Invest NI Announce Trade Mission To Sweden And Denmark

Invest NI have announced a five day trade mission to Sweden and Denmark, focusing on Stockholm and Copenhagen.

Companies from Northern Ireland already export £92.8m in goods and services to Sweden and Denmark and this trade mission represents an excellent opportunity for companies who are looking to expand into both countries.

Sweden

Sweden is a wealthy, prosperous and developed country. According to IMF data it ranked 22nd for gross domestic product (GDP) globally whilst also being 7th with regard to GDP per capita, providing individuals with strong purchasing power.

Sweden is the 11th easiest country in which to do business according to the World Bank Report 2015. English is widely used and Swedes are open-minded to new ideas and products.

Denmark

Denmark has one of the more robust economies in the EU. It has a wealthy, educated and open economy. Danes are sophisticated buyers with a good reputation for paying suppliers on time.

Although small, it is also one of the most competitive economies in the world with an efficient workforce and highly developed infrastructure. Danish business is characterised by minimal bureaucracy, high education, robust purchasing power, ease of access and widespread use of the English language.

The benefits of participation include:

• Opportunity to access two export markets in Europe

• Advice and support on Doing Business in Sweden and Denmark by country experts

• In-market support through the in-market trade advisers in Sweden and Denmark

• Direct insights into local market opportunities and conditions

• Up to 50% contribution towards economy airfares (capped at £250)*

• Up to £75 per night towards accommodation – maximum 5 nights*

Applications to attend are open now.

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*Contribution towards airfares and accommodation is for one participant per company only