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Heart of the South West LEP Annual Conference

10th December 20192nd December 2019 by Rob Stevens

Our CEO, Martin Bellamy spoke to over 300 delegates at The Heart of the South West LEP Annual Conference.

The overarching themes of the Local Industrial strategy covered during the conference were Clean growth and inclusive growth; ensuring that increased productivity is sustainable and that prosperity benefits the whole of the community.

Gravity is proud to be the first UK project to receive public funds for infrastructure from a local enterprise partnership.

Martin spoke about the incredible opportunities on the horizon, with Gravity well positioned to become a regional catalyst for Clean Growth.

We’re pleased with continued support from the Heart of the South West LEP, which has enabled our journey to progress so rapidly. I was honored to speak to the LEP’s network, I look forward to the next opportunity to update them on our progress
Martin Bellamy

Martin Bellamy: Sedgemoor Business Conference

10th December 201925th November 2019 by Rob Stevens

Our CEO, Martin Bellamy, will be speaking at the upcoming ‘Well Connected for Growth, organised by Sedgemoor District Council, held on December 6th.

The conference will be an opportunity to learn about the potential for growth across the region and in particular along the M5 corridor.

Martin Bellamy will be speaking about the future growth of Gravity and the hopes for it becoming a beacon for the developing clean growth economy in the South West.

To book tickets for this event click here.

Claire Pearce: Planning for Future Prosperity

25th September 202025th November 2019 by Rob Stevens

Director of Economic Development, Claire Pearce, will be speaking at the upcoming ‘Planning for Future Prosperity‘ conference organised by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), held on December 3rd.

The seminar will examine the contribution of planning to meeting the needs of a rapidly changing economy and explore how planning can encourage innovation and sustainable growth in the face of the ‘fourth industrial revolution’.

Claire Pearce will share the lessons which can be learnt from her experience of leading the planning team which thought strategically about the social and economic benefits to the wider community and how this can now be integrated into a positive legacy through ongoing economic transformation via the Gravity project.

To book tickets for this event click here.

Q&A Drop-in 4th December

14th February 202028th October 2019 by Rob Stevens

Want to understand more about work happening at Gravity? Be sure to join us for our Q&A community drop-in session.

Gravity and our appointed contractors, Alun Griffiths are hosting an informative drop-in session on the latest developments of the Link Road and on hand to answer your questions.

37 club – 4th December

3pm and 7pm

The 37 Club (TA7 8AD)

Please join us – you do not need to register in advance.

A look back at ROF Bridgwater – 13th Nov

24th October 20193rd October 2019 by Rob Stevens

Gravity Heritage Event - A look back at ROF 37 Bridgwater - 13th November

Gravity invites the local communities to join us in discovering the rich heritage of the Royal Ordnance Factory.

To remember ROF Bridgwater, Sedgemoor District Council (SDC) and the South West Heritage Trust (SWHT) are inviting you to share your memories to ensure the legacy lives on.

The South West Heritage Trust is looking to create a living historical record of what life was like working in an industry that played a vital part in the manufacturing of defence materials during the Second World War. The project aims to gather as much information as possible to create a historical record of what life was like for those who lived and worked in this important local industry. ’ They are actively looking for photos and other memorabilia.

At the session you can find out how to be part of this project. You will also hear from Gravity, the new owners of the site and their plans to once again make the former ROF Bridgwater area an integral part of the community.

To register your attendance click here or scan the QR code below.

If you would like any further information on the event, please email SWHT.

A look back at ROF Bridgwater – 9th Nov

23rd October 20193rd October 2019 by Rob Stevens

Gravity Heritage Event - A look back at ROF 37 Bridgwater - 9th November

Gravity invites the local communities to join us in discovering the rich heritage of the Royal Ordnance Factory.

To remember ROF Bridgwater, Sedgemoor District Council (SDC) and the South West Heritage Trust (SWHT) are inviting you to share your memories to ensure the legacy lives on.

To register your attendance click here or scan the QR code below.

If you would like any further information on the event, please email SWHT.

Q&A Drop-in 8th August

2nd October 2019 by Rob Stevens

37 club – 8th August

Gravity and our appointed contractors, Alun Griffiths, hosted a local drop-in session. We were thrilled with the reception we received. Our representative on the ground, Paul Lowndes was answering queries about the access road.

There will be regular drop in sessions as the road progresses, so please watch this space.

Q&A Drop-in 16th October

10th October 20192nd October 2019 by Rob Stevens

37 club – 16th October

Gravity and our appointed contractors, Alun Griffiths are hosting an informative drop-in session on the latest developments of the Link Road and on hand to answer and questions.

16th October – 3pm and 7pm

The 37 Club (TA7 8AD)

Please join us – you do not need to register in advance.

Festival for Sustainable Business

10th December 201920th September 2019 by Rob Stevens

17th September 2019 – Gravity attended the inaugural Festival of Sustainable Business hosted by the Future Economy Network.

The Festival Gala Dinner was the Grand Finalé to the Festival of Sustainable Business which celebrated the great work being done across the region by businesses who are progressing on their sustainability journey.

Martin spoke of the positive impact that Gravity will have on the local economy and the driving catalyst for the regions goal to become a hub for Clean Growth.

It was encouraging to meet such a plethora of pan-sector businesses who are making significant inroads towards sustainability, which is becoming an ever more important target, Gravity looks forward to attending similar events.

Martin Bellamy

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