Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) Cabinet Appoints Lance Taylor to Freeport Board
ABLE and the Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) Cabinet are pleased to announce the appointment of ABLE’s Group Chief Executive Officer - Lance Taylor to the Freeport Board, following ABLE's Neil Etherington stepping down from the role. The Cabinet ratified this appointment at their meeting on December 20, 2024.
Lance Taylor brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Freeport Board. His appointment is a significant step in the ongoing development and success of Freeports across the UK. Lance joins ABLE’s Marcus Walker, who serves on the Humber Freeport Board, as a leading figure in the establishment and growth of Freeports nationwide.
Lance Taylor's appointment underscores the Tees Valley's commitment to fostering economic growth, creating jobs, and enhancing the region's global trade capabilities. The Freeport initiative is a cornerstone of the UK's economic strategy, aimed at boosting trade, attracting investment, and driving innovation.