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The space sector is of ever-growing importance to the UK, and North East England is playing an integral role in the growth of the industry. In 2021, the region contributed an estimated £129 million to the UK space economy. Already equipped with a strong heritage of engineering excellence, an established cluster of well-developed space capabilities, […]

North East England has a long history of innovation, from Joseph Swan’s arc lighting on Mosley Street Newcastle upon Tyne, in 1880 to the ‘smartest’ street in the UK in 2018. Our two major cities – Newcastle and Sunderland – are leading the way in smart city technology, meaning the North East is well placed […]

North East England offers companies in the Healthy Ageing sector the opportunity to design, test and commercialise health management solutions and smart assistive technologies here in the region. With a globally competitive life sciences ecosystem, established clusters connecting investors with customers, collaborators and supply chains, and a Government commitment to industry partnerships, North East England […]

With a strong ecosystem of support that includes an unrivalled business network, five world-class universities and a highly-skilled talent pool, North East England makes for a great location for fintech (finance technology) companies to grow.

The global esports market is estimated to be worth over $1 billion and growing. The UK is the fifth biggest consumer market for games, so there is a wealth of opportunity in the sector. North East England is a growing force in the esport market, boasting fantastic esport courses, meet-ups and esport companies such as […]

Born from the North East games industry, the Immersive Tech Sector in the region has grown to one of the most significant in the UK. North East England is home to an impressive cluster of immersive technology developers and entrepreneurs.

With over 50 internationally renowned, specialist gaming companies, world-class facilities and state-of-the-art infrastructure, it is clear why North East England Works for games businesses.      

With a strong ecosystem of innovation, access to large Fintech market opportunities, an unrivalled network of business clusters, five world class universities and a highly skilled talent pool, North East England is an unbeatable location for FinTech Investors.