baglan-energy-park/ workforce

Based on 45 minutes to work catchment only.

Population Figures (Area Population 1.3 million)

490,000 working population

31,000 available workforce

Neath Port Talbot Working Population

Male 29,900

Female 24,100

Employees in Employment

Neath Port Talbot - 40,000

	Neath Port Talbot	Great Britain
Employment in Manufacturing	31.7%	15.1%
Employment in Service Sectors	58.5%	78.8%

Source: Annual Business Inquirey 2000

Occupational Structure

Average Full-Time Gross Weekly Earnings,

April 1998 (£)

Male 438.3
Female 284.8
All 391.9

Source: New Earnings Survey 1998

Amongst 67% of 50 international investors, absenteeism is less than 2%
92% of these felt that their workforce met or exceeded their requirements in terms of productivity, enthusiasm and willingness to change.
67% of 50 international investors in Wales have a workforce turnover of less then 2%

Source: Coopers & Lybrand Survey

Average Working Days lost per 1,000 Employees

Wales 2
UK 12

Source: Labour Market Trends, July 1998 ONS



	Osprey Metals, part of the Swedish group Sandvik, specialises in the development and manufacture of unique products in advanced alloys for a range of specialist global markets including defence, aerospace, automotive and electronics sectors. At their Neath base, Osprey Metals has developed metals research and production facilities which are unique in Europe. "Osprey has grown steadily over the past two decades and has kept pace with major technological developments in the advanced metals field. This has been supported by the ability and dedication of the workfoce to adapt to new technologies. We have also benefited from expert business advice and assistance from the local support agencies and are grateful for their continued commitment which creates a positive impression with our international customers." Dr. Gwyn Brooks Managing Director Osprey Metals Ltd.