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Plymouth and South Devon Freeport has successfully drawn down the full £25 million from the Government for key infrastructure projects which will unlock growth and investment opportunities in the Freeport area. Initiated by the previous Government, and with full...

As part of Green Career Week (4 - 8 November), Plymouth and South Devon (PASD) Freeport is highlighting its commitment to be at the forefront of driving skills development and green, and blue, job creation for the region. Uniquely positioned to drive innovation and...

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...

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?...

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 Seed Capital programme....

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....

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...

“Plymouth and South Devon Freeport are proud to be supporting the Great South West (GSW) at UKREiiF. Our partnership signifies a powerful alliance. Together we’re unlocking the region’s potential for investment and trade, providing a catalyst for innovation, and...

Over 70 attendees discovered more about the opportunities that the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport can bring not just to new and growing businesses, but the local economy, residents and communities through investment, infrastructure and innovation at our 'Unlocking...

12 innovative companies have been offered a share of almost £1.85 million of funding from the Innovate UK Launchpad for the Great South West. This Innovate UK Launchpad provides innovation support and funding tailored to the local area’s strengths in marine and...