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A business that has pioneered the development of communications and IT services in Hull and East Yorkshire since 1904 is stepping up to play a major role in an event inspiring the future digital skills base.

KCom will be the leading connectivity partner for Tech Week Humber, a week-long festival of events which returns on Monday, November 7. It will highlight products and services from exhibitors in industry and education.

Tech Week Humber's backing forms part of a programme of activities to mark the tenth anniversary of the launch of KCom's Lightstream full fibre broadband, which has transformed technology across the region.

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Neil Bartholomew, KCom retail managing director, said: “We’re delighted to be partnering with Tech Week Humber once again for a fantastic week of events that will showcase the pioneering spirit of the region.

“As a company that’s been at the heart of the local community for nearly 120 years, it’s always great to be able to take part in events like this that promote local talent and give the next generation of tech innovators a helping hand to go on and achieve great things.

“In a year when we’re celebrating the tenth anniversary of our Lightstream full fibre broadband, we know just how important it is to keep pushing the boundaries of tech that’s given our region a worldwide reputation for excellence.”

KCom’s original £85 million fibre rollout made Hull the º£½ÇÊÓƵ’s first digital city and the company’s subsequent £100 million expansion programme is extending the benefits of FTTP broadband, with the full fibre footprint covering around 300,000 homes and businesses.