AN ambitious public-private sector partnership programme has been launched, aimed at boosting the dynamic transformation of the Liverpool City Region.
With a pipeline of £11bn worth of projects over the coming decade, the region stands at the dawn of a new era in economic growth.
That powerful message was the cornerstone of a Liverpool City Region Combined Authority event held at Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium, where attendees were told the Region was on the cusp of ground-breaking innovation and an era-defining period of regeneration.
Alongside details of the Liverpool City Region Capital & Real Estate Investment Programme, investors, business leaders and developers learned of a unique opportunity to collaborate and engage with peers at major industry events – MIPIM 2026 in Cannes and UKREiiF 2026 in Leeds.
Mayor Steve Rotheram said unprecedented demand across various real estate sectors had been driven by technological advancement, a robust commitment to sustainable development, and strategic infrastructure investments.
Mayor Rotheram said:- “This is about showing the world that the Liverpool City Region is open for business and brimming with opportunity. We’ve built an £11 billion investment pipeline and we’re ready to go further – working hand-in-hand with investors, developers and communities to deliver projects that create jobs, homes and inclusive growth for our area. The launch of the Invest LCR Partnership marks the next step in that journey – bringing the public and private sectors together to deliver the scale of change our region deserves.”
Health and Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Digital Creative and Technology, Maritime, and Net Zero are driving growth and reshaping the region's real estate landscape.
These sectors are also creating demand for diverse spaces – from office and residential developments to research facilities and mixed-use areas that integrate digital infrastructure, smart building technologies, and sustainable design principles.
Liverpool City Region – which is committed to achieving net-zero by 2035 – is pioneering green infrastructure projects, integrating renewable energy into real estate developments and offering green financing mechanisms to drive sustainable construction.
Meanwhile, the Region’s transport infrastructure is undergoing a revolutionary upgrade, with a new rail station, a £500m fleet of trains with battery-powered trains, enhanced ferry services and an integrated bus network opening new development corridors, connecting businesses and people.
A standout example of the Region’s economic dynamism is the Life Sciences Innovation Zone, which is set to attract £800 million in public and private investment.
With 21 transformative projects, the initiative will generate 8,000 new jobs and drive demand for specialised real estate – from laboratory spaces to research facilities.
The region has also set out an ambitious goal of delivering nearly 8,000 new homes each year, which has been boosted by a £700m injection announced by Government, at the end of last week.
This combined with a vibrant cultural scene and a plethora of award-winning parks, beaches and golf courses, ensures the region remains an increasingly appealing destination for all.
Closing the event, Leader of Liverpool City Council , Cllr Liam Robinson, told assembled business leaders and other stakeholders:- “Our offer is that when you work with us, invest in the Liverpool city region or set-up a new business, you’re welcomed into an ecosystem of some of the most influential institutions in the world. We have clusters of economic opportunity that put us in pole position to grow as a City and Region. These clusters, converging with our world leading innovation assets on our doorstep, and stable and strong leadership and partnerships, put us in a golden position to grow. And our plans for growth will make the Liverpool and the City Region the best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business.”
Find out more about becoming part of the Capital and Real Estate programme in the Liverpool City Region.
