Invest East Yorkshire

25/08/2026

Start your day at our Networking Business Breakfast

Join businesses from across the Humber region for an informal morning of networking, breakfast and valuable insights.

📅 Thursday 1 October
⏰ 07.30am–09.30am
📍 ergo Business Centre, Hessle

Delivered in partnership by Invest East Yorkshire, Invest Hull, HEY Growth Hub and the University of Hull, this event is open to businesses of every size.

Come along, meet new contacts and discover opportunities that could help take your business to the next level.

👉 Places are limited—register now to secure yours! https://orlo.uk/J9EyU

21/08/2026

Is Starting a Business Right for Me?

Thinking about starting your own business but unsure where to begin? Join us in Bridlington for a FREE introductory business advice workshop.

Whether you want to turn a hobby into a career, leave your job to become your own boss, or develop a promising idea, this friendly session will help you understand the next steps.

Our experienced business advisers will explain what you need to consider and help you explore how to turn your idea into a business.

This introductory session accompanies our wider programme of workshops covering essential areas such as Marketing, Finance, Legal Compliance and Business Planning.

📅 Tuesday 8 September
🕠 17.30pm–20.30pm
📍 Bridlington Business Centre,
🎟️ FREE to attend

Places are limited, so make sure you book yours soon! https://erycevents.evolutive.co.uk/event/details/1248064/Is-Starting-A-Business-Right-For-Me-

20/08/2026

Get your business race-day ready

Stage 3 of the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men will travel from Hull to Beverley on Friday 4 September 2026, bringing spectators, visitors and national attention to communities along the route:

📍 Hull, East Park, Holderness Road and Bilton
📍 Withernsea, Hornsea and Skipsea
📍 Burton Agnes, Driffield and Wetwang
📍 Beverley, with the finish at Beverley Racecourse

Councillor Anne Handley, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said:

“We’re incredibly proud to be hosting this stage of the Lloyds Tour of Britain.

“The route will highlight the very best of East Yorkshire, from our stunning coastline and beautiful countryside to the Yorkshire Wolds and our historic market towns.”

From hospitality and retail to accommodation, attractions and transport, businesses across Hull and East Yorkshire have an opportunity to increase sales, welcome new customers and encourage visitors to return.

The Stage 3 Business Toolkit offers practical guidance to help businesses prepare for race day and make the most of this region-wide opportunity.

You don’t need to be directly on the route to benefit. If visitors eat, stay, shop, travel or explore nearby, your business can be part of the experience.

Download the business toolkit and find further support: https://orlo.uk/Bu1EP

20/08/2026

Global underwater technology specialist Neptune Sonar is expanding its East Yorkshire operations.

The company has secured a 38,000 sq ft unit at Evolve @ Melton West, where it will consolidate three existing sites and create additional capacity for future growth.

The new manufacturing, distribution and storage facility marks a significant investment in the region—strengthening East Yorkshire’s growing cluster of innovative and advanced manufacturing businesses.

Neptune Sonar is a global leader in underwater acoustic technology, designing and manufacturing advanced products for customers across the maritime sector.

Read the full story: https://orlo.uk/S0SfX

19/08/2026

Are you a leader or manager working in manufacturing, engineering or processing?

Join us at the Leadership in Manufacturing Conference to explore how strong workplace relationships, employee commitment and effective management can help businesses—and their people—thrive.

We’re delighted to introduce our first confirmed speakers:

Benjamin Drury — author, keynote speaker and creator of the RAW Leadership framework, specialising in leadership, workplace culture and high performance.

Mark Greenhouse, MEng, MIET, MCMI — manufacturing consultant with 30 years’ management experience across sectors including engineering, food and drink, fabrication, plastics and machining.

Jessica Williams — Founder and Managing Director of Just Williams – The SME Agency, speaker, leader and facilitator with extensive experience in communication, relationship development and sustainable business growth.

The conference will also feature interactive breakout sessions, panel discussions and valuable networking opportunities. You’ll gain practical insights into:

• Effective leadership and management
• Building stronger workplace relationships
• Increasing employee commitment and engagement
• Supporting your people and business to thrive

Places are limited. Secure your free place today:
https://erycevents.evolutive.co.uk/event/details/1275832/Leadership-in-Manufacturing-Conference-

Additional speakers will be announced soon.

Delivered in partnership by Invest Hull, Invest East Yorkshire and the HEY Growth Hub.

18/08/2026

Humber Freeport – Investment-Ready Opportunities | UKREiiF 2026

How is Humber Freeport creating new opportunities for investment, trade and business growth across the region?

Recorded live from the HEY Invest Pavilion at UKREiiF 2026, this panel discussion brings together key stakeholders and industry experts to explore how Humber Freeport is unlocking investment-ready opportunities and driving economic growth.

Chaired by Simon Green, Chief Executive of Humber Freeport, the panel features:
Jo Barnes – Managing Director, Sewell Estates
Tom Wheldon – Executive Director, HBD
Paul Addison – Regional Director for the North of England, Department for Business & Trade

Together, they explore the opportunities created through Freeport status and its role in supporting business growth, attracting inward investment and unlocking major development opportunities.

The discussion covers:
✅ The benefits of Freeport status
✅ Opportunities for investors and businesses
✅ Inward investment and major development projects
✅ Strengthening the Humber's competitiveness across key sectors

Whether you're an investor, developer, business leader or interested in the future of the Humber economy, this session offers valuable insight into how Humber Freeport is supporting long-term regional growth.

🎥 Watch the full panel here: https://youtu.be/_QJ1JhzjKZA

Recorded live from the HEY Invest Pavilion at UKREiiF 2026, this pa...

13/08/2026

Four offices are currently available at RaisE Business Centre, located just off the M62 at Junction 36, near Goole.

Available spaces range from 280 to 388 sq ft on flexible monthly terms—ideal for growing businesses seeking a modern, adaptable place to work.

You’ll also benefit from:

🏢 Modern offices and workshops
🤝 Conference and ground-floor meeting rooms
🚗 Plenty of free on-site parking, including electric vehicle chargers
☕ The award-winning Corgi and Cream Café and Bakery, conveniently located on-site

Find the right space for your business and arrange a viewing today:

https://orlo.uk/CTzgi

12/08/2026

Congratulations Corgi & Cream Bakery!!!

🏆 We won! 🏆

Bread Bakery of the Year –Yorkshire (Goole)

Another award to our business. We’re very privileged to be awarded this so soon after winning Yorkshire’s Best Bakery.

Thank you to all of our customers new and old! We continue to strive to bring you the very best of a small family bakery!

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11/08/2026

Are you a leader or manager working in manufacturing, engineering or processing?

Join us to explore how strong workplace relationships, employee commitment and effective management can help businesses—and their people—thrive.

The conference will feature expert speakers, interactive breakout sessions, panel discussions and valuable networking opportunities. You’ll gain practical insights into:

• Effective leadership and management
• Building stronger workplace relationships
• Increasing employee commitment and engagement
• Supporting your people and business to thrive

Places are limited. Secure your free place today:
https://orlo.uk/GVJSU

Delivered in partnership by Invest Hull, Invest East Yorkshire and the HEY Business, Growth and Skills Hub.

06/08/2026

East Yorkshire farms are creating exciting new tourism opportunities through diversification.

The Wolds Project, Bainton Burrows and Holborn Hideaways have each transformed parts of their farms into distinctive visitor accommodation, creating sustainable new income streams while supporting the region’s rural economy and growing visitor offer.

With guidance from Invest East Yorkshire’s Business Support Services team, these farming families have developed their ideas, explored new opportunities and turned their plans into reality.

Read how farm diversification is helping businesses become more resilient, attract visitors and support local communities across East Yorkshire:

👉 https://investeastyorkshire.co.uk/east-yorkshire-farms-are-creating-new-tourism-opportunities-through-diversification/