Aberfoyle Associates is a UK based import-export agency which assists manufacturers and producers in establishing both national and international markets for their specific goods. Aberfoyle is based on the premise that any company, or indeed, any individual, wherever they are located throughout the world may be considered a potential buyer or seller. The agency was founded by Andrew Nutt in 1994. The intention was to maintain business links with the many individuals, firms and organisations that he had become associated with during his assignments in various locations throughout the world.

Mr. Andrew D. K. Nutt B.Sc., C. Eng., MICE, MIHT
Mr. Nutt is a Chartered Engineer who has worked in Europe, Africa, Asia and North America. During his years overseas, one of his responsibilities was to advise and assist departments of various Governments in the procurement of equipment and materials for development projects. Following several years’ involvement in the UK, East and Southern Africa, he subsequently was engaged as a consultant to the United Nations Agency, ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation). Most recent assignments include rehabilitation works resulting from the conflict in the Balkans; especially in Bosnia and Herzegovinia and Kosovo where he was employed by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office/ERIS, the International Rescue Committee (New York) and the Organisation For Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) respectively.

The Untapped Potential of the UK market
Experience shows that less than 20% of British companies trade on a worldwide basis. Many of the rest are unwilling to do so as they consider the administrative requirements to organise trading on a global basis to be too complicated and time consuming.

The Key to Aberfoyle’s success
Over the years Aberfoyle has built up a world-wide network of customers and suppliers trading with the UK. The basis of this success is Andrew Nutt’s dedication to research as well as utilising his skills in negotiating the best deals for his clients. Beyond this he is experienced in dealing with the complexities of transporting goods; especially such matters as customs and excise duties, tariffs, import/export levies, insurance and licensing. Experience of living and working overseas has proved advantageous when executing trading agreements. Exposure to diverse cultures and their working practices has been invaluable for aiding negotiations between buyer and seller. Aberfoyle also has tailor-made agreements to suit clients who may only require an agent for the UK and Irish markets.