Welsh Government would like to invite your company to participate in its export market visit to Gothenburg and Copenhagen. This Welsh Government supported visit offers an exciting opportunity for businesses of all sizes to connect with businesses in Denmark and Sweden.
Whilst providing business prospects across all sectors, the visit offers specific opportunities across Scandinavia for those interested in renewable offshore energy, and via the Nordic Life Science Days event in Malmo on the 18-19 September, those with an interest across the Life Sciences and healthcare industries. The event is a short commute from the Trade Mission base in Copenhagen during that part of the visit.
Why Sweden?
Sweden is among the most competitive, innovative and globalised nations in the world. The country has a stable economy, a skilled labour force and sophisticated consumers.
Sweden, the largest of the five Nordic countries in North Western Europe is a wealthy, prosperous and developed country with a mature and sophisticated economy.
Sweden’s approach to international business is modern, open and friendly. Businesses welcome international partnerships, and there is a skilled, well-educated workforce. This makes Sweden an easy country to operate in. The corporate tax rate is low by international standards.
Why Denmark?
Denmark has a wealthy, educated and open economy, receptive to UK products and investments. The Danes are sophisticated buyers with a good reputation for paying suppliers on time.
The country offers easy access to the Scandinavian and Baltic countries as well as the growing economies of Germany and Poland. It provides a gateway to northern European markets via strong air, rail and motorway networks.
Doing business is very similar to the UK. Denmark offers a supportive political and economic framework for business development, as well as local and foreign investments.
Why Attend?
This visit will provide you with the opportunity to showcase your company, gain valuable contacts and build your exports in this market.
By participating in this visit, you will benefit from:
- Cost effective means of visiting the market.
- Network and engage with key businesses and decision makers in the market
- Sharing knowledge and information with other participants
- Assistance with travel arrangements through appointed travel agent
- Attend networking events
- Inclusion in any marketing material for the mission
The cost
The Welsh Government is supporting* companies to take part in this export market visit. This offer is available to one representative per company and the cost is £1,200. This includes:
- Return flights
- In-market transfers (if travel with the group)
- 5 night’s accommodation with breakfast
- Attendance at in-market events
- Inclusion in any marketing material
This offer is available to one representative per company.
Event Details
When – 15-20 September 2024
Sectors – Multi-sector
Where – Copenhagen, Denmark, and Gothenburg, Sweden.
Itinerary
15 September - Depart for Gothenburg
16-17 September – Opportunity for companies to have their own meetings / pre-arranged meetings Programme in Gothenburg.
18 September - Depart for Copenhagen
18-20 September - Opportunity for companies to have their own meetings / pre-arranged meetings Programme in Copenhagen / Opportunity for businesses to attend Nordic Life Science Days in Malmo.
20 September – Return to Wales.
Arrangement of Meetings Service
If you would like maximise your time at the event, we can offer support for a programme of 3-4 meetings to be arranged for you by one of our business consultants. This service is available from £500.
Please note, if you would like this support, then you must submit your application 10 weeks before the export market visit or exhibition departs.
If your application is submitted after 26 July 2024 then we cannot guarantee that there is there is sufficient time to effectively provide this additional support.
Deadline for applications is 26 July 2024 (Travel and pre-arranged meetings)
Deadline for applications is 23 August 2024 (Travel only)
*Subject to eligibility