Welsh Industrial Clusters
Wales’ regional industrial clusters are tight-knit ecosystems where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability converge; forming the very backbone of Wales’ industrial landscape.
Explore our clusters
Net Zero Industry Wales is the governing body of Wales’ growing number of regional industrial clusters and place-based Industrial Hubs. These are the South Wales Industrial Cluster (SWIC) and North East Wales Industrial Decarbonisation Cluster (NEWID), as well as established hubs like The Milford Haven Energy Cluster and Deeside Decarbonisation Forum.
Each Cluster’s regional commitment to innovation, collaboration, and responsible industrial practices underscores our wider strategic mission — to achieve a carbon-neutral future for Wales.
Welsh’ Industrial Clusters are at the regional helms of this critical endeavor, where industry and sustainability go hand in hand. Together, they’re paving the way towards a cleaner, more sustainable future for Welsh industry.
Explore the unique approaches and aspirations of each Cluster — and the work of the innovative Industrial Hubs they support, below.
SWIC
South Wales Industrial Cluster
SWIC is a South Wales partnership between Welsh industry, energy suppliers, infrastructure providers, academia, legal sector, service providers and public sector organisations committed to a greener economy. SWIC’s main aim is achieving net zero and at the same time reversing the decline of heavy industry in South Wales, creating economic prosperity for Wales.
NZIW and SWIC are working to support the development of net zero manufacturing in the UK by developing low carbon electricity, hydrogen and CCUS infrastructure in Wales. Their work will encourage investment in new, low-carbon technologies that will inspire research, innovation and attract inwards investment from both the UK and abroad.
About SWICSWIC
NEWID
North East Wales Industrial Decarbonisation cluster
Though in the early stages of development, the North East Wales Industrial Cluster shows immense promise. This cluster is driven by its commitment to fostering collaboration among diverse, cross-sector players, from heavy industry to manufacturing.
About NE Wales Industrial ClusterNEWID
Research and development partnerships
Our strategic research and development partnerships underpin our dedication to sustainable innovation — shaping the trajectory of Welsh industry toward a more environmentally conscious future.
About our research and development partnerships