US Tariffs and Impact on UK Trade

On 2nd April 2025, the US made an unprecedented announcement to impose tariffs on 195 countries, including the UK, sending global trade in turmoil. Join us on this session to understand what this means for UK companies and how your business can assess and mitigate risks going forward.

About the Session – US Tariffs and Impact on UK Trade
Join us for this free webinar, where we will be discussing the recent U.S. tariff announcements and implications for UK trade. On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump introduced sweeping tariffs, including a 10% duty on all UK imports and a specific 25% tariff on automobiles which will extend to auto parts in the next few weeks. 195 countries have been hit by these tariffs and with highly interconnected global trading networks, UK companies must closely monitor U.S. tariff announcements and proactively manage their impact to stay competitive in an evolving trade landscape. Sudden tariff changes can significantly increase costs, disrupt supply chains, and reduce market access.

The event will offer:
• An overview of the sectors most affected, such as the automotive industry, which faces significant challenges due to the 25% tariff on car exports.
• Economic Impact: Explore the broader economic consequences, including impact on global economic growth and shifts in trade dynamics.
• Expert Panel Discussion: Engage with policy experts as they discuss strategies to navigate these new trade barriers.

Speakers Confirmed
✔ William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC)
✔ Chris Southworth, Secretary General at the International Chambers of Commerce (ICC)
✔ Caroline Barraclough, Partner and Director at Deloitte
✔ Alessio Lencioni, Head of Product and Strategy at VATIT/Stream

Agenda
12:00 -12:05 Welcome and Intro to CTA
12:05 – 12:20 Summary of US Tariffs and Impact on UK Trade, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at BCC
12:20 – 12:55 US Tariffs Impact on Global Trade, Managing Risks and Planning for the Future Q&A Session
12:55 – 13:00 Closing Remarks

Who can attend?
Anyone in the company involved with exports and/or imports who is keen to understand the impacts on these tariffs measures. MDs, Export & Sales Teams/Directors, Customs Compliance Teams, Finance Teams, Supply Chain/Logistics Teams, Operations/Technical Managers/Teams.

Registration
Once you have booked, a Zoom link will be sent prior to the event.