Expanding your business into international markets can be one of the most rewarding moves a company can make. From increasing your revenue potential to diversifying your customer base and gaining resilience against local market fluctuations, exporting opens a world of opportunity. For businesses in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland, the UK Export Academy, part of the Department for Business and Trade, can help.
The UK Export Academy offers fully funded training, webinars and resources for businesses of all sizes. Whether you're a first-time exporter or looking to enhance your existing international trade knowledge, the Academy is designed to make exporting accessible, practical and profitable.
Why export?
Exporting can be a game-changer for businesses. Here’s why many companies are making the move:
- Expanding globally allows businesses to tap into new customers, increasing their revenue and profit potential.
- By diversifying your customer base, exporting can help reduce the risk of relying on domestic markets alone.
- Engaging with global markets can inspire innovation and improve your products and services to meet international standards.
- Research shows that businesses engaging in international trade grow faster than those that don’t.
- By tapping into global markets, businesses can mitigate seasonal demand fluctuations, ensuring stable and consistent revenue year-round.
Learn with the UK Export Academy
The UK Export Academy has been designed to give businesses the knowledge and confidence to take their products and services to new markets. Through expert-led training and resources, businesses can learn how to:
- Identify the best export markets for their products.
- Understand the practicalities of shipping and trade regulations.
- Build strategies for international growth.
- Take advantage of free trade agreements to boost competitiveness.
With webinars, workshops, and one-to-one support, the UK Export Academy caters to businesses at every stage of their export journey.
Find out more about the How-To Series, designed to guide businesses through every stage of their export journey, with expert advice on topics such as choosing export markets, finding customers, and handling international sales.
Upcoming events to help you grow:
This February, the UK Export Academy is hosting several key webinars to help businesses in Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland thrive in international markets.
1. Discover Your Pathway to Europe
This six-part webinar series is designed to support businesses targeting European markets. Each session provides practical advice, from identifying the right customers to securing payments and handling export documentation.
Learn more and register for the Pathway to Europe series
2. Global Transit Series
This popular eight-part series returns with everything you need to know about international logistics. Topics include working with agents and distributors, understanding rules of origin, and mastering Incoterms to make your exporting process smoother.
Learn more and register for the Global Transit Series
3. CPTPP Webinar in Partnership with Made in Britain
Date: Tuesday, 25 February, 11:00am–12:00pm
This exclusive webinar highlights how businesses can take advantage of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to export to Latin American markets.
Register for the CPTPP webinar
Attending these fully funded events is an excellent way for businesses to explore the benefits of exporting. These sessions provide practical advice and guidance tailored to your needs, helping you build the skills and knowledge required for international success.
Visit the UK Export Academy to learn more about their events, register for upcoming webinars, and access valuable resources.
How can businesses access fully funded support?
Whether you’re serious about starting or expanding your exporting or importing journey or simply wondering if it could be feasible for your business, get in touch with us.
One of Business Lincolnshire’s fully funded specialist advisers will assess the specific needs of your business and offer individual support and advice. This tailored guidance can help you navigate the processes required to trade beyond national borders.
After speaking with an expert, you’ll be directed to the most appropriate specialist support available, both locally and nationally, to guide you through the entire process.
For a full outline of the support available, click here.
Ready to access support? Contact us today!
