Advice and services
International sales have provided substantial growth for thousands of UK businesses and right now demand for quality British products and services is on the rise all over the world. And we’re here to help you take advantage of these exciting opportunities.
Somerset Chamber and Business West are two of 51 Chambers accredited to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Founded to promote international trade, the BCC has championed exporters for over 165 years. Today, trade matters more than ever: shifting geopolitics, new tariff regimes and rapid tech change are reshaping markets and supply chains.
The BCC Trade Hub brings practical support and trusted connections to help UK firms grow with confidence. Explore the BCC’s flagship Driving International Trade Conference, accelerate market entry with Trade Accelerator, navigate risk with the Diplomatic Advisory Hub, access insights via the Global Britain Hub, and stay compliant with ChamberCustoms.
Watch the BCC Trade Hub video here:

You can also contact our local team of experts at Business West for:
ATA Carnets
We have a fast and accurate Carnet service.
Certificates of Origin
Do you need to identify the origin of the goods you’re exporting? We can help!
Customs Declarations
Now legally-required to accompany goods entering or leaving the UK.
Customs Documents
Ensure you have the correct customs documentation in place – talk to our international trade team.
FTA Utilisation Service
Reduce costs and increase your competitiveness, compliantly . . .
Training and Consultancy
Improve your import and export skills and processes for growth with the experts at International Trade Matters.
Letter of Credit Services
Secure payment for your exports with a Letter of Credit.
Find out how the Chamber network can help you and your business, simply call our Chamber colleagues at Business West on 01275 373373 and ask for the international trade team.