Trade Delegation to Mumbai and Bangalore
27th November to 1st December
In November 2023, the Department for Business and Trade will be leading a trade delegation of some of the UK's most exciting technology companies to Bengaluru (Bangalore) Tech Summit. Now in its 26th year, this trade show is one of Asia's most prestigious, bringing together technology buyers, pioneering businesses and researchers, consultants and academia in the spectacular grounds of Bangalore Palace.
The delegation will also visit Mumbai, capital of Maharashtra State, with a bourgeoning tech scene, and home to some of India’s largest conglomerates
We are looking to recruit exciting companies with tech solutions in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0, Data Analytics, Robotic Process Automation, and 4G/5G mobile solutions.
The mission will help companies with the following objectives:
- Making connections to resellers, channel partners, and system integrators.
- Connect with Indian tech companies who are leading on projects in third countries.
- Corroborate desk research on India
Draft Itinerary
Sunday 26th November
Arrive in Mumbai
Monday 27th November
Meeting with Maharashtra State Industrial Development Body
Visit to a System Integrator
Networking with Indian Businesses
Session on doing business in India
Tuesday 28th November
B2B Meeting
Session on support available to UK companies looking to set up business in India as part of their market entry strategy
Early Evening: Fly to Bangalore
Wendesday 29th November
Attend the Bengaluru Tech Summit
Evening Networking Reception with Indian Business, Academia, and Government
Thursday 30th November
Visits to System Integrator(s)
Pitching Session
B2B Meetings
Evening Networking Dinner
Friday 1st December
Bangalore Tech Summit
Please note that participating companies will be responsible for funding and booking their own travel and accommodation for the duration of the mission.
How to attend this event
Apply by 16th September 2023
