Advanced manufacturing in Shropshire
Shropshire is home to a diverse advanced manufacturing sector spanning engineering, metals, machinery, automation and specialist production. Located within the UK’s manufacturing heartland, the county offers businesses access to skilled talent, established supply chains and major national and international markets.
Hear directly from local manufacturers in Shropshire
This video explores why two manufacturers have chosen Shropshire as a place to locate, grow and invest. Featuring Bridgnorth Aluminium, a long-established leader in aluminium rolling, and Börger UK Ltd, a specialist engineering company that relocated to the county, it showcases the advantages that continue to attract manufacturing investment to Shropshire.
Strong manufacturing sector
Shropshire’s manufacturing and engineering sector contributes £836 million to the local economy and supports around 11,500 jobs across more than 790 businesses. Companies benefit from a skilled workforce, strong supply chains and room to grow.
Bridging the Skills Gap
The county is also investing in future talent through industry-focused training providers including Shrewsbury Colleges Group and In-Comm Training, which offer technical qualifications, apprenticeships and higher-level pathways developed in partnership with local employers.
Opportunities in Shropshire
Shropshire is home to a growing cluster of advanced engineering, precision manufacturing and industrial technology businesses. Opportunities exist for development, investment and supply chain expansion.
The county is seeking to strengthen its position in advanced manufacturing, agricultural engineering and high-value production. Supported by world-class research institutions across the wider region, Shropshire welcomes businesses developing innovative technologies, automation solutions and advanced production systems.
Particular opportunities exist in food manufacturing, production line technologies, automation and machinery manufacture, alongside established strengths in fabricated metals, remanufacturing, polymers, rubber products and specialist engineering.
Innovation and Low Carbon Technologies
Shropshire is building a strong profile in Low Carbon and Renewables, leading innovation in agricultural technologies that are changing the way we grow food globally.
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