IBBC & Innovation Blog

A special milestone The President of Israel - Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC), Mrs Anita Leviant was honoured to present His Majesty’s Ambassador to Israel, HE Simon Walters, with a certificate confirming his appointment as the Chamber’s Honorary President-the first such appointment in the Chamber’s history. This appointment reflects the close cooperation between the IBCC and the British Embassy, and the Ambassador’s personal commitment to strengthening trade, investment

The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) is proud to support ScaIL UK, a flagship programme designed to help Israeli technology scaleups successfully expand into the United Kingdom and accelerate their international growth. As one of the world's leading innovation hubs, the UK offers Israeli companies access to a sophisticated customer base, world-class investors, strategic partners, and a thriving technology ecosystem. ScaIL UK was created to provide high-growth Israeli

As a longstanding partner and supporter of international business and innovation, the Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) is pleased to invite members, partners, and business leaders from around the world to participate in a series of flagship technology and innovation events taking place in Israel. These globally recognised conferences bring together entrepreneurs, investors, technology companies, government representatives, researchers, and industry leaders to explore

The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) is pleased to highlight the release of the latest Trade and Investment Factsheet for Israel from the UK's Department for Business & Trade. The statistics underscore the strong and growing commercial relationship between our two nations. The new factsheet, covering the four quarters to the end of Q2 2025, reveals significant growth across the board: Total Trade Value: Trade in goods and services between the UK and Israel reached

The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) was honoured to host a senior business roundtable alongside His Excellency Simon Walters, British Ambassador to Israel, during the visit of Lord Austin, the United Kingdom's Trade Envoy to Israel. Held at the Centre for Arbitration and Dispute Resolution in Tel Aviv, the event brought together senior executives from leading Israeli companies with active business interests in the United Kingdom. Participants represented a broad ran

The relationship between government, diplomacy, and business is evolving, and recent announcements from the UK's Foreign Secretary signal a significant shift towards closer collaboration in support of economic growth and international trade. Speaking at the British Chambers of Commerce Driving International Trade Conference, Foreign Secretary David Lammy outlined a new approach to economic diplomacy that places business engagement at the heart of the UK's international strate

International business growth is often driven by relationships, collaboration, and trusted networks. A recent gathering hosted by the Franco-British Chamber of Commerce & Industry in Paris provided an excellent example of how chambers of commerce can bring together business leaders from different countries to create new opportunities for partnership and investment. The event celebrated the expansion of a British hospitality brand into France and brought together members of th

The recent British Chambers of Commerce Conference highlighted the growing importance of trade, investment, and long-term economic strategy in driving the UK's future growth. A key moment of the event was the keynote address delivered by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who outlined the Government's vision for strengthening the British economy through its Industrial Strategy and a renewed focus on international trade. Announcing the UK's Trade Strategy, the Prime Minister

Behind every successful Chamber of Commerce network is a dedicated community of professionals, volunteers, leaders, and partners working together to support businesses, foster growth, and create opportunities. Recent British Chambers of Commerce events brought together members from across the Chamber network, highlighting not only the importance of business collaboration but also the people who make these connections possible. From local chambers to international partners, th

A special reception hosted by His Excellency Simon Walters, British Ambassador to Israel, recently brought together senior representatives from Israeli and British companies to celebrate the growing economic partnership between the United Kingdom and Israel. Held in the Ambassador's residence, the event provided an opportunity for business leaders, government representatives, and key stakeholders to strengthen relationships, exchange ideas, and discuss the future of bilateral

The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) was delighted to support the Yazamiyot Women Entrepreneurs Deep Tech & AI Competition, held at Google for Startups in Tel Aviv. The event brought together some of Israel's most promising women-led startups, showcasing innovative solutions at the forefront of artificial intelligence and deep technology. Participants had the opportunity to present their ventures before an expert judging panel, with the winning company earning the op

Earlier this week, the Economic Division of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted the heads of bilateral chambers of commerce operating in Israel, bringing together representatives from across the international business community to discuss cooperation, resilience, and future opportunities. Representing the Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) and Innovation were Sidney Lyons, Board Member and Treasurer of the Chamber, together with the Chamber's Honorary Presid

The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) is thrilled to share the details of the official 2030 Roadmap for UK-Israel Bilateral Relations , published by the UK government. This document elevates the already deep ties between our two nations into a formalized strategic partnership, defining the scope of cooperation through the end of the decade. Signed on March 21, 2023, the Roadmap outlines a shared vision for two "freedom-loving, innovative and thriving democracies". It

What a trip! The IBCC recently stormed London to participate in the high-energy Calcalist Mind the Tech Conference 2023 on March 20–21! Our mission? To unlock UK capital for Israeli innovators! We hosted a crucial panel, diving deep into the 'Challenges and solutions for successful fundraising in the UK market'. Israeli founders got the inside track on navigating the British investment landscape. The action culminated at the iconic BT Tower for the Innovation in Cybersecurit

The digital frontier just got a whole lot safer! The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) is thrilled to announce the official launch of its brand-new Cybersecurity Committee. This powerhouse committee is already charging ahead, proudly chaired by the global telecom giant, BT. We kicked off this critical initiative with a stellar launch party on February 2, 2023! IBCC members and guests gathered for a networking drink at the trendy "El Vecino" in Tel Aviv to raise a gla

The Israel-Britain Chamber of Commerce (IBCC) has been at the forefront of fostering trade, innovation, and friendship between the UK and Israel for decades. From high-level diplomatic visits to cutting-edge industry conferences, our history is rich with events that have shaped the bilateral relationship. Join us for a trip down memory lane as we celebrate some of the key gatherings, seminars, and milestones that have defined the IBCC's mission during the years 2010–2020. 202