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IHC Plating, a leading metal finishing firm based in Nelson, Lancashire, has successfully completed its first-ever export order to Australia, marking a significant milestone for the company’s international expansion.
The East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce’s International Business team played a pivotal role in supporting IHC Plating throughout the export process, ensuring the safe and successful dispatch of goods with the use of Pendle Council’s UKSPF funding allocated to International Trade Support.
This project has received £55,200 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, specifically designed to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the borough excel in their global ventures.
The Australian order came to fruition through a former employee, now employed at a mining equipment supplier in Stockport. IHC Plating had initially manufactured machined plastic tubes for the firm, and subsequently, the product was then sold to an Australian company – meaning the introduction of IHC Plating to the Australian market has now begun.
The successful completion of the first export order, currently in transit, highlights the commitment and expertise of IHC Plating in meeting international demand for their Lancashire-made products.
The East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce’s International Business team guided the company through the complexities of international trade, providing invaluable expert assistance in the preparation of any necessary paperwork, and securing the required export licence to take East Lancashire firms global.
Richard Atkinson, spokesperson for IHC Plating, expressed gratitude to the International Business team for their unwavering support, commenting:
“We would like to thank Stef and the team at the Chamber of Commerce for help and advice with the necessary paperwork and obtaining an export licence.”
Councillor Asjad Mahmood, Leader of Pendle Borough Council, added:
“By supporting the Chamber’s International Business team through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, we’ve been able to make sure local businesses like IHC Plating in Nelson get the help and support they need to take their products to a worldwide market.”
Mandy Lockett, International Business Director, said:
“The successful completion of IHC Plating’s first export order to Australia not only strengthens their global positioning, but also highlights the collaborative efforts between local businesses and the East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce in fostering international trade opportunities.
“As IHC Plating continues to explore new markets, this milestone serves as a testament to the thriving business environment in East Lancashire, the great products we have on offer, and the effectiveness of the Chamber’s support in facilitating this cross-border success.”
For more information about the International Trade Support, please contact the International Business team at international@chamberelancs.co.uk, or 01254 945903.
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