International trade and investment

The East Midlands' world class businesses and leading edge technologies makes it an increasingly attractive region for both international trade and investment. The emerging economies of countries such as China and India offer unprecedented opportunities for regional companies and universities.

emda is determined to build on the region's record of success in attracting international investment — while assisting companies to compete effectively in a rapidly changing global marketplace.

International Investment

Our International Investment team manages the England's East Midlands campaign, which attract foreign companies to the region.

The team helps companies from all over the world establish strong bases in the East Midlands, liaising on the investor’s behalf with government, public and private sector organisations; and offers free, confidential support.

For more information see the 'Support for International Investors' page.

International trade

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is the Government organisation and acts as emda's international trade arm to help UK-based companies succeed in an increasingly global economy. Its range of expert services are tailored to the needs of individual businesses to maximise their international success.

For more information see the 'Support for International Trade' page.

Shanghai Expo 2010

70 million visitors are expected at Shanghai Expo between May and October - and The University of Nottingham will be there, showcasing its world-changing sustainability research.

Investor Development

The Investor Development team role is to support businesses as they grow in the East Midlands, providing companies with all the expert advice they need to achieve their goals.

Our Investor Development team has specialist account managers across the region and will work with businesses to help identify opportunities, establish collaborations and overcome barriers.

The Investor development services are part of The England’s East Midlands offer.

For more information see the 'Investor Development' page

East Midlands China Business Bureau

China's economic development is opening up great business opportunities for East Midlands' companies. The world's largest consumer market has an insatiable demand for western goods and is investing heavily in Research and Development.

To respond to this challenge the East Midlands China Business Bureau offers assistance and advice to small and medium sized companies on a number of key issues, particularly business culture and language.

Visit the East Midlands China Business Bureau website for more information.

East Midlands India Business Bureau

India and the East Midlands share rapidly developing technologies, particularly in sectors such as transport, space, pharma and biosciences, the creative industries, logistics, retail, food and drink, technical textiles and manufacturing. The two also share many cultural, educational and tourism links.

East Midlands India Business Bureau (EMIBB) is the dedicated business support organisation to assist regional companies in developing business with India.

Visit the East Midlands India Business Bureau page for more information

East Midlands International Trade Association

The East Midlands International Trade Association (emita) is an independent not-for-profit organisation which promotes international trade expertise among the region’s businesses through a series of interesting and relevant international trade seminars and conferences.

Companies who join the Association are able to share information and establish contacts with other businesses operating in similar markets to the benefit of all concerned.

More details can be obtained on the emita website at www.emita.org.uk