Marine
Plymouth is a global centre of excellence for marine science and technology, with one of the largest clusters of expertise in Europe.
This extends across marine technology, renewables, cruise and leisure marine to boatbuilding, shipping and marine engineering with marine autonomy recognised by the Department for Business and Trade as a High Potential Opportunity for inward investment and export.
20,110
Full Time Employees (FTE)
£1,214m
Gross Value Added (GVA)
£60,080
GVA per FTE
Plymouth Sound is one of the oldest continually studied marine areas on earth and is globally recognised for the strength of its marine science and technology.
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Latest Marine News
Taking place on 21 May at Bournemouth University, the Expo will showcase the progress being made towards maritime decarbonisation across the UK with a focus on the South West and South Coast
Industry leaders have been invited to play a part in Plymouth’s ambitious plans to drive growth in its four ports and further strengthen its position as a leader in marine innovation and transitioning to net zero.
Major redevelopment works are set to begin this month at the Mount Batten Centre, transforming this iconic gateway to Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.