Go Global with Business West

Business West has today launched its #GetExporting container at the Engine Shed in Bristol, providing a showcase for local exporters and highlighting the importance of international trade in the region.

The South West is host to a wide range of exciting exporters that export the likes of tea to China, cheese to France and cider to Australia.

Today an array of successful local exporters including AngelBerry, Lye Cross Farm, Moulton Bikes, Rollasole, Pukka Herbs and many more came down to the #GetExporting container to showcase how exporting has helped their business and what the benefits are to local businesses. 

The #GetExporting container concept was devised by local creative marketing agency Mr B & Friends who commissioned the talents of renowned Bristol street artists Andy Council and Tim Ulewicz to paint the exterior of the container. Over the next six months the container will make its way around principal sites in the South West including Bath, Swindon, and Gloucester.

James Monk, Commercial Director, Business West, said:  “Quite simply, South West businesses are not exporting enough. Yet research shows that businesses who export have significantly greater growth prospects, more durability and higher profitability than companies who don’t. Exporting businesses generate an average growth of 30% after exporting for just two years - a serious reason for businesses to consider trading overseas. To get this message across we have taken an iconic symbol of exporting - a shipping container and created a high profile campaign that will make people stop and stare, talk, tweet, participate and most of all to encourage active discussion about exporting.”

As part of the #GetExporting campaign Business West is offering local businesses to reap the benefits of exporting and take part in a short survey for the chance to win an export support package worth over £3000! To enter visit www.getexporting.info