There is a sense of purpose about the commercial property scene and economy in the three south eastern counties.
Indeed, the dynamic business environment extends a long way east.
What is on display is a confidence that appears to be unaffected by Brexit. For a start, the bugbear of a shortage of modern industrial space is being tackled with new schemes spread throughout the counties.
To this should be added the understanding and push for quality through science parks, such as the the proposals for Innovation Medway Park at a time when Discovery Park and the Kent Science Park have proved so successful.
Growth points have resumed their progress with a number of plans for regeneration and new development in Gatwick/Crawley.
Brighton appears to have picked up speed and has a high profile scheme to transform the seafront. The expansion of a world-class diesel engine maker at Shoreham Airport is of major significance.
There are a number of vital transport improvements on their way such as the M23 smart motorway and Arundel bypass. These will help to maintain the momentum in the market.