5th February 2026, InterContinental, London

We are delighted to announce that the Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP, Secretary of State for Business and Trade, will deliver the ministerial address at the UK Trade and Export Finance Forum, taking place on 5th February 2026. The Forum will be an opportunity for businesses to learn more about the government’s plans for growth through international trade and how UK Export Finance can help you to meet your export ambitions.

Join the Secretary of State and 750 leaders in business, finance and government for a full day of engaging sessions and networking that will provide you with business connections to support you on your export journey.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Hear directly from the Secretary of State for Business and Trade on the government’s export and trade vision for the UK.
  • Connect with peers, partners, potential clients and government to build relationships that support your export ambitions.
  • Get key updates from UKEF’s regional experts in Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe and beyond on international opportunities and support available for overseas buyers of UK goods and services.
  • Meet 1-2-1 with your local Export Finance Manager and Country Head – learn how our flexible finance solutions can support you to win contracts, fulfil orders and get paid.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • UK exporters of any size looking to expand their presence internationally.
  • International corporates seeking finance and UK suppliers.
  • Banks and private lenders or insurers.
  • Trade and business representative organisations.

For more details and to register, click here

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