China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) is the leading organisation helping UK companies grow and develop their business with China. We help companies of all sizes and sectors, whether new entrants or established operations.

CBBC has worked with China for nearly 60 years, and our team has extensive experience of doing business there. We offer practical in-market assistance, services, industry initiatives and a membership programme delivering access, seminars and networking. Visit www.cbbc.org to book your China consultation.

Ernst & Young is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. Worldwide, our 152,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality. We make a difference by helping our people, our clients and our wider communities achieve their potential.

Our India Business Network (IBN) is a unified, global network of professionals with experience in serving multinational companies seeking to invest in India. It also supports Indian businesses considering international opportunities, helping them to overcome local challenges across the world.

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is the largest campaigning pressure group in the UK, with 200,000 members. It exists to promote and protect the interests of the self-employed and owners of small firms offering assistance and support 24/7, lobbying in the UK and EU and putting the small business viewpoint over to the media. The FSB is non-profit making and non-party political. Whatever your business – join the FSB. www.fsb.org.uk 0808 20 20 888

With offices in 87 markets worldwide, HSBC’s international connectivity is unrivalled, truly reflecting its position as ‘the world’s local bank’. The cultural insight derived from HSBC’s international standing, has been further refined within the UK through its Multicultural Commercial banking proposition – what the HSBC customer gets is a bank that speaks its own language. HSBC is making a world of difference, helping build global businesses by building local relationships.

The Intellectual Property Office is the official government body responsible for Intellectual Property (IP) rights in the UK. It is an Executive Agency of the Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS). It promotes innovation by providing a clear, accessible and widely understood IP system, enabling the economy and society to benefit from knowledge and ideas. It supports business develop and exploit their IP practically in the UK and overseas markets, including India.

Jet Airways, India’s Premier International airline with a fleet size of more than 100 aircraft, operates to more than 52 domestic and 24 international destinations, including thrice daily flights to and from London Heathrow to Delhi and Mumbai. Jet airways has won several awards, the most recent being the Outlook Traveller Awards 2011 for the ‘FAVOURITE FULL-SERVICE AIRLINE’ . With an average fleet age of 5.64 years, the airline has one of the youngest fleet in the skies.

Manchester United offers a spectacular variety of hospitality facilities. The Executive Club at Old Trafford is an arena in which to establish and build relationships which matter most to your company. The Executive Club is now sold out for season 11/12. To register your interest for the 2012/13 season, speak to a member of the team at our stand at the UKIBC Summit or go to www.jointheprioritylist.com

MIDAS, Manchester’s investment and development agency, has a remit to attract new investment and employment to the city region by promoting Manchester as a world-class location for business and delivering an extensive package of expert, free and confidential advice for potential investors. MIDAS provides services such as assistance in building a business case for a location/investment decision, market intelligence, benchmarking studies, assistance in finding property solutions, and advice on recruitment and training.

Edexcel and BTEC Qualifications
Edexcel and BTEC qualifications come from Pearson, the world’s leading learning company. We provide a wide range of qualifications including academic, vocational, occupational and specific programmes for employers. For further information, please visit our qualifications website at www.edexcel.com/international

PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for their clients and their stakeholders. More than 163,000 people in 151 countries across their network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.

Sannam S4 is a specialist, single window provider of services to support the market entry and business development of international organisations in India.

WHAT WE DO: Establish and manage local presence, Company Incorporation, Accounting, Payroll and Expense Management, Compliance Management, Recruitment and HR Advisory, Identification and Due Diligence of Partnerships, Distributors and Strategic Alliances, Tax and Inward Investment Advisory, Market Research, Serviced Offices www.sannams4.com

UK Export Finance is the export credit agency of the United Kingdom.

Formally known as the Export Credits Guarantee Department, UK Export Finance complements the private market by providing government assistance to exporters and investors, principally in the form of insurance policies and guarantees on bank loans.

Our range of products and services has recently expanded, providing the potential to assist a wider range of UK exporters.

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), with its team of expert advisers located across the globe, can help you fulfill your international ambitions. It can assist you at all stages of the business planning cycle, from inception to completion. Whether you’re a seasoned exporter of just beginning to expand overseas, talking to UKTI is one of the best moves your company can make.