Plymouth and South Devon Freeport

With a focus on marine, defence, space, advanced manufacturing, engineering and net zero tech, Plymouth and South Devon Freeport presents a unique proposition for investment, development, doing business and delivering social value in the South West (UK).

Demand-based Innovation: Access to a dynamic ecosystem that supports testing, trialling, prototyping and taking to market advanced technologies across focus sectors. Click here to find out more
Net Zero Routemap: Strategic business support for net zero adaptation and delivery. Click here to find out more.
Land and Property Available: Over 88ha of land available across three key sites including one site with defence innovation capabilities with additional associated security. Click here to find out more

Resilience and Growth Through Defence, Manufacturing, and Autonomy

Skills Support: Develop employer-led workforce programmes with world class universities, award-winning FE colleges and training providers. Click here to find out more
Tax and Customs Incentives: Benefits and incentives for eligible businesses in focus sectors available until September 2031 and beyond. Click here to find out more
Growth Planning: Bespoke account management from initial enquiry to growth and expansion plans. Click here to find out more.

Plymouth and South Devon Freeport

With a focus on marine, defence, space, advanced manufacturing, engineering and net zero tech, Plymouth and South Devon Freeport presents a unique proposition for investment, development, doing business and delivering social value in the South West (UK).

Over 88ha of land across three key sites including one site with defence innovation capabilities with additional associated security

Access to a dynamic ecosystem that supports testing, trialling, prototyping and taking to market advanced technologies across focus sectors

Benefits and incentives for eligible businesses in focus sectors available until September 2031 and beyond

Bespoke account management from initial enquiry to growth and expansion plans

Develop employer-led workforce programmes with world class universities, award-winning FE colleges and training providers

Strategic business support for net zero adaptation and delivery

Latest News

Defence as a Catalyst for Regional Growth: Shaping the Future of Maritime in the South West

Defence as a Catalyst for Regional Growth: Shaping the Future of Maritime in the South West

Plymouth and South Devon Freeport recently hosted a webinar bringing together businesses from across the region to hear from Mark Albon, Director of Maritime Defence and Security at the Society of Maritime Industries (SMI). With over 34 years of Royal Navy experience and a front row seat to how defence procurement actually works, Mark offered a frank and compelling picture of where the market is heading and what it means for businesses right here in the South West.

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Marine Autonomy: The UK’s Moment to Lead 

Marine Autonomy: The UK’s Moment to Lead 

The next few years will see marine autonomy and the technologies associated with it move fully from emerging to being squarely in the mainstream. Defence is currently leading the way and civil applications will inevitably follow. Just recently the First Sea Lord marked his first year in office by setting out again how the Royal Navy is transforming its operations to embrace the concept of a fleet of crewed, uncrewed and autonomous platforms. The Navy’s approach also demonstrates how such technology has wide ranging impact on broader issues such as styles of leadership, skillsets, tactical and strategic approaches.

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Find out more about the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport and how your business may benefit from being involved: info@pasdfreeport.com