A3 Support Agencies
UK Export Finance is a department of UK that aims to support businesses wishing to raise finance to expand internationally by arranging borrowing or raising equity.
The Department for International trade (replaced UK Trade and Investment), is a UK government department that supports overseas organisation wishing to invest in businesses or operate in the UK.
Chambers of Commerce are local associations that promote and protect the interests of the business community in a particular place.
Regional advisory organisations are established to provide advice to businesses on the market and regulations in that area.
Types of Support Provided
UK Export Finance Advisors are agencies who give advice on overseas transactions, risks and financing for international organisations.
Trade fairs are large markets where merchants get together to exchange their goods. Trade fairs are used to help with business-to-business networking and to encourage trade.
Government departments and agencies can support businesses in identifying international partners. This can help them to connect with organisations that will support them in their global expansion such as regional advisors and appropriate financial institutions.
Governments may offer grants for international promotions. This is money issued by the government to encourage firms who wish to sell overseas. This may help with the balance of payments and support firms who are struggling to sell in the domestic market.