Your business may have an established UK market. There’s often no reason why it couldn’t successfully compete overseas too. But before you start exporting you need to have a good knowledge of your potential new markets. You will have to consider whether your products are right for each market. And whether you have the necessary resources to expand.
Many exporters take part in trade missions. They value being able to share experiences with like-minded people. Export forums can also be a useful aid to exporting. They attract high-calibre speakers who can introduce members to new opportunities.
There is support available in North Lincolnshire to assist with exporting.
South Humber Export Association
The South Humber Export Association (SHEA) organise an annual programme of seminars. These provide useful information and support to exporters. The seminars are an opportunity to network. And learn from others experiences. SHEA also co-ordinate an annual awards dinner. To recognise the achievements of exporters in the areas of North and North East Lincolnshire.
SHEA can be contacted on:
Tel: 01472 342981
Fax: 01472 349524
Email: shea@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk.
Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce
The Hull and Humber Chamber provide an International Trade Centre. It is a centre of excellence for export and import help. Services are open to new and experienced exporters. They include trade missions, a help desk, export documentation, an on-line translator and currency converter.
Tel: 01472 342981
Fax: 01472 349524
Email: itc@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk.
Website: Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce.
UK Trade and Investment
UK Trade and Investment supports companies in the UK trading overseas. They can help with expert advice, data and research. Helping companies exporting for the first time or more experienced businesses.
Website: UK Trade and Investment.
Regional Language Network
The Regional Language Network can help you and your business grow. Exporting is a major, but vital, step for growth. Successful exporting needs an understanding of your buyer. It involves doing business in a way that your buyer feels comfortable with. This can include overcoming language and cultural barriers.
Website: Regional Language Network - Yorkshire and The Humber.