The Antrim and Newtownabbey Council unveiled a new investment proposition, titled 'Antrim Newtownabbey: AN Investment that delivers,' at a Westminster Investment Showcase attended by over 120 investors and stakeholders from three MPs' offices.

Alongside the proposition, the council launched a dedicated investment website and brochure outlining opportunities, development sites, and available support to drive economic growth in the area.

The investment proposition positions the region for growth by emphasizing dual-market access, lower operating costs, and targeted investments in manufacturing, infrastructure, and development locations.

Officials highlighted Northern Ireland’s unique dual market access to both GB and EU markets, offering manufacturers favorable movement of goods to both sides.

The event underscored the €100 million Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) as a flagship project opening in spring 2026 to support regional innovation and growth.

The Mayor, Councillor Leah Kirkpatrick, and other local leaders stressed the compelling investment case, including dual-market access, lower costs, and robust infrastructure and transport links.

Leaders including Mayor Kirkpatrick and Chair of the Economic Development Committee highlighted a strong value proposition with dual access, reduced operating costs, and active investments in manufacturing, infrastructure, and prime development sites.

Participants heard from junior ministers, representatives from the British Business Bank, Belfast International Airport, AMIC, MIVAN, and the council’s investment team about the region’s opportunities.

The event showcased collaboration with key partners and contributors to promote Northern Ireland’s dual access markets and regional investment package.

The proposition targets growth in advanced manufacturing, logistics and supply chain management, aerospace, and health and life sciences, with 100 hectares of employment land available and more to come via the Local Development Plan and a Call for Sites through February.

The Local Development Plan process and Call for Sites invite landowners and stakeholders to submit land for economic and residential uses across the Borough.

The overall plan leverages Northern Ireland’s dual access to EU and GB markets to drive sector growth and investment.