UK Trade & Investment 2015

The UK Trade & Investment held its 7th Export Week this May.

Across the week various events were held all over the UK, aimed at business to encourage them to start their export journey or increase their international business.

Commenting at the close of Export Week, Phil Smith, Managing Director of Business West said:

"Export Week has once again proven successful in the South West, with great interest from businesses attending workshops, webinars and events in the region.  The week-long series of events were both to encourage businesses to start exporting as well as to help seasoned exporters grow into new markets.  

"There is no doubt that South West businesses benefited greatly from the learning and networking that took place in each county. Highly skilled experts spoke about a range of different topics, such as food labelling, aid funded business and international ecommerce.  With innovation and growth at the forefront of Export Week.

"We know that striking out into new and unfamiliar markets can be daunting, but many more South West companies could and should be taking advantage of the opportunities these markets offer.

"A fitting end to Export Week has been Business West winning Insider South West Advisory Team of the Year. We are very proud of our team who can help on all things international - to all types of businesses - from those just considering starting to export as well as helping established exporters with essential documentation and ensuring that they get paid."