Construction is expected to start this spring on the new Newcastle Gateshead Quays waterfront conference centre, arena and hotel.
The £260million scheme will comprise a 12,500-seat arena, 2,800 sq-mt of flexible meeting space, 6,300 sq-mt of exhibition space along with two new hotels and multiple restaurants.
The new conference centre will be located on the banks of the River Tyne at the heart of NewcastleGateshead; between Sage Gateshead and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art. It is expected to open in 2024.
We will monitor progress and report back.