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The London Advantage
Why LBIC’s London location is one of the best in Europe for start-up and scale-up life science businesses
London is consistently ranked as Europe’s top city for business, making it the preferred destination for enterprising early-stage life science companies. The King’s Cross Knowledge Quarter, in particular, is an exceptional location for bioinnovation, providing unparalleled access to an innovative ecosystem of global pharma companies, leading research institutes, cutting-edge tech and AI giants and venture capital funds, all within walking distance of King’s Cross and St Pancras stations. This proximity offers LBIC clients a significant competitive advantage in the fast-paced life sciences sector.
These highlights showcase London’s status as a world-leading business magnet :
- The London Stock Exchange (LSEG) averages £5 billion in daily turnover, generating a robust financial landscape for investment.
- LSEG hosts more than 450 listed investment funds, attracting a diverse and expansive investor base.
- London’s time zone overlaps with 27 global markets, facilitating international business opportunities.
- Nearly half of the UK’s life sciences companies are based in London and its surrounding regions, ensuring a strong network for collaboration and growth.
- The city is home to four of the world’s top ten universities, creating a continuous pipeline of exciting next gen talent and research.
- With 98 hospitals and NHS Trusts, London has an abundance of clinical resources and potential partnerships for life sciences companies.
- The headquarters for multiple Research Councils and regulatory bodies are located here, ensuring access to vital regulatory guidance.
- The city offers generous R&D tax incentives and financial support programmes for SMEs, encouraging innovation and growth.
- A high-quality labour force is readily available, providing the skilled talent necessary for success in the life sciences sector.
By choosing LBIC, our clients are positioning their business in the heart of a London ecosystem where collaboration and innovation flourish, making it one of the most sought after places in Europe to launch a life science business.
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CEO
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Director of Business Development and Marketing
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Head of Business Services & Events
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Director of Operations