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The East Midlands Combined County Authority has been reflecting on the progress made since the establishment of the East Midlands Investment Zone a year ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The 10-year programme aims to unlock millions of pounds in investment, creating new opportunities for businesses and communities, and laying the foundations for thousands of high-quality jobs in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Launched in October 2024 with \u00a3160 million of funding from the Government, EMIZ is designed to supercharge growth across the region by focusing on two key strengths: clean energy industries and advanced manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n
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The programme aims to attract at least \u00a3383 million in private sector investment and generate up to 4,300 skilled jobs \u2013 driving inclusive economic growth for communities in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first year of EMIZ has seen progress across its three designated strategic sites, Infinity Park in Derby, Hartington Staveley near Chesterfield, and Explore Park near Worksop, as well as a number of supporting projects across the wider region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Key achievements include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The University of Derby shaping a skills pipeline to connect local people to high-value careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enabling works at the Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe) to support the region\u2019s growing rail cluster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Feasibility work on a second Nuclear Skills Academy at Infinity Park Derby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward said: \u201cThe East Midlands Investment Zone provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the people in our region \u2013 and in just 12 months we are already seeing the results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis first year has built strong foundations for the future, and we are determined to go further \u2013 attracting more private investment, supporting local businesses to grow, and ensuring every community can share in the benefits of this new era for our region. This is inclusive growth in action.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the East Midlands Investment Zone moves into its second year, the focus will be on building the pipeline of new projects to keep up momentum, bringing forward investments identified in the EMIZ Strategy and Investment Plan for funding approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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