Britain-Based Neptune North Plans Columbus, Ohio, Operations

Area Development News Desk

09/29/2026

Britain-based technology consultancy Neptune North plans to establish operations in metro Columbus, Ohio. The project is expected to create 75 jobs.

The company's new technology hub will include software developers, data engineers and other technology professionals supporting the company’s growing U.S. client base.

“The Columbus Region gives Neptune North access to the exceptional talent, business community and connectivity we need to serve U.S. clients and build a strong foundation for long-term growth,” said Neptune North CEO James Beard. “We are assembling a team capable of solving complex technology problems in industries where precision and trust are essential. We see real opportunity to support that work from this growing metro and envisage hiring locally for both experienced and graduate roles, along with attracting talent to the Region from further afield.”

To support the project the Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved a 1.449 percent, eight-year Job Creation Tax Credit.

“Neptune North’s decision to establish a new U.S. technology office in Ohio speaks to how the state has become a top destination for overseas investment within the American market,” noted JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. “As a rapidly emerging innovator, Neptune North will have easy access to the talent, ideas and a diverse client base needed to spark its future growth.” Neptune North provides data, artificial intelligence, software engineering, and consulting solutions for the financial services and defense sectors.

“Neptune North is placing the Columbus Region at the center of its U.S. growth strategy, and that is a strong signal about the caliber of this market,” added One Columbus Chief Economic Development Officer and President Jonas Peterson. “The company needs sophisticated talent, proximity to clients and a business community built for collaboration. Our region delivers all three, and we are ready to help this team put down roots and scale.”

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