The UK India Business Council is the premier business-led organisation promoting bilateral trade and investment between the two countries. Its mission is to facilitate an increase in trade between the UK and India through business to business dialogue.

NEW ONLINE SECTOR SERVICE FOR BUSINESSES

 Did you know you can access UKIBC’s new Online Sector Service for as little as £35  a month + VAT?

UKIBC has now abolished its “entry level” membership of £650 and replaced it with this new, lower cost access to a sector focused business information service. 

The new service is tailor made for SMEs looking to enter the India market or who are new to India. Entering new markets is never an easy option but the case for export is equally compelling. According to UK Trade & Investment, firms that export increase their productivity by 35 per cent in the first year alone; they achieve stronger financial performance and are more likely to stay in business. Launched on 1^st July the UKIBC Online Sector Service will not only provide intelligence, organise events and publish reports but also broaden the understanding of the Indian market by creating "communities" linking large and small companies around specific industry sectors. It will facilitate and support business access opportunities.

This service provides:

• Frequent news updates via the UKIBC website e.g. transactions, government announcements, press reports, etc.
• A quarterly report on each sector, featuring market trends, case studies of UK companies succeeding in India, profiles of leading Indian businesses, and business opportunities.
• Free access to UKIBC events in your particular sector.
• Free access to networking events with visiting Indian delegations.
• Discounted fees for UKIBC delegations in the particular sector.
• Exclusive access to UKIBC’s Online Business Forum for UK and Indian companies

All this is available, per sector, for only £35 + VAT monthly or £400 + VAT annually

To take advantage of this new service – or to explore other membership opportunities – visit

http://www.ukibc.com/businessindia or call 01925 715 175 and ask to speak to Brian Thorp, UKIBC’s North West Regional Director

Whether you are long-established in India or considering your first market entry, UKIBC is here to help. India - one of the world's most exciting and fast-growing economies - offers opportunities that no British business can afford to neglect, particularly as we emerge from the global financial crisis. Led by business, with a board and members drawn from all sectors and from the largest firms to the newest start-ups, UKIBC is back by the UK government through UKTI (the government's trade and investment arm) and ensures that the business voice is heard by governments of both countries.

Become a UKIBC member now!

UKIBC plays an influential role in creating and sustaining an environment in which free-trade and investment flourishes. Through the facilitation of partnerships, and with an extensive network of influential corporate and individual members, UKIBC provides the resource, knowledge and infrastructure support vital for UK companies to make the most of emerging opportunities in India.

Business Venture Director  Brian Thorp is the UKIBC's North West Regional Director - If YOUR company aspires to engaging with India - let us help you make it happen!

Click on UKIBC Membership for more details or speak to Brian to find out more about the promotion of bilateral trade, business and investment between the two countries. 

CONTACT: Brian Thorp on 01925 715 175 or   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

To find out more about the UKIBC go to www.ukibc.com

Creative and media companies from the North West were among those who attended a successful UKIBC Next Generation Network event in Manchester on 20^th January

Billed as a ‘must attend’ event for anyone seeking inspiration for what can be achieved with an established business and an international vision, the event was hosted by  creative agency Photolink at their Manchester studios. The company also has an established and successful operation in Mumbai.

Around 80 people attended the event which was organised by Mike Perls, MD of MC2 Manchester in his capacity as a North West Next Gen committee member and chairman of the recently re-launched media & creative organisation, Manchester Publicity Association (MPA).

David Walter CEO of Photolink and his MD Jayne Riley discussed their business journey at the event during an informal interview-style presentation facilitated by Michael Taylor of event sponsors Insider Magazine. Established in 1977, Photolink now works with many big-name organisations and welcomed the opportunity to share the highs and lows of their own journey to help other company’s successfully form trading relationships between the UK and India.

The benefits of involvement with the UKIBC and membership of the Next Generation Network were also outlined by Sandra Brusby OBE (Head of the India Business Unit North West) and UKIBC Regional Director Brian Thorp.

The event closed with a well-received networking session – among feedback comments received were:

“The quality of contacts was excellent”

“An excellent event for collaborating with other businesses "

 “A very informative event – thank you”

“Congratulations to you all for making it easier for entrepreneurs to get first-hand information on doing business with India”