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At the Growth Company, we believe in supporting local businesses that are interested in boosting their sales around the world. Take a look at how our services can equip you with the tools and information you need to successfully enter international markets.

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Explore our services 

Before entering any new international market, it’s essential to make informed decisions based on knowledge, research and strategic planning. We offer fully-funded impartial advice from our team of International Trade Advisers to nurture your international ambitions.


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Top tips from our expert advisers

There are many considerations that businesses need to take into account before looking to export.
To give your business the best chance of successfully entering a new market, whether it be your first venture or an expansion of your current export activity, it is important to seek expert advice. Our international trade advisers share their top tips for exporting. 

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GC Stories: Driveworks introduced to new markets thanks to our international trade team 

Based on the outskirts of Warrington, DriveWorks creates design automation and sales configurator software that’s used by a wide range of businesses and industries around the world. Although the company succeeded in European and US markets, they required help from the Growth Company to repeat their success in other regions that had bigger cultural differences.

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Events, workshops, trade missions and roadshows 

We host a variety of events that will enable you to understand the benefits of selling abroad. Our events are designed to give you an insight of what your company needs to do in order to position itself for long-term success. You’ll also learn how to avoid the common pitfalls associated with exporting. Read more about the workshops, trade missions and road shows we offer and find out which one is the most suitable for your business.

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Know you’re limitless: The Global Scale-Up Programme 

With the right support and funding, the world has never been more accessible for Greater Manchester’s businesses. The Global Scale-Up Programme enables companies across the whole of Greater Manchester to rapidly expand into multiple markets. Successful applicants will benefit from a range of services – such as access to a set of global experts and the latest international growth tools.

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Gain the knowledge you need to export



Here at The Growth Company, we offer a range of courses for businesses looking to trade. From export documentation to export procedures, our courses will break it down into easy-to-understand, bite-sized pieces - giving you the confidence and understanding to export successfully.


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The Brexit toolkit 

This Brexit toolkit addresses the key trade and customs issues British importers and exporters may face. It also includes an exclusive ‘self-audit’ tool to help manufacturers of all sizes navigate their way through the uncertain waters of Brexit. The toolkit also shows businesses how to map their supply chain and entire goods flow into and out of the UK.

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Discover your passport to Europe for manufacturing and construction businesses

Any company involved in the manufacturing of steel or aluminium components used in the construction of buildings, who wishes to sell products into Europe, needs to be certified for the British Standard EN 1090 as a legal requirement. To achieve CE marking structural steel certification, Centre for Assessment can guide you through the process so that your business is recognised as a competent provider.

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GC Stories: Online learning company goes global


We provide a range of services to companies interested in exporting: from start-up loans available from GC Business Finance, potential equity investments from GC Angels, and trade expertise from our GC International Trade team. Find out how Digital Training Solutions (DTS) has set out plans to crack the US, Africa and China following long-term support from the Growth Company.


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GC Stories: Discover just some of the companies supported by our expert services  

The Growth Company International Trade team delivers advice and support to enable local businesses to succeed internationally. Our advisers can offer help no matter what stage you are at in your journey – whether you want to secure your first overseas sale, or want help developing a strategy to expand into multiple regions. Find out how we have helped numerous businesses to diversify and expand into global markets.

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