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Trade missions
We have over 12 years of experience delivering more 80 trade missions, to 30 countries, across 5 continents. Our missions reduce the risk and cost for businesses who want to take the first steps into new markets or expand their existing operations overseas.
From small groups consisting of several companies at different levels of exporting, to large ministerial delegations we arrange visits with our team who are there to support businesses throughout the trip.
Prior to visits, significant research takes place for each business to find potential buyers, agents, distributors, associations and partners, providing delegates with the best opportunity to gather important information, showcase their company and make valuable overseas contacts.
What we offer
Suitable for both virtual and in-market visits, our trade missions can be organised for individual businesses and small groups, to large ministerial delegations.
These trade missions help to identify potential buyers, agents, distributors, associations, and partners, providing delegates with the best opportunity to gather important information, showcase their company and make valuable overseas contacts.
Customise your trade mission by selecting from the list of services we offer.
Market Research
After an initial meeting to understand the requirements of the business our team will spend time conducting intensive market research to identify relevant overseas organisations matched to the businesses product and/or services. Then, using our tried and tested techniques, we will find the most relevant contacts within the overseas organisations.
Appointment Setting
Utilising the data from our extensive market research, UMi will spend time reaching out to potential customers and partners at the overseas organisations in order to facilitate 1-2-1 meetings with relevant sales contacts.
Market Briefing Sessions
Utilising our extensive network of connections UMi will work with in-market partners such as Trade Associations and Chambers of Commerce, to create briefing sessions that will help a business understand the opportunities and obstacles to doing business in an overseas market.
Travel and Logistics
Flights, Hotel, Taxis, Minibuses – we can help manage all the logistics of overseas market visits for both solo visitors and groups.
In-Market Support
Our team can be on hand 24/7 in market to manage any unforeseen circumstances and act as a concierge and host to accompany the trade mission, where ever in the world it is! They will be there to manage travel and accommodation, site visits, manage your schedule to ensure you get where you need to be, when you need to be there. What’s more they will also ensure that you can make the most of your oversees experience.
Post Market Support
De-brief and post mission report to summarise outcomes and next steps along with a range of tools and resources to help you take action on your personalised set of actions to make the most of existing or future opportunities.
Key Statistics
- 12 Years Experience
- 80 Missions
- 30 Countries
- 5 Continents
- In-Market & Virtual
Case studies
Sustainable cities mission to Chongqing and Changsha, China
On behalf of UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) Construction & Infrastructure Team, UMi organised an outward mission to China, visiting the cities of Chongqing and Changsha. The attendees included representatives of 12 large and small UK companies involved in delivering sustainable solutions in the developing urban environment in China’s second tier status cities.
Scottish enterprise trade visit to South Africa
This Trade Mission, delivered by UMi on behalf of Scottish Enterprise, focussed on the cities of Johannesburg and Cape Town in South Africa. The market visit saw 11 Scottish SME’s travelling to South Africa to participate in a week-long Market Visit. The trade mission was cross-sectoral, with a wide range of businesses attending.
Scottish enterprise trade visit to New York
This USA Trade Mission, organised on behalf of Scottish Development International, saw 16 Scottish SME’s travelling to the New York to participate in a week-long Market Visit. The trade mission was cross-sectoral, however there was a strong focus on textiles as the visit coincided with New York Fashion Week.
Partners work with us because of our
Innovative & bespoke programme design
we can implement the whole programme life cycle, from design to delivery covering all processes in-between
Multi-channel approach
we deliver services across multiple channels and formats to ensure we engage with businesses wherever they may be
Streamlined Process
our tried and tested modular setup allows for seamless customer journeys
Robust governance & compliance
operating in line with FCA, ISO 9001:2015, and Cyber Essentials Plus with tried and tested processes
Industry leading deployment
using world class technology solutions delivered with agility and entrepreneurial flair
Meaningful and impactful interactions
our programmes focus on practical, actionable advice and support with the tools to back it up
Transparent reporting & management
interactive dashboards and a dedicated account manager gives you full visibility of a fund’s performance
Marketing and business engagement
we can build awareness and drive adoption of eligible businesses
B Corporation Certification
we meet rigorous and externally verified social and environmental standards, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance profits with purpose
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