Essex County Council and its partners are investing funding and resources to assist new and existing companies with information, advice and support covering a whole range of critical business issues. Together we can continue to build on our strengths and ensure that Essex is a great place to do business
The Essex Business Directory is a database of over 10,000 businesses within Essex as well as a guide to the county's key assets and the support services offered by Essex County Council and other agencies. The business directory database is in software form and is free to businesses in Essex, distributed upon request.
INVEST Essex, Essex County Council’s inward investment activity promotes Essex as an outstanding business destination and helps existing and potential investors make the most of our strategic location, thriving business environment, and quality of life.
Essex County Council provides a number of opportunities for businesses of all sizes to identify suitable business premises, including subsidised premises with a range of additional facilities for business start ups.
Essex County Council recognise that companies often need assistance, whether at the start up stage or when they are starting to grow. Different companies require different solutions and there is a range of help available to help your company flourish in Essex.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships provide excellent opportunities for businesses and academic institutions to share expertise and develop innovative and fruitful approaches to business.
Essex Libraries provide a range of support and information services for businesses within Essex. Whether you are thinking of starting a business or growing your business, the library’s Business Information Service (BIS) can help, with a range of free factsheets and information. BIS can also provide services for a small charge, such as tailored mailing lists and a Tenders Alerting service.