Doing Business with the Northern Powerhouse

A regional trade and investment event to stimulate export and international partnerships.

This important event is designed to showcase the manufacturing and research strengths of the Northern Powerhouse region. Enormous opportunities exist for businesses to meet with other companies as well as overseas economic development bodies, country representatives and specialist advisors in IP, international regulation and distribution & joint venture agreements.

The programme will focus on the following three sectors that account for a large proportion of international trade within the Northern Powerhouse.

• Advanced Manufacturing (including vehicles)

• Healthcare and Life Sciences (including medical devices)

• Chemicals and Process Industries (including FMCG)

Participants will benefit from:

• A high profile conference programme featuring international experts

• Presentations and experiences from leading companies in each sector

• An activity and matchmaking zone for business to business meetings

• Expert help desks to provide local advice and information

• Workshops covering routes to market, regulation and Intellectual Property

• Country specific desks to meet with overseas trade promotion organisations

• Strong participation from India, Netherlands and other target markets

To view a detailed agenda please follow this link.

Nissan Sports & Leisure Complex - Sunderland