🇮🇳 UK–India Free Trade Agreement

India Desk

The recently signed Free Trade Agreement between the United Kingdom and India marks a significant milestone, offering UK businesses unprecedented access to one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.

The India Desk Initiative

Supporting UK Businesses through Ergo Europe's Regional Strategy

With substantial reductions in tariffs and duties across a broad range of goods and services, this is an ideal time for UK companies to explore opportunities in India or strengthen their existing presence in the market.

To prepare UK businesses and help them to take advantage of these opportunities, Ergo Europe has developed a regional strategy aimed at providing practical guidance and local support across the UK.

At Ergo Europe, we are committed to helping UK businesses make the most of the opportunities this FTA unlocks.  We’ve developed a comprehensive regional strategy to provide practical guidance and local support across the UK.

Thames Valley India Desk — Launch Event, Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce

As part of this initiative, we are partnering with regional Chambers of Commerce and receiving active support from the Department for Business & Trade (FTA Utilisation) and the High Commission of India to establish India Desks across key regions. These desks are designed to offer businesses tailored support and expert advice on entering or expanding within the Indian market

Our India Desks

Our India Desks: Local Support for Global Growth

We have already set up India Desks in key regions, attended by prominent leaders from India and the UK such as Mr. B.V. Subrahmanyam, CEO of Niti Aayog (India’s policy think tank) and former Foreign Secretary of the Government of India, Ms. Nidhi Mani-Tripathi, Economic Minister at the High Commission of India and Chief Negotiator for India’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA), alongside David Johnstone and John Austin-Sheridan, Heads of FTA Utilisation at the Department for Business and Trade.

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South East England

Thames Valley

In partnership with Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce

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East of England

Suffolk

In partnership with Suffolk Chamber of Commerce

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Wales

Wales

In partnership with Chambers Wales South East, South West, and Mid

More India Desks Coming Soon We have planned to launch more India Desks in other regions in the coming months.

These India Desks serve as a comprehensive resource hub for businesses looking to engage with India. They offer access to essential information, expert guidance on market entry strategies, and reliable local support, all designed to maximize your success in India.

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India Desk Events & Gallery

Notable Attendees

Prominent Leaders from India and the UK

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Mr. B.V. Subrahmanyam

CEO of Niti Aayog (India’s policy think tank) and former Foreign Secretary of the Government of India
Niti Aayog · Government of India

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Ms. Nidhi Mani-Tripathi

Economic Minister at the High Commission of India and Chief Negotiator for India’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
High Commission of India, London

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David Johnstone

Head of FTA Utilisation at the Department for Business and Trade, United Kingdom
Dept. for Business & Trade · UK Govt.

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John Austin-Sheridan

Head of FTA Utilisation at the Department for Business and Trade, United Kingdom
Dept. for Business & Trade · UK Govt.

Why Choose Ergo Europe

Why Choose Ergo Europe?

Whether you’re exploring the Indian market for the first time or looking to scale your existing operations, Ergo Europe is uniquely positioned to guide you through this evolving trade landscape. We offer strategic advice and practical support tailored to your business needs, ensuring you are fully equipped to thrive in one of the most dynamic economies in the world.

Strategic Advice & Practical Support

We offer strategic advice and practical support tailored to your business needs — from market entry planning to regulatory guidance and partner identification.

Government-Backed Regional Network

Partnering with Chambers of Commerce and supported by the Department for Business & Trade and the High Commission of India across key UK regions.

Comprehensive Resource Hub

Each India Desk offers access to essential information, expert guidance on market entry strategies, and reliable local support — all designed to maximise your success in India.

Uniquely Positioned for India

With deep expertise in the Indian market and a team with decades of international trade experience, we are uniquely positioned to guide you through this evolving trade landscape.

INDIA DESK

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Connect with your nearest India Desk and get tailored guidance from experts who are uniquely positioned to help UK businesses thrive in one of the most dynamic economies in the world