Over the past year, the Tees Valley programme has delivered a strong calendar of high value events designed to connect local businesses with supply chain opportunities, specialist expertise, and sector‑leading insights.

From targeted workshops to industry visits, engagement across the region has continued to grow, reflecting strong interest from SMEs seeking support, connections, and pathways into new markets.

With nearly 190 businesses signed up to the programme and 17 events delivered so far, the programme is continuing to strengthen local business networks and foster meaningful collaboration. To date, more than 250 have engaged with the programme overall.  

A diverse range of workshops has helped businesses across the Tees Valley enhance their capabilities, covering themes such as productivity, quality management, procurement and tendering, digital transformation, and sector‑specific supply chain awareness.

One attendee shared their experience:

“The session gave me a boost to clearly plan projects in the business. Breaking down the projects has highlighted the right direction we’re already implementing in the business such as automation of processes.”

Looking ahead to the new year, the Tees Valley Supply Chain Showcase is gathering momentum as it prepares for its return on 12 February 2026 at Hardwick Hall. The 2024 event attracted around 200 attendees and brought together beneficiaries, industry leaders, and stakeholders to explore opportunities in advanced manufacturing, energy transition, digital innovation, construction and defence. Popular elements such as the Meet‑the‑Buyer sessions will return, offering SMEs valuable opportunities for direct conversations with major buyers.

We look forward to delivering even more workshops and events in the coming year. To find out more about upcoming events, including the showcase, visit: teesvalley-ca.gov.uk/business/events/category/supply-chain/

About Tees Valley Supply Chain

Tees Valley Supply Chain is delivered by RTC North on behalf of the Tees Valley Mayor and Combined Authority, and the Tees Valley Business Board.

If your business is based in Tees Valley (Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland or Stockton-On-Tees), support is fully funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Support is conditional based on eligibility and suitability checks, and for one-to-one productivity support the completion of a diagnostic.