Awards celebrate our £13bn success
NORTH-EAST exports reached a record high in 2008 with more than £13bn of goods and services exported around the globe in the last 12 months.
UK Trade and Investment is delighted to continue its sponsorship of the export category of the nebusiness awards recognising the efforts of the region’s exporting entrepreneurs who have contributed to this success.
As the lead Government organisation providing integrated support services for UK companies engaged in overseas trade and foreign business looking to invest in the UK, UKTI is committed to ensuring the region’s businesses have the skills, knowledge and support they need to compete on the world stage.
David Coppock, UK Trade and Investment’s international trade director, said: “The nebusiness awards recognise the efforts of companies that have worked hard to achieve excellence.
“We are delighted to continue our sponsorship and to be part of the celebration of the region’s continuing success in international trade.
“Exports from the region now exceed £13bn and through awards such as these we hope to help inspire others to take the all-important step into international trade.
“The judges in this category will be looking for companies who demonstrate the necessary qualities, such as innovation, commitment and determination, to succeed in either new or existing overseas markets.”
To find out more about how UK Trade and Investment can help your company succeed overseas call the North East International Trade Hotline on 0845 05 05 054 or email enquiries@ukti.rito.co.uk
