Export and internationalisation

The biggest growth often comes from internationalisation, but it also requires careful preparation. Even if your company’s product is good, you need to know the target market in the export country, tap into the right networks and secure financing. BusinessOulu’s experts can provide you with practical support to help you internationalise your business and start exporting.

We will help you

• analyse export markets, explore opportunities, and find market intelligence. What criteria does your company use to choose a market?
• examine and develop your own export capabilities. What should your company pay particular attention to?
• find the right sources of finance for your business to export and internationalise.
• participate in export promotion events and trips, such as trade fairs. What role do they play in promoting your company’s exports?

Export networks

Through our export networks, we help companies catch business opportunities faster and trade more directly. We work actively to connect businesses and research and education organisations in the region with those around the world.

Oulu has partnerships with 16 cities on four continents. These relations are also used to promote the internationalisation of businesses. Oulu has particularly good networks of cooperation with Norway, Sweden, Germany, Japan, Spain, the USA, and China. Where possible, we also assist with export activities to other countries.

Export financing and resourcing

Exports and internationalisation also require resources, in particular funding. Financing can be sought from various sources for the different stages of the export process. Find out more about the sources of finance on the ’Financial advice’ page and ask our experts for more information!

We can also help you recruit skilled employees. Get in touch and let us know your recruitment needs – we will pre-interview the candidates for you. We can also assist the recruiting company in taking advantage of possible wage subsidies if the recruited person is eligible. Find out more about recruitment assistance on the ’Recruitment and skills’ page and contact one of our experts.