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The UK brought its innovation to EXPOMIN 2025

During the week of the EXPOMIN mining fair held in Santiago Chile, nine British companies attended in the UK GREAT Zone, receiving hundreds of visitors. The United Kingdom took full advantage of the occasion, with their stand at Espacio Riesco being represented by the British Chilean Chamber of Commerce, (BritCham Chile) and the British Embassy.

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Key takeaways from the first ICC WCF Africa Summit 2025

The first ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) Africa Summit was held in Nairobi from 9 to 10 April. Co-hosted by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), it brought together over 500 participants from more than 60 countries, a testament to the growing recognition of Africa’s business potential.

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Upcoming Events

 

International Chambers of Commerce (ICC) Sustainability Conference 2025  

10th June - EY, 25 Churchill Pl, London E14 5EY

Sustainable Global Supply Chains: Turning Ambition into Action - Business Leadership for a Net-Zero Future

The event will explore the policies, investment, and tools needed to enable sustainable trade and support the energy transition.

More information here
 

 

British Chamber of Commerce Global Annual Conference

26th June 2025 – QEII Centre, London, UK

Future of the Economy: Where’s the Growth?

“From cutting-edge insights to fresh perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today, this conference will ignite ideas and action,” says the British Chambers of Commerce.

More information here
 

 

15th UK–Africa Business Summit 2025

12th September - London SE1

Get ready for unmatched UK–Africa networking at the 15th Africa-UK Trade Business & Investment Summit 2025 — where deals take shape!

This high-level summit provides a platform to unlock trade and investment opportunities across East, Southern, and North Africa, directly engaging with decision-makers and thought leaders.

More information here
 

 

METSTRADE 2025

November 18th -20th - RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands

Experience the future of the leisure marine industry at Metstrade. This premier global event brings together the best of the leisure marine maritime sector and the most innovative companies. 

METSTRADE is the world’s largest trade show for the marine equipment and the leisure marine industry. The event highlights sustainable solutions, cutting-edge equipment, and advancements in boatbuilding, making it a vital platform for the global marine sector.

More information here

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