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UK Trade & Investment
Maximising Foreign Direct InvestmentUK 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
Training ‘hub’ planned for Scotland
A national skills academy for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries is to be set up in Scotland.
Electric car shop opens in London
Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla Motors has opened its first European store in London.
Councils running investment agency
A collection of local authorities has taken over an inward investment agency in Manchester.
£150m to boost hi-tech innovation
The Government has announced plans to create a new £150 million fund to promote innovation.
Gas storage licensing could boost investment
The Government is looking into ways to support the UK's gas storage sector.
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Meet us here
Enabling Innovation Inward Mission
A delegation of Chinese Information Communications Technology businesses will be visiting the UK from 6th to 8th July.
SPE Offshore Europe Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition
This Conference attracts a global audience of engineers, technical specialists, industry leaders and experts.
BioPartnering Europe
A high profile partnering event for companies operating in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries will be staged in the autumn.
BIO-Europe 2009
The 15th annual international partnering conference, the premier industry event for getting deals started.
UK Nanoforum & Emerging Technologies 2009
With a focus on developing international trade, investment and collaboration opportunities for participants, UK NanoForum & Emerging Technologies 09 is a must for those serious about developing their international business.
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