Hull and East Yorkshire dazzle at global property event to unveil major investment pipeline

HEY Invest courted international investors at MIPIM 2026, one of the world’s biggest real estate events

Civic and industry leaders have showcased the region’s wide portfolio of investment opportunities on the international stage at one of the world’s biggest property events. MIPIM 2026 saw more than 20,000 delegates from around the globe – including real estate investors, developers, public and private sector leaders – gather in Cannes last week for the huge annual networking event.

Hull and East Yorkshire was among the UK regions to descend upon the South of France for the major real estate event, where the region was able to present a raft of investment opportunities on the global stage under the HEY Invest brand. The region showcased a number of key, long term visions and developments which are ripe for investment, while also celebrating the area for its vibrant towns and cities, stunning coast and idyllic countryside.

Areas highlighted to the industry audience included Humber Freeport, including Hull East and the Port of Hull, and Yorkshire Energy Park, where Sewell Group has a 30.4 hectare greenfield site with outline planning in place for industrial use, plus “immediate developable opportunities”.

At the Goole Tax Site, the authority highlighted the Goole Rail Village, with marketing materials telling how it “provides a compelling proposition for further investment from the UK Rail Sector and related supply chains, anchored by the RaisE innovation hub.” Other projects shown on the international stage included the East Bank neighbourhood and Albion Square in Hull, where the plans include over 220 new homes alongside new educational, cultural and commercial space.

The region’s investible propositions list included Goole 36 Hotel, a 100-bed £14m hotel which could be built at the centre of Goole Rail Village and Humber Freeport tax site. In the Hey Invest brochure, the proposed hotel is described as a “prime, demand-led hotel opportunity opposite Siemens’ Mobility, underpinned by international corporate demand and long-term industrial growth.”

Bridlington Marina proposals were also put forward as a key catalyst for coastal economic revival, with the south prom set as the preferred location.

The authority’s brochure says: “A new marina at Bridlington represents a major opportunity to unlock coastal regeneration, strengthen the visitor economy and reposition the town as a year-round destination. Feasibility work confirms strong unmet demand for marina berths on the Yorkshire coast and identifies Bridlington as a highly attractive location due to its sheltered waters, town centre proximity and tourism appeal.

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“Delivered at the South Promenade, the scheme would act as a real opportunity for private investment, supporting leisure, hospitality and residential development while enhancing the harbour’s role as an economic and community asset.”

Councillor Anne Handley, East Riding of Yorkshire Council leader, was in Cannes for the property event, where she said the authority met international investment delegations from around the world. She also had talks with TV presenter and well-known property entrepreneur and architect George Clarke, who expressed interest in visiting the area.

Cllr Handley said: “Securing new investment and opportunities for our residents is a key priority for East Riding of Yorkshire Council and the Hull and East Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

“As Leader of the Council and portfolio holder for economic development, it’s important that we are representing our region where major investment opportunities are being discussed. MIPIM brings together more than 5,000 investors from around the world and, through the Place North delegation, we are working alongside civic leaders from across the North and Midlands to showcase the opportunities across Hull and the East Riding.

“During the event we have met international investment delegations from countries including Albania, Japan and Italy, as well as industry leaders such as Tom Bloxham CBE and George Clarke, who have expressed an interest in visiting the region to explore the investment opportunities we have to offer.

“These conversations help build the relationships that can support regeneration, create new jobs and drive long-term economic growth for our communities.”

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