Event Description
The UK–India Free Trade Agreement is set to transform how UK businesses trade with India, opening new opportunities through tariff reductions, improved market access and streamlined regulation.
To support businesses to prepare for Free Trade Agreement and ‘Entry into Force’ our UK–India FTA Roadshow 2026 will be touring the UK, and is designed to help UK businesses enter, scale and succeed in India.
Our objective is to provide:
Clear insight into what the UK–India FTA means for your business
Practical guidance on how to use the agreement to become more competitive in India
Export support that demystifies the process, helping to reduce risk and barriers to entry
Direct access to India market experts and export specialists
Opportunities to connect with buyers, distributors and potential partners
Inspiration from UK businesses already succeeding in India
Clear next steps to help accelerate your market entry or expansion plans
Each Roadshow will include:
Plenary session – hosted by Senior HMG representatives and regional representatives
Interactive workshops & briefings sessions – focused on real-time opportunities, sectors and market intelligence
Fireside chats – hosted panel discussions and case studies
1 to 1 meetings – meet with DBT India Market representative and potential buyers
HMG Business support expo – discover support available to your business
Networking opportunities and more …
Date and locations are highlighted below:
Leeds – Wednesday 17 June – Opera North (Howard Assembly Room), LS1 6PA
Belfast – Thursday 18 June – Europa Hotel, BT2 7AP
Edinburgh – Monday 22 June – Edinburgh International Conference Centre, EH3 8EE
Cardiff – Tuesday 23 June – Hilton Cardiff, CF10 3HH
Birmingham – Wednesday 24 June – The REP Birmingham, B1 2EP
Manchester – Thursday 25 June – Free Trade Hall, M2 5QR