The largest cluster of precision forgers in the UK
Our nano technology industry has exploded in size
Home of the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre
10 new nuclear power stations planned for the UK
A European leader in the chemical industry
Huge scope to develop green fuels
1 of only 20 suitable tidal power locations in the world
The most dominant region for biomass production
The world's number 1 offshore wind market
Central to 3 of the largest development zones
The nation’s Low Carbon Economic Area
Ideally placed to develop a large scale CCS network
The largest e-learning community in the UK
A focal point for innovative new media companies
One of the fastest growing markets in Europe
The largest group of national retail buyers
One of the most dynamic healthcare sectors in the world
Home to the largest teaching hospital in Europe
Operating costs 20% lower than the UK average
Home to 30 national and international banks

Airports

Businesses in Yorkshire and Humber can access fast and efficient global connections to over 90 destinations in 30 countries from our 3 international airports – Leeds Bradford, Humberside and the UK’s newest airport, Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield.

Leeds Bradford airport is currently undergoing a £70m redevelopment and operates regular 40 minute flights to London. Robin Hood airport features a two mile long runway, making it one of only a handful in the UK capable of hosting long haul and freight plane services. Manchester airport, an hour’s drive from our region, can provide direct routes to the USA and other countries.

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05/10/10

Strong showing for Leeds in survey of Europe's best locations for business

21/09/10

VOICE to create 500 jobs at new offices

Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills
"“The civil nuclear sector is one of the key low carbon industries where the UK has the potential for job creation, economic growth and engineering and manufacturing excellence. Today’s announcement is about investing in our future. A greener, smarter, more skilled, more balanced British economy.” Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills speaking about the NAMRC in Sheffield "

BP Dupont
A £25m cutting-edge technology development centre planned for Hull will put Yorkshire at the forefront of biofuel technology development.

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