Our strengths

With an economy of £37.7bn, a population of nearly one million and c. 41,000 businesses, we are the strongest performing economy in the North.

We are well connected to Liverpool, Manchester, Wales and the Midlands, close to international airports and freeports. Our location puts international markets within easy reach of our dynamic, diverse economy.

We are home to world-leading businesses in biotech and life sciences, energy, and manufacturing, as well as fin tech, financial services and logistics and distribution. Our vibrant manufacturing base includes automotive, chemicals and energy, including exciting net zero technologies such as hydrogen, carbon capture, nuclear and renewables. Other key sectors include agriculture and agri-tech, food and drink, tourism and leisure.

Our economy has high jobs growth and a highly skilled workforce, with knowledge-driven businesses innovating and commercialising new products at the forefront of their sectors. From developing the fuel that powered Concorde to life changing beta-blockers, Cheshire and Warrington has long been at the forefront of research, industrial commercialisation and the manufacture of new products.