Lancashire's Key Sectors

Where industry, innovation and investment come together

Lancashire is built on real economic strength. We’re not a one-sector story – we’re a region with serious depth, resilience and opportunity. This is a county where industrial strength meets cutting-edge innovation, and where investors find real-world returns.

From aerospace to AI, nuclear to net zero, this is a region where globally competitive businesses grow – supported by serious infrastructure and backed by investment-ready sites, skilled people and collaborative ecosystems.

Explore the sectors driving our economy forward:

Advanced Engineering & Manufacturing

Precision. Scale. Global delivery.

Lancashire is a UK leader in aerospace, automotive, industrial machinery and materials. Home to one of the world’s largest aerospace clusters, we combine advanced capabilities with end-to-end supply chains and a deep, experienced workforce. Whether you’re making components or complete systems, this is where complex engineering meets real-world delivery.

Clean Energy & Nuclear

Delivering net zero – not just talking about it.

Powering the UK’s net zero transition - We have end-to-end capability in nuclear fuel, hydrogen, offshore wind and clean industrial tech – plus the specialist talent and ready-to-go sites including Hillhouse and Springfields.

Digital & Creative Industries

Tech with imagination. Creativity with impact.

Lancashire is home to one of the UK’s fastest-growing digital clusters. From cyber security and immersive media to film, gaming and digital health, our creative economy is thriving. With strong university links, sector-specific hubs and national award-winning talent, it’s a region where digital ideas become global products.

Visitor Economy & Tourism

Big numbers. Iconic destinations

Lancashire welcomes over 66 million visitors annually – making us one of the UK’s top-performing tourism economies. But this isn’t just about Blackpool’s iconic draw. It’s about place-led investment, eco and experience-based tourism, and a whole-county offer spanning coast, countryside and culture. From the Eden Project Morecambe to rural retreats, this sector is ready for strategic investment.

Invest Where Industries Are Already Winning

These aren’t emerging sectors – they’re established industries with global traction and strong alignment to international trends with long-term support from government, education and private investment.

Every Lancashire sector is backed by:

• A skilled workforce
• Business clusters and innovation ecosystems
• Dedicated sites and infrastructure
• Active partnerships across industry, academia and government

Lancashire: Built on Real Strength

Whether you’re expanding, relocating or investing, Lancashire offers competitive advantage at every level – and the partners to make it happen.

Let’s talk about where your business fits.