Provision of Events Conference Organiser for Northern Powerhouse Energy Conference in Hull

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KINGSTON-UPON-HULL CITY COUNCIL awarded a contract to Connect Public Affairs Limited for the provision of an events conference organiser to facilitate the Northern Powerhouse Energy Conference in Hull.

The contract, valued at £68,000, required a company with a proven track record in organising low carbon energy and business conferences, including existing relationships and networks with key players in the energy sector.

The Humber LEP hosted the conference on behalf of the Northern Powerhouse 11 (NP11), with support from Government departments and expected ministerial involvement.

The event took place over 2/3 days in Hull during the week commencing 4 November 2019, with each day tailored to a different audience and set of outcomes.

The objectives included showcasing the Northern Powerhouse's capabilities in energy, decarbonisation, and clean growth; setting out an NP11/Northern Powerhouse approach to re-establish the North's leadership; engaging northern businesses in the clean growth agenda and supply chain opportunities; providing networking and presentation opportunities for businesses and academics; attracting domestic and overseas delegations for trade and investment in association with the Department for International Trade; and offering a platform for Government ministers to discuss policy with an influential Northern business and stakeholder audience.