Why Stoke-on-Trent

Stoke-on-Trent is famous throughout the world as the centre of the U.K's. ceramic industry. Although the dominance of the ceramics industry has decreased over recent years, Stoke-on-Trent is still home to such household names as Wedgwood, Spode, Portmeirion, Churchill China, Dudsons and Steelite international. Michelin also has its UK head quarters in Stoke-on-Trent and in recent years new sectors such as Logistics and Medical Technologies have chosen Stoke-on-Trent as a prefered location. Cobra Biomanufacturing PLC, Erigal Limited, Screwfix, Rieter Automotive, TK Maxx, Asda, Sainsbury and New Look have realised the benefits of locating in the Stoke-on-Trent area.

The business case for choosing Stoke-on-Trent as a location for your company is varied and compelling:

  • centrally located
  • with excellent transport links
  • abundant workforce
  • a competitive cost base
  • a wide range of commercial development opportunities.

Situated in the cemtre of the UK close to the Peak District National Park, with affordable housing and an excellent quality of life, Stoke-on-Trent is the place to create a future.