Export Support Hub: Meet the Export Experts

The International Markets Team (IM) provide expert support to UK businesses looking to export, invest, and grow internationally across the global HM Trade Commissioner regions. Acting as a gateway to the UK Government’s global network, IMs manage enquiries and referrals from businesses and stakeholders, offering tailored advice on market opportunities, market entry strategies, routes to market, and trade barriers. Where specialist support is required, teams can connect businesses with trusted in-market service providers and local expertise to help them achieve their international growth ambitions.

The British Chambers of Commerce provides access to a trusted business network with 51 accredited Chambers across the UK and a presence in more than 70 international markets. Chambers help businesses start, grow and export by providing local support, market knowledge, trade services, policy expertise and global connections. Whether you are exploring a new market or developing an international strategy, we can connect you with the right advice and opportunities.

ChamberCustoms helps businesses trade internationally with confidence. Our experts provide customs clearance, training and consultancy services to help you meet customs requirements, reduce risk and keep goods moving smoothly across borders. As part of the British Chambers of Commerce network, we offer practical, HMRC-compliant support for importers and exporters, helping businesses save time, avoid costly mistakes and stay compliant.

Business Growth Advisers (BGAs) help ambitious businesses identify growth opportunities, overcome challenges and access the right support. They provide tailored advice on business development, productivity, market expansion and export readiness. BGAs can also connect businesses to government-backed programmes, finance, innovation support and specialist expertise to help them grow successfully in the UK and international markets.

The Diplomatic Advisory Hub connects businesses with trusted market intelligence and geopolitical insight from the UK’s diplomatic network. Delivered in partnership with the FCDO and the British Chambers of Commerce, the Hub provides expert advice on overseas markets, investment opportunities and international risks. It helps businesses make informed decisions, identify opportunities and expand internationally with greater confidence.

UK Export Finance (UKEF) is the UK government’s export credit agency. We support UK exporters, international project sponsors and buyers of UK goods and services.

Supporting your international journey every step of the way. Trading internationally can unlock growth, strengthen resilience and open new markets. But it can also bring added cost, complexity, and risk. That’s where Santander can help.Our global network and local expertise can help you navigate challenges and make the most of opportunities overseas.Whether you’re exploring your first international market or growing your global presence, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.