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The South and Mid Wales Chamber of Commerce has rebranded as Chambers Wales with a focus on supporting Welsh firms to expand despite the current challenging economic environment.

Following a strategic review the organisation has brought together a team of industry experts to help Welsh firms grow both domestically and internationally.

Chambers Wales has access to over 50 offices in the º£½ÇÊÓƵ, 60 chambers of commerce across the world, and has already helped its members export goods to 119 countries across the globe in the past year.

Paul Slevin, president, Chambers Wales, said: “The changes we are announcing are momentous; they are the biggest shift in private sector support for business seen in many years. That’s because the challenges ahead are momentous. Welsh businesses need different support right now, so we have adapted to meet these needs.

“Frankly, it’s all about growing business, it’s about helping business to get into new markets and find opportunities to increase their increase productivity and profit. Chambers Wales is totally focused on helping Welsh businesses navigate the choppy waters ahead.”

Chief executive of Chambers Wales, Heather Myers said: “We know the marketplace in Wales and we understand the fast moving and changing global and political landscapes. We understand what businesses need to do to grow and we influence governments to support this through appropriate policy.

“We are a Welsh SME and face the same challenges as every other business. Businesses don’t have time to hunt around for answers, that’s why have upgraded our solutions to make them more relevant and offer greater value. We are here to smooth supply chains, reduce cashflow risks, save time and save money.

“Businesses needs agility, expertise, information and strong connections locally, nationally and internationally. This is what Chambers Wales is passionate about delivering.”