Sarnia-Lambton has the infrastructure and industrial base to support all forms of industrial activity, including the capital-intensive manufacturing of traditional oil based fuels and chemicals, traditional and emerging energy technologies and advanced manufacturing industries. This is highlighted by a well-established transportation and utilities infrastructure, and augmented by research, testing and commercialization facilities.

The industrial infrastructure in Sarnia-Lambton exists to supply the existing industrial base, but also to enhance the regions capabilities to support and advance new development opportunities.

Technical Workforce Availability

  • Skilled in building, operating and maintaining industrial infrastructure.
  • Over 22,000 people are employed in manufacturing and service industries and businesses in Lambton County.
  • Low employee turnover and absenteeism rates.

Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Savings

  • 20-25 percent can be saved on CAPEX due to quicker time to market when locating in Sarnia-Lambton.
  • Under-utilized infrastructure, including pipeline capability, and existing storage and industrial facilities can reduce CAPEX.
  • Brownfield sites already zoned for industrial use are available, with infrastructure in place.
  • Fully serviced industrial and business parks zoned for industrial or light industrial uses.

Infrastructure Partnership Opportunities

  • Potential to partner with existing industrial facilities to exploit under-utilized infrastructure and share costs.

Industrial Support and Supply Systems

  • Existing supply chain and distribution systems to industry.
  • Maintenance and industrial support, specializing in all aspects of metal fabrication, engineering, environmental, and support services geared to manufacturing industries through the Sarnia-Lambton Industrial Alliance.

Industrial Training