For more information contact Victoria Clark
The city that built the world famous Flying Scotsman and Mallard is today established as one of the most important rail hubs in the UK and at the centre of developing the next generation of rail skills and expertise.
Rail has been a major part of Doncaster’s economy for over 150 years; companies based in Doncaster benefit from easy access to the rail industry with an unrivalled combination of location, established supply chain, skilled workforce and world-class training facilities.
With a long history of representation from rail freight operators, rolling stock suppliers, power supply and distribution, infrastructure maintenance and the operational railway, the sector continues to diversify in line with the emerging requirements for the industry.
Doncaster’s multi-modal transport connectivity offers excellent access cost benefits of being based in South Yorkshire to major conurbations, coastal ports and other parts of the UK and beyond, linking east to west and north to south.
"Doncaster, the rail innovation centre of the UK provides a fantastic location for our business. Having wellconnected transport links and access to a strong pool of talented people enables us to deliver an effective world-wide service."
Josh Jackson
Managing Director, Dual Inventive Ltd
The iPort rail terminal is an international bonded intermodal development which offers secure modern rail freight handling facilities.
From bespoke mega-warehouses on an accelerated programme, to speculative units for immediate occupation, iPort offers logistics space built to suit your business.
Amazon, CEVA Logistics, Euro Pool System, Fellowes, Lidl, Woodland Group and Maritime are already thriving on site.
Infrastructure is already in place for this 6 million sq ft logistics site operating 24/7 with great multimodal connectivity and strong demographics.
Take a whistle-stop tour of Doncaster’s growing rail cluster and the see the benefits of getting on-board if you are a business looking to invest in the thriving rail sector
Business Doncaster is the first point of contact for any business looking to locate in Doncaster and for businesses already here.
The breadth and depth of our bespoke business support offer, and the strength of the relationships between our partner organisations and businesses, is a real source of pride. It exemplifies the commitment of our businesses towards the aim of making Doncaster the best place to do business.
We have a passionate and knowledgeable investment team. Whether you are seeking assistance with property search or support with recruitment, help is at hand.
Business SupportFor more information contact Victoria Clark
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