More than 60% of British exporters saw an increase in overseas sales in the first three months of the year, the latest UK Trade Barometer report has shown. The findings released by UK’s largest group of airports – MAG – and the Growing Together Alliance of regional business bodies, also showed … [Read more...]
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Businesses invited to share views on US tariffs
The UK Government has invited businesses to share their views on how the country should respond to new 10% tariffs imposed on imports into the US, announced by President Donald Trump. Companies are being asked to share the average value of their trade with the US, the impact of any potential … [Read more...]
Over half of UK businesses prioritising international trade to drive growth, finds Santander research
Over half (52%) of UK businesses are prioritising international trade in their plans for growth according to research by high street bank, Santander. The bank’s Santander Trade Barometer has recorded a 5% rise in businesses looking to reach new overseas customers as a growth driver compared to in … [Read more...]
New report reveals economic potential of Manchester Airport
A new report has revealed the full economic potential of Manchester Airport in driving growth across the North should future governments put the right conditions in place. Produced by Arup and published in March, it states that between now and 2050, the Northern gateway could secure direct … [Read more...]
Direct flights to launch between Manchester Airport and Shanghai
Economic and cultural links between the North-west and China are to benefit from the launch of direct flights between Manchester Airport and Shanghai. Juneyao Air’s new service, first announced in 2019 but postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will launch on 1st July, running three-times … [Read more...]
New legislation to introduce digital labelling for imports
Following a consultation on its Product Safety Review, the government has announced new legislation to introduce digital labelling on imports. Digital labelling will allow British businesses to put regulatory and manufacturing information online, rather than printed onto products, when importing … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport to host UK’s first launchpad for Indian tech SMEs
Manchester Airport will host the UK’s first launchpad for Indian tech SMEs, following a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) being signed between Greater Manchester's inward investment agency, MIDAS, Manchester Airports Group and Indian trade body, Nasscom. Nasscom, a trade body representing over … [Read more...]
Direct Manchester to Beijing flights return to pre-pandemic frequency
Travel links between the China and the North-west have been restored to pre-pandemic levels with Hainan Airlines resuming four-times weekly flights between Manchester Airport and Beijing. The Chinese airline began flying direct from Manchester to Beijing in 2016, delivering a significant economic … [Read more...]
UK moves to take trading documents digital
The UK government has set out plans for the trading documents used by businesses moving goods around the world to be made digital. The Electronic Trade Documents Bill, introduced in Parliament on 12th October, is set to allow businesses to choose digital documentation alongside paper-based hard … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport’s direct link with China restored
The North is set for an economic boost with direct air links from Manchester Airport to China now restored for the first time since the start of the pandemic. Hainan Airlines has resumed a weekly Beijing-Manchester service from Monday 22nd August. The airline started flights from the Northern … [Read more...]
20 North-west firms recognised in 2022 Queen’s Awards for Enterprise
20 businesses in the North-west have won in the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, including one in Alderley Edge, with 232 firms recognised nationwide. The prestigious award celebrates the achievements of UK businesses across four categories: International Trade, Innovation, Sustainable Development … [Read more...]
Bangladesh flights return to Manchester Airport
Biman Bangladesh Airlines will re-commence flights to the country’s capital, Dhaka, and the city of Sylhet, operating twice-weekly flights from Manchester Airport. The return of the route will be popular with the 55,000 people a year who currently travel from Manchester Airport’s catchment area … [Read more...]