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Analysis of Greater Manchester’s major investment projects provides key insights into local skills gaps
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce has released a series of 10 reports analysing the economic and labour market landscape of each borough in the region. The reports have been produced as part of the research for the GM Local Skills Improvement Plan, which is a...
UK Space Conference 2025: Powering Greater Manchester’s Growth in Global Industries
On 16 to 17 July 2025, Manchester proudly hosted the prestigious UK Space Conference, the United Kingdom’s premier space sector event that brings together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers and international stakeholders. With thousands of delegates arriving...
Sustainable technology manufacturer set to invest £100 million in Greater Manchester following Japan
Japanese manufacturer Astemo is set to invest £100 million in its factory in Horwich in Bolton. The significant investment, which comes on the back of Greater Manchester’s recent Mayoral trade mission to Japan, is expected to create and safeguard around 220 new...
Go-Ahead launches engineering academy Greater Manchester to accelerate rollout of zero-emission technology
Go-Ahead Group announces it has made “a multi-million-pound investment in engineering to create a clearer career pathway for emerging talent, increase the skills and knowledge of our engineering teams, and better prepare them for an accelerated rollout of...
Digital bank Zopa to open new northern hub in Manchester
Zopa, the digital bank pioneer trusted by 1.5 million customers, has announced the opening of a new office in central Manchester. Set to launch as early as August 2025, the move represents a significant step in Zopa’s ambition to grow its footprint across the UK and...
Salford confirmed as Government Vanguard Council for Housing
Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner has confirmed Salford City Council will become one of ten, specially selected Government Vanguard Councils for Housing. The announcement came at the Local Government Association (LGA) Conference, hosted in Liverpool and follows an...