A Strong & Established Business Base

With over 11,000 businesses already calling Trafford home, the borough offers excellent opportunities to tap into a well-established supply chain and customer base.

Europe’s first industrial business park, Trafford Park continues to be a hub for industry and employment, housing around 1,300 businesses and serving as Trafford’s principal employment centre.

Trafford’s business landscape is diverse, with finance and professional services being the largest sector in terms of employment. Other key sectors include manufacturing, creative and digital industries, logistics, and retail. Global brands located in Trafford include Amazon, GXO, Proctor and Gamble, and Adidas.

The borough also boasts several emerging development areas, offering new opportunities for investment and business growth. New Carrington, one of the largest development sites in the North West, will bring forward 350,000 square metres of employment space.