Trade Mission to Turkey - London Chamber of Commerce and Industry

International BusinessTrade Mission to Turkey:Istanbul13 - 15 May 2013Closing date Monday 1 April 2013Pre-departure briefing Monday 29 April 2013The mission will be led by Kit Malthouse, Deputy Mayor of London for Business and Enterpriseand will showcase London’s infrastructure expertise.From 13 - 15 May 2013, UK Trade & Investment will once again be running a week-long series of activities called Export Week.Focusing on high growth markets, we will be taking a delegation to the Istanbul Financial Center Project where delegates will meet keycontractors, financiers, government officials and consultants. London companies will have the opportunity to showcase their expertiseto Turkish businesses and the Istanbul Municipality.Why Turkey?Turkey’s 77 million consumers purchased£3.7 billion of British goods in 2011. Someeconomists predict that Turkey will have thefastest rate of growth this decade (after India and China) and call itEurope’s sixth largest economy. The Turkish economy grew by almost3% in 2012, putting it ahead of many European Union (EU) countries.There is no customs duty between Turkey and EU Member Statesfor all trade, except agricultural products. Turkey’s top imports areoils and fuels (16%), steel (12%), machinery (11%) and electricalequipment (7%).British Petroleum is the operator of the US$4 billion Baku-Tblisi-Ceyhanoil pipeline which ends near Iskenderun, one of the world’s largest energyprojects. It carries over ten million barrels of oil per year.Turkey has a vast construction track record, with a significantTurkish construction presence in the Middle East. The country’smanufacturing and services industries are larger than Russia’s(excluding energy and oil).SectorsAll sectors related to infrastructure (transport, water, energy, waste,construction, architecture, materials and technology, ICT, security) andrelated services.The Benefits• Meet key decision makers including business leaders,industry bodies and government officials from Istanbul• Networking opportunities at receptions hostedby the British Consul-General in Istanbul• British Consul-General support and advice througha team of dedicated commercial officers• Business-to-business meetings organisedby the British Consul-General• Pre-visit and in-country briefings providing marketinformation and advice on how to do business in Turkey• Subsidised market research provided throughUKTI’s Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS)scheme. OMIS reports provide in-depth market analysis,identification of contacts and, if required, arrangementof a full programme of meetings• Your company profile in the trade mission brochure,circulated to companies in Istanbul• In-market help and advice from one of UKTI’sInternational Trade Advisers• Extensive local media coverage to heighten your presencein the market resulting from the visit of the DeputyMayor of London• Services of an experienced mission manager beforeand during the visit• Competitive costs through group travelPROJECT PART-FINANCED BY THE EUROPEAN UNION

The Costs• Travel Package: A competitive travel package will be available• Participation Fee: £395 (There is a discounted rate of £295 for London Chamber of Commerce Premier Plus members)The Programme (subject to change)Mon 13 May 6.55am Depart London12.45pm Arrive Istanbul and transfer to Hotel Marmara Pera 4*4.00pmBriefing by British Consulate-General7.30pmWelcome Dinner hosted by British Consulate-GeneralTue 14 May 9.30am Business Networking event12.30 - 2.00 pm Round table lunch with the Deputy Mayor of Istanbul2.30pmVisit to the Istanbul Financial Center7.30pmNetworking Reception at British Consulate-GeneralWed 15 May 9.30am Visit to the Istanbul Development Agency1.30pmB2B meetings organised by UKTI8.30pmDepart Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK198710.30pmArrive London HeathrowTravelA competitive travel package is being put together by the organisers. This will include flights, transfers and hotels on a bed and breakfast basis.You can make your own travel arrangements but it is highly recommended that you stay in the mission hotel in order to make the most of thenetworking opportunities. Please do not book your flights and accommodation until your participation is confirmed.EligibilityTo accompany this trade mission, your business must be established within the UK and selling or marketing a British product or service relatedto the infrastructure industry. Please note that there is very limited space and companies will be registered on a first come, first served basis.Only one representative per company will be accepted.How To ApplyFor the full information and application pack, please contact the mission manager, Vanessa Vlotides, Head of International Business Team,E: vvlotides@londonchamber.co.uk, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1838, for the full application pack. Please complete the application forms byMonday 1 April 2013.UK Trade & InvestmentUK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is the Government Department that helps UK-based companies succeed in the global economy. We also helpoverseas companies bring their high quality investment to the UK’s economy – acknowledged as Europe’s best place from which to succeedin global business. UKTI offers expertise and contacts through its extensive network of specialists in the UK, and in British embassies andother diplomatic offices around the world. UKTI’s London regional team is dedicated to increasing the competitiveness of SMEs in the capitalthrough international sales development. A team of International Trade Advisers deliver tailored help to businesses who are either exportingfor the first time or looking to enter new markets. For more information on UKTI, visit www.ukti.gov.uk/london, telephone 020 7234 3000or email export@uktilondon.org.uk.Supported byDelivered by London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI),33 Queen Street, London, EC4R 1AP, T: +44 (0)20 7203 1838,F: +44 (0)20 7203 1905 W: www.londonchamber.co.ukE: vvlotides@londonchamber.co.uk