Final call for UKTI Gulf trade mission

BUSINESSES in the construction and infrastructure sectors still have time to join a trade mission to the Middle East in March.

Those interested in joining the week-long trip to Oman and Qatar, departing March 1 and being run by UK Trade & Investment, have until January 18 to register.

UK exports to Oman totalled £389m in 2011, and the UK is Oman’s 8th largest import market. British engineering consultants and specialist service providers have a large share of the market, and consistently high oil prices mean that Oman’s economy, like the rest of the Gulf, is strong and continues to grow.

Qatar also requires significant construction and infrastructure development before hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and enjoys a healthy trading relationship with the UK.

British exports to Qatar have more than doubled in the last few years, and it is designated as one of UK Trade and Investment’s High Growth Markets, having one of the highest rates of GDP per capita in the world and an excellent rate of economic growth

The visit will be from 1 March to 8 March 2013. and there may be financial support available for eligible North West SME companies who have been trading for a minimum of 12 months.

To register interest in the mission or to receive an application form please contact Jackie Nolan at events@uktinorthwest.co.uk

The trade mission offers pre-departure and in-market briefings on opportunities, networking and promotional opportunities.