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Freeport East is one of twelve freeports in England. It is a hub for global trade and national regeneration, and a hotbed for innovation that will impact the region and the UK.
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Freeport East creates 1,800 jobs in a year of growth

Freeport East has attracted £250 million in private investment and created 1,800 jobs across its development sites in 2024, with international firms from Australia, Turkey and Germany choosing to invest in our region.
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Freeport East signs deal to boost funding for green businesses

Freeport East has partnered with advisory firm greenCrowd to help small and medium-sized businesses access funding for sustainable projects. The collaboration aims to unlock new investment opportunities through a dedicated impact fund launching in 2025.
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