The Government of Santa Fe, through the Secretariat for Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Productive Development, has announced the launch of the third call for applications for the In Company programme, which aims to provide professional support to small and medium-sized enterprises in the province as they expand into global markets.
“With the launch of this third phase, under the leadership of Governor Maximiliano Pullaro, we reaffirm our commitment to the productive sector, providing real tools to enable Santa Fe’s production to compete successfully on the world stage, thereby promoting sustainable and federal economic development,” said Minister Gustavo Puccini.
“In Company has established itself as a vital tool for our SMEs to make the leap into exporting. Today we are already supporting more than 260 companies across 90 towns, demonstrating that Santa Fe’s potential reaches every corner of the province,” he added.
Tangible results
Based on the results of its first two editions, the initiative has had a tangible impact on the productive sector, with high levels of participation, strategic investment and companies that have already succeeded in making the leap into exporting.
In total, 292 companies registered for the 2024 and 2025 intakes – 147 in the first and 145 in the second. Of these, 263 firms actually commenced the programme, gaining access to specialised technical assistance in foreign trade.
Through In Company, the Province made a significant investment in technical support, assigning specialist advisers who worked alongside each company to design internationalisation strategies, identify markets and generate commercial opportunities.
As a result of this process, 98 companies made progress in drawing up their Export Plans, identifying specific destinations for their products. Meanwhile, 43 reached advanced stages of internationalisation, taking part in business matchmaking events, trade fairs and trade missions. Furthermore, at least 10 have already made exports or launched commercial operations in international markets.
Notable examples include firms that have secured sales in countries such as Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay and Chile, with operations ranging from shipments of industrial goods and foodstuffs to technology services.
Furthermore, over 100 companies took part in trade promotion activities, such as the Santa Fe Business Forum and international business rounds, thereby strengthening their foothold in foreign markets.
The main destinations chosen by SMEs from Santa Fe were Brazil and Chile, followed by other Latin American markets such as Mexico and Uruguay, reflecting a strategy of progressive regional integration.
Applications now open
In this context, the programme’s third call for applications is now open, with 42 companies already registered, representing eight departments and seven sectors.
Those interested in participating may register until Wednesday 15 April via the following link: https://forms.gle/DUJA9Mmmw7jFNcuf7.
