Published: June 2nd, 2025
The UK Export Academy has unveiled its June programme of events designed to equip businesses with the skills, knowledge and connections needed for international growth.
From understanding the impact of new US tariffs to mastering market research and accessing export finance, the Academy is offering valuable support for businesses at all stages of their export journey.
US tariffs – what they mean for UK businesses
The recent introduction of US tariffs is reshaping global trade. Two sessions will help UK businesses understand and navigate the implications:
- US Tariffs: Country risk and economic proposition – Monday 2 June
Led by a Senior Economist from Allianz Trade, this webinar offers expert insights into the risks and opportunities in the current US trade landscape. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how economic and political shifts may affect UK businesses and how to plan accordingly. Book your place
- US Tariffs: The Windsor Agreement – opportunities and complications – Wednesday 11 June
This webinar will explore what the new tariffs mean, how they could affect trade between Northern Ireland, the EU, Great Britain and the US. With the Windsor Framework governing much of this trade, understanding the implications is vital. Book your place
Accessing finance for international growth
Navigating Global Markets: How to access finance to help you sell overseas – Tuesday 17 June at 10am
In partnership with Santander, this session helps businesses overcome the challenge of financing their export plans. The event will cover how to create a robust financial plan and explore funding options to support international growth. Book your place
Become a market research guru
Informed exporting decisions start with great research. This three-part series will help businesses refine their approach to market research to identify the right opportunities abroad:
Develop your global market-entry strategy – A series of three webinars running on 10, 17 and 24 June, designed to help UK businesses make the most of their market research to make informed decisions when expanding overseas. Book your place for the series
International logistics support
How to work with a freight forwarder – Monday 30 June at 11am
In partnership with The British International Freight Association, this session will cover how freight forwarders support international logistics and what to expect when working with one. Book your place
New webinar series
- Global Axis: B2B eCommerce Unpacked
In today’s digital era, B2B eCommerce has emerged as a powerful engine for growth, providing UK businesses with vast opportunities to expand overseas. The new Global Axis webinar series will help businesses gain the knowledge and skills to grow their business via digital commerce, in collaboration with the Department for Business and Trade’s Digital Commerce Team and the Digital Exporting Programme, and experts from the B2B eCommerce Trade Association. Learn more about the series
- Strategic Horizons in Export (S.H.E): Expanding the female digital frontier
This new webinar series is delivered in partnership with the Department for Business and Trade’s Digital Commerce Team and the Digital Exporting Programme. It’s designed for women entrepreneurs and leaders of small businesses in the digital economy, to learn how to scale their digital businesses globally. In June, female-led businesses can get top tips on how to strategically choose the right technology to help grow their businesses. Learn more about the series
For more information on any of these events, please visit the UK Export Academy website.
