BUSINESSES are invited to take advantage of a briefing about the opportunities available to grow in south Essex.

It will take place on Thursday, June 14, at Southend Airport and will enable owners and managers to have input into the South Essex 2050 project.

The briefing will be held in partnership with Southend Council and will include a range of speakers from Stobart Aviation, Amazon and Thurrock Council.

There will also be the opportunity to pose questions to a panel of council representatives and business owners.

James Courtenay, cabinet member for growth at Southend Council, said: “The Southend Business Partnership meetings are well-attended by businesses and leaders in our area. They are very positively received as a useful place for businesses to find new opportunities to grow, and to find other businesses that can support them in the future. “ The meeting will be held from 8.30am until 10am in the Terminal Building at Southend Airport.