BRIDGWATER businesses have learnt about the benefits of joining the Hinkley Supply Chain at a recent event held at The Victoria Park Community Centre.
The Hinkley Supply Chain team works to help local firms get involved with the mammoth construction project and provide information to existing contractors.
Business representatives from Bridgwater and the wider Somerset area were able to network before hearing from Scott Jenkins, the project manager.
He discussed how his team manages the local supply chain and registered suppliers and explained some of the benefits of joining the Hinkley Supply Chain, giving a overview of the process and some of the things to expect when signing up.
Kinga Grabarczyk & Sophie Davenport from Sedgemoor District Council (SDC) were also present to offer support and advice.
The district council works closely its with partners to ensure Sedgemoor businesses are best placed to win contracts and create a long-lasting legacy.
The event was organised in partnership between the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce, SDC and Somerset Chamber of Commerce.
Bridgwater Chamber Manager, Diogo Rodrigues said, “The Hinkley Point C project has created so many opportunities for local businesses and it was great to hear from some of those present about their successful journey through the supply chain to date.
“This is an enormous project which has seen some £4 billion spent directly with companies based in the south west and the employment opportunities have been huge, with some 22,000 people working on this project across the UK.
“The project has brought some significant economic benefits to the local area and will continue to do so”.
He added: “If you’re a local business that hasn’t made the most of the opportunities from Hinkley Point C, then now is the time to sign up”.
If you’re interested in finding out about the opportunities available to your business then register online on www.hinkleysupplychain.co.uk or call the team on 01823 443425 for more information.
For more information about Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce's upcoming events, visit www.bridgwaterchamber.org.uk/chambers-events.
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