North Yorkshire Council has approved five-year tenancy agreements for businesses at Whitby’s £10m Maritime Hub, overriding the option for three-year leases. The decision aims to foster long-term stability for businesses in the area and attract maritime-focused enterprises to the region.
The facility, supported by £17.1m from the government’s Towns Fund, will offer a mix of workshop spaces, training facilities, and marine tanks. Designed to serve as a centre for maritime innovation, the second floor will provide office space for marine start-ups and related industries.
Though some local opposition was raised, the Council’s approval underscores the potential for significant employment opportunities in the region. A maritime business has already expressed interest, meeting the facility’s water-compatible use criteria, although details remain undisclosed.
Work on the hub is scheduled for completion by spring 2026, with construction progressing steadily. The approved tenancy agreements are expected to help establish the hub as a key economic driver in the area.
