In the last 20 years, Swansea has experienced anintensive period of economic growth that has been generated by a structured investment programme, enhancing the City and its surroundings.

Swansea is a regional shopping centre serving South West Wales. It is home to the National Waterfront Museum, the Wales National Pool and a New Stadium, home to Swansea City Football Club and the Ospreys regional ugby team.

Recent regeneration activity at the Swansea Waterfront adjacent to the City Centre has raised the profile of Swansea considerably. The Swansea Enterprise Park is now well established and supplemented by the thriving 470 acres Swansea Vale, which is one of the most significant development and investment opportunities in the City's history. A Joint Venture between the City and County of Swansea and the Welsh Assembly Government, the award-winning development provides a prestigious location for residential and business use.

Business will benefit considerably from proximity to both Swansea University and Swansea Institute. Anyone looking to improve their quality of life will be attracted to Swansea, a modern and cosmopolitan city with numerous attractions for those who want to live life to the full.