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UK Trade & Investment
UK Trade & Investment is the Government organisation that helps businesses locate in the UK and grow internationally.
Every year we help hundreds of firms, from hi-tech start-ups to global industry leaders, discover global growth from a UK base.
This website is your gateway to the wide range of free information and business services we provide to support you and your business.
How We Help
Free information
Trends and analysis. Real time news and views in your sector. We examine the issues affecting your business.
Operational insights. Practical advice on how to optimise your UK business. Detailed reports and publications.
Free business services
Research. Comparing UK & European stats. Bespoke reports for your business.
Locate. Finding sites that match your needs. Practical help setting up.
Grow. Ongoing business support to help you access new markets.
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Welcome to UK Trade & Investment today
Mars lander carries UK equipment
Hardware designed by Imperial College London and the University of Bristol is set to land on Mars as part of a NASA mission.
Airbus invests in next-generation wing technology
The pan-European consortium has put its confidence in the future of the UK aerospace industry with a £103-million investment to fund cutting-edge R&D.
Innovative future for UK manufacturing
The Technology Strategy Board has stated a commitment to maintaining the UK's manufacturing sector's position and global competitiveness.
Control4 to set up UK base
A US company which specialises in home control and entertainment systems is to open a new base in the UK.
New funding package for Welsh investors
Foreign companies setting up in Wales will be boosted by a £36 million investment package with specialist support for manufacturing firms.
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Looking for advice for setting your company in the UK?
Download our forming a company information sheet for practical guidance.
China Netcom brings European HQ to London
Watch UK Trade & Investment’s minister offer his personal welcome to the firm in this video.
Meet us here
Global Financial Services Conference
Scotland's first Global Financial Services Conference is part of a week-long events programme involving leading experts in international finance.
World Islamic Banking Conference – European Summit
New forum for addressing key issues facing European Islamic financial markets.
Farnborough international airshow
A globally renowned showcase of aerospace equipment and technology.
Serious Virtual Worlds ‘08
Networking event and showcase for businesses interested in serious games and virtual worlds.
See more events