BUSINESSES across the North-East are being the offered the chance to attend a masterclass in innovation leadership.

Business Durham is holding an event for engineering and technology companies to learn about innovative thinking and how it is supported by strong leadership.

The event takes place at North-East Technology Park (NETPark), in Sedgefield, County Durham, on Wednesday, March 27.

Cllr Neil Foster, Durham County Council’s cabinet member for economic regeneration said: “The innovation masterclass is the latest exciting opportunity offered at NETPark, supporting businesses and helping put County Durham firmly on the map as a hub for innovative companies.”

The class is part of the wider NETPark Net Innovation Academy programme, which provides a series of workshops designed specifically for companies who are developing a range of products and services.