Posted on February 4, 2026
The Port of Tyne has announced the appointment of Elaine Scott as its new Director of Innovation. Elaine will lead the Port’s sustainable innovation agenda and run the National Maritime Innovation Hub.
The Port of Tyne has announced the appointment of Elaine Scott as its new Director of Innovation. Following her promotion from Innovation Partnerships Manager, Elaine will lead the Port’s sustainable innovation agenda and run the National Maritime Innovation Hub.
Supported by a dedicated team, she will drive forward a range of programmes including Venture Connect, alongside international collaboration initiatives such as the Ports Innovation Partnership. Elaine brings over twenty five years’ experience across economic development and regeneration, with a strong focus on technology-enabled innovation and sustainability-led initiatives.
Before joining the Port of Tyne, Elaine was Director at Space North East England based at NETPark, the region’s first science park. She is currently completing a Doctorate in Business Administration at Durham University, with research focused on innovation ecosystems for emerging sectors.
Matt Beeton, Chief Executive Officer at the Port of Tyne, said: “We’re delighted that someone of Elaine’s calibre is taking the National Maritime Innovation Hub forward into its next phase of development. Her passion for innovation and clear understanding of how strong ecosystems drive growth will be invaluable as we continue to position the Port and the Hub at the forefront of sustainable innovation.”
Elaine Scott commented: “I’m thrilled to take on this role and lead the National Maritime Innovation Hub. This is an exciting time for the maritime sector, as technologies that improve productivity and support sustainability are rapidly moving from concept to application. I look forward to driving innovation as we work towards the Port of Tyne becoming the UK’s first Smart Port. By building strong partnerships and supporting sustainable solutions, we can position the UK at the forefront of maritime innovation.”
