Northern Arc Partners to spearhead trade initiatives, institutional representation, and global market access for businesses across the North of England
SINGAPORE / NORTHERN ARC — The International Trade Council (ITC) has officially announced the appointment of Damian Mohammed, Partner at Northern Arc Partners, as the Chapter Leader for the newly defined Northern Arc region. This newly established chapter encompasses key economic corridors across the North of England, including the Liverpool City Region, Cheshire and Warrington, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, and South Yorkshire.
The appointment marks a significant step forward in the ITC’s mission to support regional businesses by facilitating smoother cross-border trade and introducing local enterprises to international markets. Northern Arc Partners, under Mr. Mohammed’s leadership, will serve as a vital bridge between the region’s diverse industrial sectors and the ITC’s global network of trade professionals and investment agencies.
Through this new chapter, businesses in the Northern Arc will gain enhanced access to trade education, high-level institutional representation, and targeted trade missions. By aligning regional strengths in manufacturing, technology, and services with global trade frameworks, the initiative aims to foster long-term economic resilience and increase export capacity across the North of England.
“I am honored to take on the role of Chapter Leader for the Northern Arc. Our region possesses an extraordinary concentration of innovative businesses, and our motivation at Northern Arc Partners is to build robust, interconnected business communities that can compete globally. By leveraging the International Trade Council’s international platform, we aim to provide local enterprises with the advocacy, resources, and trade missions necessary to expand their international footprint.”
— Damian Mohammed, ITC Chapter Leader for Northern Arc (Liverpool City Region, Cheshire and Warrington, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, and South Yorkshire)
“We are very pleased to welcome Damian Mohammed to the International Trade Council’s leadership network. Damian’s commitment to regional collaboration and his strategic approach to business development make him exceptionally well-suited to lead the Northern Arc chapter. We look forward to working closely with him to support businesses across these vital northern economic regions.”
— Ranjani Rangan, Chairperson, International Trade Council
Goals for the Northern Arc (Liverpool City Region, Cheshire and Warrington, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, and South Yorkshire) Chapter
- Foster cohesive cross-regional partnerships that integrate business communities across the Northern Arc.
- Facilitate targeted trade missions and international networking opportunities for regional exporters.
- Provide high-level institutional representation and media advocacy to champion northern business interests.
- Deliver educational resources to help local businesses navigate the complexities of international trade and compliance.
About Damian Mohammed
Damian Mohammed is a strategic partner at Northern Arc Partners, specializing in regional economic development, investment advisory, and public-private sector collaboration across the North of England. With a professional background rooted in fostering business growth and cross-regional alliances, he focuses on connecting local enterprises with sustainable commercial opportunities.
About the International Trade Council
The International Trade Council is a global, non-profit business organization headquartered in Singapore. It works to facilitate education in international trade, to make cross-border trade easier and more efficient, to connect businesses and trade-promotion organizations across markets, and to promote transparency in international trade.
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Chapter Leader — Northern Arc (Liverpool City Region, Cheshire and Warrington, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, and South Yorkshire)
Name: Damian Mohammed
Email: damian@northernarc.partners
Phone: +447775726770
Organization: Northern Arc Partners
Website: https://www.northernarc.partners/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianmohammed/
