What are the SEI Project and the Export Check-up?
The SEI Project – Support for Italy’s Export is a national initiative by Unioncamere, managed by Promos Italia and the Italian Chambers of Commerce within the Equalization Fund framework.
Its goal is to support Italian companies throughout their internationalization journey by providing information, training, and personalized assistance.
The program offers:
- a free Export Check-up to assess a company’s readiness for foreign markets;
- a tailor-made Export Plan to define strategies for entering or expanding in international markets.
Who the Service Is For
The SEI Project is designed for Italian micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, across all sectors.
It is ideal for:
- companies that are not yet exporting and want to start their internationalization journey;
- businesses that export occasionally and want to strengthen their presence abroad.
Joining the program is a concrete opportunity to grow and open your business to new markets.
Tools and Resources Available
Companies participating in the SEI Project can access a wide range of tools:
- Export Check-up to identify business needs and export potential.
- Market orientation services to identify the most suitable countries for your products.
- Personalized Export Plans.
- Free training programs and internationalization support activities.
- EU Tender Service to access European procurement opportunities.
- A reserved online area with updates and insights on foreign markets.
Benefits for Companies
The Export Check-up allows your company to identify strengths, gaps, and new opportunities in foreign markets.
Through a free, tailored analysis, businesses receive an actionable Export Plan with concrete steps to launch or enhance export activities.
The plan is supported by continuous guidance from Promos Italia and SEI experts.
Main advantages for your company:
- Free service through the SEI – Support for Export initiative.
- Customized analysis and action plan aligned with your company’s goals.
- Qualified consultancy from experts with real experience in international markets.
- Support to start or consolidate export activities.
- Easier access to grants and funding for international growth.
- Training, tools, and business networking to strengthen competitiveness.
How to Access the Export Check-up Service
Request your free Export Check-up now and discover the most promising international markets for your business with Promos Italia!
Participation is simple and free for companies based in eligible provinces.
Steps to get started:
- Visit the portal www.sostegnoexport.it and click on "Are you a business interested in foreign markets?" to complete the short questionnaire.
- Your local Chamber of Commerce will contact you to start the process with Promos Italia experts.
- If you are already registered, access your reserved area using the login details emailed to you.
For more information, you can write to info@sostegnoexport.it.
Partner
The SEI Project – Support for Italy’s Export is a programme promoted by Unioncamere Nazionale and managed by Promos Italia together with the Italian Chambers of Commerce within the framework of the Equalisation Fund.