West Midlands companies are invited to UK Trade and Investment's (UKTI) 'International Environment and Water Clinic' on Tuesday 22 June where they will have the opportunity to meet on a one-to-one basis with a selection of specialists from key international markets from the environment and water sectors.

At least a tenth of the UK environmental industry's £25bn annual turnover is generated through exports, whilst UK water companies generate in excess of £3bn annually overseas. 

The free event has been designed for companies engaged in the environment, water or waste water sector looking to expand overseas and investigate prospects in key international markets. It's also a great opportunity to find out about export support available from UKTI.

Companies will get the chance to hold informative one-to-one meetings with sector experts from China, Brazil, Bulgaria, Russia, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Turkey, USA, India and Portugal at the event at Leicester Marriott Hotel.

UKTI International Cluster Coordinator (Environmental Technologies) for the West Midlands, James Ahearne, said:

"The environment and water sectors are an important part of the UK economy, contributing billions of pounds in exports each year and providing thousands of jobs in the UK.

"A wide selection of specialists from UKTI's designated 'priority' markets for the environment and water sectors will be on hand to offer businesses expert advice. The event provides a real opportunity to help companies develop their international business prospects and find out more about the support available from UKTI."

International Environment & Water Clinics 'Meet the Expert' Leicester Marriott Hotel, Smith Way, Grove Park, Enderby, LE19 1SW Tuesday 22 June 2010 09:30 - 13:30