Manufacturing & Engineering

The sector contributes £5.6bn to the local economy, 21% of our total economic value. The sector has grown by 64% in real terms over the past decade in Greater Lincolnshire. Nationally (England), the sector grew by 29% in real terms over the past decade. There are 2,400 businesses operating in the sector in Greater Lincolnshire, ranging from very large engineering and petro-chemicals businesses, right through to micro-businesses, which make up 80% of all manufacturing businesses operating in Greater Lincolnshire.

With continuing growth across a number of key areas, including engineering, chemicals, metals and polymers, the aim is to increase economic output by almost a third by 2030, through our amazing local manufacturing businesses, by helping them to grow and develop using the latest technology and advice through Growth Hub grant and support programmes.

We’re here to help

• One-to-one support and workshops delivered by industry specialist advisers to achieve growth through increased productivity and innovation
• Workforce development – access training, apprenticeships and upskilling opportunities by working with partners such as HETA, CATCH and the IOT alongside local and regional universities and colleges
• Innovation and R&D support – connect with innovation programmes and partners to help develop new products, adopt advanced technologies, and access funding for R&D
• Networking and collaboration to support the growth and productivity of the sector through the Manufacturing Board, the GLEAM Network and MakeUK
• Sustainability and net zero – help to increase resource efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and transition to greener business models
• Supply chain optimisation – access guidance and tools to improve logistics, supply chain management and sustainability across your supply network