International Festival for Business 2016
Insights
Gain first-hand insights from UK industry leaders on the risks and rewards of exporting to ASEAN, the US and more regions.
- The future of energy Innovative mid-market firms are revolutionising battery technology, increasing efficiencies across the entire business world. How are UK firms investing in the future of energy?
- The benefits of selling overseas What exactly the benefits of exporting? And, if you decide to looks overseas, where do you find the support you need? UK Trade & Investment’s Clive Drinkwater speaks to HSBC.
- At the forefront of energy innovation The challenge of meeting the UK’s future energy needs and carbon targets means international companies will be needed to contribute to the solution.
- After Paris The Paris Climate Agreement was hailed as a diplomatic breakthrough
- Regions of promise? Current prospects for UK business in two world regions rich in opportunity
- Taking the leap Can British firms overcome hurdles on the path to international growth
- A changing China story How China’s fortunes will continue to have a major impact on the world economy
- Tap into China’s potential Terence Chiu, Head of CMB, HSBC China, provides some insight into accessing the huge Chinese market
- Is your business prepared for Industry 4.0? The next wave of automation has begun - from smart factories to 3D printing. Dr Graeme Philp, Chief Executive of Gambica, discusses how UK manufacturers can integrate fluidly into Industry 4.0.
- Capturing opportunity in ASEAN Where are the key growth opportunities for UK firms in ASEAN? Ahead of her speaker session at IFB2016, HSBC's Siew Meng offers an insider's view of this rapidly evolving market.
- Bringing manufacturing home Reshoring presents UK manufacturers with various benefits and challenges. Are we seeing a reversal of the offshore trend?
- Manufacturing’s talent challenge Manufacturers in the UK are under pressure, says the EEF, but a focus on competitiveness, exports and skills could help the sector buck the trend.