Unlocking Potential – the South Staffordshire and Wolverhampton Economic Growth Zone

South Staffordshire, Staffordshire and Wolverhampton councils already have an impressive track record of collaboration, delivering i54 South Staffordshire, the UK’s most successful enterprise zone, focusing on advanced manufacturing.

Now, that strong partnership is embarking on a visionary concept aimed at unlocking a once in a generation opportunity for future inclusive growth across their shared boundary.

Economic Expansion

The exciting South Staffordshire and Wolverhampton Economic Growth Zone (EGZ) is a dynamic model for driving economic expansion, innovation, and investment, creating opportunities for public and private sector investors to turbocharge sustainable development, drive entrepreneurship and create highly skilled jobs.

Innovation and Collaboration

Innovation thrives in dedicated growth zones as stakeholders collaborate on forward-thinking solutions, including transport, and renewable energy. Building on existing strengths including location, connectivity and a skilled workforce, the EGZ will inspire a new generation of innovation across all sectors in the West Midlands.

Attracting Investment

The EGZ provides a golden opportunity to create advanced manufacturing and logistics jobs – it could ultimately encourage innovation and growth in green technologies. The zone area is strategically linked to major transport networks, unlocking huge investment potential and revitalising brownfield land.

Working alongside further and higher education expertise, the EGZ will offer several key advantages, including access to cutting-edge research, a pipeline of highly skilled graduates, business support and strong industry partnerships.

The global economy is increasingly interconnected, making the Growth Zone attractive to investors and public sector investment to significantly drive business growth and economic prosperity. The EGZ aims to be a vehicle to access funding, support international and national direct investment and accelerate regional and national growth.

The Way Forward

With a clear vision and strong public and private sector partnerships, the South Staffordshire and Wolverhampton Economic Growth Zone can drive innovation, economic strength and resilience, shaping the wider region and creating a sustainable future for local communities.