The Global Underwater Hub (GUH) highlighted that it has taken the next step in its plans to support the future growth of the UK’s $9.9 billion underwater industry.
The trade and industry development body said in a press release that it has opened a new regional office in the north of England in Newcastle upon Tyne. With financial support from the UK and Scottish Governments, the base will serve as a hub for GUH members in the North of England.
With a dedicated event space, the building will bring together companies working in the oil and gas, offshore energy, defense and submarine cable sectors in the region and beyond to enable collaboration and facilitate exchange ideas and technology between sectors. the organization said.
Major investment is planned in the UK and globally to harness the energy of the seas and oceans to generate power, increase connectivity and strengthen food security, helping the energy transition, GUH said. Through its new northern hub, GUH said it aims to provide its regional members with access to market intelligence and business growth support that will enable these companies to take advantage of these opportunities and in turn support the generation of income, job creation, exports and domestic investment.
The Newcastle office is also expected to host business delegations overseas, helping to cultivate global relationships. Over the past year, GUH has hosted groups from Barbados, China, Estonia, France, Latvia and Lithuania to learn about the knowledge, technology and expertise possessed by UK companies working in the subsea supply chain.
“Opening our Newcastle office is a vital part of GUH’s vision for the future of the subsea industry. By establishing our presence here, we are strategically placed to champion and connect subsea businesses across the UK to ensure that the country stay at the forefront of the industry and create a strong and transparent supply chain that leads the world and from which others can learn.” Neil Gordon, chief executive of GUH, said.
The presence of this trade and development body will become a focus for STEM activities where it will work with regional partners to stimulate local community interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, he noted HUH.
“The North East is fast becoming an epicenter for sustainable, clean technology and renewable energy. With our ports at both Blyth and Tyne, the hub is another reminder of how important the North East is when it comes to to lead the way in the development of innovative subsea technology and cutting-edge solutions for modern businesses,” Councilor Nick Kemp, Leader. of Newcastle City Council, he said.
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