Manchester and Opportunity London have secured a dedicated space at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 20-22 May 2025, in Leeds.

Manchester will be represented by The Manchester Invest Partnership which is headed up by Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Combined Authority and co-ordinated by Marketing Manchester. They will join forces with regional growth organisation, Opportunity London at the event for a third year in a row.

The Manchester Invest Partnership brings together Greater Manchester’s local authorities and private sector partners to present a strong vision for the future. By highlighting the region’s wealth of ready-made investment opportunities and sharing joint ambitions for growth, The Manchester Invest Partnership helps to position Manchester as a leading global destination for investment and a leader in English devolution. Leaders from Manchester City Council and Greater Manchester Combined Authority will lead the delegation in hopes of forming new, long-term partnerships.

Opportunity London is a public-private partnership that promotes sustainable investment in real estate, regeneration, and green infrastructure across London’s boroughs. It aims to attract international capital by highlighting London’s potential for generating strong environmental, social, and commercial returns. Opportunity London offers insights into economic development strategies and investment opportunities throughout the city, showcasing top current projects and connecting investors with key leaders and organisations driving these changes.

Both organisations will play host to the Canary Bar area on the UKREiiF site, where they will have ample space and time to welcome the Manchester and Opportunity London delegations, allowing them to meet potential regional investors and future business partners.

Speaking of their involvement Victoria Braddock, Managing Director, Marketing Manchester said: “Greater Manchester is excited to be returning to UKREiiF in 2025. Our shared presence at The Canary with Opportunity London provides an unrivalled opportunity for our local authorities and private sector partners to network and make connections that support Greater Manchester’s growth ambitions. UKREiiF is an event that many of our partners find incredibly valuable as it brings the right people to one place with a shared purpose.

“By allowing our leaders to join insightful conversations, UKREiiF gives us a platform to share knowledge and transformative projects that confirm Greater Manchester’s position at the forefront of inclusive, economic growth. We’re looking forward to setting out our placemaking ambitions at UKREiiF again in 2025, as well as taking a strong delegation of partners to represent our region and share its united vision with investors, property professionals, and other city-regions.”

Jace Tyrrell, CEO, Opportunity London, said: “We are delighted to once again partner with Marketing Manchester to host the Canary Bar at UKREiiF 2025. 

UKREiiF provides us with the opportunity to build powerful partnerships across the UK as we seek to continue to drive investment into London and beyond. We look forward to hosting discussions, panels, networking and roundtables, as well as presenting the latest investment opportunities for London and connecting with our partners to deliver positive growth for London and the UK.”

Nathan Spencer, Managing Director at UKREiiF said: “We are thrilled to welcome back both The Manchester Invest Partnership and Opportunity London to UKREiiF. Their presence at the forum provides an invaluable platform for showcasing the incredible investment potential of both Greater Manchester and London. By collaborating and hosting the Canary Bar area, they will create a unique space for discussions and networking that could lead to significant partnerships and investment opportunities. UKREiiF is all about fostering connections that drive regional growth and sustainable development, and having these two dynamic organisations involved further strengthens that mission.”

UKREiiF is supported by some of the biggest UK property and infrastructure companies, the fourth annual event will be held in Leeds on 20-22 May 2025. The forum will attract inward investment, generate economic growth, and drive a more sustainable and inclusive culture within the property and construction industries.

For more information, please view the event here: https://www.ukreiif.com/