South East local and regional authorities are joining forces with private sector affiliates to showcase the region to over 10,000 investors, developers, occupiers and local authorities at UKREiiF 2024.

Under the Invest in the Gatwick Diamond umbrella, this is the region’s first-ever delegation to The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) in Leeds from 21-23 May 2024.

This landmark delegation will bring together a coalition of county councils, local authorities and private sector affiliates from across Sussex, Surrey, Kent, and South London, including Crawley, and Develop Croydon.

Spearheaded by the Gatwick Diamond Initiative and branded under Invest Gatwick Diamond, the region’s presence will be coordinated by Croydon-based White Label Creative.

The mission is to bolster the growth of both emerging and established companies, cementing the Gatwick Diamond as a top-tier location for business, life, and global investment. The initiative collaborates closely with business leaders, educational institutions, local authorities, and government entities to meet the region’s multifaceted needs.

The Invest Gatwick Diamond group has secured exhibition space at UKREiiF, where they will engage with over 10,000 attendees – investors, developers, business occupiers and local government representatives – over three days.

Brett North, the Chairman and Chief Executive of the Gatwick Diamond Initiative, emphasised the significance of this participation: “Real estate and infrastructure play a critical role in regional development. That’s why we’re seizing this opportunity at UKREiiF to highlight our region’s unique selling points and its rich investment potential. We have so much to be proud of here in the Gatwick Diamond, and we are committed to meeting and partnering with like minded organisations throughout the world.”

London Gatwick were one of the first private sector organisations to announce their support of the delegation. Alison Addy, Head of External Engagement and Policy at London Gatwick, said: “As the region’s economic anchor, London Gatwick is proud to be a partner and advocate for a thriving and resilient local economy. It is important that we promote the region to drive inward investment and position it as an attractive place to live, work and invest. So, we’re looking forward to doing just that in partnership with the local authorities and major stakeholders in the Gatwick Diamond region at UKREiiF in May.”

Keith Griffiths, CEO and Founder of UKREiiF said: “We’re pleased to announce that the Gatwick Diamond region will be represented at UKREiiF 2024. The coalition’s commitment to economic growth and regional development perfectly aligns with the spirit of collaboration and innovation that defines our event.”

Organised by Built Environment Networking and backed by leading UK property and infrastructure firms, the third annual UKREiiF will not only foster inward investment but also stimulate economic growth and champion a sustainable, inclusive approach within the property and construction sectors.


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