Freeports backed in Autumn Statement

Freeports backed in Autumn Statement

The Government have confirmed their ongoing support and backing for the UK Freeports programme. This welcome news signals a continued push towards economic growth, innovation, and job creation, all of which the UK Freeports programme embodies, develops and...
Unlocking growth event – Wednesday 20th November

Unlocking growth event – Wednesday 20th November

Are you a business directly operating, or part of a wider supply chain, in the marine, defence, space, advanced manufacturing, engineering or net zero tech sectors? Do you want to understand more about the recent Autumn Statement and how this may impact your business?...
Freeport’s first seed capital project completed

Freeport’s first seed capital project completed

The strengthening of Associated British Ports’ West Wharf at Millbay Docks has been completed – this part of ABP’s ambitious infrastructure project for the Docks was funded by the UK Government as part of Plymouth and South Devon Freeport’s...
Unlocking growth event – Wednesday 20th November

English Freeports tax benefits extension laid in law

New and high growth businesses in the South West’s blue/green economy can now benefit from a significant boost, as the English Freeport tax benefits extension window went into law late in May. The previously agreed five-year window now extends until September 2031....
PASD Freeport part of space skills project

PASD Freeport part of space skills project

Plymouth and South Devon Freeport is delighted to be part of a successful bid to the UK Space Agency Training Fund programme to develop a training programme for technicians and engineers in space engineering test methods and best practice.Led by Plastron UK, in...