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16 January, 2026

Occupier discussions begin following approval of 400,000 sq ft East Yorkshire business site

The developer behind a newly approved 400,000 sq ft business site in East Yorkshire has confirmed discussions are under way with potential occupiers for the first unit. 
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19 November, 2025

Invest East Yorkshire and Partners Boosting East Riding High Streets

High streets across the East Riding are thriving thanks to Invest East Yorkshire and partners.

14 November, 2025

Goole Housing Growth Accelerates as £200m Development Reaches 300th Sale

Goole’s transformation continues to gather pace as The Greenways, a £200 million residential development by Beal Homes, reaches a key milestone of 300 homes sold.
East Riding of Yorkshire Council Leader Cllr Anne Handley cuts the ribbon to officially open Evolve @ Melton West with, from left, the council’s Chief Executive Designate Paul Bellotti, Wykeland Group Managing Director Dominic Gibbons and Wykeland Development Director Jonathan Stubbs.

26 September, 2025

East Riding of Yorkshire Council Backs £10m Evolve Development at Melton West to Boost Business Growth

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has underlined its commitment to driving growth and investment in the region by supporting the completion of Evolve @ Melton West, a £10m development delivering 85,000 sq ft of sustainable business space.

29 July, 2025

Finbarr Dowling appointed as Chair of Humber Freeport

Finbarr Dowling, the Siemens leader behind £1bn of inward investment in the Humber, has been appointed Chair of Humber Freeport to drive the next phase of growth and innovation.
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17 June, 2025

Invest East Yorkshire Business Centres Reach 92% Average Occupancy

Business centres managed by Invest East Yorkshire have achieved an impressive average occupancy rate of 92%, highlighting the ongoing demand for high-quality business accommodation across the region.
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17 June, 2025

7 Reasons the Inward Investment Cycles Take 7 Years

Inward investment headlines often mark the end of a long journey — not the beginning. From due diligence to site development, large-scale projects can take up to seven years to deliver real economic value. This article explores the seven key reasons behind that timeline and why patience pays off, with insights from Invest East Yorkshire.

21 May, 2025

Siemens Mobility Receives Special Recognition Award for Impact in East Yorkshire 

Siemens Mobility has been honoured with a Special Recognition Award at the 2025 East Riding of Yorkshire Council Chairman’s Awards, in recognition of its significant contribution to the local economy and community. 
Wykeland Development Director Jonathan Stubbs, left, with Medequip Operations Manager Thomas Stafford outside the first unit to be completed at the £10m Evolve development

7 May, 2025

Community equipment provider finds space to grow as Evolve’s first occupier

The UK’s leading provider of community equipment loan services has become the first occupier of a new development within the fast-growing Melton West business park in East Yorkshire.
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7 May, 2025

Integra Buildings honoured with King’s Award for championing sustainability in construction

East Yorkshire-based modular construction business Integra Buildings has received royal recognition for its pioneering approach to sustainability.
Ferriby Meadows aerial view

4 March, 2025

Ferriby Meadows rises rapidly as Beal buyers home in on £40m development

The first homes are taking shape at family-owned housebuilder Beal Homes’ latest luxury development, Ferriby Meadows, which will bring 115 high-quality homes to one of East Yorkshire’s most desirable villages.
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4 March, 2025

Invest East Yorkshire: £1 billion of Investment since 2020 

At Invest East Yorkshire, our Inward Investment Team plays a vital role in attracting, supporting, and facilitating both UK and Foreign Direct Investments in the region. As a dedicated resource for businesses looking to establish or expand their operations, the team provides expert guidance and practical support to help companies navigate the investment process effectively.