The local economy

The Borough has a growing economy, and is home to a 400 company strong marine energy supply chain with over 50 years of offshore experience. Funding has been sourced through the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership with two sites, South Denes and Beacon Park gaining Enterprise Zone status helping to grow and develop business for the Borough.

You can read the profile of the Borough, which covers:

• the local economy
• the labour market
• local demographics

Our Economic strategy sets out the Council's approach with partners to supporting the growth of the local economy until 2025. The strategy outlines the key sectors best placed to deliver new jobs in the borough, the exciting infrastructure and investment prospects, and the challenges being addressed.

The main industries in Great Yarmouth

Alongside tourism, they are:

• oil and gas, including decommissioning
• offshore wind
• port and logistics
• advanced manufacturing and engineering
• marine science and surveying
• boat building and repair