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, Bombardier 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:
Property Owned by Derby City Council
If you are interested in property owned by Derby City Council please go to our Council Land and Properties page.
Invest in Derby
We also provide a one-stop shop service for companies looking to invest in Derby - see the Invest in Derby website. 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:
*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.