Do business with Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland, an integral part of the UK, boasts high-quality raw ingredients, state-of-the-art processing facilities and the world-class food security record. Our agri-food industry is responsive and adaptive to changing market conditions and economic downturns, with a proven track record for growth. With experienced exporters keen to grow and develop new trade partnerships across the IMEA region, your business can discover the benefits of trading with Northern Ireland.

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    Quality Assurance

    Our resource of skills, knowledge and experience produces market-led innovation and quality.

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    Innovative

    We are a hub for cutting-edge research that boasts an established reputation for innovation.

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    World-class supply chain

    We provide comprehensive and competitive supply chains internationally.

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    Global business partner

    We have an established track record as a global business partner, exporting to over 100 countries.

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Sector Expertise

Food & drink

Area of sector expertise

  • Red meat
  • Poultry
  • Dairy
  • Bakery
  • Artisan & speciality
  • Northern Ireland has a global reputation for food safety.
  • Food and drink products from Northern Ireland are available in more than 70 countries.
  • Our award-winning food and drink comes with full traceability from farm to fork.

Explore our other sectors

Area of sector expertise

  • Life & health sciences
  • Materials handling
  • Advanced engineering & manufacturing
  • Aerospace and defence
  • International education
  • Green growth and renewable energy
  • Technology
  • Financial services
  • Global business services
  • Professional & legal services
  • Construction
  • Creative & digital

Businesses here include:

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  • Sandvik
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How we can help

Invest Northern Ireland is the region's economic development agency, responsible for promoting trade and investment opportunities. Our services help potential and existing investors flourish and connect trading partners with our suppliers.

For trade

  • Connections with our world-class suppliers
  • Trade show & exhibitions
  • "Meet the Buyer" events

For FDI

  • Tax incentives
  • Employment & Training grants
  • Research & development grants
  • Finance investment & loans
  • Market development assistance
  • Property search, talent sourcing & business development support
  • A dedicated Invest Northern Ireland project team

Contact Us

You can contact our offices in India and the Middle East and Africa directly or connect with any member of our team via LinkedIn.

Looking for other Invest NI contacts globally?

Please visit our Locations Directory

Swathi Sri
Swathi Sri
Head of India, Middle East & Africa
Sheethal Rishi
Sheethal Rishi
Regional Director, Trade and Investment
UAE, Oman, Bahrain
Helen Matheson
Helen Matheson
Regional Director, Trade and Investment
Qatar & Kuwait