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The sector in the South West recognises the importance From transport to property to e-connectivity and economic The South West inward investment teams can advise on of developing its workforce. It uses universities, colleges infrastructure, the UK South West has it covered. and private providers to allow its people to improve their any pre-location matters, including funding opportunities, skills to make sure that the South West is at the centre Our world-class transport links mean you get all the industry knowledge, talent recruitment and training, of developing the next generation of aircraft and their benefits of locating in the South West but with London Europe’s Aerospace associated technologies. and the world on your doorstep. You can be in the capital introductions and property searches. in less than two hours using our fast direct rail links, or in Further UK-wide academic investment has enabled the one of hundreds of international locations via one of our Powerhouse South West to develop its aerospace workforce, offering four thriving airports. Once you’ve made the move, we continue to offer support established specialisms in advanced engineering and to help you grow your business. aerospace, and hosting a range of highly innovative Fast, major motorways link the region in all directions, research projects and centres. Further academic and four deep water ports, in Bristol, Plymouth, Poole and Portland, make sea transport a breeze. E-connectivity investment in this sector comes from a group of leading You can contact any of our UK South West inward investment UK aerospace manufacturers who have recently is a priority for the region, with superfast broadband sponsored a £6 million bursary for 500 Masters (MSc) level already widely available across the South West and teams using the contact details below. We will also be at Think Aerospace, further roll-outs planned. degrees in aerospace engineering, many for the major industry events, so to book an appointment or meeting South West region. Our portfolio of high-quality, affordable properties and please do get in touch. Many aerospace and advanced engineering companies investment sites include opportunities to locate in one of Think UK South West also work in partnership with local schools and colleges several new or expanding Enterprise Zones, Science Parks to encourage interest and develop apprentices, many of and Innovation Hubs. Crucially, wherever you choose to whom go to become highly skilled and valued members base your business, our inward investment teams will be of staff. on hand to offer advice and support.
This vibrant academic community keeps the region at the cutting-edge of advanced engineering and aerospace innovation, while our enviable quality of life means talent retention is not something we struggle with in the UK South West. We have some of the UK’s leading cultural cities and towns, several National Parks, the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and some of Europe’s best surfing beaches.
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t +44 (0) 1242 715 480 t +44 (0) 01225 713 205 t +44 (0) 1872 327 818 Welcome + Innovation Europe’s Aerospace Powerhouse: A Snapshot The UK South West boasts a wide range of specialist a science, research and innovation centre and the home of Within the UK the South West region has the largest aerospace innovation hubs with excellent, and growing, reputations the Bristol & Bath Science Park and SETsquared which is the cluster and one of the most diverse advanced manufacturing both in the UK and abroad. No.1 business incubator in Europe, as ranked by University Business Incubator (UBI) Index. As a sector, aerospace and advanced engineering in the UK South West sectors in the country. Our extensive network of highly-skilled The area continues to lead the way in innovation. Specialist We are home to Bristol Robotics Laboratory - the largest innovation centres are in evidence throughout the South is worth over £7 billion. We are at academic centre for multi-disciplinary robotics research in people and innovative suppliers mean the UK South West is the West, which have been developed by the sector and the the forefront of innovative product the UK, a collaborative partnership between the University universities. Centres that focus on: obvious choice for industry giants such as Airbus, Leonardo, of the West of England and the University of Bristol. An development and new technology, • Wing design internationally recognised Centre of Excellence in robotics, making this an ideal location for Boeing and Rolls Royce – to name just a few. • Composite aero engine blade technology the state-of-the-art laboratory houses specialist workshops, businesses, both new and established. • Landing gears wet labs and flying arenas with multiple 3D motion capture • Avionics systems that bring together the best expertise from industry Of the 15 world-leading aerospace companies, 14 have • Robotics and autonomous systems and the academic community to spearhead Britain’s efforts to bases in the UK South West. The region offers specialist Cobham • Additive Layer Manufacturing. be a world leader in modern advanced robotics. expertise across 11 core areas, including wing design, Cobham based in Wimborne is a leading global engines, landing gear, avionics, rotor, plus leading technology and services innovator, respected for In addition to the work the sector is undertaking, the The University of Bath is home to the Aerospace Engineering technologies such as composites, robotics, autonomous providing solutions to the most challenging problems, universities in the South West are contributing to future Research Centre (AERC), a world leader in aerodynamics, innovations and supporting R&D through many of their Dowty Propellers / GE Aviation Aviation systems, UAS and additive layer manufacturing. This from deep space to the depths of the ocean. gas turbine and aero-structures research. The centre has Aviation results in world class innovation and collaboration across specialist centres: strong collaborative ties with a range of companies including: many areas of aerospace technologies. Together with Every Airbus aircraft features Cobham technology • Bristol University – The National Composites Centre Airbus, GKN, Siemens and the US Air Force Office leading talent and extensive supply chains, the UK South including avionics, communication and navigation • University of the West of England – Bristol Robotics Lab of Scientific Research, which have resulted in many heltenham West really is Europe’s aerospace powerhouse. equipment and antennas. Their products are many • Bath University – Lab for Integrated Metrology high-impact publications. loucester and varied from satellite communications for internet Applications (LIMA) Proof of the strength and vibrancy of this cluster is the in the sky, to fuel tank inerting components for the • Exeter University – The Centre for Additive Layer West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF). A membership Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Manufacturing (CALM) organisation for the South West aerospace and defence • Plymouth University – The Electron Microscope Centre. industry, WEAF is a national and international champion ilton for industry interests. The team has close links with the A prime example is the National Composites Centre (NCC) ristol Ministry of Defence as well as UKTI, the UK’s national based at the leading Bristol & Bath Science Park. The NCC ath inward investment agency. WEAF organises training and ristol is part of the UK Composites Strategy and one of seven ir ort networking events, co-ordinates supply chain initiatives and High Value Manufacturing Catapult Innovation Centres eston su er are uses digital tools to help promote companies in this sector. across the UK. The centre brings together business and Airbus academia to develop new composite design and rapid A giant of the aerospace industry, Airbus recently arnsta le As a sector, aerospace and advanced engineering in the manufacture technologies, providing a gateway to the best completed work on the new Airbus Aerospace Park in UK South West is worth over £7 billion. We are at the talent and facilities in the country. The NCC also offers Filton, Bristol. This new advanced engineering hub will forefront of innovative product development and new associated companies access to funding and an invaluable accommodate over 2,000 engineers and represents a eovil technology, making this an ideal location for businesses, communications link with central government. £70 million strategic investment in the South West area. both new and established. Wing design and systems integration will be a particular ournemouth Elsewhere in the region the Filton Enterprise Area at Bristol is focus, with the Airbus group having already applied for ir ort ATI funding to create a new ‘Wing and Systems’ R&T ournemouth
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