Oceansgate was the site of the first naval dockyard in Plymouth and one of the first stone-built dry docks in the world, completed in 1698 and remaining largely unchanged until the 19th century. The dockyard continued to expand to the north covering four miles of waterfront and is now the largest naval base in Western Europe. Its strong maritime heritage and cutting-edge research and development attracts a growing network of scientific, advanced engineering and high-tech manufacturing companies.
This exciting industry cluster, allied to world-leading universities, boasts a highly skilled workforce, significant business support and attractive relocation sites.
Successful companies such as ASV, Babcock, Burgess Marine, Magma Structures, Princess Yachts International, Rolls Royce Marine Electrical Systems and Valeport choose the area for their operations. There is also a significant Ministry of Defence presence which also offers supply chain opportunities.
Plymouth is a globally recognised centre of excellence for marine science with research institutions such as Plymouth University, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, Marine Biological Association and Sir Alister Hardy Foundation for Ocean Science providing world-class research facilities
Phase 1
Endeavour House, the three-storey office building at the entrance to the site has been designed with flexibility in mind, and the floor layout can be subdivided to meet individual needs.
Endurance Court, the two terraces of business space units close to the entrance of the site have been designed with flexibility in mind and the buildings can be sub-divided to meet individual occupiers’ specific size requirements.
Phase 2
Linked to Phase 1 we will also have space suitable for design companies and consultants. Light, bright and with meeting places. The area will suit a variety of professional marine businesses, light marine manufacturers, CAD specialists and design engineers.
We will also have a café and open air meeting space. Many offices will have spectacular, uninterrupted sea views, including views across the water to Cornwall and the beautiful Rame Peninsula
Phase 3
From 2020, availability of docks, jetties, land, office and industrial space with access to deep water, providing marine occupiers with an excellent environment to invest and grow.
Manufacturing
Oceansgate will enable the creation of state-of-the-art facilities for marine manufacturing, including space for engineering and composites workshops, assembly areas and mobilization.
There will be direct access to the docks from this area allowing businesses to engage and share ideas.
The main campus car park for 300 cars will be sited in this area.
Deployment
Oceansgate’s three docks are suitable for many marine industry dockside operations and will offer marine specialist companies a unique expansion opportunity. The dry dock facilities can be reinstated and the site has the capacity to undertake deep water testing.
Dimensions
The three docks range from 83m to 145m long and between 29m and 30m wide.
