Open to Export

An online forum and resource for exporters from the Institute of Export and International Trade.

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What is Open to Export?

Open to Export is an online forum and resource for exporters from the Institute of Export and International Trade. First time exporters may be interested to draw up an export plan using, a free advice service for exporters.

Online Training

A new Online Training Tool is available to support new exporters. Aimed at companies that want to learn the fundamentals about exporting, delivered in short video modules on key topics.

How can we help?

A wealth of free information and practical advice on our website using:

Step-by-step guides covering the whole export journey from ‘Selecting a Market’ to ‘Delivery and Documentation’.
A comprehensive webinar programme covering all aspects of international trade.
The online Export Action Plan tool helping businesses to create a roadmap to successful new markets.
Quarterly competitions for the chance to win £3000 cash and further support.

They can do it, you can too

The international trade team work with many companies in your region that help them to meet their export potential. Why not have a read of the stories below to see how DIT helped:

Get in Touch

Contact your local team by calling 0345 222 0159 or emailing info@tradeEM.co.uk
You can also follow DIT EM on twitter @tradegovuk_em

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