Key Facts
Slovenia is in the middle of Western markets and Central/Eastern Europe. Their port of Koper is the fastest & most cost-effective way from Asia to Central Europe.
Slovenians are highly educated and hardworking and have a high English proficiency. The country has good infrastructure, ICT and has a strong focus on Green, Sustainable, Digital, Smart goals.
Their Business Claim to Fame
Slovenia has a good trading relationship with the UK, with total annual trade in 2021 totalling £870 million.
Slovenian business leaders include Importers, Exporters and Foreign Investors such as GSK, Astrazeneca, BMW, Riko, Trimo, Elan, BSW Timber, GKN Driveline, Titus Group and Ascent Resources.
Their Most Exciting Sector Opportunities
Robotisation
Smart Tech
ICT
Automotive
Infrastructure & Clean Energy
Their Top Business Culture Tips
Building relationships is crucial for trust, have references
Very friendly toward foreigners and speak English very well
Direct communication and open, people often say what they think
Business Lunch is more common than dinner
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Thanks to our colleagues in the British Slovenian Chamber of Commerce for these insights!