Chemicals Northwest is the industry led support organisation driving strategic and sustainable development with over 800 chemistry using industries, making England’s Northwest the largest region for chemical manufacture in the UK. Employing 51,000 highly skilled people and supporting a further 150,000 in specialist services, the industry is a vital part of the regional economy, contributing around £10 billion each year and exporting 60% of sales. Working with companies and other partners, Chemicals Northwest delivers projects based on key themes of skills, sustainable development, innovation and image. The Chemistry-using Sector Directory is an annual publication listing companies associated with the regional industry from core-manufacturing to technical services.
