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The Belfast Region at UKREiiF

UKREiiF connects people, places and businesses to accelerate and unlock sustainable, inclusive and transformational investment.

The 2025 conference is supported by a high number of regional combined authorities, local councils, and Government departments, as well as the largest developers and investors from across the UK and internationally. 

It will gather key players, influencers, and decision-makers in investment and real estate markets to highlight opportunities, while facilitating new relationships to drive economic growth through development and regeneration.

The Belfast region presents an exceptional opportunity for investment, with unmatched potential on the international stage.

Boasting a dynamic, youthful, and highly educated population, a thriving economy, and an array of world-class projects across industries and tourism, the region is primed for continued growth and development.

And this is an exciting time for the Belfast region.

Home to Northern Ireland’s capital city – Belfast – and a well-connected, compact network of vibrant towns and cities. Located between Europe and the rest of the UK, we are perfectly positioned to grow significantly as a trading hub and global centre of innovation.

Our region is home to a thriving ecosystem of indigenous companies, global brands, world-class researchers, and emerging start-ups. They can take advantage of our unique position - both geographically and politically – under the Windsor Framework, which gives our businesses access to trade in both the UK and European Union; a unique investment opportunity. Our businesses benefit from unique access to both the UK and European Union markets under the Windsor Framework, offering unparalleled trade opportunities.

We have a robust talent pipeline and two world-renowned universities producing highly skilled graduates who are rapidly contributing to the region’s success, as well as contributing globally through research. Our education system is highly attuned to the changing needs of business and the new world of AI and robotics. Our city centre is also experiencing a residential transformation, with demand for build-to-rent accommodation growing rapidly.

A £1bn Belfast Region City Deal is creating world-class visitor attractions, regenerating our towns and cities and enhancing regional connectivity and infrastructure. We are also investing in our digital innovation capability through regional innovation hubs and testbeds.

The Belfast City and Region Place Partnership brings together key public, private and third sector representatives – all passionate about creating places where people want to live, study, work, visit and invest.

With an enviable track record of attracting global investors, significant growth ambitions, and a £5.5bn investment and development pipeline available over the next decade, we invite you to join us as we build a greener, more inclusive region together.

Interested in learning more or organising a meeting with a representative from the Belfast region at UKREiiF? 

Get in touch before the conference by emailing [email protected].