Tailor your learning by choosing from one, five, or all 21 modules. Completing all 21 modules grants a prestigious diploma, with each module earning a credit. Accumulate 26 credits for a Level 4 International Trade Qualification.

Click here to find out the modules covered and the costs involved. 
These modules are taught by experienced trainer Richard Bartlett, an Accomplished Director with 23 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, and international trade.

Find out more by emailing internationaltrade@cambscci.co.uk.

Policy and Changes in UK Trading

There are many changes afoot in international trading for UK Exporters and Importers, and we are aware that the guidance on such changes are not always easy to navigate. If you need assistance in how to work through these changes, or guidance on where best to research these changes, please do not hesitate to reach out to us here at the Chamber.

Our feed into the Global Chamber Network, and with the British Chamber of Commerce connections into Cabinet, are vital to businesses, but we cannot help if we do not know of the difficulties you are facing. Please email internationaltrade@cambscci.co.uk if you have a situation or trade barrier that you need assistance with.

The BCC joined over 20 EU Ambassadors for a discussion on the experiences of UK businesses with EU trade, and to present our policy recommendations and new findings. BCC Director General, Shevaun Haviland, took part in a wide-ranging conversation on trade, the economy, and infrastructure. They will be engaging further with the EU Ambassadors next month.

The latest UK trade data for December 2023, the final quarter of the year, and 2023 overall, were released by the Office for National Statistics last Thursday. Overall, goods exports volumes fell 4.6 per cent in 2023, while services exports volumes rose by 5.3 per cent. Read the BCC response. 

Last week, the BCC took part in a meeting with British Chambers in EU and Belgium, on the latest regulatory and policy developments in Brussels and what it means for UK businesses. They were also briefed this week on the latest developments on trade between the UK and India.

The UK government signed an enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership Agreement with Nigeria last week.

Today, Tuesday 20 February, Minister Nus Ghani MP held a second roundtable with business on the latest experiences of trade disruption through the Red Sea crossings.

You can view the full list of all our training courses for 2024 on the Chamber website.

Courses can also be tailored to meet your company’s specific requirements. For more information about a bespoke course for your company, which can be delivered remotely or in person, please contact the Chamber on 01223 237414.

Updating the Windsor Framework
Wednesday 21 February, 2.30pm

The changes to the Windsor Framework represent significant steps towards simplifying customs processes and reducing checks and paperwork on goods moving from Great Britain to Northern Ireland. This webinar will explore the implications of these changes for businesses, the timeframes involved, and the opportunities emerging from the new agreement.

Register here.

CDS Exports
Thursday 7 March, 11.00am

In September 2022, HMRC completed stage 1 of transitioning to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), bidding farewell to the CHIEF (Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight) system for Import declarations. Now, stage 2 is on the horizon, marking the withdrawal of the Export CHIEF service. This webinar will help businesses navigate these changes effectively and ensure a smooth transition.

Register here.

Join UK Export Finance (UKEF) for an informative morning highlighting alternative routes to finance to help you export.

• Hear how you can overcome the financial barriers to exporting
• Meet with representatives from UKEF, Innovate UK, Newable Lending, Synergy in Trade, White Oak, Accelerated Payments and Stenn International Finance to discuss what support is available for your business
• Learn how UKEF can help you to win contracts, fulfil orders and get paid
• Meet with the Chambers' International Trade Team.

Attendance is free of charge. Please email events@ukexportfinance.gov.uk by Friday 9 February to RSVP and confirm any dietary or accessibility requirements.

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