Survive the economic downturn by exporting
Get the export advantage
In this difficult economic climate, exporting offers UK companies the opportunity to find new markets and customers, and to gain a competitive edge.
Research shows that companies which export generally perform better. In a recent study of UK companies:
- firms beginning to export gained a 34 per cent productivity uplift
- those that exported were 11.4 per cent more likely to survive
(Source: Firm Level Empirical Study of the Contribution of Exporting to UK Productivity Growth, 2007)
Exporters are proving more resilient during the downturn: 42 per cent of exporters interviewed had increased their turnover in the previous 12 months, compared with only 23 per cent overall. (Source: Department of Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform, 2008)
Read the case study: here's how I developed a strong export market in our guide on exporting - an overview.
Access comprehensive guidance
The Business Link website features an extensive range of easy to understand guides and interactive tools covering all aspects of exporting.
To get started take a look at our guides:
You can also search our events directory of national and local events, workshops and conferences.
Get free expert advice from your local international trade adviser (ITA)
UK Trade & Investment is a government organisation which can help your business realise its export potential through a range of unique services, including free impartial advice, participation at trade fairs and bespoke market intelligence through their extensive global network.
If you're thinking about entering overseas markets, you should contact your local UK Trade & Investment ITA, who can provide free, expert and impartial advice. Use a postcode search to find details of your local trade team on the UK Trade & Investment website - Opens in a new window.
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