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Based on the southwest coast of Scotland, within the United Kingdom, North Ayrshire is an ideal location from which to serve both a UK and European market. Many internationally renowned companies have also discovered that it is also a perfect location to serve the global market. The reason for this is simple – global connections.
North Ayrshire is a mere 6 miles from
Glasgow Prestwick International Airport which has now gained the right to
be called Scotland’s cargo hub. This allows your goods to be distributed
quickly and efficiently to your customers irrespective of where they are located
in the world. This global connection also permits raw materials and goods
to be delivered to your business in an equally quick manner providing a distinct
logistical advantage. With Glasgow International Airport, which is Scotland’s
primary passenger hub, a mere 40 minutes by road North Ayrshire really is
an ideal location for your business.
North Ayrshire Council recognise the importance of the exporting in today’s global market place. Thus the Council have an unmatched commitment to supporting international trade and exports for all SME’s based in the area. As a result North Ayrshire Council have developed and fostered close links with the major organisations involved in developing exports from the UK - working closely with Scottish Development International (SDI), Trade Partners UK, the Department of Trade and Industry, the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) and the Scottish Chamber of Commerce.
More specifically the Council work in close partnership
with the Ayrshire Export Partnership – the body charged with the responsibility
of assisting Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SME’s) in Ayrshire
to grow and expand their export base.
In association with North Ayrshire Council the Ayrshire Export Partnership (AEP) can assist companies
| • | Plan and Prepare for moving into the worldwide market |
| • | Undertake targeted market research |
| • | Provide guidance on market penetration strategies |
| • | Advise on international trade finance and managing financial transactions |
| • | Support your company on outward trade missions and in attending international trade shows |
| • | Assist in identifying and supporting suitable export related staff training |
| • | Provide the vital access point to national government support schemes |
HM Customs and Excise can advise you
on getting your goods in and out of the country, explaining tariffs and assisting
with all the necessary documentation that is required. More information is
contained on the Customs and Excise website link provided below.
Export Facts |
| Ayrshire
exports, excluding whisky, jumped16.8% in 2000/01 compared with a national
increase of just 3.1%. |
| Office
Machinery, with a 41.5% share of total Ayrshire exports, once again is the areas top exporting sector with overseas sales valued at £807.9m. |
| The
transport equipment sector in Ayrshire accounted for 48% of Scottish
exports. |
| The
largest export market is the European Union which represents 52.6%of
overseas sales from he region. |
| The
USA’s share of Ayrshire exports increased from 30.6% to 33.9% |
www.scdi.org.uk
www.scottishdevelopmentinternational.com
www.tradepartners.gov.uk
www.dti.gov.uk
www.hmce.gov.uk
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