International Trade Week 2024

Hands shaking with International Trade Week logo and dates 11 to 15 November

Join us for 5 action-packed days of free events, workshops and webinars

The fourth edition of International Trade Week (ITW) will take place from Monday 11 to Friday 15 November 2024.

Led by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and sponsored by Santander UK, in partnership with industry, ITW 2024 will feature 5 action-packed days of events, workshops and webinars – all free for businesses to attend.

Whether you’re looking to secure your first export contract or expand your existing international sales, ITW will have something for you. The week’s activities are for UK companies of all sizes and sectors – you just need an interest in growing your business.

Benefits of taking part in ITW

  • Develop your exporting knowledge and skills
  • Discover the wide-ranging support available from DBT and its partners
  • Learn about global opportunities and how to seize them
  • Understand the benefits of trade deals the UK has signed
  • Hear from, and speak to, experts in international trade

Register for ITW in-person events and webinars

You will only need to complete registration once to become a member of the UK Export Academy. From there, you will be able to register for as many free ITW events as you wish.

Check back regularly as events are being added everyday.

If you have any questions about ITW 2024, contact us via email.

As one of the largest global banks, Santander’s network of specialists are on hand to help you navigate international markets. With tailored financial and non-financial support and dedicated relationship directors, Santander can help you achieve your business ambitions.

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Case studies

Chris Negus

“Attending ITW last year allowed us to broaden our global reach. Learning how to operate in North America and the subsequent contacts we’ve made by attending ITW and working with DBT has been invaluable. ITW enabled us to close our first project in Indiana and we will be attending again this year. It’s important to constantly keep up to date and be aware of changes that impact our business and also to network with likeminded SME owners. No matter where you are in your exporting journey, you will definitely get a lot out of ITW.”

Chris Negus, Partner at Global NRG Advisory

Chris Barker

“ITW is an opportunity to learn, discover and network for free. I strongly encourage my peers to attend and participate in some of the webinars, workshops and seminars on various aspects of international trade which are useful in gaining knowledge and practical skills that can benefit businesses.

The DBT team has helped by introducing us to their networks and people in international markets with brilliant local knowledge, which has allowed us to achieve significant export success in India and numerous other markets.”

Chris Barker, CEO Spirit Health

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