The Economic Impact of KBR in the UK
This study assesses the impact KBR had on the UK economy in 2023 through its own business, as well as its ownership share of several joint ventures.
KBR delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. In the UK, KBR plays a role in supporting the country’s sustainability and security ambitions through its direct activities, as well as the activity it enables through its ownership share of several joint ventures.
In this report, we present analysis that shows KBR supported an estimated £913 million contribution to UK GDP in 2023. In addition, we estimate that the company supported 12,800 jobs across the country and £366 million in tax revenues.
We also explore KBR’s innovative plastic recycling partnership with Mura Technology, and its work to deliver upgrades to and operate accommodation for almost 19,000 military and civilian personnel across Salisbury Plain and Aldershot.
The experts behind the research
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Rosie NolanSenior Economist, Economic Footprint & Sustainability
Rosie is a Senior Economist in Oxford Economics’ Economic Footprint & Sustainability Consulting team based in London. She works on economic impact assessments and has led analysis for clients including the European Tyre and Rubber Manufacturing Association, Reckitt, and Funding Circle. Rosie joined Oxford Economics from the UK Civil Service where she worked on transport appraisal for major projects at the Department for Transport. She holds a BSc in Economics from the University of Manchester and an MSc in Economics from University College London.
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Stephen ForemanAssociate Director, Economic Footprint & Sustainability
Stephen leads a team of economists who assess the economic and social footprint of a variety of different investments, companies, and industries at the global, national and local level. He has led engagements for corporations, financial institutions, government organisations, trade associations, charities, and universities across the world.
Stephen has also worked on Oxford’s Global Industry Service where he was responsible for forecasting the global transport sector, leading Oxford Economics' industry research, and managing consultancy projects for industrial organisations.
Stephen joined Oxford Economics from the UK civil service, where he worked on a range of macroeconomic, fiscal, tax and welfare policy issues across HM Treasury, the Office for Budget Responsibility and the Department for Work and Pensions.
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Jordan MencattelliEconomist, Economic Footprint & Sustainability