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Global Business Expertise

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International Trade Training

courses, workshops and masterclasses delivered by international trade specialists

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Customs Compliance

Documentation, systems and processes for import & export

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Global Business Development

Access new markets, research and embrace new opportunities

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Unlock Your Global Potential

There’s never been a better time to maximise your business opportunities with expert training, guidance and consultancy in all areas of import, export and international trade from a team of specialists with decades of experience across myriad industry sectors and geographic regions.

Training & Course Programmes

Whether you’re just starting your journey, ready to launch or already trading overseas, our specialists are able to help you assess your processes and provide expertise to make exporting go as smoothly as possible.

With a catalogue of British-Chambers-of-Commerce Acredited courses, additional topics and bespoke options, we have a broad range of great value training packages to give you and your staff the skills to succeed on an international platform.

Delivery for many courses is currently online, with in-person events available where and when possible.

Find out more…

International Trade News Desk

Latest news and updates from the team

Export Club

The next meeting for the South West Export Club will take place on 22nd January at Cardiff Antiques Centre.
Read More "Export Club"

Celebrating International Trade Week 2024 with renewed purpose

This year’s International Trade Week follows the recent publication of the government’s Industrial Strategy green paper and, of course, the Autumn Budget.
Read More "Celebrating International Trade Week 2024 with renewed purpose"

Compliance, documentation and standards

Your product or service may be ready to export, and your market may be ready to receive…

…but are you ready to process and ship orders?

Are you importing products or looking to source from overseas?

Maybe you’ve been trading successfully with European countries for years, but are now faced with new documentation requirements. Can you prove UK Origin? Do you know your HS codes?

Learn more about compliance…

International Trade Articles

Topical wisdom and discussion from our esteemed specialists and guest writers

Fraud within domestic and international payments

No matter how or who you are communicating with, it is always essential that you verbally verify the bank information sent to you to make sure it is correct
Read More "Fraud within domestic and international payments"

What is the Windsor Framework?

Beginning in 2025, new streamlined processes will revolutionise how traders operate by significantly reducing the information required for moving goods directly from Great Britain to Northern Ireland
Read More "What is the Windsor Framework?"

Erotica or Art? An important distinction.

We know of a few companies that have faced adverse and costly customs decisions. Indeed we have been involved in Expert Witness statements to reinforce an objective viewpoint.
Read More "Erotica or Art? An important distinction."

What is CBAM and how does it affect my business?

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), has been introduced as part of European Union’s 2050 climate neutrality measures.
Read More "What is CBAM and how does it affect my business?"

DDP ex-VAT – a new Incoterms® rule?

Incoterms® rules are published by the ICC and, in recent times, have been updated and revised every 10 years. The current version is Incoterms® 2020
Read More "DDP ex-VAT – a new Incoterms® rule?"

Overseas Business Development

Develop trade opportunities, research and analyse potential markets, organise delegations and gain introductions.

Specialists are on-hand to provide expertise from the early stages of Market Research, and Strategy Development through to the identification of Agents & Distributors, development of International PR and Marketing, alongside Regional and Industry Speciific guidance.

This wealth of experience, combined with access to a number of key trade organisations and services allows you to build international trading relationships to grow your business.

Start growing your overseas business…

Partners, Affiliates & Associations

International Trade Matters Ltd is pleased to work with a broad range of industry bodies and complementary service providers to deliver global trade support to businesses throughout the South West and beyond.

International Trade Matters Ltd

Whether you’re starting out as an importer/exporter, growing your exporting business, or trying to overcome specific challenges, International Trade Matters Ltd can help.

 

With decades of experience in developing and facilitating business all over the world, our experts provide training, mentoring, audits and bespoke packages. From a half-day course on customs documentation or a thorough inspection of your procedures, through to services like “Export Manager” (an embedded international trade manager workin within your business), you will find a service available at the level you require, and if we don’t do it, we probably know someone who does!

 

International Trade Matters works with Local Authorities, British Chambers of Commerce, Government Bodies (such as DIT) and Instutitions, as well as numerous partner organisations providing important trade services including Logistics, Translations and Recruitment

 

Read on and meet our team to discover how we can help you, whether you’re a British company wishing to trade with other countries, or an overseas company hoping to build relationships in the UK!