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£40 billion

of UK exports handled every year at Southampton Port

Skilled workforce

of over 780,000

Around 43.9%

of Hampshire's economic output is exported

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is a purpose-built £50m research centre

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Why Hampshire?

With an economic output totalling £50 billion Hampshire is one of the most successful economies in the UK.

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Sectors

A place of sector expertise: major brand investment; innovative start-ups; global gateways to new markets and a world-class skills pipeline.

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We can help you make the most of Hampshire’s business potential.

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