Internationalisation Fund: North West From The Department for International Trade

What is the fund?

The fund is designed to support businesses looking to grow their international trade. SMEs from select local authorities can apply for match-funded grants of between £1,000 and £9,000 which will be available for proposed future activities (subject to eligibility).

To secure a grant, the business will need to fund a proportion of the costs itself. This varies according to where your business is based and will be up to 50% of the total cost.

Eligible Activity

The fund can be used to support areas including but not limited to:

• PR
• Market Research
• Consultancy on IPR
• Translation / Cultural Advice
• Social Media and SEO
• Participation in trade shows
• Market development including visits
• Routes to Market
• Overseas Business Environment / Due Diligence

How to Apply:

If you’re interested in applying for the Internationalisation Fund please email Lesley Robinson, Business Support Manager at lesleyr@cumbriachamber.co.uk.