Nueconomy Publishes UK–India FTA: Export & Sourcing Guide for UK Regions

Nueconomy recently released UK–India FTA: Regional Opportunities for Exporters and Sourcing Strategies, an eight‑page briefing that turns the newly‑signed Free Trade Agreement into actionable guidance for UK regions, exporters, and supply‑chain planners.

After fifteen negotiation rounds over three years, the UK–India FTA cuts Indian tariffs on 90 % of UK product lines, with 85 % becoming duty‑free within a decade. UK exports to India are projected to surge 59.4 % (£15.7 bn), while bilateral trade is expected to expand by £25.5 bn by 2040. Government modelling also forecasts a £3.3 bn boost to UK GDP, £28 bn more trade by 2035, and up to 600,000 new jobs across both economies.

“Policy alone doesn’t create growth—prepared regions and companies do,”
said Kavan Bhandary, Director at Nueconomy.

“Our briefing shows where advantages begin on day one and how to secure partnerships before competitors move.”

Briefing Highlights

  • Implementation roadmap outlining legal‑text finalisation, 12‑month ratification window, and phased tariff reductions from late 2025.
  • Sector deep‑dives on Scotch whisky, automotive components, pharmaceuticals, financial services, education, and green technology, each with current landscape, tariff impacts and strategic considerations.
  • Regional success cases—from a Highland whisky producer projecting 300 % export growth to a West Midlands auto‑parts JV worth £2.5 m.
  • Practical tool‑kit listing government programs, digital tariff‑lookup tools, market guides and FTA masterclasses for businesses new to India.

    The briefing complements Nueconomy’s advisory work helping governments drive investment promotion and export development, and guiding firms on corporate location strategy worldwide.


    Download the briefing here. 

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