest ever trade mission to India
The visit is capitalising on the growing number of opportunities for trade and investment between the two countries, across a wide variety of sectors
18.02.13 PM leads over 100 British businesses to India to help them succeed in global race
The Prime Minister is leading the largest ever trade delegation to India this week
15.02.13 Chinese New Year dinner celebrates export opportunities
A special Chinese New Year Dinner has marked another year of opportunities for North East firms who have taken up the exporting for growth challenge.
15.02.13 New! Customs and VAT training for exporters
Short online courses developed with HMRC which cover the basics of Customs and VAT for exporters, inside and outside of the EU
14.02.13 Ikon Geopressure welcomes UKTI CEO and delegation at Durham headquarters
Nick Baird visits Ikon GeoPressure which with UKTI’s help has won business in a number of new markets valued at over £3.2m
14.02.13 DC Electronics doubles turnover and speeds forward in US
UKTI’s Export Marketing Research Scheme helped the company to enter the US market, with dramatic results
14.02.13 City Week
City Week, running this year from 22 – 24 April 2013, is a high level annual forum for the discussion of current issues facing the Financial Services Industry
13.02.13 South West business learn about Korean trade opportunities
Nearly 60 businesses from across the South West gathered at Leigh Court in Bristol on Friday 8 February to learn about trade opportunities in South Korea.
13.02.13 Lord Green statement on US-EU high level working group recommendations on jobs and growth
Today the US-EU High Level Working Group published its recommendations on jobs and growth.
12.02.13 A special shopping experience
UKTI Italy helps promote British fashion company DAKS at event in prestigious historical store in Milan.
11.02.13 UK/Finnish Defence and Security Industry Seminar
ADS, with the help of RD West, hosted a UK/Finnish Defence and Security Industry Seminar in London on Wednesday 16 January.
11.02.13 Six-figure US contract win for London-based Rockshore
Software specialist Rockshore, has won a six-figure contract to partner US telecommunication giants, AT&T, with help and support from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
08.02.13 China's Clean and Energy Efficient Production set to yield $14bn of opportunities
UK Trade & Investment has identified the growing Chinese Clean and Energy Efficient production market as a lucrative one for UK companies and is providing opportunities for them to win a major share of the resulting business.
06.02.13 North East firms urged to enter competition looking for best new export idea
Are you a North East based small or medium sized company (SME) with a big idea but need an opportunity to help make this a reality?.
05.02.13 ‘Small firms urged to explore Korean opportunities at Bristol event
Opportunity for South West companies to find out about doing business in the Korean market at event in Bristol.
05.02.13 Abacus throws light on Australia
Trade minister Lord Green lends support to a UK ‘world leader’ after multi-million pound sports contract win.
05.02.13 West Midlands small firms urged to explore korean opportunities
Around fifty West Midlands companies will be attending the ‘Opportunity Korea’ event at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham on 5 February, designed to help small and medium sized businesses unlock trade opportunities in South Korea.
04.02.13 Spain announces new Single Market legislation
Foreign investors will welcome Spain’s new Single Market Law, says British Embassy and British Chamber of Commerce.
04.02.13 Small firms urged to explore Korean opportunities
The Opportunity Korea programme of events around the country to help British small and medium sized businesses unlock trade opportunities in South Korea was launched today by UK Trade & Investment.
03.02.13 UK firms head for Hollywood
Industry leaders from the UK creative sector will arrive in Los Angeles next week for the first ever LA Innovation Forum.
01.02.13 Exporting for Growth Prize competition
UKTI is looking for the North East's best new export ideas. Take part in our competition and win prizes giving access up to £5000 of UKTI services to help your small business expand and prosper overseas.
01.02.13 Wiltshire and Gloucestershire businesses to benefit from export communication events
Businesses from Wiltshire and Gloucestershire will have the opportunity to learn how to boost international competitiveness through communications at workshops hosted by UKTI South West in February.
01.02.13 PM and Lord Green welcome new UK-Indonesia direct flights
Gatwick Airport will operate direct flights between London and Jakarta in a move that has been hailed by David Cameron and Lord Green as good for UK business
30.01.13 Global Sports Conference helps build London 2012 business legacy
The success of London 2012 has put British companies in the box seat to win a share of the lucrative global sporting events business sector which is reckoned to be worth £92 billion by 2015.
Healthcare UK, the new organisation set up to promote Britain’s world leading healthcare sector to international customers, launched at Arab Health today.
28.01.13 $20 billion of Sao Paulo infrastructure contracts open to UK firms
Trade Minister Lord Green has welcomed a trade delegation from the Government of Sao Paulo today, who are in the UK to present eight Public Private Partnership (PPP) infrastructure projects, worth $20 billion, to British potential contractors.
25.01.13 £24m tech funding boost for Glasgow
The “innovative thinking” city of Glasgow is being rewarded with a £24 million windfall by the Government.
25.01.13 European Union External Aid: Winning Business
Aid Funded Business offers real opportunities for UK companies.
24.01.13 UK Trade Minister and Iraqi Foreign Minister open new Visa Centre in Baghdad
The British Minister for Trade and Investment, Lord Green of Hurstpierpoint, officially opened the new Visa Application Centre in Baghdad
24.01.13 World Bank & Regional Development Banks: Winning Business
Aid Funded Business offers real opportunities for UK companies.
24.01.13 Is my firm ready for the Aid Funded Market?
Aid Funded Business offers real opportunities for UK companies, but your firm must be ready before it can take them up
24.01.13 Grow online! How the web can power your exports
UK businesses are using web technologies to enter the global marketplace, and expand their business overseas
23.01.13 Yorkshire textile mill agrees US partnership
A renowned Yorkshire textile mill has agreed a deal with an American firm to distribute traditional English scarves to US schools.
22.01.13 Software firm sees Eastern promise
A Sheffield software firm has stepped up efforts to take advantage of the Chinese market.
22.01.13 Conference focuses on the North East in a Global Europe
The North East’s position in a Global Europe will be the focus of a special conference to be held in the region next month (February).
20.01.13 New team to help UK exploit international opportunities in education export
Education UK will capitalise on the growth in demand for UK education abroad
18.01.13 Lord Green welcomes £1bn regeneration scheme
Further inward investment from Australian giant Westfield will bring a jobs boost to Croydon and has been welcomed by the trade and investment minister
17.01.13 Chinese firm selects Manchester for innovation centre
A Chinese investment firm’s subsidiary has announced that its pioneering UK research centre will be in Manchester.
16.01.13 Government Unveils Healthcare Sector Export Champion
Healthcare UK, the new organisation set up to promote Britain’s world leading healthcare sector to international customers, will be launched in the Middle East at a major international trade show this month.
16.01.13 UK Success in Republic of Korea
On 15 January the Republic of Korea announced that AgustaWestland had won the contract to supply the AW159 helicopter to the Republic of Korea (ROK) to satisfy their Maritime Operational Helicopter (MOH) requirement.
14.01.13 Marine industry to target growth beyond Eurozone horizons
Exciting opportunities to export to countries like China, Brazil and South Korea have been identified and must be grasped by the British marine industry to help them deliver growth, Business Minister Michael Fallon said today.
14.01.13 New advisers to help North East's larger businesses
Two new advisers have joined the UKTI team in the North East to help the region’s larger businesses take up the export for growth challenge under a new UKTI MSB programme.
11.01.13 Search Launched For 1,000 New Exporters In North West
A search is being launched to find 1,000 new exporters in the North West during 2013, to help give a boost to the region’s economy.
10.01.13 The Brazil Effect: UK Companies Tap into Brazil’s Commercial Potential
UK companies are benefiting from the varied commercial opportunities available across all sectors in Brazil — as a recent Brazilian Attractiveness Survey shows.
08.01.13 Sypro targets Chinese opportunities
An East Yorkshire construction firm is looking towards the lucrative Chinese market after securing a ground-breaking contract in Hong Kong.
07.01.13 Tea producer brews up expansion plan
A Cornwall estate manager has been invited to Downing Street to celebrate a unique achievement - selling tea to China.
04.01.13 Land Warfare Conference 2012
UKTI DSO successfully attended the Land Warfare Conference (LWC) Exhibition 2012 which was held in the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Victoria, Australia from Monday 29th October until Friday 2nd November.
04.01.13 PM launches International Festival for Business
Liverpool has begun the countdown to the International Festival for Business in 2014.
02.01.13 First export order for UK sauce maker
A sauce manufacturer has won its first ever international order thanks to UKTI's scheme for novice exporters.
28.12.12 Sausage firm celebrates export success
British sausages are being sold around the world in their millions thanks to the success of a Yorkshire-based meat producer.
28.12.12 Canadian Prairies outlook
The December 2012 edition of our regular newsletter outlines stories and opportunities in the oil & gas sector in the Canadian Prairies.
24.12.12 British brands win fans in Russia
UKTI Russia promotes British goods and services at British Brands reception in Ekaterinburg.
21.12.12 Typhoon success in Oman
The Sultanate of Oman today agreed to purchase 12 Typhoon aircraft, associated support and 8 Hawk 128 aircraft.
20.12.12 Nissan announces Infiniti boost for North East
Japanese giant Nissan has announced a £250 million investment in its North East plant to manufacture a new luxury model.
18.12.12 New adviser to help companies capitalise on export growth
A new adviser has joined the UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) team in the North East to help companies capitalise on export growth.
18.12.12 Ford scoops top magazine award
A South Tyneside firm has picked up a major prize at the highly-prestigious EEF Future Manufacturing Awards in recognition of its exporting success.
17.12.12 A Window Of Opportunity
This month the Mexican Congress passed a bill containing the biggest reform in labour laws the country has seen in forty-two years.
17.12.12 Food exporters 'should target south-east Asia'
There are plenty of opportunities for UK food exporters in south-east Asia, according to the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO).
14.12.12 Cyber Security Seminar/Exhibition UKTI Switzerland Bern
UKTI staff in the British Embassy Bern organised a Cyber Security Seminar/Exhibition on 27 November 2012. It was supported and attended by the UKTI Defence & Security Organisation London.
13.12.12 Cameron heaps praise on automotive sector
David Cameron has heaped praise on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and the UK automotive sector as a whole for the positive impact it is having on Britain's economy.
13.12.12 Whizz Education tie up new education contract in Thailand with help from UKTI
A Thai version of online tutoring service, Maths-Whizz, is planned for launch in Thailand mid-2013.
13.12.12 Exports Drive group’s high annual profits
Lancashire-based Driver Group is celebrating annual profits that are 220% higher than last year.
12.12.12 GKN agrees Australian distribution deal
GKN Wheels’ export business continues to go from strength to strength.
11.12.12 Share of £70m boost will help reinforce East Midlands' export growth
Derbyshire firm wrap up order worth over £25,000 for Italian Navy.
11.12.12 Top UK Universities visit Ecuador
The UK Trade and Investment team at the British Embassy in Quito hosted a magnificent event with key British universities on the 5th and 6th of November 2012, funded by the Commercial Diplomacy Fund.
10.12.12 Software giant to open European office in UK
American software company MapR has chosen to base its European headquarters in the UK.
07.12.12 Explore Your growth with ‘Incubate for Export’
Are you ready to grow? Are you looking for ways to grow and develop your business? Considering growth through “Selling Internationally”?
07.12.12 New Regional Director for UK Trade & Investment West Midlands
From Sydney to Solihull: Paul Noon brings wealth of experience from postings across the globe to help West Midlands firms
07.12.12 Surrey data experts record Middle East success
A small Surrey firm whose IT programme helps business decision makers and front-line managers drill through millions of data records to get information they need is headed for a record year.
06.12.12 Offshore wind sector seeks export boost
The UK’s successful offshore wind sector is promoting its expertise in Paris today, as 40 British firms seek new overseas trade.
06.12.12 ‘Mission possible’ for South West businesses considering overseas trade
UKTI South West has announced a series of overseas trade missions next year to help unlock international trade opportunities for small and medium sized businesses in the region.
06.12.12 Prime Minister Announces £50m Funding for Project to Regenerate Old Street Roundabout
Major new investments from companies and government announced in Tech City. Success of Tech City hailed by the Prime Minister as global giants commit to the cluster.
05.12.12 Derby firms rush in on Russian and Brazilian sporting deals
Following the Trade Minister-led mission in Russia last week, Derby firms had the chance to meet a Russian business expert - without having to leave the country.
03.12.12 Merseyside Firm Hailed As Export Champions For The North West
International Trade spells success for Haydock firm with $6 million order
03.12.12 Boost for UK Automotive Supply Chains
The Government has set up a unique opportunity so global car manufacturers can meet UK companies to identify further opportunities to invest in this country and localise supply chains.
30.11.12 University helps forge better China links
A UK university has become only the third in Europe to open a business-focused institute that will help to improve links with China.
29.11.12 Emergency Services Show 2012
Despite some inhospitable weather, UKTI DSO exhibited at the 2012 edition of the Emergency Services Show, which was once again held at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry.
29.11.12 Architecture firm secures Nigeria contract
A Manchester-based architecture firm has secured a lucrative contract in Africa.
28.11.12 UK Business partnership with Kuwait boosted by new deals
British firms are being urged to explore new trade opportunities with Kuwait as the UK welcomes His Highness the Emir of Kuwait on a three day state visit.
28.11.12 INDO Defence Exhibition 2012
Fresh from his successful State Visit, President Bambang Yudhuyono attended the final day of the 5th Indo Defence Exhibition in Jakarta.
27.11.12 Russian trade mission aims for export boost
British firms are being urged to explore new trade opportunities with Russia as a three-day trade mission to the UK’s fastest growing major export market begins today.
26.11.12 Software firm secures lucrative Australia contracts
Software company Chrysalis-Solmotive Ltd has secured a contract in Australia worth more than £500,000.
26.11.12 Fifty-one new Foxhound vehicles for the front line
The MOD is investing £46m in acquiring fifty-one new Foxhound patrol vehicles for soldiers serving on the front line in Afghanistan.
26.11.12 ADS and SASAD sign MOU
ADS, the UK Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space industries organisation and SASAD, Turkish Defence and Aerospace Industry Manufacturers Association signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
26.11.12 Turkey Defence Industry Cooperation Meeting
The 4th Defence Industry Cooperation Meeting between UKTI DSO and the Turkish Ministry of National Defence was held on 20/21 November in Ankara.
23.11.12 Beef exports boosted as Russia lifts ban
British meat producers are set to cash in after Russia lifted its UK imports ban.
23.11.12 Thales to supply STARStreak to Royal Thai Army
Thales UK will supply the STARStreak air defence missile system to the Royal Thai Army under a contract announced on 15 November.
23.11.12 An unparalleled opportunity for UK companies in Poland
Get in touch with UKTI Warsaw - we can help you win business in the dynamic, fast growing Polish market where there are many opportunities for both large and SME companies.
22.11.12 UKTI promotes UK aerospace expertise at ASD Convention
UK aerospace delegation develops its links in Portugal at ASD Convention with help from UKTI Lisbon.
21.11.12 Manufacturer plans to build on export success
A Welsh company is stepping up its successful exports strategy after securing contracts with two major international companies.
21.11.12 South West businesses set to explore Czech Republic and Slovakia trade opportunities
10 businesses from across the South West looking to trade in Central Europe will be taking part in a trade mission to the Czech Republic and Slovakia this month.
20.11.12 Jaguar Land Rover strikes £1bn China manufacturing deal
A British car manufacturer has agreed a lucrative £1bn contract to manufacture vehicles in China.
19.11.12 Hundreds of South West businesses congregate at ExploreExport 2012
Over 250 businesses from across the South West visited Bristol last week to take part in the region’s biggest international trade event, ExploreExport 2012.
16.11.12 UK internet firm expands into Europe
An enterprising British company supplying themed goods for children's parties has launched a website in Germany.
13.11.12 Perfect sandwich promotes English beef in Italy
UKTI Italy helps English beef and lamb organisation, Eblex promote its products to the Italian market at the Salone del Gusto and Terra Madre exhibition in Turin.
12.11.12 New Trade Envoys and Business Investment to Boost Trade Links
The Prime Minister is today announcing the appointments of eight Trade Envoys, who will promote trade for UK businesses in selected high-growth and developing markets around the world.
12.11.12 Export Week helps North East firms’ export growth take-off
North East firms have been urged to take up the international trade challenge and see their export growth take off during a special week-long programme of events launched today.
12.11.12 Export Week Takes British Business Global
Businesses and Government are working together to help more companies boost their overseas sales.
08.11.12 The opportunities of exporting to emerging markets
Well-prepared UK exporters are increasingly focussing on the dynamic down-the-line opportunities offered by the world’s emerging economies.
08.11.12 Gearing up for global entrepreneurship Week
The world’s largest campaign to promote entrepreneurship globally is happening next week
06.11.12 New Role Gives West Midlands Exporters Access To Local Finance Expertise
West Midlands exporters are set to benefit from a new export finance expert with the appointment of an Export Finance Adviser tasked with helping exporters get access to finance for their export needs.
05.11.12 UK and UNICEF innovation leaders converge in Copenhagen
UK technology transfer specialists work with UNICEF Innovation Team to build relationships and develop products for commercialisation.
05.11.12 Trade boost planned for UK and United Arab Emirates
Plans to increase trade between Britain and the UAE to £12 billion by 2015 are on track, businesses told Ministers from both countries today.
05.11.12 Nottingham web expert urges firms to rev up for overseas trade
A Nottingham internet expert is urging firms to make the most of search engines to boost international trade - and also offering companies the chance to put their website under the microscope.
02.11.12 UK device offers cancer diagnosis hope
A revolutionary new cancer-diagnosing device is being developed by researchers in the UK.
01.11.12 British wave project set for global impact
A pair of UK entrepreneurs have developed a groundbreaking new system to produce fresh water from the sea which has been hailed as potentially "world changing".
31.10.12 Heseltine Review calls for capital power shift
Lord Heseltine has urged the Government to boost growth in the regions by "going further and faster" in shifting power out of Whitehall.
30.10.12 UKTI to host series of South West events during Export Week
Local businesses have less than two weeks to register for a series of events designed to inspire international trade across the South West.
29.10.12 Urban Front US Sales
Urban Front Ltd, British Designer & Manufacturerof Contemporary Steel Reinforced Doors, Announces US Sales Representation & New ‘c Range’
29.10.12 Online service for small businesses launched
Today a free online service has been launched to provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with information, advice and guidance on exporting overseas.
29.10.12 Sector offered North Sea exploration licences
Ministers have revealed they are acting to make UK waters “a fertile landscape for investors”.
26.10.12 Help for North East firm's export journeys to take off
North East companies which have never sold their goods and services beyond the UK are being urged to get on board with a new initiative launched by UK Trade & Investment.
25.10.12 China next for UK food entrepreneur
A British female entrepreneur who has already tasted success in the US is now turning her attention to Asia.
24.10.12 North East firms urged to Explore Export
North East firms are being urged to take up the international trade challenge and explore export opportunities during a special week-long programme of events.
23.10.12 Sheffield firms join export scheme
A new scheme to help Sheffield businesses expand into international markets has been launched.
22.10.12 Joanna Shields to lead Tech City Investment Organisation
The Givernment has announced the appointment of Joanna Shields as head of the Tech City Investment organisation
19.10.12 UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills visits South Africa
Tough Times, Good Visit . Dr Vince Cable, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, paid a short but fully packed visit to South Africa on 10 and 11 October
18.10.12 Small firms given headstart to export
A new service providing practical support for UK businesses to export to high growth markets in South East Asia was unveiled today.
18.10.12 Help for firms’ export journeys to take off
Companies which have never sold their goods and services beyond the UK are being urged to get on board with two new UKTI initiatives: £99 introductory visits to Europe and free local workshops designed to get them ready to export.
16.10.12 Businesses urged to compete for growing Low Carbon Opportunities
Low carbon business opportunities in Brazil and South Korea stretch into billions of pounds, two reports published by UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) reveal.
11.10.12 Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister welcome Airbus deal with Turkish Airlines
The Prime Minister David Cameron and Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg have today welcomed a deal for Airbus to provide 15 new A330 planes to Turkish Airlines, which is expected to be worth at least £400m to the UK
10.10.12 UK Trade & Investment refreshes board in drive to double exports
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) has appointed seven new board members as the Government’s international business development body reorganises itself in the drive to double exports to £1 trillion a year by 2020
04.10.12 Emerging Europe in the spotlight: rail for growth
A joint Polish-Romanian trade mission is in London this week to highlight the business opportunities presented by the rail sector in the two largest markets in Central and Eastern Europe.
03.10.12 Deputy Prime Minister visits Turkey to secure deals for British business
Deputy PM Nick Clegg’s visit to Turkey aims to strengthen UK-Turkey bilateral trade.
01.10.12 Scotland scores medical research coup
Scotland is to be promoted across the world as an ideal area to conduct clinical trials.
01.10.12 UK companies win Brazilian contracts as PM launches Brazil trade drive
Leicestershire baby wear firm’s Rio deal set to help boost export sales.
01.10.12 Up to £9 million funding to help SMEs export
Trade Minister Lord Green announces a series of measures worth £9 million to get SMEs exporting.
01.10.12 Additional Funding to Help UK SMEs Export
£13 million of funding has been awarded by the Government to help 10,000 more British firms export.
28.09.12 UK companies win Brazilian contracts as PM launches Brazil trade drive
Prime Minister David Cameron is leading a high level delegation of over 50 companies this week to Brazil
28.09.12 London 2012 inspires British firms to go for gold in Rio
London’s successful summer of sport has left British firms in a great position to gain lucrative trade deals
27.09.12 UK firm seals £1.7m German bakery deal
A UK food equipment firm has secured a deal with a German bakery worth more than £1 million.
25.09.12 Healthcare Technology Firm Agrees India Deal
Avacta has signed a deal to distribute its Optim device in India.
24.09.12 UK Trade and Investment lead creative mission to Brazil
A group of UK creative companies are set to embark on a mission to Brazil in a bid to demonstrate UK creativity and boost trade.
21.09.12 Kuwait Ministry of Health visit Sheffield & London to discuss nurse training
Kuwait’s Ministry of Health visited the UK recently where they meet with Sheffield Hallam University, to discuss the provision of nurse leadership training for senior nurses working in Kuwait.
18.09.12 Cyclofluidic opens new laboratory
Cyclofluidic has announced the opening of a new laboratory that will be used to make and screen potential drug molecules.
13.09.12 Greater Manchester Brings Music to the Masses with an Un-Conventional Collective
A music organisation, which put on its first ever event in Salford, is now bringing together independent music practitioners worldwide, from Nepal to Uganda.
10.09.12 East of England export leader welcomes boost in region’s international sales
UK Trade & Investment Regional Director Liz Basing has welcomed the news that East of England exports maintained steady growth for the second quarter of 2012
10.09.12 Seb Coe, Lord Green: work continues to realise Olympic business legacy
Trade Minister Lord Green and Olympics Legacy Ambassador Seb Coe today vowed to build on the success of the Olympic and Paralympic Games by working with industry to promote British skills, products and services around the world.
07.09.12 New Turkish Commercial Code
The new Turkish Commercial Code (TCC) which came into force on 1st July 2012 has introduced a number of very important changes. The current law has seen no major amendments since it came into effect in 1956.
07.09.12 Looking to grow your business? Talk to UKTI Romania
Major EU funding to Romania opens up the prospect of opportunities for UK companies in key sectors such as environment, water, railways and agriculture, as well as in managing infrastructure projects.
07.09.12 East Midlands exports up for first six months of 2012
East Midlands business leaders comment on latest regional export statistics: First six months of 2012 show exports are up compared to last year.
06.09.12 Cheshire Firm Generates Profits With Overseas Sales
A Cheshire company, which designs and manufactures specialist generators for oil and gas extraction sites, is enjoying success overseas.
05.09.12 UK-Taipei Sports Agreement Gives British Firms Access to Contracts Worth £750m
Taipei City Government's Mayor Hau and UK Trade & Investment Chief Executive, Nick Baird, will today sign a Host2Host Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop deeper relations between the UK and Taipei City as it prepares to deliver the 2017 Universiade for elite university athletes.
03.09.12 Willetts Welcomes Innovation in Assistive Medical Technologies
Today's Global Summit at the British Business Embassy has seen high profile medical technology initiatives from UK business.
02.09.12 More Opportunities for British Business Highlighted as Paralympics keeps Global Spotlight on London
International summit will showcase UK innovation in assistive medical technologies.
20.08.12 The sky’s the limit for Warwickshire IT company
A Warwickshire IT company has secured £176,000 worth of business following a successful UK Trade & Investment funded visit to the recent Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Toronto, Canada.
16.08.12 Chinese International Capital Corporation
China International Capital Corporation Limited (CICC) was the first joint venture investment bank in China.
16.08.12 Athena Business Psychologists
In late 2011, Anjana Nathwani decided to devise a range of programmes that would help organisations to thrive by getting the best out of their staff. She set up Athena Business Psychologists, bringing together a team of business psychologists and human resources professionals.
16.08.12 East Midlands winner of young entrepreneur contest unveiled at British Business Embassy
Felicity Milton, an international sportswoman and engineer, has won gold at a nationwide young entrepreneurs competition at the British Business Embassy.
11.08.12 Business Leaders Join Ministers to Hail Olympic Boost for UK Economy
Ministers today vowed to capitalise on the success of the Olympics by working with UK firms to realise an international business legacy.
09.08.12 Top Brands Announce Expansion Plans at British Business Embassy Retail, Food and Drink Summit
British firms announced substantial UK and overseas investment at the British Business Embassy Retail, Food and Drink summit in London today..
07.08.12 Top energy firms announce major UK investments at London 2012 summit
Chancellor George Osborne and Business Secretary Vince Cable will today welcome substantial new investment in the UK as international delegates from the world’s oil and gas companies meet at the British Business Embassy in London.
06.08.12 Government announces £100 million fund for green investment and welcomes new jobs
The Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg will set out today how the renewable energy sector is delivering vital investment and jobs to the UK.
03.08.12 ICT firms announce expansion plans at London 2012 Summit
Boost for East London as Tech City attracts new investment
02.08.12 £29 million for life sciences research announced at British Business Embassy
Ministers will announce substantial new funding awards to boost the UK life sciences industry, as UK and international delegates meet in London for the British Business Embassy Life Sciences summit.
01.08.12 Olympians and Pilot of World’s Fastest Car Join Forces at Showcase for Best of British Education
Inspiring the next generation will be the theme at the British Business Embassy today as 120 UK and international delegates will explore how sport, science and technology can be used to inspire young people to further study.
31.07.12 Olympic Designer Stella McCartney & James Bond Producer Michael G. Wilson Lead Creative Charge
Fashion designer Stella McCartney, who designed Team GB’s performance kit, and James Bond producer Michael G. Wilson OBE will be among those showcasing the UK’s creative talent to international businesses today, at the British Business Embassy.
26.07.12 Billions of pounds of UK investment announced at the British Business Embassy
Over £1 billion of deals and projects expected to be announced this summer as businesses capitalise on the Olympics.
26.07.12 Jobs boost as UK attracts increased overseas investment
Strong inward investment into the UK economy created or secured more than 112,000 jobs in 2011/12, a rise of 19 per cent on the preceding year, new figures showed today.
19.07.12 New export support for businesses in the East of England
Find out about a new export support for businesses in the east of england
17.07.12 Mayor Boris Johnson welcomes leading social media company HootSuite in London
The Mayor of London has hailed the arrival of Canadian social media management company, HootSuite, as it launched its European headquarters today in the capital.
16.07.12 Cheese supplier wins at export awards
A County Durham cheese supplier has won the top prize at the North East Exporters Awards..
12.07.12 British Business Club gears up for unique networking opportunity at 2012 Games
With just two weeks to go until the eve of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, London will become the epicentre for not just the world’s top athletes but also their countries’ business leaders, wanting to capitalise on the greatest business networking opportunity the world has ever seen.
09.07.12 Debenhams unveils German site
Debenhams has lifted the lid on a new website designed for the German market.The iconic British firm is the first UK department store to design a website specifically for Germany.
09.07.12 Conference facilities available at UKTI Spain
UKTI Madrid and Barcelona now offer conference room and equipment facilities for use by UK companies.
06.07.12 Machine tool refurbishment opportunities in Sverdlovsk
Obtain a unique report summarising the potential demand for the repair and refurbishment of metal-cutting equipment in the Sverdlovsk Region - one of major industrial centres of Russia.
06.07.12 China Networking Club (North East)
Want to network with other companies in the North East who’ve had experience of the Chinese market? – then join the club!
05.07.12 Lord Green hails top European inward investment ranking for the UK
Trade and Investment Minister Lord Green has welcomed today's UN's World Investment Report, which has confirmed that the UK is the top destination in Europe for inward investment.
05.07.12 Prime Minister: Games will bring £13bn benefit to economy
Prime Minister David Cameron today delivered a speech on the legacy of the Olympics for the UK economy, and other key areas of British life
02.07.12 New appointment: East Midlands’ firms helped to focus on China
UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) has appointed a China specialist for the East Midlands, in conjunction with the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC).
29.06.12 Omega Diagnostics
Established in Scotland in 1987, Omega Diagnostics Ltd initially specialised in developing screening and confirmation tests for infectious diseases. The company’s products have been used in the fight against malaria, tuberculosis and dengue fever in the developing world.
27.06.12 Fibrelite Wins Exporter Award at the Yorkshire Business Masters Awards 2012
Yorkshire based Fibrelite, the world’s leading and largest manufacturer of fibreglass access covers has won the Yorkshire Exporter Award, sponsored by Leeds Metropolitan University. The judging panel included The Bank of England.
27.06.12 Leading Tech Firm Sets Up in London
Kaltura, the US firm that developed the first open-source online video platform and the company behind the fast-growing London Video Meetup, has opened its European HQ in London.
25.06.12 East Midlands Export Chief’s Germany Meet
Peter Hogarth, the East Midlands UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) director met with the mayor of a German town twinned with Nottingham, as part of a group aiming to attract investment into Nottingham from Germany, and increase exports to the country.
22.06.12 UKTI Takes UK Trade Mission To Burma
A trade mission of British businesses will visit Burma next month.
22.06.12 Exports from North West businesses reach all time high
The value of exports from North West businesses has reached its highest ever level, according to the latest statistics.
21.06.12 Lord Green welcomes UK-Mexico memorandum of understanding on tourism
Trade & Investment Minister Lord Green has welcomed a memorandum of understanding between tourism agency VisitBritain and the Mexico Tourism Board that was signed yesterday.
21.06.12 World’s fourth largest pension fund arrives in UK
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and Trade & Investment Minister Lord Green today welcomed the National Pension Service of Korea (NPS) to the UK, as its London office was officially opened.
21.06.12 UK-Mexican deals announced as Prime Minister meets Mexican leader
Details have now been released of projects and deals involving UK and Mexican firms
21.06.12 Prime Minister leads business delegation to Mexico
Prime Minister David Cameron is leading a high level delegation of over 25 companies this week to Mexico
14.06.12 Holding the torch aloft for international trade in the North West
Martin Uden, Managing Director for the British Business Embassy at UK Trade & Investment, will be in Liverpool to act as an Olympic torch bearer
13.06.12 Derby firm demonstrate benefits of exporting: More staff and bigger premises
How a Derby research and development company are highlighting the rewards of exporting with help from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI).
11.06.12 UK firms seek new business in Baltic States and Finland
Trade and Investment Minister Lord Green begins a visit to Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia and Finland today, focused on developing trading links with the UK and attracting new investment. For part of the visit he will be accompanied by a trade delegation from Yorkshire and the Humber.
18.05.12 UKTI Enhance their Gateway to Global Growth Programme
The worldwide market is fast-moving and dynamic and you cannot afford to stand still. So to help East of England exporters stay ahead of the game, UK Trade & Investment are enhancing our Gateway to Global Growth programme.
18.05.12 UK – Danish eHealth Leaders converge in Copenhagen
Leaders from both the British and Danish private and public health sectors met at the start of May 2012 at the UK Trade and Investments inaugural eHealth Leadership Forum in Copenhagen.
08.05.12 Vince Cable welcomes £20 million overseas investment in Oxford
Element Six today (8 May) announced that the company will invest £20 million constructing the world’s largest and most sophisticated synthetic supermaterials research and development facility in Harwell, Oxford.
02.05.12 UK Companies are urged to compete for £20 billion of construction projects in Brazil
UK Trade & Investment is urging UK companies to bid for more than £20 billion ($32 billion) of infrastructure projects in Brazil. The contracts relate to the Pedra de Ferro mining project, the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics.
01.05.12 Stunning new look for London’s transport “super-hub” - ready for 2012 Games
The recently completed transformation of an iconic London railway station includes Europe’s largest single-span station structure and a new western concourse.
20.04.12 Care.com, the Largest Online Marketplace for Finding Care in the US, Announces UK Expansion
UK Families and Carers to Receive Free Access to Care.com until 1st June.
17.04.12 UK Trade & Investment highlights exciting business opportunities in Russia
UK Trade & Investment is today running an opportunities seminar at MACH 2012 to promote the exciting business prospects in the advanced engineering sector in Russia. Engineering and manufacturing companies from around the UK are attending.
29.03.12 Olympian Steve Parry places the spotlight on the business opportunities generated by the games
Olympic medallist Steve Parry and Sir Alan Collins today promoted the extensive international business programme to be run during the Games by UKTI.
28.03.12 Multi-billion pound opportunities for UK firms in Hong Kong
With an ambitious £29 billion worth of investment scheduled up to 2015-16, Hong Kong is sending a clear message to the British companies to invest in many of their key large scale infrastructure projects.
27.03.12 UK Trade & Investment showcases sustainable manufacturing firms to international audience
UK Trade & Investment is today hosting the International Business Exchange Conference on Clean and Energy Efficient Production.
21.02.12 UKTI signs Strategic Agreement with Council of British Chambers of Commerce in Europe
UK Trade & Investment and the Council for British Chambers of Commerce in Europe have signed a new agreement to look at ways to work together to support British companies doing business in Europe.
15.02.12 Lord Green promotes UK business in Far East
The Minister for Trade & Investment, Lord Green, has today begun a four day visit to South East Asia as part of Government’s trade effort.
14.02.12 Exporting the love…
Millions of pounds worth of roses, bubbly and chocolates are exported from the UK annually - in time for the most romantic day of the year.
03.02.12 World’s biggest creative technology group opens global HQ in Oxford
SAE Institute today opened its world headquarters at its largest campus to date in Oxford
06.01.12 Entrepreneurs Visa helps Oil & Gas specialists expand internationally
The Entrepreneurs Visa gave Canyon Oil & Gas the means to grow their company internationally by setting up in the UK
Business Secretary Dr Vince Cable and Foreign Secretary William Hague, have launched a UK Trade & Investment campaign to encourage more British companies to export to Asia’s high growth and emerging markets.
21.09.11 PM maximises economic potential of London 2012
Plans to generate at least £1 billion in Olympic business boost and attract four million extra visitors
16.09.11 Industry leaders back government’s STEM skills drive
Tech City Investment Organisation hosts event to encourage local young people to opt for a career in technology.