The British Embassy in Israel has launched a new initiative aimed at accelerating the expansion of Israeli tech companies into the United Kingdom, aligning with Britain's revamped industrial strategy and efforts to position itself as a global leader in innovation.
The program, known as ScaIL UK, was announced by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) at the British Embassy and is specifically designed for Israeli scaleups—high-growth companies looking to establish or expand operations in the UK.
The initiative targets companies operating in eight strategic sectors outlined in the UK’s ten-year industrial strategy, unveiled in June: clean energy, advanced manufacturing, defense, creative industries, financial services, business and professional services, digital and technology and life sciences. These are all areas where Israeli innovation is internationally recognized.
ScaIL UK will include six intensive sessions in Tel Aviv, providing participants with insights into market entry strategies, legal and regulatory frameworks and connections to key UK stakeholders. The program will culminate in a UK roadshow featuring industry roundtables and meetings with business leaders.
“We’re connecting Israeli scaleups to a $1.2 trillion tech economy, Europe’s largest and third in the world, with world-class infrastructure, rule of law and a clear industrial strategy designed to boost investment and make the UK the best place to do business,” said Ceri Morgan, His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Europe and Israel. “This is where ambition meets opportunity.”
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Ceri Morgan CBE, His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Europe and Israel
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British Ambassador to Israel Simon Walters added that the UK’s skilled workforce, connectivity and competitive tax environment make it a prime destination for Israeli companies. “Through ScaIL UK, we are giving companies the tools and confidence to make long-term investment decisions, leveraging benefits such as the G7’s lowest corporation tax, generous R&D incentives and a global outlook from day one,” he said.
“This program strengthens the already deep economic ties between UK and Israeli companies and opens new horizons for innovation and collaboration.”