Forthcoming Event

India Trade Desk: Launch Day

15/07/2026

Event Time: 11:30 - 13:30

Event Theme: International Trade

Price: Member Rate: £0.00 +VAT | Non Member Rate: £0.00 +VAT

Event Location:

Surrey Chambers of Commerce
Block E, Dukes Court
Duke Street
Woking
Surrey
GU21 5BH


Join our India Trade Desk Launch Day to explore opportunities in and strengthen your trading relationship with one of the most dynamic economies in the world.

On Wednesday 15 July, the long-awaited UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) goes live. This historic trade deal worth £4.8 billion will enable UK businesses to trade with India under its terms, making trade between the UK and India cheaper, quicker and easier.

The UK and India are two major economies with deep commercial and cultural connections. This trade deal represents a significant progression in the economic partnership, forecast to increase bilateral trade by £25.5 billion every year in the long run.

From 15 July onwards, businesses in both countries will gain practical benefits from: lower tariffs on the majority of goods; simplified customs; stronger digital trade commitments; and clearer rules for businesses operating across both markets. For UK exporters, India will remove or reduce tariffs on 90% of its tariff lines for UK products, with 64% of products becoming duty-free immediately.

To mark this milestone occasion, join Surrey Chambers and our panel of industry experts for an insightful and inspiring discussion to learn how your business can benefit from this landmark trade deal.

Featuring our keynote speaker Nidhi Mani-Tripathi, Economic Minister at High Commission of India, joined by David Johnstone, India Head for FTA Utilisation at Department for Business and Trade, and Siddharth Mukne, India Trade Desk advisor and Founder & Managing Director of ERGO Europe Ltd.

Agenda:

  • 11:30:    Registration
  • 11:45:    Introduction from Helene Hall, CEO of Surrey Chambers
  • 11:50:    Keynote speech from Nidhi Mani-Tripathi, Economic Minister at High Commission of India
  • 12:00:    David Johnstone, India Head for FTA Utilisation at Department for Business and Trade
  • 12:10:    Siddharth Mukne, Founder & Managing Director of ERGO Europe Ltd
  • 12:20:    Fireside chat with panel
  • 12:50:    Q&A
  • 13:00:    Networking until finish

Book your place today to ensure your business is equipped with greater knowledge and confidence to trade, invest and collaborate with India.

 

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