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June 29, 2020

Business & Economy

New details announced of £260 million Gateshead Quays development

New details have emerged of the £260 million Gateshead Quays development that will open in winter 2023. The international conference and exhibition centre will be capable of hosting up to 5000 delegates, with a high level of flexibility across a…

April 1, 2019

Business & Economy

North East housing association to invest over £1billion by 2024

Thirteen, the largest housing association in the North East, has announced plans to invest over £1billion into improving homes for its existing customers, building new homes, making improvements to neighbourhoods and into the support services it offers for its…

January 28, 2016

Business & Economy

Thor saves jobs and eyes future growth

The car accessories supplier sets up a new branch in Sunderland to expand its local and national customer base A car parts and accessories firm which saved 21 jobs in Sunderland when a competitor went out of business is now…

August 7, 2020

Business & Economy

Government criticised at North East business member organisation AGM

The Government’s support for the North East business community has been criticised at the annual general meeting (AGM) of the North East England Chamber of Commerce. James Ramsbotham, chief executive of the Chamber, laid bare the frustration of members who…

November 2, 2023

Business & Economy

Atom vows to deliver ‘even more compelling offer’ after £100 million-plus support

A challenger bank says it will “create an even more compelling proposition for savers, homeowners, first-time buyers and SMEs” after securing more than £100 million support.

March 7, 2017

Business & Economy

Naylors’ industrial agency team secures top spot in deals competition 

The competition is run by online property magazine, EGi, part of the Estates Gazette media group, and the results are based on transaction volumes across all commercial property sectors. Keith Stewart, director in industrial agency at Naylors said: “This is…

February 10, 2023

Business & Economy

Aon ‘cements position in Stockton business community’ with office move

A professional services firm says it has taken “a step forward” after officially opening a North East base.

October 17, 2016

Business & Economy

Northern Powerhouse conference launches inaugural awards

A major awards scheme has been launched to recognise the companies and individuals who are pushing the Northern Powerhouse agenda forward. Nominations are now open for The Northern Lights 2017, which is hosted by The UK Northern Powerhouse International Conference…