MIRA Technology Park reveals plans that could create 2,000 jobs
Plans have been revealed for 2.4m sq ft of manufacturing space in Nuneaton, which would create 2,000 high-tech jobs.
The 850-acre MIRA Technology Park is the home of Europe’s largest automotive research and development cluster. More than 35 major companies are based at the park such as Aston Martin, Bentley, JLR and Toyota, with the opportunity to use a mix of more than 40 test facilities.
Sarah Windrum, the Future Mobility Cluster Lead at MIRA Technology Park told the North Warwickshire Branch of the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, that the park is at the forefront of new technology including the development of battery technology and hydrogen fuel cells.
She said: “It would be a massive boost for the region to be able to offer so many good jobs here and their money would be spent in the local economy.
“We are going through planning now, but we already have significant interest from occupiers who want to come and be part of MIRA Technology Park especially because of our efforts and ambitions for sustainability on the site. These are very exciting times for us.”
Businesses also heard from Tom Mongan, North Warwickshire Branch Chair and Chamber President; Marcus Jones, MP for Nuneaton; Lauren Bond, Centre for Local Economic Strategies; and Corin Crane, Chief Executive of Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce.
Marcus Jones MP gave an update on the national economy, particularly in relation to inflation and interest rates, as well as Government support for the economy.
He added: “There is now a total private and public sector contribution of approximately £155m specifically dedicated to transforming Nuneaton town centre. A suite of projects will transform our town centre in Abbey Street, Bridge Street, Vicarage Street, Riversley Park, and the Market Place.
“This is being done with careful consideration for historic buildings. Nuneaton Museum is being sensitively improved, St George’s Hall is being restored to its grandeur, improvement work has been done to the Town Hall, Co-Op and Debenhams historic frontages are being conserved.
“We recognise that these have been tough times for businesses across the region but it’s important to recognise the strides being taken in this part of Warwickshire, including the exciting new developments at MIRA Technology Park.”
