EMN Business Breakfast – New Horizons in the Energy Sector

Hosted by industrial marketing company Horizon Works and the Energy Central Learning Hub in Blyth. This event will explores opportunities and developments in the North East England’s renewable energy sector showcasing the exciting progress being made at Port of Blyth.

· Paul Valentine, Head of Operations at Energy Central Campus, will show how the campus – which includes the Energy Central Learning Hub and the planned £25 million Energy Central Institute in Blyth – is creating a talent pipeline for the clean energy sector, driving STEM engagement and delivering pathways to employment for the local community.

· David Williams, Commercial Manager at Port of Blyth will provide an overview of new developments at the port, its role in offshore wind and its support for the engineering and manufacturing supply chain. David will also explore the opportunities for companies to integrate into the Energy Central cluster around the Blyth Estuary, and how they can grow their businesses in Blyth.

· EMN affiliate Horizon Works will present on marketing in the renewables sector, with a particular focus on offshore wind. The team will be providing advice on shaping marketing tactics and messaging for engagement with the supply chain, and will guide delegates on new marketing trends and developments. The team will also talk about their own experiences of relocating to Blyth.

· Delegates will also get the chance to take a tour of the state-of-the-art Energy Central Learning Hub facility, which includes electrical and mechanical workshops, classrooms, digital skills training facilities and an immersive Clean Energy Visitor Centre.

Plus, there’ll be time for networking and refreshments. There is free on-site parking at the site.