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UK Export Finance (UKEF), the UK’s export credit agency, has launched a new initiative aimed at helping British engineering, design, and technical services firms secure international contracts. The Early Project Services Guarantee (EPSG) is designed to make UK expertise more attractive to overseas buyers while filling a key financing gap for the early stages of major projects.
How the EPSG works
The EPSG provides overseas buyers of UK services with access to private finance by guaranteeing payments to lenders. This assurance makes it easier for international buyers to choose UK firms for essential scoping and design work in the planning phase of projects.
Beyond this initial stage, the EPSG also opens the door for buyers to refinance their loans as part of the larger financing for the project’s construction phase. This creates a life-cycle financing advantage, giving UK firms an edge in securing contracts for both the early and later stages of international projects.
The EPSG addresses a long-standing gap in market provision for financing the preparatory phases of major projects. By supporting the services sector, UKEF aims to drive export growth across all UK regions.
What this means for your business
For UK businesses offering engineering, design, and technical services, the EPSG could be a game-changer in helping you explore opportunities in international markets. It could be the key to unlocking new contracts and expanding your global reach.
If you would like help with how your business could take advantage of this new scheme, or would like some broader advice on exporting, feel free to get in touch with us. We’re here to help you seize opportunities and grow your business.
See: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-export-guarantee-champions-uk-engineering-and-design-services
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