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.
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Colchester Jumps 34 Places in the National 2019 Hot Office Location Index
Property Week has revealed this year’s top office locations outside London. Previously Colchester had come 82nd in the UK rankings, however the 2019 ratings placed it 48th. Location strategist and data analyst experts CACI have put together the Hot 100 UK Office...
Creative Colchester website launched to showcase Colchester’s growing creative and digital sector
Businesses in Colchester’s growing creative and digital sector now have their own website thanks to funding from the EU and Colchester Borough Council. The website is being used to promote their work and showcase the wealth of creative talent in the borough....
Cloudfm Wins Queen’s Award for Innovation
Colchester based Cloudfm is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Queen's Award for Enterprise in the category of innovation. This highly sought-after award recognises Cloudfm's outstanding contribution to the facilities management industry...
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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Southern North Sea Energy £3bn Supply Chain Opportunity in the Spotlight at EEEGR Event
Ten operators – from the smaller Independent Oil and Gas (IOG) to leviathan Shell – announced a total of £3bn of projects to rejuvenate and ensure the future of the Southern North Sea (SNS) during an event in Norwich. Sector leaders say the investments herald a new...
Creative workspace study reveals start-up business boom in Colchester
Colchester Borough Council (CBC) has appointed Creative Space Management to undertake a study into demands for further work space for the creative and digital sector in Colchester. As one of the fastest growing arts and technology hubs in East Anglia, Colchester’s...
The Challenge of Growth in the North Essex Construction Sector Supply Chain
In a move to stimulate the north Essex construction sector the Essex Skills Board and Colchester Institute recently drew together major players in the industry with representatives from construction trades across the piece to discuss the challenges of growth in the...
Colchester’s Annual Economic Report 2017/18
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.
