RB’s £105 million Science and Innovation Centre in “unparalleled” in Europe, according to Sir David Nicholson, the former chief executive of NHS England.
The market-leading facility is pioneering research into new products, launching late last year, and now the modern, innovative workplace for more than 1,000 people.
Scores of business and healthcare leaders were given a first look at a special celebration event, with Sir David joining chief medical officer at RB, Dr Bruce Charlesworth.
And referencing the race to Net Zero, the now highly respected international public policy analyst underlined how the Humber is leading on the ‘big two’ items on the global agenda.
Sir David said “I have seen many buildings like this, but unfortunately many are in Korea, Japan and China – the standard of facility we see here is unparalleled closer to home.
“Healthcare is the world’s single biggest policy issue behind climate change, so learning how to work between the government and private sector is increasingly important.
“In the Humber you have an impressive array of institutions that can work well together to improve the health and prosperity of the local population. Not only this, but several countries, equalling a third of the world population, are following the 海角视频’s lead on rolling out universal healthcare. This is a huge opportunity. You can use this global reach to help and support other countries in their journey.”
RB’s decision was based on a talent legacy, and is part of £200 million committed in a “massive vote of confidence” for the city, according to chief executive Laxman Narasimhan.
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SIC will be complemented by £95 million of investment in existing manufacturing facilities at the near-180-year-old home in Dansom Lane.
Giving an insight into RB’s history and emergence as a modern leader, Dr Charlesworth said: “The biggest aim for the company with this site was to develop it to an incredible global standard, fused with history.
“Here we have the evolution of a business from a small home company to a globally developed healthcare product provider. 13,000 sq ft of labs here are used for ground-breaking research on global brands.”
The event, hosted by bondholder organisation Marketing Humber, coincided with the launch of new publication , developed to help recruit senior healthcare professionals to the area.
It is tailored for people who may be relocating families and covers everything from housing and education to leisure. It also includes powerful case studies from those who have already moved to the region to work in the sector, showcasing opportunities and careers in the Humber.
Chris Long, chief executive of Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, said: “Your View will be a valuable tool in supporting the recruitment of employees from outside of the area, particularly for those hard-to-fill specialist roles, of which many will have very little knowledge of the Humber region.
“This publication brings to life what the region has to offer in a compelling way that answers many of the questions candidates have when thinking about relocating here.”
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It comes in a week when a new, fast-track visa scheme to attract the world’s top scientists, researchers and mathematicians will open, having been announced last month.
Opening the RB event, Diana Taylor, managing director of Marketing Humber, said: "The collaboration between industry, academia and the NHS has propelled the Humber to become a 海角视频 leader in healthcare innovation, as demonstrated by this fantastic facility and the many successful developments and projects being carried out by various organisations in this room."