Digital and creative services
Digital, creative and cultural industries are key to the future economic success of Stockton-on-Tees.
This diverse sector includes a wide range of businesses such as:
- advertising and marketing
- architecture
- software and computer services
Our region holds an annual international festival of outdoor art called Stockton International Riverside Festival (SIRF) and has a proud railway legacy. There are also several museums, galleries, libraries and an exciting programme of live music events.
Businesses
There are many creative businesses in Stockton-on-Tees including the successful ecommerce and digital marketing company, Visualsoft.
Well-established companies like Communicate PLC and MAP (UK) Group are leading the provision of high-speed network infrastructure and cyber security protection.
With an elevated waterfront setting on the River Tees, Fusion Hive provides offices with great access to the A66, A19 and Portrack Lane. It is home to many exciting and emerging digital businesses including Studio Anyo, Circle Cloud, Datum360 and Yellow Box Marketing.
On track to soon become a billion-pound company, Opportuni uses the latest in digital tech to open the door of tenders to small businesses. The business is based in the Borough at Surtees Business Centre and recently opened their first offices in Delaware, USA.
Venues
If it's the creative arts that you're interested in, venues such as ARC Stockton Arts Centre and Preston Park Museum host space for the exhibitions and heritage to be enjoyed. The newly refurbished Stockton Globe is the largest live music and comedy venue in the Tees Valley, showcasing internationally renowned acts.
The regeneration of Stockton High Street will bring an open, outdoors event space three times the size of Trafalgar Square ready to host SIRF and other creative performances.
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