INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Welcome to the May 2024 edition of our International Trade Newsletter. This issue is packed full of informative articles providing you with fantastic insights and updates in to the world of global commerce.
The world of International Trade can be turbulent at times. Rest assured our dedicated team is on hand to help you navigate through the Read MoreNew Match Funding Unveiled for International Trade Training
We are excited to announce our latest funding initiative, in partnership with Essex County Council, for international trade training! The newly announced match funding aims to provide support for our members aspiring to excel in the dynamic world of global commerce.
The initiative comes at a crucial Read MoreSME Exporters Trapped In Doldrums
The Trade Confidence Outlook, conducted by the BCC’s Insights Unit, is a survey of more than 2,000 UK SME exporters.
It shows the percentage of SME exporters reporting increased exports has been static since the pandemic, and has weakened slightly since the end of 2023. SMEs are less likely to report increased Read MoreThe Red Sea Crisis Continues - Global Ocean Freight Update
The ongoing crisis in the Red Sea continues to impact the global ocean freight industry. Vessels are still being rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope, and will be for some time to come.
The resulting increase in freight rates and diminished service reliability, as longer transit times cost more, Read MoreBrexit freedoms used to slash red tape for businesses
The Business Secretary is raising the bar for any new business regulations, in the latest step to help British businesses flourish.
A new White Paper uses newfound Brexit freedoms to set out ten common-sense principles that whip the regulators into shape and help businesses grow.
The Read MoreUS Still A Land Of Opportunity For UK Business
Supply chain security, trade deals, tariffs and planning permission were the big issues during the British Chambers of Commerce’s 5-day mission to the US to promote business and investment.
Director General, Shevaun Haviland’s trip was organised ahead of the US elections Read MoreUKEF unveils plans to help exporters win £12.5 billion in new business by 2029
British businesses are set to benefit from billions of pounds of new exporting opportunities in a further boost to the UK economy under plans published by UK Export Finance (UKEF).
Ministerial government department UKEF is the country’s Read MoreTRADE UPDATES FROM THE BRITISH CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
This month's updates from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC)
► The BCC took part in the first meeting of the government’s new Critical Imports Council, providing advice on implementing a strategy around supply chain security and diversification, and imports in sectors Read More