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The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/properties\/ascent\/\">Ascent <\/a>building for example is ARC Oxford\u2019s latest lab development which will create around 115 construction jobs and once operational, will create approximately 500 jobs and contribute \u00a338 million GVA to the economy annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/03\/IMG_9423_1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Sir Patrick Vallance and Jim Stretton\" class=\"wp-image-2229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/03\/IMG_9423_1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/03\/IMG_9423_1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/03\/IMG_9423_1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/03\/IMG_9423_1-1000x750.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sir Patrick Vallance was joined by representatives from <a href=\"https:\/\/oxfordsp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Oxford Science Park<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eit.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Ellison Institute<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxford.gov.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oxford City Council<\/a> as they toured the proposed site of one of two new stations that would be built if the Cowley Branch Line reopens. The project would introduce two trains per hour, linking London Marylebone with Oxford\u2019s four key economic hubs, including, The Oxford Science Park and ARC Oxford, providing better access for talent, businesses, and investors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Science Minister and Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor Champion, Lord Vallance, said:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe thriving campus at ARC Oxford shows how, supported by the right infrastructure, this region\u2019s unique combination of businesses, universities, and skills is delivering jobs and drawing in investment. Empowering places like this to fulfil their full potential will be a key part of unleashing the Oxford-Cambridge Corridor as a driver of economic growth, which is a central pillar of the Government\u2019s Plan for Change.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jim Stretton MD of ARC added: \u201cThe transformation of ARC Oxford into a leading innovation campus has been a catalyst for growth in the area. Improved connectivity through the Cowley Branch Line will help our members to thrive by making it easier to attract talent, investment, and collaborate with other innovators. This is a critical step in positioning Oxford as a global leader in science and technology.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whilst at the campus, Lord Vallance also met with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omass.com\/\">OMass Therapeutics<\/a> an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ox.ac.uk\/\">Oxford University<\/a> spinout, using new technologies to develop treatments&nbsp;for rare and immunological diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ros Deegan CEO of OMass shared why they chose the campus for their base: \u201cARC Oxford understands the needs of science-led businesses, providing not just state-of-the-art facilities but also a community that fosters collaboration. The combination of high-quality lab space, on-site amenities, and access to green spaces creates an environment where innovation flourishes. Improved connectivity to the area will only strengthen our ability to attract top talent and grow our impact.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The campus\u2019 location enables ARC members\u2014from biotech successes like OMass Therapeutics to established giants such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gilead.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gilead<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/oxb.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oxford Biomedica<\/a>\u2014to collaborate seamlessly with leading research hospitals and academic institutions, including the renowned University of Oxford, which boasts the highest global rate of spin-outs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sir Patrick Vallance made the visit during a trip to Oxford where he visited <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sbs.ox.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Said Business School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxionics.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oxford Ionics<\/a>. In his role Lord Vallance works closely with government, private sector organisations and academia to encourage investment into Oxford Cambridge region. The visit reaffirmed ARC Oxford\u2019s role as a leading hub for science and innovation, with ambitious plans to further support the region\u2019s economic and scientific growth.<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"news-archive \" id=\"block_080f73b67b1b7c1136470ef20277af05\">\n                    <div class=\"ed-container news-archive__title ed-archive-header__title ed-archive-header__title--large\">\n                <div class=\"ed-row\">\n                    <div class=\"ed-col ed-col__half\">\n                        \n                            <h3>More News<\/h3>\n                                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"ed-col ed-col__half\">\n                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arcgroup.io\/oxford\/community\/\" target=\"\">\n                                View all news &rarr;\n                            <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n     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