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Friday, 02 Mar 2012


Solar panels on a building.

Thanks to UKTI, we are 12 months ahead of schedule.

Rob Grant, CEO of Mark Group Australia Pty Ltd.

Solar panels on a building.

Solar panels on a building.

Here comes the sun

Mark Group Ltd became successful installing renewable energy and energy efficiency products in the UK. Since its decision to expand to Australia, UK Trade & Investment has provided essential advice and assistance.

Leicester-based Mark Group Ltd installs renewable energy and energy efficiency products, such as solar panels and solar water heaters. Having become successful in the UK, the company commissioned an Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS) report about Australia from UK Trade & Investment (UKTI). The report indicated that there were real opportunities for the business, and a Sydney office was opened in August, 2009.

With continued support from UKTI teams across Australia, Mark Group Australia has since expanded to five offices, in three states, with a workforce of 140 employees. The company has become a top three installer of solar power, and the first choice in insulation for five out of Australia’s top ten home builders.

“Thanks to UKTI, we are 12 months ahead of schedule," says Rob Grant, CEO of Mark Group Australia Pty Ltd. "No matter how well-known a business is back home in the UK, it is still necessary to prove yourself and build a reputation when tackling new markets. We have found UKTI to be a very valuable partner throughout the process, and integral to our success in breaking into the Australian market.”

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Visit their website at: www.markgroup.co.uk

UKTI Support

Doing business in another country can be a challenge, so it’s good to know that UK Trade & Investment is there to help you succeed.

Through a range of unique services, including participation at selected trade fairs, overseas missions and providing bespoke market intelligence, UK Trade & Investment can help you crack foreign markets and quickly get to grips with regulations and business. Find out how we can help.

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