International Trade Week 2026 takes place from 9–13 November, offering businesses across Omagh and the wider Fermanagh and Omagh district opportunities to access expert advice, develop new connections and explore international markets.
Businesses across Omagh and County Tyrone are being encouraged to take advantage of International Trade Week 2026 (ITW), which runs from Monday 9 to Friday 13 November 2026.
Now in its sixth year, International Trade Week brings together businesses of all sizes and sectors with industry leaders, trade specialists and government advisers to explore opportunities for international growth.
Led by the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST) and sponsored by Santander UK, the initiative provides a programme of workshops, webinars, conferences and online advice sessions.
Whether you’re a small business considering exporting for the first time or an established company looking to expand into new markets, International Trade Week offers practical guidance and valuable networking opportunities.
Why International Trade Week Matters for Omagh Businesses
For businesses operating in Omagh and the surrounding areas, international trade can offer significant opportunities to attract new customers, increase sales and build long-term business relationships.
Local businesses involved in manufacturing, engineering, agriculture, food production, technology, professional services and retail may benefit from exploring markets beyond Northern Ireland.
With businesses across the district already operating in competitive markets, expanding into international trade could help create new revenue streams and reduce reliance on existing customers.
However, entering overseas markets can bring challenges, including understanding customs procedures, managing transportation costs, meeting regulatory requirements and identifying suitable trading partners.
International Trade Week aims to help businesses overcome these barriers by providing access to specialist knowledge and practical support.
What Support Is Available?
Throughout the five-day programme, businesses can participate in events designed to strengthen their knowledge and confidence in international trading.
Key opportunities include:
- Expert Advice: Access guidance on exporting, customs procedures, international regulations and identifying new markets.
- Practical Workshops: Learn how to develop export strategies, identify potential customers and prepare for international growth.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry specialists, international trade advisers and other businesses.
- Online Learning: Participate in webinars and virtual events without needing to travel outside Omagh.
- One-to-One Support: Speak directly with export specialists about the opportunities and challenges facing your business.
Online Events for Local Businesses
One of the main benefits for Omagh businesses is the availability of online events, making the programme accessible to companies throughout rural County Tyrone.
The Business Academy offers approximately 50 online sessions throughout the week, covering topics such as international marketing, export finance, overseas markets and business development.
The Export Support Hub, available from 9–13 November, provides opportunities to arrange one-to-one discussions with experienced trade advisers and organisations, including UK Export Finance and international Chambers of Commerce.
Businesses can also participate in an Export Action Planning workshop on Friday 13 November, from 11.00am to 1.00pm, designed to help companies assess their readiness to export and develop a practical plan for entering new markets.
Taking the Next Step Towards International Growth
For small and medium-sized businesses in Omagh, exploring international opportunities doesn’t necessarily mean making a major investment or immediately entering overseas markets.
It can begin with understanding export requirements, researching potential customers or speaking to an experienced trade adviser.
International Trade Week 2026 provides an opportunity to take those first steps, develop valuable business connections and gain a better understanding of how international trade could support future growth.
ITW webinars
9 Nov – Export Accelerator: Finding the right international market
9 Nov – Export Controls: Stay compliant and ship with confidence
9 Nov – How to use AI to understand your ideal customer
9 Nov – Working with customs agents and intermediaries
9 Nov – From Exhibition Strategy to Export Growth
9 Nov – Ready for the Gulf? How UK SMEs can finance and grow their exports
9 Nov – How to build a £50 million eCommerce business from your kitchen table
9 Nov – Untapped or underestimated? Africa’s opportunity for UK businesses
9 Nov – Selling goods into India: An overview of FTA benefits
9 Nov – The Website Gap: 10 questions every business should ask before hiring a web developer
9 Nov – Boundless ambition: A success story from Somerset to Singapore
10 Nov – The emotion economy: how to build trust that actually converts in Australia and New Zealand
10 Nov – Protecting your brand overseas: IP essentials for exporting businesses
10 Nov – Export Accelerator: What is the best route to market? Agents, Distributors, Direct?
10 Nov – Master AI prompting for business: The new core business skill
10 Nov – Get Incoterms® right: Reduce risk and ship with clarity
10 Nov – UK and EU CBAM: What it means for UK traders
10 Nov – EU packaging rules: PPWR explained
10 Nov – Top tips for understanding VAT in Europe
10 Nov – Unlock US growth with Amazon: A practical guide for UK exporters
10 Nov – Customs warehousing: From application to implementation
10 Nov – The Influence effect: How small businesses can compete with big brands on Instagram
10 Nov – How to navigate Rules of Origin to remain competitive in overseas markets
10 Nov – Going global in Canada
11 Nov – Navigating Taiwan’s healthcare market: Regulatory pathways for UK exporters
11 Nov – Winning the GCC consumer: localisation, social media and digital conversion
11 Nov – AI for marketing content: Images, ads and social media that convert
11 Nov – Customs valuation explained: Getting your goods cleared without costly mistakes
11 Nov – Exporting to India: Customs, duties and compliance essentials
11 Nov – Kazakhstan 2026: Opportunities for UK business across high-growth sectors
11 Nov – Commodity codes 101: Why customs classification matters more than you think
11 Nov – Beyond the headlines: Unlocking East Africa’s commercial potential
11 Nov – SEO is not dead: Getting found in Google, ChatGPT, Claude and CoPilot
11 Nov – Exporting food and drink to the EU: Opportunities, SPS changes and expert insights
11 Nov – Beyond Singles’ Day: How UK businesses can navigate China’s B2B market
11 Nov – Export Accelerator: Reaching new international customers
11 Nov – Outward and inward processing: How to reduce duty liability
11 Nov – Beyond the headlines: The LATAC mythbusters session
12 Nov – Entering Asia-Pacific markets with confidence: CPTPP and energy opportunities
12 Nov – Unlocking Taiwan’s food and drink market: Opportunities for UK exporters
12 Nov – EU product safety: Understanding GPSR and CE marking
12 Nov – Export Accelerator: Adjusting your products and pricing for international success
12 Nov – AI for export success: Smarter market research and global outreach
12 Nov – Export opportunities in Europe’s life sciences market: Germany, Switzerland and Spain
12 Nov – Leveraging UK trade agreements and market access in Africa
12 Nov – Cross-border eCommerce in Europe: How UK brands can scale through Poland
12 Nov – Selling services into India: What opportunities does the FTA create?
12 Nov – The authority engine: How to become the only choice on LinkedIn
12 Nov – Financial services in Chile, Mexico and Peru: Market opportunities and the CPTPP advantage
12 Nov – Eight things I wish I’d known before launching in the UAE
12 Nov – Export Accelerator: How do you get your goods to the customer?
12 Nov – GEO: Get found in AI search
12 Nov – From ambition to action: Building your export action plan for international growth
12 Nov – Taking cosmetics global: A regulatory roadmap for international expansion
12 Nov – Digital trade accelerator launch: Five steps to grow your exports and trade smarter
12 Nov – TikTok: Content that cuts through the clickbait
12 Nov – The AI Workforce: 10 tasks you should automate to help you grow your business
12 Nov – Opportunities in consumer and retail in North America
Omagh businesses interested in expanding their customer base, exploring export opportunities or strengthening their international trading knowledge are encouraged to explore the programme and register for relevant events.
