Indian businesses still choosing London for business growth

Well Think London were privileged to host a fine dinner in the capital a couple of weeks ago to meet many successful businesses from India whom have already moved to London or are considering setting up business in London or expanding business in London.

The UK and London have an excellent relationship with India and Indian businesses, with a growing number of Indian businesses choosing relocation in London. Earlier in the year we were particularly pleased to be able to assist Indian software company Aspire Systems through our Touchdown London service using our London consultants.

We helped with their London recruitment needs and provided a competitive location for Aspire Systems so they could reach the European market, with 30%-40% of their projected revenue now coming from Europe as a result of expanding business in London.

There was much talk at the dinner about visa requirements and restrictions on entering the UK. There was a feeling from the businesses present that it would be a benefit if the visa application time were sped up to gain quicker access to markets.

It was also noted that Think London are able to help with issues such as visa’s and work permits, offering help and advice by putting clients in touch with the right bodies to submit applications. As a result, businesses reduce time wasted on research and can get their businesses under way as quickly as possible.

However, the general opinion was one of much satisfaction with business development in London, with many guests looking to grow their businesses further. It was an excellent dinner and we look forward to welcoming even more Indian businesses to the number one business capital in the world.

American Businesses Think London

Well it would seem that our American business neighbours are being lured across the pond by the business opportunities available in London.

Think London, the official foreign direct investment agency for London were pleased to see that a high number of North American businesses moved to London as part of their business development plans in 2009 / 2010.

Think London assisted over 70 North American companies with setting up business in London or expanding business in London in 2009/10 .In addition Think London’s dedicated Touchdown London service helped many of these companies with relocation in London, creating a further 190 jobs in their first year of setting up business in the capital.

Our Touchdown London consultants can help you with London recruitment in the capital, as well as identifying the perfect location for your business. We can also put you in touch with routes to market for your business.

Think London also announced a USA East Coast Tour on the 7th – 11th June which will give North American businesses even more opportunity to find out about setting up business in London and how Think London can help.

If you are thinking of setting up business in London why not contact us today to see how we can help you be a part of the World Capital of Business.