Humber Freeport

Inaugural Peter Thompson Lecture & Workshop - Supply Chain Action for a Net Zero Humber
2024-10-30 12:30 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | University of Hull, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX, United Kingdom
We’re delighted to announce our Inaugural Annual Peter Thompson Logistics Workshop and Lecture: Supply Chain Action for a Net Zero Humber.
🗓️ Wednesday 30th October
⏰ 12:30 – 5:30pm
📍 University of Hull
Our keynote speaker for the event, Alan McKinnon, Professor of Logistics at Kuehne Logistics University, is a world-leading expert in logistics and supply chain management decarbonisation research.
Following the lecture, we’ll be hosting a high-profile industry panel. The event will conclude with a workshop identifying the key challenges, opportunities, and actions for the Humber Region.
This event will take place annually over the next five years, debating some of the most pressing challenges facing logistics and global supply chain management research and practice.
Please RSVP by 18th October 2024: https://lnkd.in/ewMBNiuP

About the Prof. McKinnon:Prof. McKinnon has been lecturing, researching and advising on logistics since 1979. His PhD, on physical distribution in the food industry, was one of the first doctoral studies conducted in the UK on logistics. He has conducted over fifty studies for numerous public and private sector organizations, published extensively in the logistics and transport literature and generally supported the development of logistics as an academic discipline. He has edited two journals and is currently on the editorial boards of five others. In 1996 he was one of the six founder members of the Logistics Research Network, which has its own journal, organizes an annual conference and awards prizes and research grants. In 2003 he received the highest distinction of the UK Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, the Sir Robert Lawrence award, for his long track record in logistics research and education. In 2015 the European Logistics Association awarded him a Fellowship ‘in recognition of his contribution to developing the body of Logistics knowledge’. Prof. McKinnon has had visiting professorships at universities in Australia, Malaysia, China, Italy, Sweden and South Africa and has lectured in over 40 countries.
Prof. McKinnon has held various high-level positions with international organizations. In 2010 he was appointed chairman of the World Economic Forum’s industry council on logistics and supply chain management. In 2016 he became a member of the WEF’s Council on the Future of Mobility. In 2012 he was one of two academics appointed to the High Level Group on Logistics established by the European Commission to advise the EU Transport Commissioner on logistics issues. Between 2014 and 2016 he was Chairman of the Transport Advisory Group for the EU Horizon 2020 research program. In 2016 he was chairman of the planning committee for a major symposium jointly organized by the European Commission and US Department for Transportation on the adaptation of transport systems to climate change. Prof. McKinnon has also undertaken projects for the World Bank, United Nations and OECD.
Additional Highlights

Networking opportunities with fellow leaders and professionals

As part of the event, we will be hosting an industry panel talk with logisticians from around the Humber, providing further insight alongside Prof. McKinnon on how the Humber can accelerate action.

EVA Humber Innovation Day
2024-11-12 13:00 - 18:00 | Aura Innovation Centre, Hull, Bridgehead Business Park, Hessle, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU13 0GD, United Kingdom
​Join us at the first Innovation Day of ABP’s Energy Ventures Accelerator in the Humber, where the future of industrial decarbonisation takes centre stage. ⛴️
​Set in the heart of the UK’s manufacturing hub, this groundbreaking event will feature thought-provoking panels, dynamic startup pitches, and keynote sessions on critical themes such as hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), low-carbon fuels, energy storage, and electrification.
​Hosted by ABP, powered by Plug and Play, this event is the first of a series of programmes within the Energy Ventures Accelerator. Our mission: is to enable the energy transition by creating clusters of innovative ventures in the UK’s most important industrial hubs.
​This is your opportunity to connect with pioneers driving the energy transition, explore innovative solutions, and engage with the UK’s most promising startups. Whether you’re a corporation, innovator, investor, researcher or government organisation, this Innovation Day is your gateway to shaping a low-carbon future in the Humber.
​Agenda:

​13:30 – 14:00 Arrival & Registration
​14:00 – 14:15 Opening remarks
​14:15 – 14:30 Keynote
​14:30 – 15:00 Fireside: ABP + Hiiroc
​15:00 – 15:30 Startup pitches
​15:30 – 16:00 Panel
​16:00 – 16:30 Startup pitches
​16:30 – 16:45 Closing remarks
​16:45 – 17:45 Networking

​If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Rosser, Plug and Play’s Ventures Associate at r.rosser@pnptc.com
​We cannot wait to see you there!
Find out more about the Energy Ventures Accelerator Programme at Associated British Ports – Accelerating UK Energy Transition

Great Northern Conference 2024
2024-12-03 09:30 - 16:30 | Doubletree by Hilton, Hull, Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8NH
Now in its sixth year, National World will once again host The Great Northern Conference.
The conference is a voice for the north in the levelling up agenda and brings together politicians, business leaders, academics and media to debate and collaborate on how best to grow the economy and build a greener, fairer, equal future for the North.
The Great Northern Conference, will be a must attend event for those that want to be part of the discussion and influence the direction that the region takes.
Join us at The Great Northern Conference and become part of the dialogue that will shape the future of the North.
Speaking:-

Simon Green, CEO of Humber Freeport will be talking on the Innovation Panel
Simon Bird, Chair of Humber Freeport will be talking on the Net Zero Panel

Receive 50% off your ticket by using the code YCC50 at checkout
You can see the full agenda at https://www.nationalworldevents.com/gnc-2024/agenda/

Connected Places Summit 2025
2025-03-19 - 2025-03-20 | Sancroft Convene, London, EC4M 7DQ, United Kingdom
At Connected Places Catapult we connect people, places and businesses for a future of sustainable growth and prosperity.
To deliver jobs and growth for regional economies multiple stakeholders need to work and innovate together; from every mode of transport to every type of building, the infrastructure that underpins them, and the data and digital platforms that connect them.
Join us for two days of interactive content, live project showcases, inspiring thought leadership and opportunities to connect with peers from technology, transport, mobility, cities, academia, and Government.
The Connected Places Summit will harness the collective ingenuity, innovation, and collaboration of our community to innovate together – as for innovation to flourish you need to be connected.

Innovation Zero 2025
2025-04-29 - 2025-04-30 | London Olympia, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX, United Kingdom
Humber Freeport will be exhibiting at Innovation Zero 2025 as part of the Humber Pavilion
Date: 29th & 30th April 2025
Venue: Olympia, London
Free to attend with advance registration
Supported by the UK Government, Innovation Zero provides a space and opportunity for collaboration, breaking down silos, and overcoming obstacles to drive large-scale, impactful progress towards global emissions reduction.
Innovation Zero’s mission? To accelerate a just global transition to a low carbon economy by connecting innovators, funders, policymakers, and business leaders.
Learn more at https://www.innovationzero.com/

Hydrogen and the Humber: The UK’s Industrial Heart, Reimagined
2025-04-29 14:30 - 15:00 | London Olympia, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX, United Kingdom
The Humber is a powerhouse of industry and innovation – a place that’s bold, dynamic, and ever-evolving in its approach to clean energy. As the UK’s leading industrial cluster and home to the Humber Freeport, the region is pioneering hydrogen production, storage, and distribution, redefining what it means to be a sustainable energy hub. The Humber Freeport’s strategic location is playing a crucial role in accelerating this transformation.
This panel will explore:
• Hydrogen Production & Storage: The Humber is breaking new ground with large-scale hydrogen projects that will reshape the UK’s energy landscape.
• Economic & Environmental Impact: The region is reimagining industrial potential, creating high-skilled jobs, attracting investment, and driving forward decarbonisation, with the Humber Freeport playing a key role in facilitating this growth.
• Policy & Investment Needs: A discussion on the frameworks, funding, and collaboration required to accelerate hydrogen adoption, ensuring the Humber Freeport remains at the forefront of this global energy shift.
Why It Matters:
The Humber is not just part of the UK’s net-zero future, it’s essential to it. As a self-starting, determined, and influential region, bold ideas are turned into real-world impact. The Humber Freeport is a vital enabler, helping the region lead the way in hydrogen innovation and positioning it as a global clean energy leader.
Register now for your free ticket – Innovation Zero World 2025

UKREiiF
2025-05-20 - 2025-05-22 | The Royal Armouries, Leeds, The Royal Armouries, Leeds, LS10 1LT
UKREiiF connects people, places, and businesses to accelerate and unlock sustainable, inclusive, and transformational investment.
This 3-day extravaganza is a perfect storm – bringing together a spectacular array of key decision-makers from every area of the built environment: the public sector – with every core UK city and region involved – alongside government, investors, funders, developers, housebuilders, and more.

RaisE Stakeholder Event: Discover Why Goole is the Ideal Location for Your Business
2025-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | RaisE Business Centre, Tom Pudding Way, Goole, DN14 6BS, RaisE Business Centre, DN14 6BS
Humber Freeport is pleased to be participating in the upcoming stakeholder event showcasing Goole’s growing reputation as a hub for rail investment and advanced manufacturing. Our Head of Investment, Richard Beason, will join a strong line-up of speakers to share how Humber Freeport is unlocking new opportunities for businesses and investors across the region. With Goole playing a vital role in the Freeport’s ambitious growth plans, Richard’s insights will highlight how we are driving investment, strengthening supply chains, and supporting innovation at the heart of the Humber.

North Green Skills Conference 2025
2025-09-24 | Hull Guildhall, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, UK, The Guildhall, Hull, HU1 2AA, United Kingdom
Humber Freeport is proud to be exhibiting at the North Green Skills Conference 2025, an event that highlights the vital link between skills, sustainability, and the UK’s future growth. As the nation’s largest and most connected freeport, we are driving inward investment, creating high-quality jobs, and building the talent pipeline needed to deliver net zero. This conference provides an important platform to share how the Humber is leading the way in shaping a skilled, resilient, and future-ready workforce.

Yorkshire Industrial & Logistics 2025
2025-10-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Leeds Marriott Hotel, 4 Trevelyan Square, Boar Ln, Leeds, LS1 6ET
Yorkshire is no longer the UK delivery network’s best-kept secret. With growing recognition and major investment flowing into the region, Yorkshire Industrial & Logistics 2025 will bring together leading developers, investors and advisers to explore opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Richard Beason, Head of Investment at Humber Freeport, will be joining the speaker line-up to highlight how the Freeport is driving innovation, inward investment and transformation across the Humber and wider Yorkshire region.
Other speakers include:

Bekki Banks, Inward Investment Project Manager, Invest East Yorkshire
Adam Handley, Senior Asset Manager, Catella APAM
Alex Dochery, Investment Team Manager, Business Doncaster
David Rolinson, Chairman, Spawforths
Ben Gavaghan, Director, DLA Architecture
Grigory Grebennikov, Carbon Manager, Glencar
Alistair Smith, Director, Caddick Developments
Stuart Murray, National Customer Development and Leasing Director, Harworth
David Wells, Director, HBD

The Great Exhibition of Lincolnshire
2025-10-22 08:00 - 16:00 | Lincolnshire Showground, Lincoln LN2 2NA
Humber Freeport will be exhibiting at Lincolnshire’s very first ‘Great Exhibition’ on 22 October 2025.
Inspired by the iconic Great Exhibition of 1851, this new landmark event has been championed by the elected Mayor, Dame Andrea, to showcase the region’s strengths, opportunities and ambition. Just as the Victorian era was defined by innovation and industrial growth, Lincolnshire’s Great Exhibition will spotlight the businesses, projects and partnerships shaping the future of our economy.

LogIn Humber - Aura Innovation Centre
2026-01-13 09:30 - 12:30 | Aura Innovation Centre, Hull, Bridgehead Business Park, Hessle, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU13 0GD, United Kingdom
Led by the University of Hull in collaboration with the Humber Freeport, LogIn Humber aims to strengthen supply chain and logistics innovations across the Humber region, with a focus on enhancing productivity, sustainability, resilience and innovation.

Industrial Connections NEL
2026-03-26 09:30 - 16:00 | Grimsby Auditorium, Cromwell Rd, Grimsby DN31 2BH, Grimsby, DN31 2BH
Following the highly successful inaugural Industrial Connections NEL in March 2025, the event will return in 2026, bringing together industrial businesses and supply chain organisations from across North East Lincolnshire.
Industrial Connections NEL is a full-day exhibition and networking event designed exclusively for industrial sector businesses, providing a platform to connect, collaborate and explore new opportunities across the region’s key industries.
Humber Freeport will be exhibiting at Industrial Connections NEL 2026, showcasing how Freeport status is supporting investment, innovation and growth across North East Lincolnshire’s industrial economy. The team will be on hand to discuss opportunities for businesses operating within, or looking to engage with, the Freeport.

PAINC Hull 2026
2026-05-11 10:00 - 2026-05-12 17:30 | Doubletree by Hilton, Hull, Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8NH
Richard Beason speaking at Navigation: to Net Zero
International conference hosted in Hull, 2026

We’re delighted to share that Richard Beason will be representing Humber Freeport as a speaker at the PIANC Hull 2026 international conference, Navigation: to Net Zero.
Taking to the stage on Day 2, Richard will deliver a presentation titled A Catalyst for Investment and Growth in the Humber Region – providing an overview of the UK freeports model, a close look at Humber Freeport, and an exploration of the financial benefits available through both tax and customs sites, as well as the long-term legacy Humber Freeport is creating for the region.
The conference brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators from across the globe to chart a collective course toward net zero in maritime and waterborne transport – and Humber Freeport is proud to have a voice in that conversation.

East Yorkshire Development Update 2026
2026-05-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Middleton Hall, The University of Hull, Middleton Hall, The University of Hull, Hull, HU6 7RX
Following a successful first event in Hull, Place North returns to East Yorkshire as its unrivalled reach continues to gain traction across the region.
As the last county in Yorkshire to adopt devolution, what has the first year of an elected mayor meant for development in East Yorkshire? How has Hull’s City Centre Vision, previewed at the 2025 event, progressed? And what does this mean for investment, regeneration and growth across the wider area?
This event will explore these questions and more, providing timely insight into the opportunities and challenges shaping the county’s future.
The programme will feature a mix of expert presentations and panel discussions, with breakfast and lunch included, creating valuable opportunities for networking and business development.
We are pleased to confirm that Richard Beason, Investment Manager at Humber Freeport, will be speaking at the event.
Tickets are £90 + VAT, with a 50% discount available for local authorities and registered providers.

UKREiiF 2026
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-21 | The Royal Armouries, Leeds, The Royal Armouries, Leeds, LS10 1LT
Humber Freeport is exhibiting at UKREiiF 2026, we’re proud to be showcasing our region’s compelling investment proposition at the sector’s showpiece event in Leeds.
Humber Freeport will stand alongside key partners including:

Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority
Hull City Council
East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Invest Hull
Invest East Yorkshire

Together, we’ll be showcasing the strengths, opportunities, and investment potential of Hull, East Yorkshire and the Humber — from advanced manufacturing, med-tech and clean energy to ports, logistics, and more.
Join us at UKREiiF2026 to discover why our region is the place to invest, grow, and thrive.
