Jo Kelly, Senior International Trade Advisor from the SYITC, said: “The information available at the exporters’ day can be used to form an essential part of a successful business plan. This event will provide something for everyone.”

A number of helpdesks will be available for people to gain more information on the Passport to Export scheme for new exporters, market research, legal advice, language and cultural barriers, export finance and HM Revenue and Customs.

Assistance will be available for any business interested in extending operations to China, South East Asia, India, Middle East and South Africa.

Throughout the day four seminars will take place covering key trading and export marketing issues, including information and opportunities, ready to exhibit, HM Revenue and Customs and managing agents and distributors.

International Trade Advisors from the SYITC will be available on the day to provide support to all attendees.

The South Yorkshire International Trade Centre is supported by a three-year £7.41million funding package issued jointly by Yorkshire Forward, the European Regional Development Fund and UK Trade and Investment under contract with Business Link South Yorkshire.

The centre provides essential international trade related services including expert advice, market information, research and grant support.

For further information please contact Jo Kelly or any member of the team of International Trade Advisors on 0114 201 2555

Anyone interested in attending this free event will need to book their place early. For a booking form contact Daniel Askwith on 0114 201 2585, by email on This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or by fax on 0114 201 2552.