The UK's Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is hosting a UK Retail Tour to Belgium & the Netherlands
The retail tour will give you the opportunity to:
- Learn about the food & drink sector in Belgium & the Netherlands
- Have the opportunity to meet key stakeholders to start your export journey to Belgium and the Netherlands.
- Receive insights from experienced Trade Advisors about these markets and understand your route to the BENELUX region.
The deadline for submitting your expression of interest is 28 November 2024. Kindly note that there are only 20 spots available and a selection procedure based on readiness to export, export potential, innovation and sustainability will be implemented. It might not be possible for all companies interested to participate.
There is no charge to participate in this mission. Companies will however, be responsible for covering their own travel, accommodation and subsistence costs, plus any charges associated with their visit.
An outline of the programme (which is subject to change) is as follows:
13 January 2025: Suggested day of arrival
Day 1
14 January 2025
Introduction to Belgium & retail tour
8:30 - 9:00: UK companies arrival at UK Residence
9:00 - 10:00: Introduction to Belgium
10:00 - 13:00: Retail Tour
13:00 - 13:30: Lunch
13:30 - 16:00: Retail Tour
16:30 - 17:30: Presentation on the UK food and drink market
16:30 - 19:00 Evening Showcase & Reception at UK Residence, Brussels, Belgium
Day 2
15 January 2025
Retail Visit to Amsterdam, Netherlands
8:00: Meet at Brussels Central Station to travel to Amsterdam
11:00 - 1130: Arrival & Coffee at Amsterdam In Business HQ (WTC Ams. Zuid)
11:30 - 14:00: Information Session - Doing Business in NL
14:00 -16:00: Retail Tour in Amsterdam
Day 3
16 January 2025
Horecava trade show visit - RAI Amsterdam
9:00 - 13:30: UK Companies to explore Horecava
13:30: Return to UK