UK Market Entry Services

SEEKING TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS FOOTPRINT IN THE UK?

Whether you are an overseas trader seeing to grow your export sales, diversify your supply chain or considering in investing in the UK, our team and network of partners are at hand to help your ambitions.

Take a look at our wide range of UK Market Entry Services, and companies can opt for one of more of the services outline below and a quote will be prepared based on your requirements:

Basic Market Research and Statistics Analysis

• Brief overview of specific market(s) economic information (e.g., GDP, Population, inflation, ease of doing business, etc)

• FX and market risk intelligence from our partners 

• UK, North of England, Northwest & Greater Manchester trade statistics with global markets.  This can include export/import flows from/to the UK in relation to specific markets (by UK region, by UK port, by commodity code), comparative analysis with other UK regions or countries, etc

• High-level sector overview reports or global trends

Partner Identification Service

• Unverified and raw list of potential partners/customers/suppliers in your markets of interest including the UK (e.g., customers, suppliers, other).  

• Shortlist of verified and warm introduction of your business to local partners based in your e.g., customer, suppliers, other)

Market Research

• In-depth Market Research which can include but not limited: 

  • Customer Analysis

  • Competition Analysis

  • Risk analysis

  • Product Research – local product regulations, adaptation, packaging, labelling, certification requirements, amongst others.

  • Routes to Market (e.g., distributors, agents, franchise, e-commerce, physical presence, other, etc)

  • International Marketing

  • IP & Trademark considerations

• Advice & information on local regulations, taxes, certifications (e.g., export documentation, product certifications, registrations, etc)

• Soft landing options (e.g., incubation services)

• Due diligence - UK & International Credit Checks

B2B Programmes

• Bespoke Business Matchmaking programmes - Face to face tailored meetings arrangements with warm leads

• Meet the Buyer events for groups / Trade Missions

• Meet the Supplier events for groups / Trade Missions

Product and/or Service Launch Events

• We provide a full A to Z Event Management service which includes marketing, companies' recruitment and registration management, catering, venue, IT Equipment.   We are located at the heart of Manchester City, our chamber space offers excellent meeting and conference venue, which is accessible by public and private transportation.  

Marketing Campaigns

• Interested in raising the profile of your overseas businesses within our membership and customer base?  We can develop bespoke marketing packages to help you position your brand in the North West and particularly in Greater Manchester

WHO CAN ACCESS OUR SERVICES?

Our services are opened to both members and non-members, including:

• Exporters and Importers (UK and overseas)

• Business Service Providers (e.g., Freight Forwarders, Banks, Law Firms, Accountants, etc)

• Foreign Embassies or High Commissions

• Foreign Trade & Inward Investment Development Agencies

• UK & Overseas Chambers of Commerce

• UK & Overseas Sector Trade Associations

For more information about our UK Market Entry Services, click here

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

It will depend on what market entry service you wish to access.  Most companies opt for the list of verified companies and virtual introductions, which may take between 4-6 weeks from the moment the project has been agreed and paid for.

For project more complex, it may require more time.

MORE INFORMATION AND REQUESTING A QUOTE

Contact a member of our team at international@gmchamber.co.uk to discuss your requirements. If you are a member or a partner, make sure to mention it as preferential rates will apply.

TESTIMONIALS

Check out some of the testimonials from partners we have worked with supporting their companies & members enter the UK market.