A Guide to Business in Birmingham A Guide to Business in Birmingham | Page 7

A guide to business in Birmingham Automotive Birmingham currently generates 60 per cent of the UK’s automotive research and development (11) and is home to 1,400 automotive businesses including JCB, Aston Martin, Toyota, Honda, MG Motor and Jaguar Land Rover. The city’s network of suppliers covers all aspects of the automotive supply chain, including metal pressings, electronics and automotive plastics. Recent data from 2013 has shown a resurgence in the automotive industry, after a period of decline. Jaguar Land Rover reported record car sales figures for 2013, which has led to the need for 2,000 more employees (13). This is just one sign that the automotive industry in Birmingham still has a lot to offer and will continue to remain a strong factor in the city’s business portfolio. Source: smmt.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/SMMT-2013-Motor-Industry-Facts-guide.pdf This map illustrates the quantity of investments made in 2012, clearly showing Birmingham as a popular automotive area.  The Government’s new Advanced Propulsion Centre, may also be housed in Birmingham, which could make the UK a leading global player of ultra-low carbon vehicle technology.  Popular areas for manufacturing firms include Fort Dunlop on the North East of the city, the nearby Midpoint Park or Longbridge. Commercial Property – Industrial Units, Office Space to Rent 7