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<body topmargin="0" leftmargin="0" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" text="#000000"> Bridgend County Borough is one of the most dynamic growth areas along the M4 corridor and at the heart of the South Wales economy.<p> The main centre of industrial activity is based around its largest town and administrative centre, Bridgend. In recent years we have secured some of the largest capital investment projects in Wales including Sony Manufacturing and Bridgend Ford’s engine plant.<p> Numerous UK-owned and foreign companies have been attracted to and are willing to re-invest because of the range and flexibility of our sites and properties, financial incentives and adaptable workforce. Communications are a key factor in this success. There’s direct access to the M4 and the motorway network, a high speed rail link on the Paddington-Swansea line and Cardiff International Airport and freightliner terminal is a short drive away.<p> We are proud that the county borough is home to one of Wales’ most successful science parks, where expansion is planned in a partnership with the private sector. The county borough also has an enviable reputation for its first-class training and education facilities.<p> Our economic development team has the knowledge and expertise to help people who are looking to set up, expand or relocate a business in the county borough, from small start-up projects to large multi-national companies. Our objective is to convert enquiries into business success.<p> Free advice is provided on capital, loans and grants, sites and premises or an extension to existing facilities.<p> Close liaison with the Welsh Development Agency, the Welsh Assembly, the Training and Enterprise Councils, Wales Tourist Board and other associated organisations ensures that our expertise helps potential investors and business people to make the decisions which progress their plans quickly and positively.<p> Companies locating, expanding or setting up in the county borough may be eligible for government grants, loans or other financial incentives. The team’s knowledge and experience enables us to provide first class advice and personal introductions to key sources of finance. We have also co-ordinated seminars and workshops on exporting oversea and expanding business on the Internet.<p> We have also established Partners for Progress, a core initiative designed to give the business sector a voice in the development of policies designed to nurture local industry, encourage new investment and provide the right training and job opportunities for local people.<p> Our aim is prosperity and opportunity for everyone is our objective.<p> * More information from the Economic Development Unit on Bridgend 01656 641700.<p> Jeff Peters<br> Acting Head Of Economic Development<p> <a href="contents.htm">To find out more click here</a>, <a href="doc.asp">here</a> and <a href="nav.htm">here</a> </body>