This is a great place to do business, and at Gateshead Council we are committed to making it even better. With more than 4,000 businesses already based in the area we are striving to constantly improve conditions with:
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dedicated business advice;
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managed business centres;
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PLUS many other services available to the business community.
Benefits for businesses in Gateshead
The region offers a host of benefits for new or existing businesses including:
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Major support for knowledge-based industries;
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A fully integrated public transport infrastructure including the Metro rail link;
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Two international airports and six major ports;
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A flexible and skilled workforce of more than 1.6 million;
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First-class property solutions;
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A strong reputation for innovation;
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A world-class area for five high-technology areas;
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Some of the lowest operating costs in the UK.
How can we help?
Our Economic Development Service is here to help and provides a single point of contact for existing businesses in the borough or anyone thinking of starting up in Gateshead. We can offer guidance on finance, premises, re-location, recruitment, marketing and networking.