Navigating your export journey
Free video content to help you trade internationally
Our research tells us that, despite a renewed sense of optimism as trading performance begins to improve, businesses still see international growth as a real challenge.
Whether it’s breaking into a new market or developing in an existing one, it consumes time, money, and ultimately hinders growth as the process can seem too complex and onerous. Having to engage with and manage a variety of different solution providers is also cited as a barrier to international trade. At Santander we’re keen to demystify the world of international trade and give businesses the support that they need to achieve their international trade ambitions.
This is why we’re teaming up with a number of our key providers to give you the support that they need when trading overseas. Santander Navigator’s ‘Navigating your export journey’ webinar series will provide businesses with nine on-demand, easy-to-consume, virtual drop-in sessions where our international trade providers will be able to offer a one-stop shop to support overseas trade.
This activity is underpinned by the exciting launch of our Santander Navigator platform – the digital end-to-end solution for businesses looking to trade internationally. During the sessions you will also understand how the platform will play a crucial role alongside our provider network in supporting you and your business to develop and realise your international trade ambitions.
Explore the key steps you can take to make the most of international trade
Building trusted connections to drive international trade
International trade has never been so important to the prospects of businesses in the UK. The growing international ambitions of British businesses has been a consistent theme of Santander’s biannual Trade Barometer research since its launch in 2017.
Building the right trading foundations
High-quality preparation is the key to trading successfully in international markets, whether your business is contemplating trading overseas for the first time or planning expansion into new territories. International expansion must be built on solid foundations.
Identifying growth opportunities
Once your business and key staff are primed to get started with international trade, it’s time to identify where your greatest growth opportunities lie.
Accessing a new market
The question of how you intend to supply your products or services to a new market is fundamental.
The costs of international trade
Whether your business is selling goods and services in foreign markets or importing products for use in your domestic operations, there will be a number of additional costs incurred – from shipping and insurance to regulatory compliance and legal advice.
Getting goods to market
Clinching the deal in an overseas market is the first key step, then you can start to work out the practicalities of delivery (or taking delivery if you’re importing from a new overseas partner).
Finance and business structure for international trade
Trading with international partners for the first time – or extending such trade – is a financial investment.
How Santander can help
Santander Navigator is a digital platform that collates our years of experience and knowledge into one online portal to help to make international trade simple. The platform is a gateway to identifying growth opportunities, navigating bureaucratic challenges, optimising logistics, and building connections, saving you both time and money as you grow.
As every business is different, Santander Navigator offers each user a tailored experience based on their needs. So, no matter where you are on your international journey, Santander Navigator is here to help you take the next step. For more information visit Santander Navigator.
Santander Navigator’s ‘Navigating your export journey’ series will provide you with nine on-demand, easy-to-consume, virtual drop-in sessions where our international trade providers will be able to offer a one-stop shop to support overseas trade. For more information register here.
This activity is underpinned by the exciting launch of our Santander Navigator platform – the digital end-to-end solution for businesses looking to trade internationally. During the sessions you will also understand how the platform will play a crucial role alongside our provider network in supporting you and your business to develop and realise your international trade ambitions.
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