As the latest phase of onshore construction of RWE’s Sofia Offshore Wind Farm gets underway, two of its key suppliers have given Tees Valley businesses an insight into local contracting opportunities with the project, a £3 billion investment in the UK’s energy infrastructure.

Construction of the first phase of a £80m industrial development is underway in Sunderland. The work is part of a two-phased plan to deliver 620,000 sq ft of industrial and advanced manufacturing space close to Nissan and is expected to create 1,600 new jobs in Sunderland.

A family-owned fire safety firm is aiming to double its turnover by reaching new markets with the help of a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.

A prominent Newcastle company is regenerating areas of the city centre and North Tyneside through a programme of new developments and refurbishments thanks to a £23.16 million funding package from HSBC UK.

Fairstone, one of the UK’s fastest growing wealth advisory firms, today announces the appointment of leading executive Steve McNicol, who joins the business as Chief Development Officer.

University journalism students were encouraged to shoot for their career goals during a talk from a recognisable TV football presenter.

Square One Law is hosting special information sessions to advise North East businesses how they can support Ukrainian refugees secure visas to the UK.

An employability programme is tackling unemployment rates head on, having supported 66 local job seekers into career starter roles.

A college has unveiled plans for a £3.2 million base to train the energy workers of tomorrow.

Sunderland College’s innovative 360-degree teaching and learning environment has been shortlisted for a prestigious international award.

An aesthetics clinic has been shortlisted for an industry accolade.

A digital engineering services firm is welcoming its first intake of T-Level students.

Knight Frank has secured a significant new letting in County Durham on behalf of rapidly expanding two-man delivery service specialist, Panther Logistics.

Hay & Kilner Law Firm has helped Northumberland Wildlife Trust use a £2 million donation to buy a 327-hectare area of land in an iconic Northumberland location.