In today's small word, international trade is vital.

Our team of international accountants and business advisers are here to help you develop your business internationally.

Whether yours is a UK business wanting to export overseas, or an international organisation looking to import into the UK market, Hazlewoods can help.

By taking the time to understand your specific needs, our team of experts will advise you on legal structures, tax regimes and business practices, helping you with your international trade. You can find their contact details below.

Hazlewoods is a proud member of HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers - and below we set out their vision. This involvement means we have access to country-specific support for our clients in 158 different countries.

We will help your business to succeed across all key international areas, by assisting you with:

If you would like to speak with someone in your native language, please click below.

Language desk

Working together

We also work with a number of organisations to ensure we can provide you with the most up to date business advice and support.

The Growth Hub

An extensive digital and people network that helps businesses seeking support to grow, assisting them with funding, contacts and opportunities.

Invest in Gloucestershire

The county's leading inward investment programme, helping international businesses to find investment opportunities in the region.

Department for International Trade

A UK government department responsible for trade agreements between the UK and foreign countries, and for encouraging foreign investment and export trade.

Hub 8

A coworking space in Cheltenham, dedicated to enabling the growth and development of the flourishing cyber technology ecosystem.

Why expand into Gloucestershire, UK?

Gloucestershire has the largest cyber ecosystem outside of London
Home to GCHQ and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)
Ability for companies in the area to be part of a supply chain that covers a range of cyber security offerings to a range of sectors
Ability to get new products and services developed and certified alongside experts, including working alongside specialists in the NCSC
Strong pool of talent to recruit from – including cyber courses within local schools and universities
Cyber-dedicated innovation centres available now and being developed, that will come on stream in the next few months and into next year (Hub 8, Minster Exchange, The Forum)
Within the next three years the ability to move into the Golden Valley development, the UK’s only dedicated cyber campus, mentioned within the Government’s national cyber strategy. This will include 2 million square ft of office space and the National Cyber Innovation Centre.

We are proud to work with GFirst LEP, Gloucestershire's Local Enterprise Partnership, whose aim is to bring together businesses to make the county successful and create jobs.

HLB Vision 2023

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Featured news

International update: HLB survey of business leaders 2023 – leading through a storm

Monday 6 February 2023

Hazlewoods is a member of HLB, an international network of independent accounting firms and business advisers. HLB surveyed 575 business leaders from 60 countries to understand what they are doing to manage these turbulent times, whilst at the same time preparing their organisations to prosper in the longer term. HLB has now released the results from their 2023 survey of business leaders.

International update: Cybersecurity risk mitigation

Thursday 24 November 2022

In light of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, in October 2022, HLB, the international network of accounting and advisory firms, did some international research and surveyed 753 IT professionals about the challenges they face in today’s cyber-risk landscape.

HLB survey of business leaders now open

Tuesday 20 September 2022

Each year HLB surveys international business leaders for its annual survey, sharing the results through a report. We are pleased to announce that this year's online survey link is now live.

HLB wins Network of the Year 2022 award

Monday 4 July 2022

HLB have won the prestigious Network of the Year 2022 award at the International Accounting Bulletin Annual Awards.

Hazlewoods Magazine: Propelling your innovation engine forward

Thursday 19 May 2022

Hazlewoods is an independent member of HLB, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, ready to assist you no matter where you want to do business.

International update: International sustainability standards board launched

Wednesday 2 February 2022

Roughly two months on, there are differing opinions on whether the 2021 United Nations climate change conference (COP26) adequately addressed the pressing issues facing our planet. However, there was at least one significant announcement that will have a profound impact on how companies do business for years to come.

International update: Developing a sustainable strategy

Wednesday 5 January 2022

Over the last century, humankind has made unthinkable technological progress. However, the digital world cannot prosper unless we address the problems previously created. HLB, has developed a three-step roadmap aimed at helping businesses reroute their strategy towards sustainability.

International update: Addressing cyber security in the age of hybrid work

Monday 13 December 2021

Hazlewoods is an independent member of HLB, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, ready to assist you no matter where you want to do business. In light of Cyber Security Awareness Month, this past October 2021, HLB did some international research and surveyed 136 IT professionals, interviewed HLB cyber security experts about today’s cyber risk landscape, the lessons learned and the road ahead for CTOs to protect against cyber crime in the age of hybrid working.

International update: The present state of the global tourism industry and factors shaping its future

Wednesday 8 December 2021

Tourism was one of the sectors most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as governments attempted to protect their populations through lockdowns, quarantines and restrictions on travel. This, together with the decision of consumers to limit international travel, resulted in a contraction for the tourism sector with severe economic consequences, particularly for countries that depend on tourism.

International update: Europe trade month – November 2021

Friday 29 October 2021

According to the office for national statistics, Europe comprises 49% of the UK’s total trade, with 8 out of 10 of the UK’s top export markets located in this area. To help businesses sell their goods or services throughout Europe, the Department for International Trade (DIT) has launched the Europe trade month.

International update: Changes in the agriculture, food and beverage supply chain

Monday 23 August 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has strongly impacted the agriculture, food and beverages sectors. HLB’s 2021 survey found that 81% of businesses consider the consequences of COVID-19 their biggest business risk.

International update: Manufacturing businesses - embracing opportunity

Monday 19 July 2021

When COVID-19 shut down factories, the impacts were felt across the globe. Many facilities require workers on the floor, which meant that companies had to invest in airflow and infiltration improvements. Higher costs, reduced output, delayed supplies and a decline in consumer demand caused problems.