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Major expansion for Rolls Royce in Chichester

Thursday, 9 January 2025 06:00

By Philip Keeler @keeler_philip

Chichester's economy is poised for a substantial boost, thanks to Rolls Royce's plans to expand its facility.

The luxury car manufacturer has announced a major investment of £300 million to construct five new buildings at its Goodwood site.

Initially, the Goodwood facility employed around 300 people, but it has now expanded to 2,500.

This expansion represents the largest capital spend since the plant's launch on the 1^st of January 2003.

This is the next step in the company’s commitment to creating value for clients by handcrafting the most complex, personal, and valuable luxury goods.

Chris Brownridge, Chief Executive, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars: “In 2024, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars reaffirmed its position as an authentic luxury house by crafting the most complex, personal, and valuable motor cars in its history. This momentum means it is necessary for us to invest more than £300 million in extending the Home of Rolls-Royce. This represents our most substantial financial commitment to Goodwood since its opening in 2003 and a significant vote of confidence in the Rolls-Royce marque, securing our future here in the UK. 2024’s record Bespoke results demonstrate our clients are increasingly drawn to the marque to create ever more ambitious and valuable motor cars, thereby enjoying the exceptional and highly personalised experience that Rolls-Royce ownership unlocks. This underscores our commitment to creating value for our clients and those with a stake in our business.”

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