The UK Government is set to deepen economic and strategic ties with the United States through a major international expo in Los Angeles, aimed at showcasing the strength and future potential of transatlantic partnerships.
The Greater Together LA event, which is part of the GREAT Britain and Northern Ireland Campaign, will take place from May 18 to 22, 2026, bringing together innovators, business executives, and political leaders from both nations to discuss new prospects for growth, investment, and cooperation.
The expo comes at a time when the economic relationship between the UK and the US remains one of the most significant in the world, with mutual investments exceeding $1.5 trillion and a trading relationship valued at $413 billion.
This partnership supports approximately 2.6 million jobs across both economies, underlining its critical importance.
In light of this, Greater Together LA is positioned as a forum to strengthen these connections while investigating how both countries may work together to address new global issues and take advantage of fresh economic possibilities brought about by innovation and technological progress.
According to Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Peter Kyle, the event will be supported by presenting partners British Airways and American Airlines, with prominent political and corporate delegates flying to Los Angeles on a specially designated British Airways charter flight.
He noted that TSL, a technical engineering and construction company, and PwC, a professional services organization, are also main partners in Greater Together LA. The TSL Business Lounge will offer possibilities for deal-making, while PwC will sponsor the Expo’s two-day thought leadership event titled “Unexpected Connections”. The Summit is expected to feature more than 30 prominent speakers from important areas of the government’s Modern Industrial Strategy.
“Our trade mission to Greater Together LA is championing shared values innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship to unlock new opportunities for both our economies to grow and thrive.”
Peter Kyle
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Industry leaders from around the UK will play an important part in the Greater Together LA program, reflecting the country’s emphasis on improving key industries outlined in The UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy 2025. These sectors include advanced manufacturing, creative industries, technology, financial services, life sciences, and professional and business services, all of which are commonly recognised as vital to long-term economic growth and global competitiveness.
Sean Doyle, Chairman and CEO of British Airways, highlighted the airline’s pride in supporting the GREAT campaign and its broader mission of celebrating shared values such as creativity and innovation.
“For decades, we have connected families, friends and businesses across the US with our home in London, reflecting the deep cultural and economic ties between our nations. We look forward to welcoming leading figures from business and industry on our special charter flight to Los Angeles in May as we champion collaboration and shared prosperity.”
Sean Doyle
Similarly, Robert Isom, CEO of American Airlines, also emphasized the importance of the partnership between the two carriers and their joint efforts to strengthen transatlantic ties.
He further describes Los Angelos as a global hub for creativity, innovation and the industries that shape culture and commerce worldwide, from entertainment to technology and beyond. “Together with our partner British Airways, we’re committed to connecting people, ideas and opportunities across the Atlantic in ways that fuel cultural exchange and economic growth, ” he added.
Marco Amitrano, Senior Partner at PwC UK, noted that the United Kingdom and the United States maintain a distinctive economic and cultural partnership that continues to develop through ongoing investment, innovation, and the generation of high-quality employment opportunities.
He explained that Greater Together serves as a valuable platform for bringing together leaders from both government and business sectors, enabling them to engage, exchange perspectives, and identify pathways to future growth and also expressed pride in supporting the initiative, emphasizing its role in promoting long-term, sustainable economic development across both sides of the Atlantic.
Additionally, Jackie Wild, Group CEO of TSL, said the company is proud to deliver high-quality buildings for international clients, supporting their expansion objectives across the Atlantic and globally , adding, “we’re delighted to be a part of Greater Together LA, bringing together dynamic businesses from across the UK and US to drive innovation and investment.”
She noted that TSL works across sectors including data centres, advanced manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food, positioning the company as a technical construction and engineering partner to leading firms in both the UK and US markets, adding that TSL is focused on creating the infrastructure that supports the fourth industrial revolution.
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