TRINIDAD & TOBAGO


BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED

COMPANY PROFILE
The Business Development Company Limited (BDC) provides technical, financial and export promotion support services to foster sustained growth and international competitiveness of businesses. The focus of the BDC is strengthening the capacity and capabilities of established medium-sized enterprises. 

The Company offers a portfolio of products and services which include: a Loan Guarantee Programme, an Approved Small Company Status designation, for tax relief purposes and Finance Leases for the acquisition of productive machinery and equipment through its subsidiary Caribbean Leasing Company Limited (CLCL). The Company’s technical support services include: entrepreneurial training and productivity and efficiency enhancement programmes such as: ISO 14001, HACCP, HSE, OSHAs, GAP and GMP.

Our mission is to provide a range of quality products and services to enhance the growth and competitiveness of enterprises, while contributing to the sustainability of the Company

The Company recently launched the region’s first Business-to-Business Portal called the smeXchange. This portal is specifically designed to encourage the use of ICT by Caribbean businesses. Companies without websites and those who are interested in showcasing their products and services to the world via the Internet are encouraged to register at www.smexchange.com.

The BDC administers the Research and Development Facility (R&D Facility) aimed at increasing the international competitiveness of businesses. This facility provides businesses in the manufacturing and service industries with access to a grant, which supports investments for technological advancements and innovation.

The BDC now adds regional and international business promotion to its robust list of services. This includes participation at international trade fairs and exhibitions and the provision of trade and business information services.

It is the mission of the BDC to consistently provide its clients with the products and services they need to increase their competitive advantage and positively impact their bottom line.

Contact Us
For general inquiries Email us at info@bdc.co.tt or complete our online information request form

Head Office: 151B Charlotte Street, 
Port of Spain, Tel: (868) 623-5507, 
Fax: (868) 624-3919/625-8126 
Email: info@bdc.co.tt
Web: www.bdc.co.tt

South Office: Shop 1, Ground Floor, Carlton House Extension, Carlton Centre, 63 St. James Street, San Fernando 
Tel: (868) 652-3973/652-8779, Fax: (868) 657-4613, Email:bdcsdo@bdc.co.tt 

Tobago Office: E-Teck Mall, Sangster’s Hill, Scarborough, Tobago, Tel: (868) 639-4067/639-2549, Fax: (868) 639-4340, Email: bdctgo@bdc.co.tt

Caribbean Leasing Company Ltd
151B Charlotte Street, Port of Spain, Tel: (868) 627-7074/7095
Tel: (868) 624-6604, Fax: (868) 623-6665, 
Email: info@caribbeanlease.com

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