Published: October 22nd, 2026
International Trade Week (ITW) 2026 runs from 9 to 13 November, bringing together businesses, industry experts, government support and international opportunities to help organisations succeed in global markets.
Now in its sixth year, ITW is led by the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade and sponsored by Santander UK.
Whether you’re taking your first steps into exporting or looking to accelerate international growth, ITW offers a wide range of free events, expert guidance and practical support.
Highlights include
- Exporting Horizons: Innovation for Growth, the opening event in Manchester on Monday 9 November
- One-to-one virtual meetings with export specialists through the Export Support Hub
- Around 50 Business Academy webinars and workshops across the week
- Export Action Planning online on Friday 13 November
- Great British Pitch – Europe on Wednesday 11 November, a chance to pitch directly to international buyers
Don’t miss the opportunity to gain valuable insights, build connections and discover new routes to international growth.
Explore the full programme and register today: www.business.gov.uk/itw
