Navigating the shipping market can be a daunting task for SMEs. Here are eight quirky rules about exporting to be aware of.
With the UK recording the strongest export growth in Europe, the time is ripe for British businesses to capitalise on overseas opportunities. Here are ten top tips to help you get started.
China represents a massive opportunity for UK small businesses but, according to the British Chambers of Commerce, currently just two per cent of UK exports go to China.
UK SMEs are expanding their tentacles once more, hoping to achieve success overseas. With a whopping 83 per cent of SMEs saying they felt confident about Britain's economic climate, it's no wonder that they are now set on increasing their international activity in the coming year.
Using an overweight bearded man with a penchant for red as a company figurehead has paid off – at least for British toy manufacturers, which have experienced an export spike of 25 per cent between October and December 2013.
UK exports increased by £0.2bn to £24.3bn in October, driven by silver sales, according to the Office for National Statistics UK trade figures.
Getting familiar with a target country's language means that personalised and localised content can be created – helping an export push.
After an early hiccup in France, Innocent has gone on to become Europe’s no 1 smoothie brand. But here, in an extract from Piper’s new book 'Going Global: 30 Years 30 Insights', Innocent co-founder Adam Balon says it wouldn’t have happened without quick thinking and serious investment.
A new infographic published by Aldermore Bank highlights the value of Britain's trade relationship with World Cup hosts Brazil.
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