for investment in Northumberland
OPPORTUNITIES
Northumberland is open for business...
Northumberland is one of the most attractive places in the UK to establish or grow a business. Its strategic location in North East England, strong links to Newcastle, Edinburgh and international markets, and assets such as the Port of Blyth and Newcastle International Airport give businesses the connectivity they need to thrive. Backed by major investment - including the £90 million Energising Blyth programme and the £15 million Energy Central Learning Hub - and access to world-class innovation through ORE Catapult, Northumberland combines economic opportunity with a skilled workforce and an exceptional quality of life.
Discover businesses who invest in Northumberland
Key sectors
Manufacturing and industry
Energy, port and offshore
Northumberland is home to a thriving manufacturing sector, with global names like
AkzoNobel, Essity, Thermo Fisher Scientific and RENOLIT sitting alongside a growing pharmaceutical and life sciences cluster including Piramal Pharma Solutions, Sterling Pharma Solutions and Arcinova, a Quotient Sciences company.
Public sector
Northumberland’s public sector is helping to shape ourcounty’s future, from Business Northumberland backing enterprise and investment, to Northumberland County Council leading ambitious regeneration, and Northumberland College developing skills for tomorrow through its new Ashington Campus.
Energy, port and offshore industries are a growing force in Northumberland’s economy, with QTS bringing transformational Blackstone-backed investment to Cambois, building on the county’s long-standing reputation in offshore energy and marine operations through the Port of Blyth
Big business in Northumberland​
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Northumberland’s new Economic Strategy has the potential to create up to 11,000 new jobs and increase productivity by £850 million a year by 2035.
Commercial property and workspaces in Northumberland
Northumberland offers a wide choice of commercial property to suit businesses at every stage, from managed workspace and serviced offices to industrial units, warehouses and development opportunities. Advance Northumberland Commercial manages a diverse portfolio across the county, with flexible workspace options available at a number of sites, alongside features such as meeting facilities, business support services and a range of lease arrangements designed to help businesses grow.
You can browse current vacant properties here, or contact the property team on 01670 528 460 or at commercial@advancenorthumberland.co.uk
Advance Northumberland
Investment experts at Advance Northumberland are on hand to help you make the most of the outstanding benefits Northumberland has to offer, whether that’s finding you suitable commercial space or offering you business support to help you grow.