Trade is in our sector’s DNA. The UK chemical industry is innovative, globally facing and completely entwined in international value chains. It’s easy to focus a lot on new technologies and innovation, forgetting that trade is almost like the backbone of our industry.
In this insightful discussion, Ian Cranshaw, Head of International Trade at the Chemical Industries Association, explores the UK chemical industry’s post-Brexit trade landscape, highlighting the significance of the EU and trade policies affecting global competitiveness. Topics include trade remedies, sustainability efforts and skill shortages, as well as the challenges posed by energy costs and free trade agreements. Ian emphasises the industry’s commitment to environmental standards and the importance of strategic partnerships to ensure growth and stability within a complex global market.
