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Export Academy

Department for Business and Trade
Ongoing

Funding

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Location

England, South West England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

The Export Academy is a training programme from the Department for Business and Trade. It helps small and medium-sized businesses start or grow their exports. You get training and guidance on how to sell into international markets. It is aimed at businesses in England, particularly the South West.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited companysole traderpartnership

Key requirements:

  • Must be an SME
  • Must be looking to start or develop export activities
Who is this for?

This programme is for small and medium-sized businesses in England that want to start exporting or sell more overseas. It is particularly relevant to businesses in South West England. It is not for large businesses or those already well-established in international markets.

Sectors

ManufacturingProfessional & Scientific ServicesWholesale & Retail Trade

Regions

EnglandSouth West England
Funder track record
Last published award 2024

Awards published

259

Typical award

£130,000

Most awards

£45,133 to £298,250

Most funded region

London

Recent awards include West Sussex County Council (£194,000, 2024), Citizens Advice (£50,000, 2024) and Cheshire East Council (£261,000, 2024).

This funder has made 259 awards with a typical award of £130,000. Would you qualify?

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Full details from Department for Business and Trade

Introduced by the Department for Business and Trade to support businesses beginning their exporting journey. Provides training and guidance to help SMEs access international markets. Aimed at businesses looking to start or expand their export activities.

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Last updated: 19 July 2026