St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone

What are Enterprise Zones? Enterprise Zones are seven areas in Wales where on-going investment is creating the very best conditions for businesses to operate and thrive. St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone is located in South East Wales, a region that has been a centre of aeronautical excellence for decades. The zone is focused on the aerospace and defence sector and offers your business an excellent package of support. St Athan is a modern airfield that is less than 3 miles from Cardiff Airport, with state-ofthe-art workshop and hangar facilities ideal for Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), as well as freight and paint shops, and ready access to a highly skilled workforce. The airfield has been a centre for aerospace for more than half a century and is also a major base for the Ministry of Defence (MOD). Cardiff Airport is an international airport serving passenger, freight and MRO requirements worldwide, and is less than 30 minutes from the centre of Cardiff.

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 1

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century A Thriving Area Wales has a reputation as a highly capable manufacturing region with a mature and thriving aerospace and defence sector, with particular expertise in MRO, engineering and training. Some of the world s biggest aerospace and defence companies have bases in Wales. 25% of the UK MRO activity takes place here, with the sector employing 20,000 people in 160 companies with a turnover of 5 billion. Wales is the ideal base for businesses in this sector, thanks to: A skilled workforce World class Universities The proximity of key UK manufacturing regions Availability of land and unique airspace Key anchor companies with strong supply chains and industry clusters Proactive Government support for programmes supporting international trade and supply chain development Skills, R&D and finance for development 2

Image courtesy of Cardiff Airport Wales handles around 25 per cent of the entire UK s MRO activity, with some of the most technically advanced facilities available. Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 3

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Skilled People British Airways Maintenance Cardiff (BAMC) is responsible for major maintenance and cabin interior conversions on BA s entire long haul fleet in South Wales in one of the biggest facilities of its kind. 4

GE Aviation one of the world s leading specialists in maintenance, repair and overhaul of jet engines occupies 1.2 million square feet of workshop space and employs a workforce of highly skilled people. Wales has a long tradition of excellence in engineering and manufacturing, underpinned by a highly skilled, loyal and competitive workforce. Our Universities produce over 2,000 engineering graduates every year. The heritage of a thriving aerospace sector means that companies locating at St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone can draw upon a highly trained and experienced local workforce. There is also a wealth of engineering graduates from Universities in Cardiff, Swansea and the University of South Wales. The International Centre for Aerospace Training (ICAT) is one of the UK s leading aerospace education and training providers, with a worldwide reputation. ICAT operates from a purpose-built facility next to Cardiff Airport, less than three miles away. Recognised as a national Network Centre, it is also one of a few centres in Great Britain to have gained approval from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) as a Part 66 Aircraft Maintenance Training Organisation. Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 5

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Support and incentives for your business The Welsh Government has played a fantastic role in a difficult economic environment in providing tremendous support and enthusiasm We ve been impressed by how pro-active they ve been; they ve really wanted to make this happen, and we ve experienced a high level of enthusiasm and drive that has been a delight to behold. Bruce Dickinson Joint CEO, Cardiff Aviation (and lead singer of Iron Maiden) 6

Companies located within St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone are already reporting high levels of satisfaction in relation to the service they receive from the project team. We offer a wide range of support and will do whatever we can to ensure your business receives the support it needs. A pro-business Government As a devolved Government, we can give you easy access to key decision makers to fast track your move. We ll listen to what you need and put everything in place to make it happen, drawing on support from a Board made up of industry specialists. Business support You ll have a dedicated point of contact to take you through the unrivalled package of support available. We offer a range of support from sources of Welsh Government and external funding, support for innovation, ICT and e-business, and best-in-class supply chain and international trade programmes. We also offer a generous training support package and will work with you to review and plan your workforce training and development needs, as well as explaining the support available for recruiting and employing new staff. Our Universities can deliver tailored programmes and courses for your workforce, ranging from degree to work-based learning. Industry-led academic research Locate your business in the St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone and you will be able to call upon world-class industry research that is taking place at Cardiff, Swansea and the University of South Wales. For example: Cardiff University has one of the best resourced Schools of Engineering in the UK, specialising in the design and manufacture of smart materials and structures, propulsion and transmission, airborne systems and security. The University of South Wales offers degree and postgraduate courses in aeronautical engineering and avionics, including EASA Part-66 based BSc degrees in collaboration with ICAT. The Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre at Swansea University is conducting worldleading research in structural materials, to improve the efficiency and environmental sustainability of gas turbine engines. Swansea University is also leading the Welsh Composites Centre, which offers outstanding research potential for businesses. Incentives The zone offers a discretionary Business Rates Scheme focused on SMEs that are new starts or increasing the size of their workforce. If your business qualifies, you pay Business Rates as normal and claim rebates through the Scheme. You will receive 55,000 (the cap on the Scheme per annum) or the business rates paid, whichever is lowest. Access to finance Whether you re moving here, starting up or expanding, you can call on a range of competitive finance packages. We will be happy to take you through all the options. You can also take advantage of commercial finance from a range of institutions such as Finance Wales. Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 7

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Investing in infrastructure We are investing in infrastructure across the zone, prioritising investment designed to meet the needs of businesses locating here. If you re moving location, your business may well need new premises or a new development. We can respond rapidly to your needs, saving you hassle, time and money. New Local Development Orders make planning simpler in the Enterprise Zones, and are supported by the Welsh Government s Planning Improvement Fund. ICT Connectivity The Welsh Government is committed to making Wales a truly digital nation. Following a competitive process, the Welsh Government has made an agreement with BT to deliver Superfast Broadband across Wales. When combined with commercial investment, 96% of businesses and homes in Wales will be able to access a fibre-based broadband service by the end of 2015. As key economic priority areas for Wales, Enterprise Zones will be amongst the first to benefit from the roll-out of Superfast broadband. This investment will provide a platform to expand the roll-out of fibre-based services to premises across designated sites within St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone to meet the future needs of businesses. 8 Mark Richards

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A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Key sites across the Zone Primary Sites 1 Aerospace Business Park, St Athan 2 Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone boundary Pontyclun Beddau Nantgarw Tongwynlais M4 Whitchurch Ystradowen Llanblethian Cowbridge Bonvilston Wenvoe Llantwit Major 1 St Athan Rhoose 2 Barry 10

St Athan Aerospace Business Park has a newly refurbished 5,905ft (1,800m) plus runway with Cat 1 ILS and full airfield support. St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone is made up of three key areas: St Athan Aerospace Business Park St Athan Aerospace Business Park has been a base for aerospace activity for more than half a century. The site has a newly refurbished 5,905ft (1,800m) plus runway with Cat 1 ILS and full airfield support. The runway is suitable for both fixed and rotary wing aircraft from light GA up to A330 and 767-sized aircraft. Part of the site still retains a major Ministry of Defence (MOD) presence, offering a secure, well-connected location for aerospace companies requiring airside access, conducting high security projects or seeking supply chain contracts from the MOD. Accommodation is fit for a range of civilian or military purposes, including Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO), manufacture, engine overhaul, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and R&D. Hangars, workshops and other buildings can be occupied immediately and are ideal for ancillary MRO services such as seat overhaul or parts storage. Land is also available for new developments, providing full airside access. Cardiff Airport Cardiff Airport is also part of the Enterprise Zone and offers air travel to a number of short and long haul destinations. The runway can accommodate all generations of aircraft, and collaboration with Central Cardiff Enterprise Zone will ensure the airport has potential for future business travel growth. Land and facilities are available for MRO operators and supply chain operators complementary to British Airways Maintenance, Cardiff (BAMC). The proximity of the airport and runway are ideal for the fast movement of aerospace parts, as well as storage and salvage, cargo operations and freight-related businesses. Gateway Development Zone The Gateway Development zone includes potential development land close to Cardiff airport. Currently at the concept stage, there are plans to develop an airport city, creating a business destination for local and international businesses. The plans include quality office accommodation, specialist education and training facilities and leisure developments. Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 11

Aerospace Business Park St Athan For indicative purposes only Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 13

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Look who s already here We are great advocates of South Wales. Cardiff really offered the best all round combination of features, which is why we chose to locate here in preference to other locations we examined. The Welsh Government and local council offered us tremendous collective assistance. The most important factors behind our decision to come to Wales were lower operating costs, good logistics, the quality of training available and the highly skilled workforce right on our doorstep. Tim Wood Manager of Safety & Business Improvement, British Airways Maintenance Cardiff (BAMC) 14 Mark Richards

Some of the world s biggest aerospace and defence companies are based in Wales, including Airbus, GE Aviation, British Airways, BAE Systems, EADS, General Dynamics, Raytheon and Thales. In South East Wales, GE operates one of the largest engine MRO facilities in the world, and Nordam Europe undertakes the repair and maintenance of control surfaces, engine reversal thrusters and nacelles. British Airways has three Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facilities in South East Wales (one of which is within the Enterprise Zone). Companies in the Enterprise Zone As well as a major base for the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Cardiff Airport, the Zone already includes a number of companies such as: Cardiff Aviation is a maintenance, engineering, technical services and training group, operating from a 132,000 sq ft (12,263 sq m) fully-equipped hangar space and workshops. Hunter Flying supports the operation (covering all aspects of servicing and support) of many airworthy aircraft on behalf of their owners, including Hawker Hunters, Percival Jet Provost / Strikemaster, Yak-50 / 52 and Aero L-29 s. ecube Solutions is an aviation services company based which specialises in end-of-life aircraft projects. The operation provides facilities to park and store aircraft, dis-assembly services, and storage capacity for components, including bulk items and engines. British Airways Maintenance, Cardiff (BAMC) operates one of its largest facilities in the UK from the Enterprise Zone. The facility is responsible for major maintenance and cabin interior conversions of BA s entire long-haul fleet and employs over 700 staff. Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 15

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Linked to the UK and to the World St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone is located in the Vale of Glamorgan in South East Wales, close to the city of Cardiff and with its own airport. Road The M4 motorway is just a short drive away, providing easy access to other UK manufacturing regions including the North West, South West, the Midlands and Scotland. London is a comfortable 2-hour drive away. South East Wales is under an hour s drive to the MOD s procurement base in Bristol. The zone also has a local Arriva bus service. Air Cardiff Airport is within the Enterprise Zone and operates regular direct flights from the UK and other European destinations. The runway can accommodate all generations of aircraft, with the potential to offer more small aircraft flights to more destinations. Bristol International Airport is only 1 hour away, and Birmingham, Manchester and London Airports are also all easily accessible to Cardiff. Train High-speed trains link most cities around the country to Cardiff. The journey time from London to Cardiff is currently just over two hours but with the electrification of the Great Western mainline this will fall to just 100 minutes by 2018. Central Cardiff is just 40 minutes by train from Rhoose, which is close to the airport (served by a shuttle service). 16

M6 A1(M) Harrogate M6 M55 Leeds Preston Burnley M65 A1(M) Bradford M6 Rochdale M66 M61Bolton M62 Scunthorpe Huddersfield Barnsley M60 M58 Liverpool M57 Birkenhead Doncaster M18 Sheffield M67 M60 Stockport Grimsby M180 M1 MANCHESTER M62 Edinburgh M62 Halifax Southport Kingston upon Hull M62 Blackburn IRELAND UK Dublin A1(M) Manchester M56 M56 M56 M6 Lincoln Chester St Athan Cardiff Bristol M1 Stoke-on -Trent London Nottingham Derby M6 Loughborough M1 Telford Leicester M42 M54 M6 M69 M6 A1(M) M6 ENGLAND M45 M42 Worcester M1 Coventry BIRMINGHAM WALES Northampton M5 M40 Banbury M50 Paris Peterborough M6 Toll Wolverhampton Cambridge Bedford Milton Keynes M11 M1 M5 Luton A1(M)Stevenage Col Gloucester Oxford M10 Chelmsford M25 a uth York M48 M4 Newport M49 A48(M) M4 CARDIFF St Athan Cardiff Airport Bristol M40 M5 M25 LONDON M4 M4 Reading M4 Lisbon M25 Bath M3 Basingstoke Salisbury M20 M26 M25 Guildford Bridgwater Maidstone M2 M20 M23 Crawley M3 Winchester Taunton M5 M27 M271 Southampton M27 A3(M) M275 Hastings Brighton Portsmouth Exeter South M25 Madrid Swindon M32 M1 Eastbourne Bournemouth Torquay Paignton Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 17

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century Where pleasure and business mix St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone is a stone s throw away from Cardiff, Wales capital city. Cardiff is a cosmopolitan city with excellent shopping, including everything from charming Edwardian and Victorian arcades to ultra-modern shopping centres such as St David s which is centred around John Lewis biggest store outside London. The city is also a key sports and cultural destination, with world class venues such as the Millennium Stadium and the Millennium Centre. The Enterprise Zone lies within the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan, where the towns and villages are packed full of traditional charm and character. The coastline also offers tourists and residents an array of beautiful beaches to choose from. 18

Aerial view of Cardiff City Centre Dunraven Bay, Southerndown, Glamorgan Heritage Coast St David s 2, Cardiff Cardiff Castle in spring from Bute Park Cowbridge, Glamorgan Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 19

A base for aerospace activity for more than half a century The business is based in one of the original hangars at St. Athan and has proven to be an excellent base from which to operate a business of this nature. The start-up phase has been successful with the first year financial performance exceeding budget, and a strong projection for the second fiscal year. Mike Corne Partner & Commercial Director, ecube Solutions LLP 20 Mark Richards

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Goodrem Nicholson Wales are very proud to be located within the St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone. In the short time we have been here we have seen our business grow above expectations and feel an integral part of a developing community. We are grateful to the Welsh Government and our neighbours for the support provided to us. Mark Hegarty Goodrem-Nicholson Wales Find out more If you d like to know more about the opportunities for business at St Athan Cardiff Airport Enterprise Zone, please visit Web: stathancardiffairportenterprisezone.wales.gov.uk Or contact the Welsh Government directly: Tel: +44 (0)3000 6 03000 Email: businesssupport@wales.gsi.gov.uk Crown copyright 2013 / WG19436 / 0913 Printed on recycled paper