Indian trade mission

Rochdale companies wanting to explore new business opportunities in India can take part in a trade mission in the New Year.

Barbara Singleton, from Greater Manchester Chamber’s International Trade Team, said: “India offers many partnering possibilities for companies, universities and colleges.

“Business is based on personal relationships, so you need to visit the country to meet people, form relationships and appreciate how fast India is developing.

“The forecast is that India may become the fifth-largest consumer market in the world by 2025.”

The visit to Mumbai and Delhi will take place between Monday 15 February and Sunday 21 February 2010. The total cost, subject to flight availability, is about £1,400.

For more information, email barbara.singleton@uktinorthwest.co.uk or call 0776 483 6947. The closing date for applications is 22 December.


Excellent opportunity

The North of England Excellence Awards offer opportunities for businesses and individuals to improve their performance.

Entries for the 2010 awards are now open to private, public, educational and voluntary organisations of all sizes. Entrants are judged against the principles of business excellence and receive feedback and advice from a team of independent assessors.

To find out more, visit www.northofenglandexcellence.co.uk or contact Pete Macartney on 01925 715245.