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Research Your Export Markets
7. How Can I Reduce My Costs?
7.1 Businesses with fewer than 250 staff may be eligible for a grant of up to 50 per cent of an approved export market research project carried out by an in-house researcher or outside agency.
- Find out more from the export marketing research team at the British Chambers of Commerce on 024 7669 4484 or by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
7.2 Some local councils also provide grants for export research.
- Find your local council by visiting www.direct.gov.uk.
7.3 You may also be able to commission research through Business Link (0845 600 9 006).
- Reports cost between £200 and £1,500. They can include basic market information, identification and assessment of potential agents/distributors, customised local contact list, advice on your market approach, information about potential local business contacts and general information on local investment opportunities.
- If you need to visit your chosen market, you may be eligible for a grant of up to 50 per cent of the travel costs.
Labels: Exporting/Importing
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