More than 160 people in Somerset recently gathered to hear progress updates on a major new development.
The updates focused on the Agratas battery manufacturing facility, which will be the UK’s largest battery plant.
The event, a business breakfast hosted by Somerset Chamber of Commerce, featured speakers from Agratas and contractors Sir Robert McAlpine, NG Bailey and TClarke.
Nick Cooper, community engagement manager at Agratas, said: "It was wonderful to see so many people interested in Agratas and the possibilities our new battery manufacturing facility will bring to Somerset.
"It truly is an important development and investment in the area, and it’s been a great opportunity to update the community on our progress and what’s still yet to come, alongside our local business community."
Attendees heard updates on construction progress and skills support from UCS College Group to prepare young people for future employment at the site.
The multi-billion-pound facility is already supporting more than 2,200 direct jobs and an estimated 7,500 supply chain roles during construction.
Once fully operational, the factory is expected to support around 4,000 direct jobs and generate more than £700m in annual economic value for the South West.
David Crew, managing director of Somerset Chamber of Commerce, said: "Somerset has many skilled and talented businesses who are ready to help deliver this exciting project.
"Our business breakfast was a sell-out and gave attendees a fantastic opportunity to hear directly from the main contractors and to find more about progress and opportunities on site.
"Somerset Chamber is looking forward to continuing to support local businesses, Agratas and its partners to mobilise and deliver this transformative project."
This was the second sold-out business breakfast with Agratas organised by Somerset Chamber this year.
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