Throughout 2017, Norfolk Chamber of Commerce has seen an improvement in the confidence of local businesses who are exporting outside of the EU.
Compared to previous years, the number of export documents from businesses in Norfolk, together with the value of goods, has increased in 2017.
Norfolk Chamber has the expertise to support all types of businesses across the county with help, advice and documentation to allow them to trade overseas. We are the only organisation authorised by HM Government and HMRC in Norfolk to check and stamp export documentation on their behalf.
The recent statistics show that Norfolk Chamber’s International Department has seen a 4% increase, compared to the previous year, in the number of export documents for outside European Union – with the total of 5,100 documents being processed. This has led to a 3.8% increase in the value of export goods from £112.5m in 2016 to £117m in 2017.
Commenting on the increase, Julie Austin, International Trade Manager for Norfolk Chamber said:
“These latest figures demonstrate that Norfolk exporters remain optimistic about what the future holds, despite the many unanswered questions post-Brexit. This is a timely reminder that businesses are doing their best to ignore the economic uncertainty and are focussing on the success of their own operations.
“Trading overseas can be complex, so whether you are breaking into a new overseas market for the first time, or you’re already an experienced exporter, keen to develop your international operations, you’ll find all the help you need at the Norfolk Chamber, with friendly advice and a prompt service.”
Chamber member, Pasta Foods are a major exporter in Norfolk, with multiple sites in the county. They are a business to business food manufacturer of pasta and snack pellets and are currently exporting to over 40 countries worldwide.
Michele Conway, Sales Director said:
“In 2017 we have seen an overall increase in our export business and integral to our success is the support we receive from the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, who we use to legalise our documentation. We plan to grow our export business even further in 2018 targeting growth on every continent.”
If you are wanting to increase or start exporting in 2018 contact the International Department at Norfolk Chamber call 01603 729715 or email: [email protected]. Visit www.norfolkchamber.co.uk for more information.
