The fast, efficient and cheaper option to deal with trade suppliers and customers is online. Don't let possibly one of the greatest uses of the internet pass you by any longer, check out these B2B (business-to-business) sites and marketplaces listed and discover a whole new world of products, services and opportunities.
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Comment: A search engine for UK industry where companies are classified under product headings. Information available on companies includes contact names and details, links to websites, online catalogues and location maps. Find out how to add/amend your company details, take a look at the top 10 searches and use the A-Z index to seach by product, company name or town.
Comment: A unique forum in which both buyers and suppliers meet to gain mutual benefit. Forget traditional trade events where suppliers take stands and buyers have to search for those companies relevant to them. At "Meet the Buyers" the Buyers are seated on stands and suppliers meet them on a pre-arranged appointment basis.
Comment: A specialised directory for small and medium-sized companies wishing to promote their products and services. Use of this online B2B directory is free and covers a wide range of business sectors including banking and finance, telecommunications industry and information technology. Search by product or service, company name or business sector.
Comment: An international business to business portal site offering thousands of advertisements, profiles, links to resources and much more. Membership is an extra option for professional traders who like to get access to the buy leads, profiles of importers and many other exclusive resources.
Comment: A leading online resource for the trade show and exhibition industry. A practical tool offering resources, solutions, and a forum for exhibitors, producers, designers, marketers and attendees. Site features enable you to search for exhibitions, add/edit your free listings and subscribe to the e-bulletin.
Comment: An online IT project marketplace where buyers and sellers come together to trade in any IT services. Project Owners post their IT projects for free, with requirements in i-tik online auctions. Service Providers then bid with their quotations, but only pay a commission upon a successful bid.
Comment: A free service, which requires no registration procedures. It provides easy access to comprehensive company information cross referenced by products and services. Search on either products and services or company names within the relevant business sector box, alternatively use the A-Z or keyword search. Find out how to add, update and enhance your business entry.
Comment: Find, compare and request advice and quotes from pre-approved UK companies. Includes free buyers' guides to help you choose the right service. If you are a supplier, find out how you can become an approved supplier.
Comment: UK trade directory of wholesale products, trade leads and UK wholesalers, distributors, importers, surplus, clearance and ex-catalogue suppliers. Search for products in a range of categories from apparel and fashion to toys and games. Check out the site for more information on how to register as a supplier and buyer and the benefits involved.