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Support to achieve first-time export sale

Get Exporting

Get Exporting is designed to support businesses at every stage of their journey toward achieving initial export sales. Through our export development programme, we aim to simplify the export journey and help you build the knowledge, confidence, and strategies needed to succeed in international markets.

Who is it for?

  • Get Exporting is for Irish manufacturing and internationally traded services companies looking to succeed in international markets. Companies must have less than €10,000 in export sales per annum in Northern Ireland or any other international market to apply.
  • A commitment is required from the CEO and/or a member of the senior leadership team.
  • Eligible businesses registered and based in Northern Ireland, who are interested in applying to the Get Exporting programme should apply directly to InterTradeIreland
  • The Get Exporting programme does not currently extend to food and drink businesses. Irish food and drinks businesses seeking support to enter the Northern Ireland market should contact InterTradeIreland (a minimum turnover threshold of €116,000 applies, or Bord Bia for all other regions (a minimum turnover threshold of €750,000 applies).

What you will learn

  • Understand the readiness of the business to take on international sales and identify any gaps
  • Identification of the target export market with a clear rationale based on buyer research, feedback and market analysis
  • Adaptation of the company value proposition for international markets
  • Development of a specific sales and marketing plan
  • Implementation of the strategy with a focus on the resources needed to be successful in new markets 


 


Programme format

The programme is delivered via a blended learning model, which will include:

  • Access to an extensive library of on-demand digital content and templates
  • In-person workshops and live webinars
  • One-to-one support from an export advisor and a market specialist, with insights into the target market and sector

Programme duration is typically six to eight months, depending on business export readiness.


 


 


Programme impact

  • Unlock new revenue streams and accelerate long-term business growth by accessing larger customer bases internationally.
  • Diversify revenue sources and position your company as a competitive global supplier.
  • Gain confidence in selecting the right international markets by learning how to analyse and assess markets that offer the highest potential for sustainable growth.
  • Develop a clear, actionable, and well-structured export plan tailored to your business that outlines the steps needed to enter new markets successfully.
  • Build deep, practical skills in exporting and international sales, enabling you to repeat the steps as your business grows internationally.
  • Access a community of trusted contacts and shared learning via the programme network and alumni events.

How to Apply

We are currently accepting applications for our 2026 programme. 

Apply now: Home Page | Enterprise Ireland Export Hub

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact us at getexporting@enterprise-ireland.com

Hear from past participants of the programme - Get Exporting


 


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