West Midlands Wychavon: Building a vibrant economy for the future
This year celebrating the 10th anniversary of Worcester Six Business Park. It thrives because of its unique mix of local firms and global companies.
Wychavon’s success isn’t just about big business. Worcestershire has invested in transport links, making it an attractive base for both traditional industries and digital start-ups. Meanwhile, town centre regeneration projects have breathed renewed life into local high streets, boosting footfall and community pride.
Aerial view of J6 off the M5 motorway looking southbound
Wychavon, at the heart of Worcestershire, has built a robust track record in Economic Development powering one of the region’s most dynamic local economies. With a decade of strategic investment and forward-thinking leadership, the Council has transformed its three towns - Droitwich Spa, Evesham and Pershore - into thriving hubs of innovation, enterprise and opportunity. From revitalising high streets to attracting global businesses, Wychavon’s Regeneration and Economic Development team has spearheaded the change. Its work has helped local SMEs grow through targeted support programmes, while strategic partnerships with Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership and The Worcestershire Growth Hub have unlocked new opportunities for innovation and diversification. One of the district’s standout achievements is the development of Worcester Six Business Park, now home to major employers like Kimal, Spire Healthcare, and Kohler Mira. The site is a magnet for inward investment and a source of high-value jobs for local residents. The upcoming MiTeck facility will boost further the district’s economic landscape.
Looking ahead, Wychavon is positioning itself as a key player in the green economy, advanced manufacturing, and agri-tech sectors.
The Regeneration team offers tailored support to investors, acting as a single point of contact to streamline processes and reduce risk. Their deep local knowledge and strategic insight make them a trusted partner for sustainable growth.
Cllr Richard Morris, Leader of Wychavon and Executive Board Member Portfolio Holder for Economic Growth and Tourism, said: “Wychavon is more than just a great place to live - it’s a place where businesses can thrive. Our team is committed to helping investors succeed and ensuring our communities benefit from long-term eco- nomic prosperity.”
With a skilled workforce, high quality of life, and a Council that under- stands the needs of business, Wychavon is ready for the future - and ready to welcome the next wave of investment. Contact Economic Development at Wychavon Council who will be happy to help.
Mainmark Hitting Sixes for Worcestershire County Cricket Club
place that would make its recovery efficient, safe and as cost-effec- tive as possible. The first project of its kind for ground engineering firm, Mainmark UK, the team were able to provide a solution that reinforced the club’s flood infrastructure, to enhance the “long-term viability of the club”.
Worcestershire County Cricket Club called upon Mainmark Ground Engineering UK to help preserve the heritage of its 160-year-old grounds.
Worcestershire County Cricket Club fell victim to eight floods over the 2024/25 winter period, and the club made the national headlines as its Board of Directors considered moving the club away from its historic New Road ground, which had been its home since 1896. The impact of the repeated flooding took a huge toll on the club. Helen Grayer, Head of Operations at Worcestershire County Cricket Club, said: “As the climate crisis continues to bring us unpredictable weather conditions, and floods continue to ravage our soil quality and financial resources, we really did have to consider moving our operations entirely to save the club.
“The flooding we experienced most recently rendered our lift unus- able, as water had filled the underground lift pit and damaged the electrical cabling. If repeated, it will have a huge impact on our acces- sibility and the lift itself would’ve been extremely time-consuming and costly to replace.”
Given the significance of the club – within British cricket, but also within the county’s history and community – it needed a plan in
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John McBey, Business Development Manager at Mainmark, said: “Worcestershire County Cricket Club came to us with a unique chal- lenge. We were very aware of the issues the club faced being on a major flood plain, and needed a solution that would help boost the longevity of the club. We have a wealth of experience in remedying subsidence issues but sealing and waterproofing the lift’s pit, to make it easier for water to be pumped out during periods of heavy rain- fall, was a novel concept for us. Our experience with resin injection technology held us in good stead, and we were able to provide a wall-to-floor waterproof seal around the concrete lift pit, ensuring that any water which enters the pit can be pumped out with ease. The alternative for the club would’ve been to completely overhaul the existing lift infrastructure, which would’ve been a drain on financial and physical resources.”
Mainmark’s team was able to find a lasting solution to the problem using its engineered resin injection solution, injected through drilled holes at 500mm spacing around the wall and floor of the lift pit.
The project was completed in just three days, so that the lift could be made functional for the start of the 2025 cricket season.
John concluded: “While we have little control over the cases of extreme weather, we feel it’s important for our communities to start building resilience measures, future-proofing their infrastructure to boost longevity. Worcestershire County Cricket Club’s demonstration of this is commendable, and we were pleased to play a small role in that.”
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