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The economic landscape of the UK has shifted massively since both Brexit and the pandemic. A nation that once used to build and manufacture its GDP now relies heavily on a financial services heart as trade with our closest major market becomes increasingly difficult post-EU departure. And this has led to difficulties around productivity, and
We are proud to report that we recently won another prestigious business award, being voted ‘Export Consultant of the Year’ in the Corporate Live Wire Innovation & Excellence Global Awards. Global Awards receive 31000 nominations across various categories and are awarded by voters in 36 countries. They celebrate the success and achievements of leading professionals
Do you want to learn the secrets of selling internationally from export experts with over 30 years of experience helping businesses expand globally? Then this webinar is for you. On Wednesday 31st January at 12pm, SIITACE (The Society of Independent International Trade Advisors & Customs Experts) is presenting an exciting online event where they’ll share
“The facts are clear. Businesses which trade internationally are more resilient, more sustainable, employ more people and are more profitable.” Those are the words of Marco Forgione, director general of the Institute of Export and International Trade. And a new report suggests we can add another adjective to that list – more productive. A feasibility
Research commissioned by the British Beauty Council has found that Brexit has severely impacted the UK beauty sector, with SMEs especially affected. The research, conducted by Oxford Economics, found that customs delays, increased costs associated with cross-border trade and a reduction in skilled EU workers entering the UK economy have shrunk the value of the
It’s December already and another year is nearly over. Thoughts turn to the Christmas festivities and the New Year looming. Is 2024 the year you will look to expand your business into international markets? There’s a world of opportunity out there waiting for your product or service. But how ready are you for the export
Is your business ready to expand globally and capitalise on a world of opportunities that awaits? You can assess your readiness for export with our free Export Readiness Quiz! Answer just 16 questions and we’ll provide you with an Export Readiness Score and breakdown of the areas where you need to pay attention to be in a
A straw poll as part of UK exporters has unearthed how unprepared most are for upcoming changes to the British border and how they will affect them. Taken on an Institute of Export & International Trade webinar, just 6% of attendees said they were ‘completely clear’ about upcoming changes, whilst 16% said they were ‘clear’.
Last weekend I went to see a special immersive planetarium film experience celebrating 50 years since the launch of this iconic album. It was quite an event, with the music and visual effects combining to create a truly wonderful experience. You had the feeling of walking on the moon and pushing the boundaries of the
The Department for Business and Trade has announced a new trade agreement with Washington state. The deal, or memorandum of understanding on trade, is the sixth such agreement that’s been made which in total offers UK businesses further opportunities to tap into markets worth £2.2tn. BREAKING: tonight the UK will sign a memorandum of understanding
In a recent piece for The New Statement whilst discussing Peter Forster’s book ‘What went wrong with Brexit and what we can do about it’, Andrew Marr has highlighted how UK SMEs are struggling to export to the EU and are increasingly deciding not to. He says there is an ongoing contraction happening as firms
The government has delayed plans to introduce checks on imported food products once again. The post-Brexit checks on fresh farm produce and plants from the EU into the UK were meant to begin in October, however, concerns over supply chain readiness, delays and potential inflationary cost increases have seen the roll-out pushed back once more.
Ever wondered why some strategies, which thrive at home, fail spectacularly overseas? What are the secrets to international success? This real-life example will help us to identify those secrets. Once upon a time, IKEA, the global retail giant, faced an interesting dilemma. When they first expanded into Russia, they thought their tried-and-tested format – self-assembled,
At Go Exporting, we know how critical exports can be to the long-term success of a business – it’s something we talk about all the time! And we love it when we see other businesses embodying that view. And new research from Alibaba in partnership with the Institute of Export and International Trade has shown
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to go from a local sensation to a global powerhouse, then I’ve got a story that will captivate your imagination and transform your perspective. Brace yourself for an extraordinary tale of triumph against all odds. Once upon a time, in the glamorous world of fashion, there was a
Are you looking to take your business to the next level and capitalise on the opportunities that the global marketplace presents? If you’re thinking about exporting for the first time, then you need this free Lunch and Learn webinar with Go Exporting CEO Mike Wilson taking place on 18th July at 12pm. In the webinar,
The latest economic data from the Office for National Statistics has shown the value of UK exports rising as the trade deficit narrows. As part of the ONS’ economic update, showing GDP returning to growth of 0.2% in April and 0.1% in Q1 overall, data highlighted how the value of UK exports rose in April
Rishi Sunak and Joe Biden announced a new economic agreement this week, designed to strengthen critical supply chains as well as support investments in future technologies. The Declaration recognises the already close ties between the two nations whilst this new agreement sets out a pathway to strengthen those economic bonds to move quicker and increasingly
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The UK has officially joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). As of 15th December last year, the UK became the first European member with 11 other partners including Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore and Vietnam. The joining of the trade bloc has been marked
UK exporters are facing an uphill battle right now as the latest available data for Q3 2024 showed steep declines in export volumes. Data from the ONS showed a near 10% month-on-month decline in UK goods exports in September alone, which included a 10.9% fall in EU goods exports. Outside the EU, volumes fell by
For many in the corporate world, Friday the 20th will mark the last full working day. Slack and Teams channels are muted, out-of-office messages are switched on, and thank-you emails are sent to key clients, partners, and colleagues. First, let’s spare a thought for the retail workers, the delivery drivers, the medical professionals, logistics, exporters,
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