PRINCE Andrew, the Duke of York, will be helping to celebrate the region's export success when he presents the awards at the annual North East Exporters' Dinner tonight.
The event, hosted by Trade Partners UK and the North East Chamber of Commerce, is expected to attract more than 300 businessmen and women to Durham's Ramside Hall Hotel.
The value of exports of goods and services from the North-East has topped £8bn, and the region boasts top place in England for the value of exports per company, which stands at £3.19m.
John Williams, Trade Partners UK's international trade director, said: "This event is a wonderful opportunity for those involved in international trade in the North-East to come together to celebrate that success and to recognise the specific achievements of individuals and companies through the Export Awards."
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