A multi-million-pound innovation hub is planned for the Medway area of Kent.

Innovation Park Medway will occupy up to 100,000m² of land near Rochester Airport, as the area bids to ‘grow’ local talent and rival London by offering cheaper operating costs for businesses.

The council is also hoping to attract start-ups to the park, with business rate discounts plus quick access to London and mainland Europe via high-speed rail links.

The plans for Innovation Park Medway (www.innovationcentremedway.co.uk) are currently being put forward for public consultation.