1 min readWork has officially begun on the Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing Centre (SMMC), a flagship facility set to drive innovation, job creation, and economic growth across Greater Manchester. The centre is a key component of Atom Valley, one of Greater Manchester’s six designated growth zones, spanning Rochdale, Oldham and Bury.
Located at Kingsway Business Park near the M62, the SMMC will serve as a catalyst for advanced manufacturing, materials science, and industrial research.
Atom Valley is poised to deliver 17 million sq ft of employment space and create up to 20,000 highly skilled roles in technology and manufacturing.
The SMMC will include:
- Laboratory and metrology spaces
- Workshops and design studios
- A lecture theatre and meeting rooms
- Flexible workspaces for start-ups
- Office space for manufacturers
- A café to foster collaboration and community
The development agreement has now been finalised, and Wilson Bowden Developments Limited will lead the delivery of the building. Completion is expected by summer 2026.
Daniel Meredith, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Housing and RDA Board member said: “The SMMC represents a major step forward for Atom Valley and Greater Manchester’s industrial strategy. This development will not only attract leading innovators and manufacturers, but also generate high-value jobs and growth across the region.”
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