Cornwall has played a leading role in the maritime industries for centuries, and as a result has a highly developed supply chain, excellent marine facilities and a strong talent pool. It is estimated that the marine industry in Cornwall is already supports more than 14,000 jobs. Over recent years, Cornwall has been playing a leading role in new developments in the marine renewable energy industry.
The recent creation of a Marine Enterprise Zone within Cornwall has made a mix of development land and purpose-built industrial and office space available to businesses for immediate occupation and at very competitive rates. With over 400 miles of coastline, Cornwall also offers easy access to deep waters for the trialling of new marine technologies
Matt Hodson, Operations Director at Marine Hub Cornwall, said, “With Marine Hub Cornwall, we now believe we can offer a complete package to marine technology businesses...looking for the perfect place to grow their operation successfully.”
The new website gives full details on the range and depth of Marine Hub Cornwall’s offer, including a detailed specification of the premises available in the Enterprise Zone and a range of case studies from marine technology companies who are already operating successfully from the region. Businesses may register their interest via the site and open up a dialogue with the Marine Hub Cornwall Team in order to explore the opportunities open to them.
Marine Hub Cornwall will be exhibiting on Stand N150 at Oceanology International 2018, which takes place at ExCeL in London from 13th to 15th March.
The new website can be viewed at www.marinehubcornwall.co.uk
Photo: Wave Hub is the world’s largest and most technologically advanced site for the testing and development of offshore renewable energy technology. (MarineHub Cornwall)
