The new industrial revolution
UK manufacturing revolution: Net zero and AI drive new factory demand, reshaping industrial property landscape.
- Jon Sleeman
- Oliver Jones
- Melinda Cross
- Richard Yendle
Download our exclusive research report to:
- Gain insight into how the net zero transition and AI are driving a new industrial revolution in the UK, reshaping manufacturing demand and locations.
- Understand the emerging opportunities in renewable energy, decarbonisation, and green product manufacturing that will impact industrial and logistics property demand.
- Learn about the new geography of UK manufacturing, including the growing importance of ports and industrial clusters.
Seismic shift in manufacturing
The dawn of a new industrial revolution is upon us, reshaping the UK's manufacturing landscape and promising to redefine the country's economic future. This isn't just about robots and automation – it's a seismic shift driven by two powerful forces: the urgent transition to net zero and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.
Manufacturing’s critical role
Picture this: a United Kingdom where manufacturing, far from being a relic of the past, underpins a staggering 20-25% of total economic output and jobs. This sector, often underestimated, is poised to play a pivotal role in the nation's green transformation.
Rise of green products
As we race towards a net zero future, the demand for "green products" is exploding. From massive wind turbines rising from the sea to cutting-edge battery technologies powering our vehicles, UK manufacturing is at the heart of this revolution. Factories are springing up in unexpected places – coastal towns finding new life as hubs for offshore wind production, and former industrial heartlands reimagined as clean energy powerhouses.
AI-driven innovation
But this isn't just about where we make things – it's about how we make them. Artificial intelligence is turbocharging innovation, helping us design more efficient products, optimise energy use, and even predict maintenance needs before problems arise. Smart factories, bristling with sensors and interconnected systems, are becoming the new normal.
Planning for the future
This is more than an economic shift; it's a chance to rebalance the UK, creating high-quality jobs in regions that have long felt left behind. It's an opportunity to lead in the technologies that will define the 21st century.
The new industrial revolution is here, and it's painting a future where the UK's manufacturing prowess isn't just preserved – it's supercharged for a sustainable, high-tech era. For investors, developers, and policymakers, the message is clear: the time to plan for this transformative wave is now.
Download the full report below to better understand how the new industrial revolution is reshaping the UK's manufacturing landscape and its implications for industrial property demand and development.
