The UK government has just unveiled a new 10-year Industrial Strategy designed to support sustainable growth, particularly in high-potential sectors like clean energy, advanced manufacturing, finance, life sciences, and professional services. If you’re running a UK-based business, this signals fresh opportunities to expand, invest, and access better funding.
Key Highlights
- Energy Subsidies (from 2027): Energy-intensive businesses in manufacturing, chemicals, and steel can expect up to 25% lower electricity bills.
- £2.8bn R&D Boost: Targeted at boosting innovation in advanced manufacturing, defence, clean energy, and tech.
- Clean Energy Push: The government plans to double clean energy investments to over £30 billion annually by 2035.
- Support for Finance & Professional Services: Acknowledged as central to the UK economy and set to receive tailored support .
Sector-by-Sector Opportunities
1. Manufacturing & Advanced Manufacturing
With energy cost reductions and R&D funding, sectors like automotive, aerospace, and chemicals stand to gain from lower operating costs and support for innovation.
2. Clean Energy
Builders, installers, and energy providers can tap into expanded investment, faster grid access, and greener technology innovation.
3. Finance & Professional Services
As highlighted in the strategy, these sectors will see enhanced access to capital and regulatory support—great news for firms planning to grow or support client expansion.
4. Life Sciences & Tech
Funding for AI and health data initiatives signals strong backing for companies in biotech, healthtech, and semiconductors.
Why It Matters to Your Business
Even if your sector isn’t directly mentioned, this strategy shows a broader shift: the government is creating a stable, growth-friendly business environment. That means:
- More access to funding (via grants, loans, and guarantees)
- Easier access to infrastructure (like grid connections and energy subsidies)
- Greater certainty—helping SMEs plan confidently ahead
How Funding Pool Can Help
At Funding Pool, we support UK businesses in accessing finance from over 50 trusted lenders. Whether you’re upgrading your plant, hiring staff, or investing in new sectors, we can help you secure:
- Government-backed loans via the Growth Guarantee Scheme (up to £2m, no personal guarantee under £250k)
- Asset finance, unsecured loans, MCAs, and short-term facilities – tailored to your business’s stage and sector
Next Steps for Your Business
- Pinpoint your sector opportunity – Is energy cost relief or R&D funding in scope for you?
- Review your funding needs – Investment? Cash flow? Expansion?
- Get independent advice – We can help you navigate these options without pressure.
Ready to take advantage of this moment? Contact us for a no-obligation chat about funding that aligns with your growth plan.
Sources: Reuters, The Guardian
