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Smart Connections: Transport
Around the world, countries, states, cities and regions are fighting a
fierce battle for investment spend and this report examines the role that transport plays in this fight. Written by Professor Austin Smyth, Head of the Department of Transport Studies at the Westminster University, the findings are supported by the opinions of over 300 senior international business people, surveyed by YouGov. Click here to download a PDF copy (8MB).
Purfleet
One of the Thames Gateway’s largest and most ambitious projects, the regeneration of Purfleet aims to transform this riverside town into a vibrant creative and business centre and is already home to Unilever, one of the world's leading suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods.
Purfleet – Unilever
Purfleet is home to Unilever, one of the world's leading suppliers of fast-moving consumer goods. The company’s ‘Spreads Plant’ is located in central Purfleet and is a key component of the company’s manufacturing network.


