The British American Business Council of New England, Inc. (BABCNE) is a non-profit international business association with a membership of more than 100 New England-based companies and individuals involved in transatlantic trade. It was launched in September 1986 by HRH The Prince of Wales.

The Council is dedicated to helping its members build and manage their businesses by providing them with introductions and referrals, marketing & networking opportunities and business intelligence through a variety of programs, trade services and publications. The programs range from events with distinguished speakers from government, industry and academia, to informational seminars on current business issues and international networking evenings.

BABCNE is a founding member of the British American Business Council (BABC) network which consists of 23 business organizations located in the US and UK and with affiliates in Canada and Mexico. Its combined membership includes around 4,000 companies and individuals involved in international trade, and provides invaluable networking opportunities to the members of the various chapters.

The Council can help members connect with:

British Government Offices

• The British Consulate-General, Boston
• Government Offices in the US and UK e.g. UK Trade and Investment

UK Business Links

• UK Regional Development Agencies
• UK Chambers of Commerce

New England Business Links

• US Department of Commerce
• Massachusetts Export Center and Massachusetts Trade Office
• Boston Chamber of Commerce
• State Government Agencies
• Global Business Alliance of New England liking other non-profit business associations in this region

Specific Interest Organizations

• Clubs in New England with British connections
• Professional associations in the region

BABC Network

• Representing 28 Chapters in the US, UK
• On-line Membership Directory