If Colchester was included in England's list of 56 cities, it would rank as one of the most buoyant economies...
Colchester, Ipswich & the Haven Gateway sub-region: Comparative analysis. Centre for cities 2010
10 Reasons to Invest
With ambitious development plans and a powerful workforce, Colchester is an exciting and inspiring place to be. Here are just some reasons as to why you should bring your business to Colchester.
Latest News
Economic Impact of the University of Essex rises by 11% to over £500m
The University of Essex contributes more than £500m to the UK economy, a rise of 11% compared to the previous year, according to its latest Economic Impact Report. The report shows the University has broken through the half a billion pound mark for economic impact...
Müller UK & Ireland have taken a unit at Easter Park, Colchester.
The deal represents a significant letting for Colchester not only in terms of size but also stature of tenant as a multinational organisation.
Colchester Borough Council’s Trading Board Agrees Creation of New Commercial Companies
The new commercial bodies will enable the Council to move forward with its stated social policies in housing and energy provision as well as with its other commercial ambitions designed to pursue more self-sufficient income generation, drive efficiencies in service...
7 Stand Out Projects
Colchester is a place with ambitious growth plans. Here are seven place-defining projects that will take Colchester’s outstanding potential to the next level.
Business Advice
Whether you have an existing business here in Colchester or if you are setting off on a new venture, we are totally committed to helping you on your journey. Here is a help & advice area for you to explore.
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Garden Communities: An Exciting Opportunity
You may have read about proposals to create three new ‘Garden Communities’ across North Essex over the next 30+ years. A joint project between Braintree and Tendring District, Colchester Borough and Essex County Councils, they have stemmed from the need for a new way...
Next generation insight into the work of the Council’s Economic Growth Team
What were your aims/aspirations from this internship? I am currently studying Business & Marketing at the Colchester Institute and I hope to base my career around this area. I wanted to get a general view of working in an office environment, in particular, the...
A Snapshot of Foreign Direct Investment in Colchester Reveals an Interesting Picture
Colchester has a thriving and diverse economy but it is important to understand its various characteristics in these changing times. Colchester Borough Council recently worked in partnership with University of Essex Intern, Ken Lee, to produce a baseline position of...
Colchester’s Annual Economic Report 2015/16
Containing a dashboard of key economic indicators and snapshots of employment sectors where growth is taking place, the Annual Economic Report is a ‘state of the Borough’ digest to help businesses plan for the future.
