If you’re looking to export your products and services to new overseas markets you’ve probably considered booking a space at an international trade show or exhibition for your business sector. At the right event you’ll get the opportunity to meet a targeted audience of buyers, suppliers, prospects and the press – all of which will
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The Olympics are big business for UK companies. It is estimated that the Olympic and Paralympic Games will be worth approximately £21 billion to the UK economy and will represent a huge opportunity for international trade. Not only will the Games see the world’s best athletes visiting the UK, but also major business players from around the globe. UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) is helping businesses reach out to these international markets by organising a series of business events and networking opportunities. UKTI has also posted an inspiring mini-movie on YouTube highlighting the business opportunities presented by the Olympics.
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We may officially be in a recession but when I attended the MACH 2012 exhibition at the NEC Birmingham earlier this year the UK’s manufacturing sector appeared to be fighting back. It was a delight to see so many of our customers there, showcasing new products and forging new business links. And with exhibitors commenting that ‘the show was an unprecedented success’, they ‘struggled to cope with the level of interest’ and the exhibition ‘far exceeded expectations’ confidence levels seemed to be riding high.
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