Prime Minister India Delegation

The United Kingdom’s largest ever governmental trade delegation set sail for India last week, and among the 125 senior CEOs, entrepreneurs, university leaders and cultural figures representing British industry is James Markey, founder of Universal Simulation Ltd (UNI SIM) – a fast‑growing developer of haptic and virtual‑reality studio.

Key Highlights

• Delegation Size & Scope – The mission, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, comprises more than 100 high‑profile business leaders, including Markey’s UNI SIM, alongside representatives from firms such as Rolls‑Royce, BT, Diageo and British Airways.
• Strategic Objectives – The trade trip aims to deepen UK‑India commercial ties under the newly signed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), projected to add £4.8 billion to UK GDP annually and generate £2.2 billion in wages.
• Industry Focus – UNI SIM will showcase its next‑generation VR and haptic simulation platforms, highlighting how immersive training can accelerate skill development for India’s rapidly expanding healthcare workforce.

Quote from James Markey

“Participating in this delegation underscores the global relevance of realistic medical simulation. By bringing our technology to India, we hope to empower clinicians and educators with tools that improve patient safety and accelerate learning – a win‑win for both economies.”

Quote from Prime Minister Keir Starmer

“It’s not just a piece of paper, it’s a launchpad for growth. With India set to become the world’s third‑largest economy by 2028, the opportunities waiting to be seized are unparalleled. That’s why I’ll be flying the flag for British business alongside 125 of our biggest household names in Mumbai this week – because growth in India for them means more choice, opportunity and jobs at home for the British people.”smeweb.com

About UNI SIM (Universal Simulation Ltd.)
Founded by James Markey, UNI SIM designs and manufactures affordable haptic and virtual‑reality simulators that transform medical and dental training. The company’s solutions are already deployed across UK universities and health‑care institutions and are expanding into emerging markets, including orders in Spain and Chile.

About the UK‑India Trade Mission
Announced by the Department for International Trade, the mission represents the most extensive UK business outreach to India to date. Delegates will attend high‑level meetings, B2B matchmaking sessions and sector‑specific forums covering health‑care, advanced manufacturing, education, finance and creative industries.