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North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC)

North East BIC is a not‑for‑profit business support organisation helping people to start, grow and innovate across North East England.

From:
Department for Business and Trade
Published:
15 September 2026
Type of support:
Expertise and advice
Business stage:
Not yet trading, Start-ups (1-2 years trading) and Established
Industry:
Agriculture and food, Business and finance, Construction, Education and Health
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Hospitality and catering, IT, digital and creative, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Mining, Real estate and property, Science and technology, Service industries, Transport and distribution, Travel and leisure, Utilities providers, and Wholesale and retail
Number of employees:
0 to 9 employees and 10 to 249 employees
Region:
North East

Who it’s for

Available for all stages of business including businesses not yet trading who are based in the North East of England.

What can you get

It provides general start‑up and SME support, including one‑to‑one advice, workshops and practical guidance on areas such as business planning, finance, sales and growth, alongside innovation and product development support and help for social enterprises and purpose‑led businesses. Support is often complemented by flexible workspace, networking and events.

Organiser

North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC)

Find out more on the North East BIC website

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