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from Sheffield. For so long associated with post-1970s’ industrial decline, the South Yorkshire city has undergone something of a renaissance in recent years, with extensive redevelopment and steady economic growth.
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Geographically located at the centre of the UK, Sheffield has been at the heart of manufacturing and engineering innovation since the Industrial Revolution. Once globally renowned for steel production, the Sheffield City Region now offers investment opportunities across a range of sectors. Particular strengths exist in advanced manufacturing, creative and digital industries, business services, logistics,
s the UK continues its long journey towards economic recovery, it might want to draw inspiration
Sheffield is transforming itself into a thriving manufacturing and technology hub, as Lorraine Shah reports
low-carbon industries and healthcare technologies. The area is synonymous with high-quality, innovative products that are exported across the globe, promoted by the valuable ‘Made in Sheffield’ brand. Ellen Cutler, inward investment director of the Sheffield City Region Local Enterprise Partnership, says: “Sheffield has a unique and well-developed investment proposition. We don’t fit neatly into one particular sector, but rather supply into major industries such as oil and gas, aerospace, automotive, renewable energy and anything that has metals and materials as a strong component.
“Our USP for Sheffield really centres on this very deep supply chain. Within a very small location, companies are able
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