France and the United Kingdom have never been so close. London is only 2:15 from Paris by Eurostar. Low cost airlines offer regular flights to the UK from all the major cities in France. British Airways and Air France offer excellent cross-channel traffic, with for example 5 daily flights from Paris to Manchester.France is the UK's third largest supplier with a market share of 10%. The UK’s wealthy economy constantly attracts French companies. So far, the United Kingdom has welcomed more than 2000 French subsidiaries.

However, crossing the channel means changing culture: business practices are very different in both countries. French companies looking to export to the UK should tailor their offer and strategy to the British market.