International trade: Resources for small business owners

Want to expand your small business into new markets overseas? Fulfil your ambitions with these resources and insights to help you navigate the world of international trade and exporting.

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Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Mon 14th Oct 2024

Government launches new industrial strategy: What's in it for small businesses?

The government is seeking views on an industrial aimed at delivering long-term economic growth.

Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Fri 4th Oct 2024

Small business owners offered chance to win £2,000 exporting grant

Heathrow has relaunched its scheme giving entrepreneurs the chance to win a £2,000 grant.

Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Thu 3rd Oct 2024

Rules for parcels between Britain and Northern Ireland among three Brexit changes delayed by government

The new customs rules, due to be introduced on 30 September this year, have been postponed until March 2025.

Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Wed 28th Aug 2024

Keir Starmer starts new treaty talks with Germany in effort to 'reset' UK's relationship with Europe

The negotiations in Berlin are part of the Labour government's efforts to "reset our relationship with Europe".

Blog

Leslie Gilmour

BeFound SEO

Tue 13th Aug 2024

Strategies for Irish entrepreneurs to thrive globally

Harness the robust Irish economy to build and expand successful enterprises on a global scale.

Blog

Alex Yip

Puritan AI

Thu 8th Aug 2024

The new EU AI Act: Empire strikes back!

What are the compliance and enforcement items to look out for?

Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Fri 26th Jul 2024

UK joins global digital trade agreement

The new rules are aimed at making global trade faster, fairer, cheaper and more secure.

Blog

Gavin Webster

Immtell

Thu 18th Jul 2024

Navigating the Skilled Worker visa: A guide for employers

Navigate the UK's Skilled Worker visa process - requirements, costs and myths for employers.

Blog

Enterprise Nation

Official

Wed 26th Jun 2024

Translating your small business website

One important aspect of reaching a global audience is making sure your website is properly translated.

Policy

Daniel Woolf

Enterprise Nation

General Election 2024: The small business debate

In the run up to the General Election, political candidates debated key small business issues.

Blog

Enterprise Nation

Official

Thu 6th Jun 2024

Export licences: What they are and how to apply

There are regulations you must follow to legally export your products. Learn how to apply for an export licence.

Blog

Hugh Corcoran

An Post Ireland

Fri 31st May 2024

Sustainable solutions for shipping to Ireland with An Post

An Post stands out as an ideal partner for UK businesses aiming to grow their presence in Ireland.

Policy

Daniel Woolf

Enterprise Nation

Exporting for growth: Unlocking the potential of UK SMEs

Enterprise Nation and The Entrepreneurs Network hosted a policy dinner in the House of Lords.

Blog

Daniel Woolf

Enterprise Nation

Thu 23rd May 2024

Exporting for growth: Unlocking the potential of UK SMEs

Enterprise Nation and The Entrepreneurs Network hosted a policy dinner in the House of Lords.

Blog

Enterprise Nation

Official

Tue 21st May 2024

How to expand your UK business into Ireland

With Ireland's strong economy and consumer base, taking your small business into this thriving market is a smart move.

Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Fri 10th May 2024

Businesses reminded of deadline to switch to new customs system for exports

A new system replaces the 30-year-old Customs Handling Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) process on 4 June.

Business news

Dan Martin

Dan Martin Content & Events

Tue 30th Apr 2024

Warning over increase in food prices as government reveals post Brexit charges for imports from EU to UK

The government has confirmed the fees UK businesses need to pay to import food and plants from the European Union.

Blog

Enterprise Nation

Official

Thu 25th Apr 2024

How to prepare your e-commerce website for an international audience

You'll need to make the necessary adjustments to your site to ensure visitors have a great user experience.

Blog

Hugh Corcoran

An Post Ireland

Tue 16th Apr 2024

Shipping from the UK to Ireland: Hassle-free returns and delivery with An Post

Give customers a seamless shopping experience wherever they are, with An Post's delivery and returns services.

Insights

Enterprise Nation

Official

Wed 3rd Apr 2024

UK start-ups have a lower appetite for fund raising and are paying themselves less

The latest results from the Small Business Barometer, Enterprise Naiton's quarterly survey of small businesses.

Blog

Gayatri Panda

Themis Technologies

Thu 14th Mar 2024

Effective ways to negotiate with international partners

Essential skills you can put into practice to make cross-cultural negotiations less scary and more manageable.