A planning application for the 1.6m sq ft phase one of Mix Manchester has been submitted by the joint venture partnership behind the UK’s first airport-based science, innovation, and manufacturing campus.

The first phase will include over 70,000 sq ft of flexible mid-tech workspace aimed at pioneering businesses and a 1,500-space multi-storey mobility hub with cycle facilities and ground-floor commercial uses.

The hybrid planning application also includes 500,000 sq ft of medium and large-scale advanced manufacturing space and 600,000 sq ft of R&D, office, lab and hotel uses.

Helen Ratcliffe, Head of Agency and Development at MIX MANCHESTER, said: “The submission of our first planning application follows months of dedication, marking a key step forward in providing cutting-edge innovation and manufacturing space on a high-quality, technology-focused campus, with units scheduled for delivery from Q4 2027.

“By seeking both detailed approval for the initial phase and outline permission for future expansion, we are laying the foundations for our truly transformative development that will support innovative start-ups and growing enterprises and create significant job opportunities within the local economy.”

Mix Manchester is being developed in collaboration by Manchester Airports Group (MAG), Manchester City Council (MCC), Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF), and Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG).