UKREiiF

The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum

Tees Valley Combined Authority and its five local authority partners are delighted to be returning to UKREiiF for a third year in a new location on the canal to highlight the huge opportunities taking place in the region right now.  

Representing Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees, Tees Valley is supported by £1.7billion of investment in projects, schemes and programmes to transform the area.  

In a packed three-day programme you will get to discover why Tees Valley is one of the most exciting and innovative regions in the UK. From its digital cluster to its focus on sustainability, innovation, and regeneration, Tees Valley is offering unparalleled opportunities for businesses and investors looking to get ahead of the curve. 

Find out why we’re the fastest growing digital cluster in the UK, get the latest from Teesworks, the UK’s biggest development zone and part of the UK’s biggest and most successful Freeport. You’ll get to mingle at our energy “mixer”, hosted as part of UKREiiF’s main programme, where you’ll be able to meet some of the biggest names in the sector from Tees Valley and further afield.  

Home to two Mayoral Development Corporations and an Investment Zone, you’ll hear how we’re transforming our town centres and supercharging regeneration. In Stockton, plans to develop a new Care and Health Innovation Zone are moving forward to capitalise on our expertise in the sector.  

You’ll also discover Tees Valley’s burgeoning creative sector, get to see how the creative industries are contributing to the economy and even get to meet some of its up and coming stars!  

With a powerful delegation, including Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen and senior local authority executives, this is your opportunity to experience firsthand why Tees Valley is emerging as a key player in the UK’s economic landscape. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to engage directly with the key decision-makers driving the region’s transformation.

Find out more about some of the opportunities available below.

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Programme

The full programme of events can be found below. Please click on the links to register for any of the events: 

Day 1

10am: Wired differently: Meet the business pioneers driving the fastest growing digital cluster outside of London

12pm: Northern Lights: How the North East region is collaborating for success

2pm: On the mend: How a Health and Care Innovation zone can transform a town centre

4pm: Mayoral Development Corporations: Delivering supercharged towns. Join us for drinks!

Day 2

10am: Teesworks: Forging a Future of sustainable industry

12pm: Investment roundtable lunch – discover the five Tees Valley boroughs

2.30pm: Future of Energy Investment Mixer

4pm: Lights, camera, action on Createch Investment Zone. Enjoy some drinks and hear some of our up and coming stars perform!

Day 3

10am: That's a Wrap! Join is for some breakfast and networking

Meet the team

Tees Valley Combined Authority & Local Authority Senior Team

Ben Houchen

Ben Houchen

Tees Valley Mayor

Tom Bryant

Tom Bryant

Director of Infrastructure

Tees Valley Combined Authority 

Helen Kemp

Helen Kemp

Director of Business and Skills

Tees Valley Combined Authority 

Gary Macdonald

Gary Macdonald

Director of Finance and Resources

Tees Valley Combined Authority 

Phil Forster

Phil Forster

Managing Director

Teesside International Airport 

Matt Johnson

Matt Johnson

Director

Teesworks 

Opportunities

The Teesside Freeport: Gateway to Global Trade

Tees Valley is home to the Teesside Freeport, the UK’s biggest and most successful Freeport in terms of investment. This strategic location is set to become an international gateway for trade, innovation, and manufacturing, providing huge opportunities for businesses to expand and tap into global markets. 

Teesside Freeport offers a range of benefits, from tax incentives and customs duty relief to simplified regulations for businesses. This makes it a compelling prospect for companies in sectors like advanced manufacturing, energy, and logistics to set up operations in the region. If you’re looking for a place to scale your business or invest in future industries, Teesside Freeport is an area you need to explore.

Teesworks: The Powerhouse of Regeneration and Innovation

Teesworks, the largest industrial regeneration project in the UK, is transforming the Tees Valley landscape. Once home to heavy industry, the area is now being reborn as a hub for clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and innovation. 

At UKREiiF, you’ll hear about the progress being made on Teesworks, with major investment already pouring into the site, including bp, Equinor and SeAH Wind. The development will see the creation of thousands of high-skilled jobs, new infrastructure, including a new heavy-lift quay, and an environment built to support sustainable, low-carbon industries. If you’re interested in large-scale regeneration projects and sustainable investment opportunities, Teesworks is one to watch closely.

The Fastest Growing Digital Cluster Outside of London

One of the most exciting developments in Tees Valley is its emergence as the fastest growing digital cluster outside of London, set to be boosted by a £160million Investment Zone targeting the sector. The region has rapidly become a tech powerhouse, attracting investment and talent that is driving innovation across the sector. 

Tees Valley’s thriving digital ecosystem benefits from cutting-edge innovation hubs, a growing number of tech start-ups, and a highly skilled workforce, thanks to the region’s strong focus on education and training. With easy access to top universities and digital skills programmes, Tees Valley is positioned to continue scaling up its digital sector in the coming years.

Health and Innovation Zone: A New Frontier in Healthcare

Tees Valley is also making waves in the health and life sciences sector with its Health and Innovation Zone. This ambitious initiative brings together cutting-edge healthcare research, innovative health technologies, and a thriving life sciences sector. 

It will see the transformation of a 110ha brownfield site into a nationally significant cluster of social care and health provision. With its strong focus on collaboration between industry leaders and academia, it makes Tees Valley a fertile ground for developing the next breakthroughs in healthcare.

A Flourishing Creative Sector

Tees Valley is not just about tech, manufacturing, and health innovation—it’s also a hotspot for creative industries. The region has a thriving creative sector that includes everything from digital arts and design to film production and graphic design. The Tees Valley is home to a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic creative scene that is constantly evolving. 

UKREiiF will highlight how the creative industries are contributing to the region’s overall economic growth and how businesses can tap into the talent and energy of this vibrant sector.

Development Corporations: Transforming our Towns

Mayoral Development Corporations provide an unparalleled opportunity to accelerate regeneration, influence government policy and leverage private investment. 

Middlesbrough, a vibrant and innovative town in Tees Valley, is undergoing a transformative regeneration process led by the Middlesbrough Development Corporation. The Corporation’s plans focus on urban renewal, bringing new residential, commercial, and retail spaces to life. 

The Hartlepool Development Corporation aims to revitalise key areas, particularly the town’s waterfront. With its rich maritime heritage and close proximity to the sea, the Corporation aims to breathe new life into underdeveloped areas while preserving the town’s historical charm. 

At UKREiiF the Development Corporation will showcase its bold vision for the region, including major investments in infrastructure, public spaces, and transport links.

The Tees Valley Investment Zone: A New Era of Growth

Complementing our Hartlepool and Middlesbrough Development Corporations is a £160million Investment Zone for the digital and creative industries.  

It promises to transform the region into a global business and investment hub. Designed to drive economic growth, the Investment Zone is a collaborative effort between government bodies, local councils, and private investors. The goal? To attract cutting-edge industries, create thousands of jobs, and offer incentives for businesses looking to thrive in a forward-thinking, dynamic environment. 

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