KEE EXPORT SOLUTIONS

Bridging Continents, Empowering Trade – European Expertise, Canadian Commitment

About

Kee Export Solutions is an export consultancy firm based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

We provide expert guidance in export readiness, market entry strategy, compliance, translation, logistics, and B2B sales, both in-market and virtual. With decades of experience in European marketing and trade, we help Canadian businesses grow internationally by tapping into new opportunities in English, Spanish, and French-speaking markets across Europe and beyond.

We are currently onboarding projects in the following sectors:

Seafood
Food & Beverage
Ocean Technology
Aerospace & Defence
Natural Stone

Our mission is simple: empower businesses to build real, lasting international relationships that lead to growth, investment, and global success.

Why Export?

Exporting isn’t just good business – it’s a smart, strategic move for Canadian companies looking to grow, innovate, and compete globally. In today’s economic and political climate, it’s also a patriotic investment in Canada’s prosperity.

Here’s how exporting strengthens your business:

Drives Growth and Efficiency
Exporting fuels company growth, opening the door to new revenue streams and economies of scale. According to Industry Canada, top Canadian exporters grew by 20% over two years, compared to just 8% for non-exporting companies.

Builds a More Resilient, Robust Business
Diversifying into international markets helps companies weather domestic downturns and stabilize revenue over time. A broader customer base means fewer risks tied to local economic cycles.

Expands Beyond Canada’s Domestic Market
Canada’s domestic market is relatively limited in size. Exporting enables businesses to tap into vastly larger markets—especially across Europe, Latin America, and the United States—bringing Canadian excellence to the world stage.

Encourages Innovation and Operational Excellence
Serving new and varied international customers pushes companies to improve product quality, adapt processes, and increase operational efficiency. Exporters often become more agile, responsive, and forward-thinking as a result.

Fosters Global Competitiveness
Competing in international markets challenges small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) to stay sharp and inventive. Exposure to global competitors drives continuous improvement, helping Canadian SMEs become world-class leaders in their industries.

Our Team

Michael McKee

Senior Consultant

Michael is the Founder of Kee Export Solutions. He is a highly-accomplished and results-driven professional with over 20-years of experience in international trade, working with companies in Canada, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Michael holds professional qualifications from three Scottish universities and two Spanish universities. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and French.

Dean Mason

Consultant

Dean is a proven sales and operations manager with over 8 years experience. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce program with a major in Aviation. Originally from Glasgow, Scotland, Dean has lived in Canada for over 18 years. Dean speaks English and French.

Services

Our firm provides a range of services to support international expansion:

– Export readiness assessments
– Market research and entry strategies
– Regulatory compliance
– Spanish and French translation/interpreting
– Logistics guidance
– Advice on project funding
– Direct international B2B networking and matchmaking

Whether guiding small businesses as they venture into international markets or helping long established companies expand their global reach, we bring hands-on experience and expertise to every project.

Partners

Case Studies

We’ve supported a diverse range of businesses, particularly across Scotland and Spain, by facilitating successful export ventures, market entry strategies, and cross-border trade connections.

Flexible Ducting – Glasgow, Scotland

A Glasgow-based manufacturer of flexible ducting products for the automotive and construction industries sought to enter the Spanish market. We organized a market visit and facilitated in-person meetings with targeted Spanish distributors, enabling direct commercial connections and paving the way for future sales.

Printed Circuit Boards – Ayrshire, Scotland

An Ayrshire-based printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer was introduced to major industrial players in Spain. Following a comprehensive market visit, the company successfully secured export contracts with:

SEAT (Barcelona)
IBM (Valencia)
General Motors (Zaragoza)

Aerospace Data Equipment – Lanarkshire, Scotland

Working with a Lanarkshire-based company specializing in data collection technology for aerospace manufacturing, we identified Airbus Europe as a strategic target. Their innovative equipment—designed for scanning carbon fibre aircraft wings—was introduced through targeted outreach to key decision-makers within Airbus’s procurement network.

Whisky Barrel Manufacturer – Glasgow, Scotland

We assisted an independent whisky barrel producer in Glasgow by researching opportunities in Spain’s sherry industry. Through direct engagement with Spanish sherry producers, we enabled business development around the mutual exchange of whisky and sherry barrels—an essential part of traditional spirits aging processes.

Software Export – Glasgow, Scotland

Supported a Glasgow-based software company in exporting enterprise software solutions to the European Union. This included successful negotiations and sales into the EU’s institutional market, with Brussels, Belgium as a key destination.

Seafood Industry Promotion – Inverness, Scottish Highlands

Conducted detailed market research and distributor outreach in Spain to promote Scotland’s premium seafood industry. Activities included organizing promotional campaigns and business development meetings to establish distribution channels across the Spanish market.

Venison Distribution – Inverness, Scottish Highlands

Led market entry efforts for Scottish venison producers by researching the European game meat market and initiating contact with leading distributors across the EU. This created new export channels for Highland-sourced venison.

Independent Whisky Distilleries – Inverness, Scottish Highlands

Provided strategic export support for small-scale, independent whisky distilleries in the Scottish Highlands. Services included market research, distributor matchmaking, and guidance on compliance and promotion in European markets.

EU Trade Compliance & Tendering – Scotland-Wide

With the deregulation of trade barriers in the European Union, Scottish suppliers to major utility and oil industry players faced new procurement challenges. We established an EU Electronic Tender Information Service, offering daily searches of public procurement notices relevant to:

Drill bits
Measurement While Drilling (MWD) Equipment
Sub-sea well-heads
Remotely Operated Vehicles ROVs for subsea inspections.
This service gave Scottish firms a competitive edge in responding to evolving EU procurement rules on major Utility multinationals

Used Transport Refrigeration Equipment – UK to Spain & Middle East

Assisted in the export of used transport refrigeration machinery from the UK to markets in Spain and the Middle East. Organized market visits to Jordan and Spain to explore customer needs and finalize logistics arrangements.

Natural Stone Export – Almería, Spain

Supported Spanish suppliers in Almería to grow their export operations in natural stone flooring, wall cladding, and custom fireplace surrounds. Regular site visits were made to customers in:

France
Switzerland
United Kingdom
to maintain relationships, provide after-sales support, and expand market share in the premium home design and construction sectors.

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