Reach new export markets

Companies that trade internationally are more competitive, have increased levels of productivity and enjoy higher than average growth than companies which restrict their business to domestic markets, according to independent research.
And more importantly in today’s economic climate, these companies are also able to deal more effectively with domestic downturns.

Within our region the following support is available:

UK Trade and Investment (UKTI)
The UKTI has teams of individual trade advisors in over 100 markets across the world, with a local network in Yorkshire and Humber. This local network incorporates access to sector specialists and advice from a wider UKTI team, including a research team dedicated to identifying suitable overseas markets for businesses. A range of programmes provide information about finding the right international opportunities for your business these include:

  • Passport to Export

Includes a free export health check to determine whether your company is right for export, free export advice, quality training and ongoing support.

  • In-market research and advice

Puts you directly in touch with overseas UKTI experts, based in your chosen market, who will develop a programme of support which includes identifying potential customers. Read more about the Overseas Market Itroduction Service (OMIS)

  • Targeted Export Support Scheme (TESS)

Over £6 million of grants to help you develop an export strategy for your business, whether you’re promoting a new product/service into an existing export market, or taking an existing product/service to a new market. The funding can be used for a wide range of activities from website development and translations to overseas trade shows. Read more about TESS  

All businesses working with UKTI have a dedicated contact delivering an efficient service to meet your needs.

TradeYorkshire
TradeYorkshire is operated by UKTI and aims to help regional businesses succeed overseas. They can help new exporters find the right help with getting started and understanding the export process and also experienced exporters in developing new and more difficult international markets:

  • Access to free targeted support and opportunities that can make a real difference to businesses via the TradeYorkshire business database
  • Relevant news and events
  • Market information and guidance on cultural and trading differences

Other key trade programmes available in the region include:

Other useful information
Take UK Trade and Investment’s online test to assess your company’s export capabilities – need to add a link, ask me about it

Read more about the help that’s available on TradeYorkshire
Assess the health of your business  
Export basics  
Practical exporting  
Trading with partners  
Using the UK Trade Tariff  

To find out more about the FREE business support services available from Business Link Yorkshire visit www.businesslinkyorkshire.co.uk or call 0845 60 48 048.