UKTI events and overseas visits
Global trade is vital to the UK's economy. The UK is the world's seond largest exporter of commercial services and the eighth largest exporter of merchandise. As a partner of those wishing to access new markets, Knowsley Chamber acts both in advising and lobbying, providing businesses with information to them succeed and prosper overseas.
There are regular trade missions and events (see below for more).
North West market vist to the giants
of the Southern Cone of Latin America, Argentina, Brazil and
Chile
20 November - 3 December 2011
Argentina is now the
22nd largest world economy and Buenos Aires feels and is very
European and pro British. The market in Argentina grew by 7.5% in
2010. Brazil is the fifth-largest country in the
world with a population of around 185 million people. It has one of
the world's most rapidly developing economies & a GDP per head
greater than either India or China. Chile is
widely recognised as the best managed economy in South America and
has enjoyed regular periods of steady growth. It has long been open
to foreign investment, including from the UK which is the 4th
largest investor in Chile.
Opportunities exist in the following Sectors:
Advanced Engineering Education &
Training Life Sciences Aerospace Healthcare Machinery Automotive
ICT Security Consultancy Infrastructure Sports Projects
What is on offer?
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Security of a group visit with
recommended travel and accommodation itinerary*
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Experienced on hand support from
UKTI International Trade Advisers
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UKTI Market Visit Support Grant of
£1285 for eligible NW businesses visiting all 3 markets
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In-depth market research &
identification of contacts in the market appropriate to your
business supplied by your UKTI NW via Overseas Market Introduction
Service (chargeable)
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A pre organised group itinerary of
in-market briefing, business appointments with local organisations
and in-market UK support organisation (included in the registration
fee)
*The recommended travel package
will be a guide only. Delegates are responsible for making their
own arrangements.
Other service
available Overseas Market Introduction Service - UKTI can
offer tailor-made research for your business by providing a market
and sector overview, identifying potential business contacts, and /
or scheduling meetings in the market. This is chargeable service,
depending on the depth of research required.
Registration of
Interest
Please complete the form overleaf
& send to Jackie Nolan by fax to 0161 875 2234 or email
events@uktinorthwest.co.uk
Deadline for submission of
registration is: Friday 16th September 2011
