The North East Combined Authority (North East CA) exists to champion the full potential of our region. Working closely with our local authorities, partners and industry, we bring people, places and opportunities together to create a better way of life. Connecting communities, strengthening skills and improving wellbeing, so the North East of England is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest.
For international investors, the North East CA provides a coordinated, strategic approach to growth. We develop and promote investment‑ready propositions, aligning land, infrastructure, planning and workforce programmes to ensure companies have everything they need to succeed here. Through collaborative delivery across the public and private sectors, we offer a supportive environment for investment to help accelerate progress and unlock the region’s strengths in clean energy, advanced manufacturing, digital, life sciences and more.
The North East is open for business. A welcoming home to global trade, and ready to support new ideas, investment and innovation.
