RATCLIFFE-ON-SOAR

Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station

Redevelopment

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The Ratcliffe-on-Soar site is leading the way in clean energy innovation and advanced manufacturing, transforming from a coal-fired power station into a zero-carbon manufacturing and technology hub.

This redevelopment underscores the East Midlands’ commitment to decarbonisation and sustainable industrial growth.

Why choose Ratcliffe-on-Soar for your business?

A Local Development Order (LDO) is already in place, streamlining the planning process for investors and enabling rapid development.

Tax incentives and simplified customs processes for businesses investing in this dynamic hub.

A 273-hectare redevelopment opportunity

A 273-hectare site, largely within the freeport tax site boundary.

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Excellent connectivity

Excellent connectivity to East Midlands Airport, plus a direct rail freight connection with a capacity of 5 million tonnes annually, as well as being adjacent to East Midlands Parkway station.

Access to existing high capacity utilities

High-capacity utilities infrastructure for industrial and manufacturing needs.

Water extraction

Water extraction rights to support industrial and manufacturing operations.

This transformational project will boost employment opportunities, energy resilience, and investments in regional transport and public amenities, for the benefit of local communities and the wider region.