Help for Exporters in Wales


There is a great deal of help available to businesses in Wales who are prepared to trade internationally.

Wales Trade International
An excellent starting point, with advisors in different parts of Wales. They offer free workplace visits, advice, seminars & market information. Find details here of its programme of overseas trade missions and trade fairs for 2002-03.

International Trade Fund
WalesTrade International offer grants to help small and medium sized companies to develop business overseas through the recently launched International Trade Fund. The Fund provides up to 50% towards the implementation cost of an export marketing activity, up to a maximum grant of £4000 in any 12-month period. Examples of eligibility include export marketing research and consultancy, overseas travel and initial business visits, and overseas promotional activities.

The Export Association
Based in Wales, The Export Association offers practical support to the exporter, working alongside companies to help develop their overseas trade. They are able to provide a start-up pack & some very useful publications.

WalesWorldWide.com
Aiming to be the leading International Trade business-to-business site in Wales. Helping companies in Wales and world-wide to access trade opportunities whether they are looking to import, to export or for a joint venture. You can search for trade leads worldwide or post your own. Good range of links to websites worldwide.

Language Export Centre
Based in Swansea, provides a comprehensive range of language/export related services & training for business.

Wales Euro Info Centre
Information geared to helping Welsh SMEs profit from business links throughout the European Union.

West Wales European Centre
Provides information locally.

Wales European Centre
Europe online for Wales.

European Information Network in Wales
A good set of links and regional contacts.

Welsh North American Chamber
A useful contact if you are considering export business in America.

Welsh Societies Abroad
For marketing purposes it may be useful to contact Welsh groups abroad. Here are some lists we have collected.