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Benefits of UK Trade Agreements

Join us for a 45-minute presentation on the benefits of UK trade agreements and how they can unlock new markets, reduce tariffs, and offer significant advantages to the food and drink industry.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand Trade Dynamics, gaining insights into how trade agreements work, and seeing real-world examples of how these agreements have benefited businesses in the food and drink sector.
  • Learn how to identify new export markets and understand the specific benefits these agreements offer, including insights from case studies of businesses expanding globally.
  • Navigate complex regulations, with guidance on how to approach legal and compliance challenges when entering new markets under trade agreements.
  • Understand the impact of trade agreements on job creation, investment opportunities, and long-term growth potential, backed by examples from successful UK exporters.

Description

In this webinar we will explore how UK trade agreements enhance export opportunities, improve supply chain efficiency, and foster competitive pricing, ultimately strengthening the UK’s global presence and supporting economic growth.

Through real-world examples and case studies, we’ll demonstrate how businesses have successfully leveraged trade agreements to grow their exports and reduce costs. These agreements open the door to new international markets and offer opportunities for greater collaboration and innovation.

The presentation will include slides to guide the discussion, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session where you can ask any questions and get tailored advice for your business.

Speakers

Andy Bridges

Trainer, Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade

Over 25 years’ experience in international trade, earning a BTEC, City and Guilds Diploma in business management and becoming a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management in 2002

Worked in logistics and supply chains for a host of blue chip companies since 1995, mostly in the aviation and defence sectors

Developed global distribution networks over projected timescales, as well as expertise in just-in-time grounded aircraft supply on essential instruments

Worked as a civilian supply consultant for the original Op-Telic and Op-Heric operations for digital communications equipment in Iraq and Afghanistan

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