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Last month, the Greater Manchester delegation embarked on their 2025 Mission to Japan, the largest recorded UK delegation to visit the country. The mission, led by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, Cllr Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council and Jo Ahmed MBE, Honorary Consul of Japan in…
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In a significant win for Greater Manchester's tech sector, Australian tech giant SafetyCulture, first chose Manchester as its EMEA hub in 2016. The company has since gone on to grow its Manchester presence by relocating to its largest Manchester office to date in February 2024, taking over a…
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Today, we’re proud to launch our new prospectus - Investing in Life Sciences in Greater Manchester - a powerful statement of intent for one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most dynamic sectors. From pioneering genomics to advanced materials and AI-enabled health-tech, Greater Manchester is home to a…
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The Greater Manchester delegation made a powerful case for the city-region's growth potential across two days in Leeds at UKREiiF 2025. With the MIDAS team of Joe Manning, Niamh Keane, Kathryn Williams and Ian McCavery leading the charge, we connected with investors, developers, and policymakers to…
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From April 8 to April 9, Manchester welcomed His Excellency Ambassador Hiroshi Suzuki for a visit that celebrated the city’s longstanding and growing ties with Japan. Over the course of two days, Ambassador Suzuki engaged with key figures from Greater Manchester’s business, academic, and cultural…
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In this MIDAS series, we speak to professionals from Greater Manchester’s key sectors to get a glimpse into a day in their working life. We speak to Elizabeth Smithies, Senior Quality Laboratory Manager at Nexperia, who has recently been announced as a finalist in the Women Leaders in Electronics…
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MIPIM 2025 was a defining moment for Manchester. From front-page headlines to game-changing investment opportunities, this year’s presence cemented the city’s reputation as a global leader in real estate, innovation, and sustainable growth. But it wasn’t just about making noise - it was about making…
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Greater Manchester delegation attends in Austin and SXSW: Greater Manchester has taken a historic step forward in international collaboration, forming a Friendship Cities Agreement with Austin, Texas. This new partnership aims to boost trade, economic development, innovation, and cultural exchange…
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Greater Manchester has long been a powerhouse of innovation, industry, and opportunity. From its roots as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution to its modern-day status as the UK’s fastest-growing economy, the city-region continues to attract global investors looking for high-impact…
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Greater Manchester's position on the global stage continues to strengthen, with a programme of activity across the United States which is set to showcase our city-region's impressive credentials as a leading European business destination. As Manchester prepares for a week in the US, our delegation…
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