Why is Kent the best choice for your business?
Whatever stage of growth your business is in, Invest Kent has the expert knowledge and access to the local intelligence you’ll need to ensure a fast, successful business move. What’s more our services are completely free.
Speak to one of our advisors today to get all your questions answered – from land availability, planning advice and skills programmes to help accessing grants and business funding.
You’ll be joining the likes of Amazon, Givaudan, BAE Systems, Batchelors, and Taittinger as well as some of the fastest growing start-ups who have already made Kent their home.
Our focus is on maximising the many assets we have here in Kent. Over the years the quality of local produce in the county has grown considerably and this has contributed massively to our success
Stefano Cuomo
Managing Director, Macknades
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Office space in Kent
From converted factories to purpose built high-spec hubs there is an abundance of unique offices and strategic employment development land in Kent. You’ll find well-known spaces such as the Maidstone TV Studios at Vinters Business Park, the Ashford Commercial Quarter, the Joiners Shop at The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, and the Creative Quarter in Folkestone to name just a few. With many more locations offering flexible and modern office space, you’ll be sure to find something to suit you on our commercial property database.
Industrial space in Kent
Purpose built business parks with flexible units and access to primary road networks can be found across Kent. With industrial units that can grow and expand as you do, you’ll have plenty of choice. Larger industrial parks include Waterbrook Park and Orbital Park in Ashford, 20/20 Business Park in Maidstone, Innovation Park Medway and Chatham Maritime in Medway. We also have a number of strategic sites coming online, including major new logistics space at Panattoni Logistics Park in Aylesford and Loc8 at Junction 8 of the M20 at Maidstone. Whatever size you need, Kent will have it covered.
Coworking space in Kent
The way we work has changed. Hot desking and finding your own tribe have become more important than ever, and thankfully never been easier. With new co-working spaces opening across the county from Fruitworks in Canterbury to Dragon Coworking in Rochester and the Corn Store at the Coachworks in Ashford, freelancers and small teams can now find their ideal hub in the heart of vibrant town centre. Perfect if you’re looking for an escape from your home office or want to work in a collaborative environment, or simply just have a Zoom call without the kids in the background.
Laboratory space in Kent
With a long-standing reputation as a key location for research and scientific discovery, Kent now has three science parks where life science businesses can thrive: Kent Science Park in Sittingbourne, Discovery Park in Sandwich, and Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone. The county has the space for the full cycle of production from state-of-the-art lab space to high grade GMP cleanroom manufacturing, all there to help you make your next discovery more easily.
Contracts Engineering
It’s been a story of rapid growth under the ownership of Troy and Catherine Barratt with inward investment support playing a key role in launching the company’s next chapter of success.
AbBaltis
In 2010, science entrepreneur Giedre Brandao wanted to set up a business. It became a reality that year. With just £600 to launch in vitro diagnostics research company AbBaltis, location was key.
TPS Global Logistics
TPS Global Logistics are a leading global logistics service provider for e-commerce and time-critical cargo industries.
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