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Export Finance: Unlocking Government-Backed Funding for International Expansion
When: 11 and 12 November, 2026Next Month
Location: London and Edinburgh
People: Daniela Barrdear, Mark Norris, James Shaw and Ben Williams

Sullivan & Worcester will host two events in London and Edinburgh on 11 and 12 November, 2026, as part of International Trade Week 2026, exploring how export credit agency (ECA) financing can help venture-backed technology companies fund international growth without diluting equity.

Partners James Shaw, Ben Williams, Daniela Barrdear and Mark Norris, from the firm's Emerging Companies & Venture Capital and Trade & Export Finance practices, will discuss how UK Export Finance (UKEF) can complement traditional funding sources, with practical examples of how businesses can access government-backed financing to support overseas expansion.

London – 11 November, 2026
9:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Phoenix Court, 2 Brill Place, London NW1 1DX

The London breakfast event will feature two panel discussions focusing on working capital and buyer finance, followed by networking. Space is limited. Register here »

Edinburgh – 12 November, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Edinburgh Futures Institute

Presented in partnership with Venture Café Edinburgh, the event will feature a discussion on understanding UK Export Finance and its implications for businesses, followed by networking at Venture Café Edinburgh's Thursday Gathering. Register here »