Choose Sandwell
Choose Sandwell
In the heart of the West Midlands, Sandwell has a rich cultural heritage and a diverse economy. Thanks to a pro-business council, a skilled workforce and excellent transport links, Sandwell is an ideal place to do business.
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Start up
Start up
With a £6.5bn annual economy and a young, diverse workforce, Sandwell is the most productive borough in the Black Country. Our central location is ideal: next to Birmingham and with 90 per cent of the population of England and Wales within two hours’ drive. Let’s go.
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Grow
Grow
When you’re planning to expand your team or premises, access new markets, acquire other businesses, reduce costs, or launch new products and services, Sandwell Council’s Business Growth Team is here to help you succeed.
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Run your business
Run your business
Whether you need growth and innovation advice, day-to-day support with running your business, or relocation services within our brilliant borough, Sandwell Business Growth has you covered with expert advice and signposting to helpful resources.
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Get finance
Whether you’re funding a business venture for the first time or using smart financing to help your company grow, our experienced advisers support you to fulfil your business ambitions. Ask us about finding and applying for the right finance to meet your business needs now.
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Transport and logistics

Over 1,340

transport and logistics businesses in Sandwell

10,200+ jobs

across land transport, postal and courier activities and warehousing and support

Five

motorway junctions feeding into the M5 and M6

Over 90%

of England and Wales' population is less than two hours' drive away

Why Sandwell?

Sandwell’s excellent road and rail links make our borough the perfect location for your national distribution operations. Also, Birmingham Airport is only fifteen miles away, offering great international freight opportunities for exporters.

Your company … in great company

DPD, the UK’s leading parcel delivery brand, has its corporate head office in Smethwick, Sandwell.

Did you know?

Tipton-based KMB Shipping won a Queen’s Award for Enterprise, in the international trade category. The freight forwarding company had grown its sales year on year for six years, from £139,000 to £1.1m.

Talk to the Sandwell Business Growth Team

For development, property or growth support with your transport or logistics business in Sandwell, contact our Enterprise Development Officer.

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