Website will offer a clearer picture of life after Brexit
North East companies planning for life post-Brexit will be able to get the low-down from a new website.
Developed for members of the North East England Chamber of Commerce by i2i Infinity after repeated requests for clarity from the Government on potential trading relations, the site will be launched at an event at the E-volve Business Centre, Rainton Bridge, on Friday, June 16.
T will be an information session called ‘Brexit and Beyond’, at which guests will hear what can be expected on issues including possible duty rates and how to prepare for the changes.
Guest speakers will include Hirohito Imakoji, from Sunderland’s Liebherr Sunderland Works, who will set out his company’s approach to deciphering potential changes, and how the Chamber is assisting with this, using the website and technical expertise retained for members.
Brian Dakers, Chamber international trade manager, said: “This website and the launch event have been designed to ensure businesses are able to find out as much as possible on the potential outcomes of the Brexit negotiations.
“While it’s impossible to say what kind of deal we’ll achieve at this stage, we are sure that World Trade Organisation (WTO) rates of duty are the fall back option.
“Our new Brexit toolkit allows companies to find out what WTO rates mean for their imports and exports, allowing for accurate assessment of the changes ahead, in the worst case, presuming no better deal is achieved.
“Some businesses may be pleasantly surprised to learn what the percentages are, while others might find their situation less favourable but it’s obviously best to have the information, regardless.”
Further information is available on the Chamber website, neechamber.co.uk and the event will take place between 9am and noon, with opportunities for one to one advice with trade specialists.