Made in Britain supports members to sell more of what they make overseas, as well as in the UK. Made in Britain is developing what it offers to Made in Britain companies to assist their growth of exports and, where relevant, manage their supply chain imports.
International Trade Newsletter
Made in Britain publishes a quarterly newsletter featuring curated export news, events, and updates. If you would like to sign up to the newsletter, please email trade@madeinbritain.org
Online Sessions
The International Trade programme includes online sessions that cover key markets identified in Made in Britain’s export survey as holding the most interest for UK manufacturing companies. Each online session will feature presentations and Q&A by Made in Britain companies plus insights from Department for Business and Trade (DBT) experts and the Export Academy. Here is a look ahead of planned activities designed to support Made in Britain members with the growth of exports:
USA and Canada
Date: 15th July 2025 Midday – 13:00
Focus: Opportunities and processes for exporting to USA and Canada.
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United States was the UK’s largest trading partner in the four quarters to the end of Q1 2024 accounting for 17.7% of total UK trade. Total trade in goods and services (exports plus imports) between the UK and United States was £309.2 billion in the four quarters to the end of Q1 2024, an increase of 1.4% or £4.4 billion in current prices from the four quarters to the end of Q1 2023. North America offers vast opportunities due to its large consumer base and demand for high-quality products.
Canada was the UK’s 16th largest trading partner in the four quarters to the end of Q1 2024, accounting for 1.5% of total UK trade. Total trade in goods and services (exports plus imports) between the UK and Canada amounted to £25.8 billion in the four quarters to the end of Q1 2024, representing a slight decrease of 1.1% or £277 million in current prices compared to the same period ending in Q1 2023. UK exports to Canada increased by 1.7%, reaching £16.1 billion. Canada's well-established market and its proximity to the US offer strong opportunities for trade expansion.
UK Export Finance
Date: September 2025
Focus: Accessing help to export through UK Export Finance
UK Export Finance (UKEF) is a UK government ministerial department and the nation’s export credit agency (ECA). UKEF helps exporters access working capital and manage the risk of not getting paid by offering a government guarantee. It partners with private sector finance providers and other countries’ export credit agencies to grow UK exports and international trade.
UKEF supports companies of all sizes and multiple sectors across the UK.
It helps UK companies:
• Win export contracts by guaranteeing finance to buyers so they can source from the UK
• Fulfil more orders by unlocking working capital to take on new or higher value contracts
• Get paid for their products and services with insurance against buyer default
In 2023-2024, it provided £8.8 billion of financial support to UK exporters.
The Trade Strategy, launched in June, set out plans for expanding UKEF’s capacity to £80 billion with up to £13 billion of direct lending used to help boost exports across key industrial sectors. It will also be able to reach more SMEs looking to grow overseas through the launch a new Small Exports Builder.
India
Date: November 2025
Focus: Opportunities and processes for exporting to India.
The signing of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in May has opened up opportunities for UK companies through easier exports and reduced tariffs and is expected to increase bilateral trade by £25.5 billion.
India is the UK’s 11th biggest export market, which were worth £17.5 billion in 2024. The size of India’s economy makes it an attractive market for UK exporters, with a range of exciting export opportunities across a large number of sectors.
Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Date: January 2026
Focus: Exporting to Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Eastern Europe and Central Asia presents a strong opportunity for UK exporters. Countries in the EECAN region are Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.
In 2024, UK exports amounted to £954.0 million to Ukraine, £9.2 billion to Turkey and £76.0 million to Mongolia, to name but a few.
Ongoing Support for Made in Britain Members
Made in Britain’s mission is to support our members in selling more of what they make, whether at home or abroad. Our areas of focus include:
• Cutting Through Red Tape: Helping members navigate regulatory challenges in international markets.
• Market-Entry Assistance: Providing guidance on entering new markets.
• Overseas Partnerships: Assisting in the identification, onboarding, and management of overseas partners, such as distributors.
Explore more with these additional resources:
• Free government resources for exporting your business
Compare international markets and create your export action plan.
• UK Export Academy
UK Export Academy is a free training programme from the Department for Business and Trade for UK businesses looking to grow their international sales. Brought to you by expert speakers, these export workshops are delivered through an ever-evolving calendar of webinars.
• UK Export Finance
Supporting businesses in all sectors to export, whether you’re a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) or a large company.
• Prepare to sell into a new country
Learn how to find customers, navigate new routes to market and win bids to grow your business.
Share your news and success stories
Made in Britain invites members to showcase their export-related achievements, challenges, and experiences. By sharing your journey, you can:
• Increase your visibility through Made in Britain’s communications channels, reaching a wider audience.
• Unlock tailored opportunities, including:
o Media support to help share your story with a broader audience.
o Development of case studies to be featured in upcoming online sessions.
o Inclusion in our newsletters to inspire and inform other members with real-world examples of British manufacturing excellence.
Your insights not only help Made in Britain enhance its support but also shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of UK manufacturers on the global stage.
Due to the number and diversity of Made in Britain members, the time we can dedicate to individual member cases is limited however we are always keen to hear from members, to support where we can, and signpost where we cannot. Your contact also helps ensure that Made in Britain continues to prioritise the themes that are most important for members.
As Made in Britain plans these activities and events, we invite you to share your experiences and challenges in exporting. This will help us tailor our support and ensure that we are addressing the most pressing needs of our members. To make contact with Made in Britain about international trade, please email trade@madeinbritain.org.