The Caribbean Export Development Agency, in collaboration with Globally Cool, invites you to participate in the Launch to Market: EU Export Acceleration and Market Entry Program for Caribbean SMEs. This program is designed to help Caribbean SMEs in value-added agri-foods, digital services, and green/renewable energy strengthen their export readiness and improve their ability to access the European Union market.

Why Join?

Want to grow your exports and tap into new markets? The EU presents a highly attractive opportunity, with over 450 million consumers and strong demand for innovative, high-quality, and sustainable products and services. To succeed in this market, it is essential to understand EU requirements, buyer expectations, and the practical steps needed for market entry.

This program, running from May to November 2026, will provide your business with the knowledge, tools, and tailored support needed to strengthen competitiveness and prepare for entry into the EU market.

Program benefits

📌 Understand EU market opportunities and requirements:  Learn about export opportunities in the European Union, what EU buyers are looking for, and the key regulatory, sustainability, and competitiveness requirements for successful market entry through the program’s webinars.

📌 Company diagnostics and action planning:  Receive assessments of your export readiness, sustainability performance, and digital competitiveness, translated into tailored action points for your business.

📌 Virtual capacity building:  Engage in a structured learning journey through micro-learning videos, practical webinars, and assignments that will strengthen your export knowledge and help you build a clear and realistic approach to entering the EU market.

📌 Tailored One-on-One support: Benefit from personalized coaching and technical assistance focused on your company’s specific needs, helping you translate learning into practical improvements and next steps.

📌 Sales pitch development: Strengthen your buyer communication and refine your sales pitch through practical training and individual coaching.

Who Should Apply?

This program is tailored for Caribbean SMEs in value-added agri-foods, digital services, and green/renewable energy that are seeking to strengthen their competitiveness and pursue export opportunities in the European market.

How to Apply?

Interested companies should submit their application by May 29 by filling out this application form.

Seize this opportunity to elevate your business, strengthen your export readiness, and improve your access to the EU market!