NEWS: InterTradeIreland launches Trade Connects 2026 to help SMEs unlock new cross-border growth opportunities With all-island trade reaching a record £14.6/€17.24bn, Trade Connects 2026 will bring businesses together in Dublin and Belfast for expert insights, practical masterclasses and valuable networking opportunities. Hosted by Áine Kerr, the free events will explore cross-border trade, AI, exporting and the supports available to help SMEs grow. You can read more and register at the link below👇 https://lnkd.in/eMhNUkB2
InterTradeIreland
Government Administration
Newry, Northern Ireland 17,774 followers
About us
InterTradeIreland We have directly assisted more than 61,000 business, while thousands of more SMEs have benefitted from our specialist advice. Our support has generated more than €1.95bn / £1.7 billion in business development value. We can connect you to customers, suppliers, innovators, networks and investors across the island to grow your business. From assisting SMEs to secure over €350 million in investment to helping drive cross-border trade from €2 billion to €15 billion, our impact speaks volumes. Established under Strand 2 of the Belfast Good Friday Agreement, our approach is value through collaboration. Across the island there are many shared policy priorities and economic opportunities that can best be addressed by maximising collaboration with our partners. Funded by both the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment and the Department for the Economy, we’re uniquely positioned to accelerate economic growth across the island. www.intertradeireland.com Updated November 2025
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http://www.intertradeireland.com
External link for InterTradeIreland
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Newry, Northern Ireland
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- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Cross Border Trade and Sales Support, SME Innovation Support, Venture Capital finance and Seedcorn Competition, Business Funding, All-Island Research and Statistics, Tendering Support, Business Growth Funding and Support, Brexit Advisory Service, and Export advice
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The Old Gasworks Business Park
Kilmorey Street
Newry, Northern Ireland BT34 2DE, GB
Employees at InterTradeIreland
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Will you be joining us at Trade Connects 2026 in Dublin? 📍 Dublin | Thursday 8 October 2026 | The Alex Hotel With expert speakers, practical masterclasses and an engaging panel discussion, this FREE half-day event is designed to help businesses uncover new cross-border opportunities, build valuable connections and gain insights to support future growth. Secure your free place today: https://lnkd.in/eXwrxFZp
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We open doors to business opportunities across the island. Find out more👉 https://lnkd.in/epvqtt7z
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Do you have an idea that would help grow your business but are uncertain about investing in innovation? InterTradeIreland’s Innovation Boost programme reduces the cost and uncertainty that comes with innovation investment, by funding up to £56,000 / €67,900 to help solve a critical business problem. Want to chat with our team to assess your suitability? Fill out the enquiry form on our website and we will be in touch👉https://lnkd.in/eaDvvWmn
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We're hiring an Assistant Director of Enterprise Development! ✔ Salary: £61,292 - £64,780 per annum ✔ Flexible working arrangements ✔ Attractive pension scheme ✔ 30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) Interested? Apply now ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eSr6rbd9
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Expanding your business can be challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. The Trade Export Pathway offers fully funded specialist support to help your business navigate growth across the island, from market research and customer insights to implementation and growth planning. Access expert guidance designed to help your business achieve sustainable cross-border success. Apply today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAsY9tMu
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Register for our next Funding Advisory Service Workshop on Thursday 2nd October. Workshop content: ✅ Overview of the current funding landscape, including active funders. ✅ How providers of funding make their decisions and discussions around the types of SMEs they have funded. ✅ Advice on how to make your business ready for funding. ✅ Interview with Janice Daly Consulting Partner GT, with a discussion on managing working capital and liquidity ✅ Panel discussion with active funders. 🕙 10:00am - 11:00am 📍 Online Whether you're seeking traditional bank finance or exploring alternative funding options, this workshop will help you identify the right funding solutions to support your business growth. Sign up now 👇 https://lnkd.in/egVzDc-g
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Thinking about tendering for public sector contracts? Now’s the time to get started. Register today for our Go-2-Tender online workshop on 6th or 20th October. Designed for businesses across the island interested in winning public sector tenders, each workshop is delivered over two half-day sessions via Teams and covers the following topics: ✔️ Understanding the market so you can compete ✔️ Sourcing tenders and deciding whether to bid ✔️ Ways to win tenders ✔️ Steps to complete and submit tenders ✔️ How to make tendering success a key part of your business Go-2-Tender workshops are delivered over two half-day sessions, with attendance at both sessions required to progress to the mentoring stage and unlock up to 9 days of fully funded one-to-one mentoring support. Workshop dates: 📅 6th & 8th October and 📅 20th & 22nd October. Secure your spot 👇 https://lnkd.in/eiC3HKWU
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We’re hiring a Programme Manager - Enterprise Development ✔ Salary: £50,558 – £52,471 per annum ✔ Flexible Working Arrangements ✔ Attractive Pension Package ✔ 30 Days’ Annual Leave (Plus Bank Holidays) Interested? Apply now ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eX5s4uEk
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We're hiring an Assistant Director of Enterprise Development! ✔ Salary: £61,292 - £64,780 per annum ✔ Flexible working arrangements ✔ Attractive pension scheme ✔30 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays) Interested? Apply now ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eUrn_jVG
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