InterTradeIreland and the Department for Business and Trade hosted their second cross-border-trade event in the Ulster Bank Accelerator Hub, Belfast on Wednesday 26th February 2025. With a focus on ‘Maximising your export potential through Cross-Border Trade’, the event equipped local businesses with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the cross-border market and beyond.
We were delighted to see so many businesses attend our latest cross-border trade event in Belfast. There is a clear appetite for practical export guidance and support and that’s why we’re committed to delivering more in-person events - to provide businesses with the knowledge and skills to succeed on their cross-border export journey.
Una McGoey, InterTradeIreland’s Senior Trade Specialist
With new customers and suppliers right on your doorstep, the cross-border market is the perfect place to start your exporting journey.
With support on offer from the Department for Business and Trade, InterTradeIreland and Invest NI, you have access to a network that is here to help you succeed. The UK Export Academy is already being used by hundreds of local companies to build their exporting capability and is completely free of charge.
Thanks to InterTradeIreland for partnering with us to deliver another successful event for businesses across Northern Ireland.
Richard Elliott, Head of Creative Services, Department for Business and Trade, Northern Ireland
At the event, a line-up of expert speakers included Majella Haran, Invest NI; Leah McStravick, Full Circle Management Solutions and Simon Pettigrew, HMRC. A wealth of knowledge was shared on the day covering the breadth of fully funded and easily accessible supports available to local businesses as well as practical tips and advice to grow sales in new markets and how to navigate upcoming customs changes associated with the Windsor Framework.
Attendees also heard from business leaders representing local companies including Ireland Craft Beverages, Born and Bred as well as DBT Export Champions, The Deluxe Group and Burren Balsamics, who shared their experiences of achieving successful cross-border and international growth with the support of InterTradeIreland and the Department for Business and Trade. The panellists shared some excellent tips including the importance of face-to-face networking and attending trade shows to build connections as well as the need to have a good support team around you as you grow your export business.
The next regional event takes place in the Guildhall, Derry-Londonderry on Wednesday 26th March 2025. Secure your free place today.
