The Department for Business & Trade have a number of events, webinars and programmes on offer to help drive exporting.
Below are details of what’s coming up, please take a look as this may be of interest.

Trade Mission to the UAE

Businesses are invited to express interest to join DBT for a trade mission to the UAE, designed for businesses who operate in infrastructure, clean energy, digital and technology, and manufacturing.

By joining the mission you will:

• Participate in B2B meetings with potential buyers
• Attend the BIG 5 Global exhibition
• Visit Abu Dhabi to meet with major infrastructure contractors
• Receive tailored support, including a pre-mission and an in-market briefing
• Further opportunities to network with industry leaders during a visit to Ras Al Khaimah

The mission runs from Sunday 23rd to Friday 28th November. To find out more and register your interest click here 

Finance and funding webinars

Navigating the SME funding landscape – 18th September – 2pm

Join us for an insightful session designed to help you navigate the complex world of business finance

A practical guide to funding your project – 23rd September – 10am

Grants offer a powerful way to secure funding without the burden of repayment. This session will explain how they work and how to apply

Attracting venture capital to scale internationally – 23rd September – 11am

Get insights into the process of preparing for VC and investment, with a focus on what investors looks for and how to attract the interest of investors, to help you expand your business’ reach

Understanding VAT in Europe – 30th September – 10am

Tax experts SimplyVAT will support your understanding of VAT implications when trading with Europe

Access finance to prosper and grow – 30th September – 2pm

Join the British Business Bank and learn how to access finance for your business with a guide to the options available

Business growth webinars

How to use the Customs Declaration Service – 18th September – 11am to 12noon

Discover how to use the Customs Declaration Service, which facilitates import and export declarations for goods moving in and out of the UK, and understand what the key components of an export declaration are

Explore AI webinars

How to use AI to scale up your marketing efforts – 16th September

Learn how to streamline your marketing campaigns through using AI tools

How to protect and build your business using AI – 29th September

Understand how AI can help future proof your business