Regional Industrial Sectors
The South of England boasts an extensive tech resource base with vast potential, supported by Southampton University – ranked 12th in the UK and 108th in the world. It is situated in a distinctive rural and coastal landscape.
Porton Down and University of Southampton form an R&D powerhouse. The collaboration with the regional NHS provides the capability for clinical trials over a population of 6 million people
Southampton Port provides a strategic location for global trade, being a key stopping point on the Shanghai-Rotterdam route and offering convenient access to the UK's road and rail networks.
One of the UK's principal producers of premium grains, the sector is evolving a sustainable business model that will further differentiate its offerings into multiple markets.
The region is a hub for marine innovation, engineering, and manufacturing, covering the defence, commercial, and luxury sectors. The cluster of 2,500 firms is supported by the Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute.
A powerhouse of aerospace and defence related product development, operational testing and manufacturing. The region has a major military presence across all three services.
Southampton is Europe's leading cruise terminal. The sector is recovering from the slowdown caused by COVID and embarking on a transformative programme to reduce emissions
Hydrogen is set to become a key fuel for heavy transport in the region, both on land and at sea, leading to the development of a new and significant industry in the area
Producers in the region have a generational opportunity as consumers are becoming more interested in understanding the provenance and sustainability of what they consume.