Business Sectors

Cornwall's businesses are thriving across the whole economic spectrum. But in recent years a number of sectors have achieved particularly strong growth, with rapidly developing business clusters focused around world-class centres of excellence.

To find out more about why companies in these areas are performing so well in Cornwall, follow the links below.

ADVANCED ENGINEERING & AEROSPACE INDUSTRY
Some of the UK's most technically advanced engineering and aerospace companies are developing ground-breaking new technologies in Cornwall. 

ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY 
Rising to the challenge of building a more sustainable future, Cornwall enjoys an outstanding reputation in the environmental technology sector. 

FOOD & DRINK INDUSTRY 
Superb natural produce, culinary flair and highly developed marketing skills: a recipe for outstanding success in the food and drinks industry. 

IT & MEDIA INDUSTRY
Drawing on some of Britain's best young talent, Cornwall's creative media, IT and new media industries are achieving national and international recognition. 

MARINE ENGINEERING INDUSTRY
A wealth of skills and experience is enabling marine engineering and marine-related companies to come up with innovative solutions to new challenges.

MEDICAL & HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY
New initiatives have created an exceptionally supportive environment for biotech and other medical and healthcare related businesses.