North East England unites for UKREiiF
The first unified delegation for the region has launched its three-day programme of events that will take place at the exhibition, showcasing the opportunities the North East has to offer investors and developers.
From 20-22 May at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum will welcome the property industry from across the UK.
The North East England delegation has partnered with Place North at the event, and so far includes Newcastle International Airport, NCG, Pegasus Group, Arup, Morgan Sindall, The Glasshouse ICM, Newcastle University, Northumbria University, Rolton, Ward Hadaway, Naylors Gavin Black, Knight Frank, igloo Regeneration, Axis, Todd Milburn, FaulknerBrowns and North East Housing Partnership.
The North East England event programme will highlight development opportunities in the region, such as Crown Works film studio in Sunderland and NETPark in Durham, and the ambitions of the North East Combined Authority, which includes driving the green energy revolution.
Talks will cover a range of topics, such as: ‘Ahead of the game: From unmissable experiences to unforgettable places’; ‘To new industries and beyond: AI, space and electrification’; and ‘The power of offshore wind: Driving investment in the UK’.
North East Mayor, Kim McGuinness, said: “We are bringing North East England together for the first time at UKREiiF to profile the exciting development and investment potential our region can offer. I am looking forward to joining our many private and public sector partners in Leeds for the exciting programme of events we have planned.”
Dr Sarah Green, chief executive of NewcastleGateshead Initiative, said: “This event programme really encapsulates the ambitions as well as the strengths of the North East under the leadership of Mayor Kim McGuinness and the North East Combined Authority.”
Businesses interested in joining the North East England delegation are encouraged to get in touch with NewcastleGateshead Initiative who are delivering the delegation on behalf of the North East Combined Authority.
