1. See what UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)
can do for your business.
Today, international markets are no longer the preserve of corporate giants. Globalized trade, new economic forces
and a modern, global mindset have altered and opened our world permanently. For those US businesses looking to
take advantage, the UK may offer the key.
As part of the European Union (EU), the UK gives you a base of operation in the world’s largest single marketplace. Its connections to
Asia and the Middle East, and its location between North America and eastern markets make it an ideal springboard for global growth.
The UK’s extensive workforce skills, creativity and innovative character combine to offer you location opportunities and talent throughout
the country. And its dynamic economy, sector strength and steadfast political support for overseas investment make it one of the most
attractive environments for international business.
To make your access to this world of opportunity faster and simpler, the UK provides a dedicated guide and advisor – UK Trade & Investment
(UKTI).
Problem? Solved.
Think of UKTI as the official consultant for US companies looking to establish or expand their presence in the UK.
Our role is to get you the information you need to position your company for success. As well as providing all the
assistance you will need to make your transition as seamless as possible, our industry specialists are here to help you
forge the crucial relationships you need to establish or grow your business.

2. UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is the Government department that helps UK-based companies succeed in the
global economy. We also help overseas companies bring their high-quality investment to the UK’s economy
– acknowledged as Europe’s best place from which to succeed in global business. UKTI offers expertise
and contacts through its extensive network of specialists in the UK, and in British embassies and other
diplomatic offices around the world. We provide companies with the tools they require to be competitive
on the world stage.
www.gov.uk/ukti @UKTIUSA
In short, a fast track to your solution:
• Find the right location: The appropriate resources, market and talent for a UK business are not always in London.
Our experts can help you analyze your opportunity, locate appropriately, enter the market and research initial costs.
• Get up and running: The logistics and legalities of opening an office can be overwhelming. We can help you find what
you need, where you need it, and meet tax laws and regulations.
• Hire the right talent: Finding the right people locally can be as involved as relocating your existing staff. We can help
identify the talent you need and advise you on all immigration issues.
• Make the right introductions: Whether it’s helping you establish relationships with industry and professional service
leaders, access Government, or uncover R&D opportunities, we have the high-level contacts vital to your business.
• Expand globally: When it’s time to look beyond the UK, our Overseas Market Introduction Service will help establish
the international contacts you need to get started.
Strength in depth
The UK provides opportunity for all businesses and, in recent years, specific sectors have done particularly well. UKTI is
positioned to help almost any type of business and offers specialist services to support these sectors:
• Advanced Engineering: 17 of the world’s top 20 automotive component manufacturers have UK production facilities.
• Creative & Media: The UK has the largest creative sector in the EU. London has more theaters and music venues
than New York or Paris.
• Defense & Security: UKTI provides a dedicated group to help members of the defense industry establish
relationships and identify opportunities.
• Energy: Both traditional and renewable energy companies can find world-class solutions at every stage of the
energy supply chain.
• Financial Services: The UK is both the leading global financial services center and the single most internationally
focused financial marketplace in the world.
• Healthcare: The UK is a key influencer of European healthcare regulation, and products approved in the UK have
access to the entire EU.
• Information & Communication Technology (ICT): The UK is home to Europe’s largest ICT industry, employing over a
million people. Almost every higher education institution in the UK is active in R&D in the ICT sector.
• Life Sciences: The UK is the leading pharmaceuticals market in Europe. The world’s top 12 pharmaceutical
companies have R&D facilities here.
To find out more about how UKTI specialists can help you expand your business and for additional information, please
visit www.ukti.gov.uk