WALES is set to benefit from billions of pounds in new US investment, highlighted during the US President’s State Visit to the UK. The commitments form part of a wider £33 billion package delivered through the UK-US Tech Partnership, aimed at boosting growth in advanced technology and digital infrastructure.
Almost £12 billion of that total will come to Wales through Vantage Data Centres, which is developing one of Europe’s largest data centre campuses in Newport. The project is expected to create 11,500 jobs and forms part of the company’s growing footprint across the country, including an existing campus near Cardiff, a planned 10-centre complex at the former Ford engine plant in Bridgend, and a newly approved site at Bro Tathan business park in the Vale of Glamorgan.
The Business Secretary described the announcements as a “major vote of confidence” in Wales’ position within the AI economy, linking them to the Government’s AI Action Plan.
Tech prosperity deal
The State Visit also saw the launch of the UK-US Tech Prosperity Deal, focusing on accelerating growth in frontier sectors such as artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and nuclear power. America’s top tech firms—including Microsoft, NVIDIA, Google, OpenAI and CoreWeave—have pledged a further £31 billion to strengthen the UK’s AI infrastructure, from data centres to advanced computing chips.
Together, these commitments build on the £44 billion already invested in the UK’s AI and technology sector, reinforcing Wales’ role in the global technology landscape and helping secure thousands of high-skilled jobs.
Wider investment
In total, more than £150 billion in UK-US investment was announced during the visit—the largest figure ever tied to a State Visit. The commitments span clean energy, advanced manufacturing, life sciences and digital technology, all key areas within the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy.
Business and Trade Secretary Peter Kyle said: “These commitments send a clear signal that Wales is at the forefront of innovation in digital infrastructure. Working closely with the US boosts growth and delivers jobs across the country. It’s clear our Plan for Change is working—and that Wales remains a prime destination for global investment.”
Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens added: “The UK Government has made economic growth our key mission and this huge US investment in Wales delivers fantastic benefits for working people across the country. Wales is open for business, and this vote of confidence from firms in sectors like clean energy, advanced manufacturing and defence will boost jobs and growth in our industries of the future.”
The visit brought together senior government figures, business leaders and investors from both nations to deepen ties and open new opportunities for collaboration. Officials said the deals announced will not only create jobs but also boost productivity, drive regional development, and help equip people with the skills needed for the industries of tomorrow.
