International Trade Business Hub
Programme of events to tackle EU regulations
Chamber-based Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) has put together a series of events designed to help businesses deal with the changing landscape of international trade. The events are linked to how businesses should
comply with the technicalities of European Union (EU) regulations once the UK has left. They cover a wide range of subjects, from
‘Understanding Commodity Codes and Customs Regimes’ to ‘Licensing for Import and Export’.
‘It is important for companies to prepare now, rather than wait for the outcome of negotiations’
The sessions begin in November with an event
on 2 November titled ‘Authorised Economic Operator’. This is aimed at small to medium enterprises (SMEs), either those who are already trading on an international basis, or businesses thinking about export activity. It is specifically hoped to attract decision
makers and specialists in sectors such as logistics, manufacturers and warehouse and distribution managers. This will be followed on 14 November by an event introducing firms to exporting, and is
aimed at those selling actual physical products, rather than services. The event will explain what exports are, and
the benefits of selling goods overseas. It will include an overview of the export supply chain, the role of customs authorities, export licensing, and compliance and finance risks. EEN head of international programmes Rupi
Nandra (pictured) said it was vital for firms to begin to come to terms with how they would need to manage trading relations with Europe currently and in the future. She added: “It is important for companies to
prepare now, rather than wait for the outcome of negotiations. “We are running these events to give businesses
an overview of what they will need to consider to manage risk due to the UK exiting the EU.”
It’s lights, camera, Brexit for Pete’s TV appearance
T: 0121 450 4205 E:
ibh@birmingham-chamber.com
Top line-up for Chamber trade event
British Chambers of Commerce’s (BCC) major international trade event this month has attracted a host of top speakers. Among those who will be addressing the
event are Karen Betts, CEO of Scotch Whisky Association, Alexander Downer, who is Australian High Commissioner to the UK and award winning entrepreneur Paul Lindley, who is the founder of organic children’s food enterprise Ella’s Kitchen. The BCC International Trade Summit will
take place at the Vox Conference Centre, Resorts World, on 12 October and is aimed at helping UK firms boost their share of the export market. The event will give delegates practical
advice, invaluable resources and the contacts needed to grow their business, and begin the next step of their export journey. Other speakers will be added to the line-
up prior the event. Aside from the speakers, visitors to the
event will be able to take part in interactive breakout sessions that focus on the practical aspects of exporting. They will also be able to explore trade opportunities in new markets via BCC’s Global Business Network, which is made up of more than 25 international Chambers.
To book visit:
www.bccexport.co.uk
Chamber international trade adviser Pete West has appeared on national television to talk about preparing for Brexit and export risk management. Pete’s appearance was on the ‘Made in Birmingham’ satellite/cable channel, and he was interviewed by business presenter Carl Jones. He also took the opportunity to promote the Chamber’s international trade hub, which was launched a year ago. The hub serves as a one-stop shop for all
importers and exporters in the region, from established businesses to those who are considering trading internationally. Pete said: “Trading overseas has never been
more important following the Brexit vote, and in refining its international services the Chamber is geared up to offer local businesses the best possible platform. The international hub allows us to link our services seamlessly for local businesses and provide additional value and benefits. “We offer a wide range of international
Goggle box: Pete (left) with Carl Jones
related services, from export support and guidance via our Department of International Trade and EEN teams, an export documentation service, a translations team offering services in 120 languages, a great foreign exchange service for Chamber members, in addition to running the regional British American Business Council.”
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