Business & Economic Development |  


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IDAS plays a key role in raising the Gross Value Added (GVA) of Manchester through increasing levels of private sector investment and innovation, raising productivity and supporting job creation. 
These objectives are achieved through targeting key markets and sectors. MIDAS also provides a comprehensive, confidential and free package of advice and assistance for potential investors and location consultants. Services are available to national and international companies that wish to relocate to, or expand within the Manchester City Region. 
Priorities for Manchester 
MIDAS business development work corresponds to the Regional Economic Strategy and the city region priority sectors, with the team structure focusing on: 
Financial and Professional Services 
The Creative, Digital, Media and ICT industries 
Public Sector Relocation 
Outsourcing 
Aviation and Supply Chain 
Advanced Manufacturing 
Food and Drink Manufacturing and Processing 
Transport and Logistics 
Life Sciences and Biomedical 
Strategic Retail and Leisure/Hotels 
Shared Service Centres 
Data Centres 

Manchester: an international showcase 
MIDAS also promotes Manchester as a leading European business location, setting the city region in its context as being part of a blossoming Northwest economy and positioning Manchester as an alternative for businesses to London and the Southeast.