A Robust Base to Construct a Numerous Expertise Based mostly Group
As a part of a brand new sequence targeted on the ambitions and alternatives of the Celtic Freeport bid in South Wales, Enterprise Information Wales spoke with constructed surroundings marketing consultant Wyn Pritchard concerning the significance of constructing an inclusive expertise group.
Concerning the Celtic Freeport Bid
Celtic Freeport is an thrilling mission that can unlock the widest potential alternatives for Wales by accelerating innovation and inspiring important funding, whereas fast-tracking fashionable expertise for brand spanking new inexperienced industries and nationwide decarbonisation.
With growth websites all through Neath Port Talbot and Pembrokeshire, the Celtic Freeport will:
- Assist 16,000 new inexperienced jobs
- Generate £5.5bn of recent funding
- Speed up the roll-out of floating offshore wind and the hydrogen economic system
Background
In September 2022, the Welsh and UK governments invited proposals for a freeport in Wales.
The deadline for bids was 24 November 2022, with the successful bid anticipated to be introduced in early February.
The Celtic Freeport bid was lodged on behalf of a public-private consortium whose companions embody Related British Ports (ABP), Neath Port Talbot Council, Pembrokeshire County Council and the Port of Milford Haven.
