Bristol

The largest urban centre in the South West with a working population of half a million people.

Contributes over a quarter of the South West's total regional economic output.

World famous for its aerospace industry and home to some of the giants in the industry including BAE Systems, Airbus and Rolls-Royce engines.

A hub for the growing environmental technologies sector, from wind power engineering through to waste disposal systems.

The third largest financial services sector outside London.

A vibrant media profile, including Endemol, Aardman and the BBC's Natural History Unit.

One of only six English cities to be given the accolade of Science City, in recognition of its outstanding performance in the science sector.

At the crossroads of many of the UK's key transport routes. The M5 and M4 motorways intersect here and so, too, do major rail networks.

Bristol Port is among the fastest growing and most successful in the UK, with plans to create a deep water container terminal to service the new generation of Ultra Large Container Ships.

Regular flights to the USA and Europe from Bristol International Airport, which is located just eight miles from Bristol City Centre.

The new £500 million Cabot Circus retail and leisure development aims to place Bristol in the top 10 shopping and leisure destinations in the UK.

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For more information about investing in the South West of England, contact Head of Inward Investment Ellen Stallins.