International services

BESA recognises the continuing globalisation of the education resources market and takes seriously its role in encouraging British firms to export.

Here are just some of the ways BESA’s international department can assist you:

The BESA Code of Practice
Use the logo to ensure that customers all over the world know that you value safety, reliability and value for money.

Sector-related overseas Missions, Exhibitions and Seminars
BESA works with UKTI to bring UK suppliers to overseas markets. Grants are sometimes available.

International Leads
After every overseas mission or exhibition, leads are available on request.

Research and Market Reports
Market Reports on various countries or regions around the world available to BESA members.

Export Group Monthly Newsletter
Every month you will receive a special electronic newsletter detailing events and opportunities directly relevant to export.

Export Pointers
Every week you will receive an electronic list of international tenders.

Weekly industry education new from the UK and overseas
Direct to your inbox, you choose which service you or others in your organisation need.

Tenders
The BESA website provides a free tenders service, covering both UK and international opportunities.

BESAbook
The Directory of Products and Suppliers (the BESAbook) is distributed to educational professionals and key purchasers all over the world. It accompanies us to every event we attend.

BETT
BETT is the world’s foremost event for ICT in education. BESA members receive a 5% discount off the cost of exhibiting at the show. BETT now has a 35% international attendance. Working with UKTI, we bring Commercial Officers and buyers from all over the world.

The Education Show
The Education Show is the key event for general school resources. BESA members receive a 15% discount off the cost of exhibiting at the show. Working with UKTI, we bring Commercial Officers and buyers from all over the world.

Governmental Links
BESA maintains close links with various Government departments and agencies that have an international remit to raise the profile of the sector, and to secure funding and opportunities that will increase members’ opportunities for developing sales overseas.

Networking Events
A regular calendar of events allows members to develop relationships within the industry and with fellow professionals. These take the form of gala dinners, awards evenings and informal information and meeting days.

Seminars
In order that members are kept informed of current developments within education, free seminars are arranged each year, including a focus on international sales.

Advice
BESA also offers practical advice and information for exporters.

For further information, or to find out how to make more of BESA's international services, please contact: