Derby has a rich manufacturing history and a reputation as an engineering centre of excellence. Although manufacturing is still a significant force in the city, a growing number of people are working in the service sector. The emerging creative industries are bringing diversity and vitality to the local economy.

The city is home to major international companies such as Rolls-Royce, Royal Crown Derby and Toyota. Pride Park, an award winning brownfield* regeneration scheme, is home to companies such as Internet bank Egg and Interfleet Technology.

Services for Business

We deliver many services for businesses and these are all listed on the left hand side of this page. Or you can use these links:

Land and premises
Grants and loans
Planning
Advice for businesses
Business Information Service
Inward Investment
Accommodation, venues and transport
Licensing
Trading Standards and Consumer Advice
Environmental Health and Safety
Commercial Waste and recycling
Business Rates
Tendering for Council business
Business Continuity Planning
Parking Permits

Smoke Free Legislation

 

Locate in Derby

We also provide a one-stop shop service for companies looking to invest in Derby through Locate in Derby. This includes help and information for companies already in the city, as well as those relocating to the area.

Other Agencies

We work closely with other organisations in Derby to support businesses. These include:

Derby Cityscape

East Midlands Development Agency

Derby City Partnership

Derbyshire Chamber and Business Link

*Brownfield definition: In city planning, brownfield land (or simply a brownfield) is unused commercial or industrial property or land, that might be contaminated by low amounts of hazardous waste or pollution and has the potential to be reused once it is cleaned up.