Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Local Economic Partnership Trade Mission Programme 2027 - 2028

Services The appointed delivery agent, on behalf of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Local Economic Partnership (ABC LEP), will design, manage and deliver four trade missions between January 2027 and March 2028. The Programme will support a minimum of 60 eligible SME participations through market preparation, tailored business matchmaking, in-market support and post-mission follow-up. The Programme will comprise:  Two European Union trade missions, with up to 14 participating SMEs per mission.  One Republic of Ireland trade mission, with up to 14 participating SMEs.  One Great Britain trade mission, with up to 18 participating SMEs. The Programme should help participating businesses assess new markets, develop relevant international contacts and pursue realistic export opportunities. Delivery must complement, and not duplicate, other programmes funded by DfE or delivered by Invest Northern Ireland and other publicly funded organisations.