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Make UK and HSBC UK: International Trade – trends, strategies, and support

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Make UK and HSBC UK are here to support manufacturers to take full advantage of the opportunities ahead. Together, we will produce a joint report – what key factors are influencing trade and export, and what are some useful strategies to access support and develop an export programme to meet the challenges that lie ahead for UK manufacturers.

  • About event
  • The UK manufacturing sector has many strengths, but the reality is that jobs and the economic wellbeing of manufacturing communities across the country depend on our ability to trade goods - and related services – internationally. 

    During this period of profound change, our manufacturers will need help and support in order to ensure that they can continue to do this effectively and competitively.
     
  • Why attend?
  • Attend this webinar to learn about the upcoming report published by Make UK in partnership with HSBC to support manufacturers as they develop and / or grow their export strategy and global trading ambitions.

    The discussion will include information on trends in global trade, the UK Government’s ongoing international trade and related diplomatic strategy, and how Make UK and HSBC UK understand the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for UK manufacturers.

    Delegates will take away the key recommendations and strategies being suggested to support UK manufacturers to trade effectively and competitively.
    Comprehensive trade deals that supports easy and existing trade in goods and services, new trade relationships and market access opportunities with other key export markets, an increased focus and investment towards export promotion and widespread industry engagement will all be critical.
     
  • Who should attend?
    • Senior,
    • C-Suite
    • Decision makers
    • All sectors, especially Auto, Aero, Food and Beverage
     
  • More details

  • Chaired by Richard Rumbelow, Director of International Affairs and Export Services, Make UK

    Panellists:

     Monday 5th October – North – 
    o Leigh Briggs, Regional Director, Global Trade & Receivables Finance, HSBC UK
    o Fergus McReynolds, MChem, Director of EU Affairs, Make UK
    o David Masters, Group Managing Director, OE Electrics 
    o Regional DIT / Government representative

    Wednesday 7th October – South – 
    o Ben Whitlock, Deputy Regional Director, Global Trade & Receivables Finance, HSBC UK
    o Fergus McReynolds, MChem, Director of EU Affairs, Make UK
    o James Greenham, Managing Director, EMS Physio
    o Regional DIT / Government representative

    Monday 12th October – Midlands – 
    o Simon Smith, Regional Director, Global Trade & Receivables Finance, HSBC UK
    o Fergus McReynolds, MChem, Director of EU Affairs, Make UK
    o Rowan Crozier, CEO at Brandauer
    o Ian Harrison, Head of Exports, The Midlands, Global Trade & Investment, Department for International Trade

    Wednesday 14th October – Wales – 
    o Simon Smith, Regional Director, Global Trade & Receivables Finance, HSBC UK
    o Fergus McReynolds, MChem, Director of EU Affairs, Make UK
    o Make UK member manufacturer 
    o Eleanor Harris MIEx, Head of Trade, Department for International Relations and Trade, Welsh Government