Even in these austere times, with the government clawing back any spare funding they can, there are still pockets of opportunity. The TR&DE programme from UKTI offers up to £3000 (which supported companies must match to give a total of up to £6000 funding) to SME businesses based in the North West who get involved with Research & Development to support activity to promote export trade. The programme also offers (in addition to the funding) access to international trade expertise from Grant Thornton and EV. Funding can be used for a range of activities including:
- Market research projects for new overseas market entry
- Assistance with international marketing and branding, including website development and marketing materials
- Advice relating to international commerce and e-commerce protocols
- A review of existing IP assets and protection, strategy and future requirements
- Legal advice around international commercial agreements
- Attendance at overseas conferences
- Assistance in identifying and recruiting new staff to help enter international markets
The programme is limited to a maximum of 230 companies and applications must be made by 19 August 2011 Here is some further info from UKTI: Introduction to the TR&DE funding programme Or contact me: davidw@bsamarketing.com for more details and to help you:
