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Latest International Trade Newsletter is out!

Keep up-to-date on recent import and export developments and find out about local business support opportunities.

Important Export Documentation Update

ATA Carnets and Israel Update
Israeli Customs have introduced a Greater Facility to help ATA Carnet Holders who are unable to re-export their goods from Israel due to the ongoing situation. Foreign Carnets with expiry dates between 8 October and 30 November will be granted an extension to the final date for re-exportation.

Chamber raises concerns over British Steel’s plans to end Scunthorpe ‘virgin steel’ production

The Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce is voicing its concerns over British Steel’s plans to close its blast furnaces leading to the loss of around 2,000 jobs and leaving the country exposed to international markets for high quality steel.

Chambers legal rankings inspires client confidence

Leading law firm Rollits LLP has reinforced its strong credentials across its practice areas in the latest legal directory rankings.

Learn about the next phase of the Goole Town Deal programme at forthcoming exhibition

As the eight projects allocated a share of Goole’s Town Deal funding progress through the delivery stage, an exhibition will be held on Monday 27 November in Goole Market Hall to give residents and businesses a chance to find out more about the programme, and comment on the very latest proposals for two of the projects.

“Paperless cockpit” steers software business to soaraway success

A business which provides software solutions to literally lighten the load for the post-Covid aviation industry has soared ahead as airlines continue to seek savings, improve flight safety and increase operational efficiencies.

New appointment for Hull-based specialist shipping, rail and logistics law firm

Matthew Doughty has joined Myton Law, the Hull-based specialist shipping, rail and logistics law firm and Chamber member.

Hull businesses secure ‘star’ status by supporting staff to choose sustainable travel options

Four of Hull’s most notable businesses and organisations have received national certification for their workplace travel plans which encourage and support their workforces, around 2,530 staff, to walk, cycle and use public transport for their daily commute.

Humber Freeport approves £25m of investment for projects to drive green economic growth

Humber Freeport has signed off a total of almost £25m of investment for projects to stimulate growth and create hundreds of jobs across the region.

Chamber applauds scrapping of proposals to close rail ticket offices at Humber stations

THE Hull & Humber Chamber of Commerce is welcoming today’s announcement by Transport Secretary Mark Harper that plans to close rail ticket offices in England have been scrapped.

Arab British Economic Summit 2023 - 20th November 2023

THE BCC are delighted to partner with the Arab British Chamber of Commerce in their flagship event, the 3rd Arab British Economic Summit 2023 (ABES2023), which will take place at the London Hilton Metropole on 20th November 2023.
The ABCC is kindly offering a 15% discount for members of Chambers of Commerce using the discount code: ABCCBCC23

Chamber presents letter to Rail Minister in Commons asking for direct trains to London

Women’s International Networking (WIN) Programme 2023/24

THIS programme from the Department for Business and Trade has recently been launched as part of the next phase of the Northern Powerhouse pilot and offers a structured and supportive environment for women to grow their businesses and realise their potential with a transformative agenda. It has been designed to increase the participation of women-led businesses in international trade with virtual training, business mentoring, panel discussions and peer to peer networking opportunities.
Clients need to express their interest to join by 3rd November 2023.

Hull College Shortlisted for Apprenticeship Provider of the Year (Training Provider) in the 2023 AIM Empowering Futures Awards

Hull College is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted for the Apprenticeship Provider of the Year (Training Provider) award at the prestigious 2023 AIM Empowering Futures Awards.

The Chamber's 2024 Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards open for entries

Now in its 13th year, the Goole and Howdenshire Business Excellence Awards is officially open for entry!