London, UK – 17 Sept, 2025  – A historic investment package between the United Kingdom and the United States promises to deliver an unprecedented boost to the UK economy, following the announcement of more than £150 billion in UK-bound investments during the recent US State Visit. Characterised as the largest commercial arrangement ever secured during such an occasion, these commitments underscore the depth and vitality of the UK-US economic relationship and mark new horizons for growth, jobs, and regional development.

Major UK-US Investment Package: Historic Commitments

The agreements feature the largest collective sum ever pledged in connection with a State Visit. The government heralds the initiative as central to the UK’s Plan for Change, reinforcing Britain’s position as an attractive global destination for investment. In the coming years, this package of US private sector investments is set to create more than 7,600 high-quality jobs, drive regional economic development, and deliver a new wave of opportunities for working people across all regions of the United Kingdom.

Job Creation and Regional Impact

The investment surge will create 1,000 new jobs in Belfast, with a further 6,000 roles spanning Glasgow, Warrington, the Midlands, and the North-East. Major projects include new apprenticeships in clean energy and expanded career opportunities in life sciences, biotech, and artificial intelligence. These contributions are anticipated to revitalise local communities, support regional regeneration, and help accelerate the UK’s ambitions in advanced sectors identified within the Modern Industrial Strategy.

Flagship US Investments

Several landmark investments were unveiled:

  • Blackstone has committed £100 billion over the next decade, representing the largest single pledge in the package.
  • Prologis will invest £3.9 billion into life sciences and advanced manufacturing, including upgrades to the Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal, supporting jobs across Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire.
  • Palantir’s investment of up to £1.5 billion aims to cement the UK’s position in defence innovation and is expected to create 350 skilled roles.
  • Amentum has announced £150 million in funding, expanding its UK workforce by over 50% and creating more than 3,000 jobs from Glasgow to Warrington and the Midlands.
  • Boeing will convert two 737 aircraft in Birmingham for the US Air Force, marking the first USAF aircraft constructed in the UK in over fifty years and generating 150 high-skilled jobs.
  • STAX, a US engineering firm, has made a £37 million commitment to expand its UK operations and pioneer emissions-reducing port technology.
  • Substantial capital is also being directed into UK-based R&D and startups in key sectors such as biotech, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing.

Public and Private Sector Reflections

In an official press release, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated, "When we back British brilliance, champion our world-class industries, and forge deeper global alliances — especially with friends like the US — we help shape the future for generations to come and make people across the country better off. These investments are a testament to Britain’s economic strength and a bold signal that our country is open, ambitious, and ready to lead. Jobs, growth and opportunity is what I promised for working people, and it’s exactly what this State Visit is delivering."

Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle highlighted, "These record-breaking investments will create thousands of high-quality jobs across the UK — from clean energy to advanced manufacturing. It’s a huge vote of confidence in our economy and a clear sign that our Plan for Growth is delivering for working people. Working closely with the US strengthens our global position and delivers real results for British businesses."

Long-Term Outlook

The anticipated long-term impact of this investment package extends beyond job creation. It will drive productivity, underpin regional development, and equip people across Britain with skills essential for emerging industries. The agreement also aligns with broader initiatives, such as the Tech Prosperity Deal and major drive to accelerate new nuclear power expansion, further cementing Britain’s global leadership in future-facing, sustainable industries.

This record-breaking collaboration is a defining moment for the UK’s investment landscape, reflecting the shared ambition and mutual confidence between Britain and the United States.