LIVERPOOL

THE UK’S HOME FOR INNOVATIVE SMEs

Innovation is set to be at the heart of Liverpool City Region’s future economic growth, underpinned by LCR Innovation Zone funding, with a high-quality pipeline of talent coming through our universities and colleges, producing skilled innovators across a range of fields.

The UK’s second-largest regional economy, Liverpool’s business ecosystem supports growth in the creative and digital sectors, with over 20,000 professionals working across 4,000 companies, which is expected to grow by more than 10% by 2028. Established business networks, lower living expenses than comparable cities, a vibrant arts scene and booming visitor economy create an appealing location for start-ups and scale-ups alike.

To ensure SMEs stay, employ and grow here, it’s crucial to have a wide range of spaces to meet every ambition. Businesses don’t just need an office; they need a launchpad, a collaboration space and somewhere their teams want to be.

This dynamic underlines our approach at Bruntwood Sci-Tech and is evidenced through our Liverpool buildings, and those owned by Sciontec, our development partnership with Liverpool City Council, the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University.

The Plaza, our landmark building in Old Hall Street, is now a hub for innovationled businesses following a £3.7 million renovation that has created a space where collaboration and big ideas come to life. It now offers a range of offices, meeting rooms and event spaces, plus the acclaimed Scandinavian-inspired restaurant NORD.

At Cotton Exchange and Cotton House, we have preserved the buildings’ historical essence while introducing modern amenities tailored for creative and digital businesses. Flexible workspace options with ultra-fast broadband mean businesses have the infrastructure to thrive in today’s digital landscape.

Large event spaces, rooftop terraces, a fitness studio, cycle hubs and greenery throughout support a balanced work-life environment, helping companies attract and retain top talent while stimulating creativity.

Developments such as Liverpool Science Park, CENTRAL TECH and The Spine in Knowledge Quarter Liverpool offer further opportunities for businesses to collaborate with academic institutions, leverage cutting-edge research and access peer support.

As demonstrated at our recent Mersey Makers Market event, the city region has a thriving innovation ecosystem and we look forward to continuing to play our part in building its future.