Humber: Securing a Brighter Future

Future Humber, the Humber Energy Board and Humber Freeport are joining forces in collaboration at The Business Day 2025. With two newly elected metro mayors now in place, this marks a new era for our region. It is a moment of real opportunity for the Humber to step forward with confidence, clarity and unity.

Together, we are working to amplify the voice of the Humber. Our breakout session, Humber – Securing a Brighter Future, invites attendees to help shape the next chapter through powerful conversation, shared ambition and collective action.

A Session Shaped by Tomorrow’s Leaders

This dynamic session gives the mic to the next generation. Young leaders from across the Humber will challenge today’s decision-makers on the issues that matter most, from skills and sustainability to innovation and culture.

It is a bold, fast-paced format that brings emerging and established voices together in a space built for honest questions, practical insights and real-time audience input. The aim is clear – to spark tangible commitments that drive a stronger, more inclusive future for the Humber.

Why Now?

The Humber is at a pivotal point. As the UK’s Energy Estuary and a global gateway for trade, the region is uniquely positioned to lead in decarbonisation, industrial innovation and workforce transformation. But realising this potential depends on working together across the North and South Bank, across sectors and across generations.

This session is part of that effort, creating space for the voices that will help shape what comes next.

Session Objectives:

• Reinforce the importance of pan-Humber collaboration on shared priorities like connectivity, skills, health, culture and industry
• Provide a platform for next generation voices to influence regional direction
• Highlight how key sectors are aligning with the ambitions of future leaders
• Inspire place-led commitments to secure a brighter regional future

Who’s Involved?

Senior Leaders:

Next Gen Leaders:

Why It Matters

Future Humber, the Humber Energy Board and Humber Freeport are working together to unite businesses, policymakers and communities behind a shared regional vision. This session is a direct call to help shape that vision – by listening, challenging and stepping forward together.

Because a stronger Humber is one where every generation has a voice.