Freeport Futures: Turning potential into opportunity
Freeport Futures: Turning potential into opportunity This summer marked the successful conclusion of the first Freeport Futures programme, an initiative delivered by Tees Maritime in partnership with Middlesbrough College to help bridge the gap between education and industry. Designed to give students a real insight into the opportunities emerging across the Tees Valley, the programme […]
Anchoring Ambitions: The Birth of the Tees Maritime Cluster
Teesside has always looked to the water for opportunity. On Wednesday, 7th May 2025, that legacy will enter a bold new chapter with the official launch of the Tees Maritime Cluster at the Port of Middlesbrough. This event marks a significant step in uniting industry leaders, educators, and public sector partners to align skills, education, […]
Green light for Tees Maritime Cluster
Creation of the Tees Maritime Cluster formally announced with ambition to achieve Teesside’s economic potential A new regional partnership that will champion and grow Teesside’s maritime sector has been officially confirmed by the Department for Transport. The Tees Maritime Cluster, a private sector-led initiative, supported by industry body, Maritime UK, is dedicated to accelerating economic growth […]
Nearly £1m investment for British coastal towns to grow local economies
Nine maritime clusters across the UK will receive a share of government funding, helping them secure investment for local industry, deliver skills, training and educational programmes, Maritime Minister Mike Kane will announce today. The maritime sector is key to unlocking regional economic growth, and this targeted support aims to revitalise coastal towns and cities, help […]