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"Our engine production operations at Hams Hall are contributing to the success of the BMW Group in the UK and worldwide" (Mathias Hoffmann, BMW Plant Hams Hall)

Automotive

The Heart of England, the West Midlands region is the first choice location for your UK and European automotive business.

 

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Whether you’re looking for world class production facilities, a highly skilled workforce, easy access to markets, an extensive supply base, world-leading technology providers or dynamic international business partners, the Heart of England will offer you a cost-effective solution.

Automotive companies worldwide recognise that the Heart of England is an automotive region that is unique in being able to provide all of the major benefits that they need - the right combination of location, skills, experience and support. Key strengths within the region lie in Automotive R&D, Niche Vehicles, Low Carbon Vehicle Technology and Intelligent Transport Systems.

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  1. The ‘Centre of Gravity’ of the UK’s automotive industry - 33% of UK car production in 2008 within 37 miles (60 km) of central Birmingham.
  2. Central and accessible location, providing quick and optimum connections to all UK vehicle assembly plants.
  3. Number one UK region for automotive employment and skills - the region has 40% of all UK automotive employment.
  4. More than 60% of UK automotive R&D (by value) is located in the region, with specialism in low carbon vehicle technologies and niche vehicles production.
  5. 1,500 dedicated automotive suppliers, with 16 of the top 20 global first tier suppliers.
  6. World-famous names include; Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, Aston Martin, JCB, Tata, Shanghai Automotive and Morgan.

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If you’re looking for a location for your automotive materials business, you’ll find nowhere better than the Heart of England.