Business in Stoke-on-Trent

Businesses in Stoke-on-Trent have an international reputation for creative excellence and world-class products, exporting to every corner of the world. The city is located in the heart of the North Midlands. It is easy to get to from the UK's motorway and railway networks, and is within an hour of three international airports.

The city's diverse economy boasts a range of traditional and modern industries, from Michelin, which has made the city its UK administrative headquarters, to Caudwell Communications, which has its national headquarters in the city. The city boasts a growing service sector, with a number of large national companies choosing to site their call centres and administrative bases here. Our changing economy will continue to support the area’s economic growth.

Stoke-on-Trent's ceramics industry draws thousands of tourists to the city every year and is home to the world's leading ceramic producers such as Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Steelite, Dudson, Portmeirion and Spode.

Economic Development is high on the our agenda. These pages tell you about the initiatives taken by the council to support new and existing businesses in Stoke-on-Trent. The city offers investors an excellent location, with business property and land for development.

An example of the City's expertise is the renowned