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July 1, 2023

Business & Economy

Developing Consensus commits to driving regional growth in devolution era

A property and development organisation has set out its agenda to drive regional growth alongside the emerging mayoral combined authority, re-engaging its 100-plus membership to support and amplify new opportunities devolution may bring to the North East.

September 1, 2023

Business & Economy

EMCON to open up new horizons for engineering and manufacturing sector

Engineering and manufacturing SMEs will have the opportunity to win business from major national and international businesses at EMCON.

October 29, 2021

Business & Economy

£15 million ‘world-class’ Wearside training centre to move forward

Leaders of major institutions in Sunderland have welcomed a £20m commitment announced in Autumns Budget that will support delivery of a cutting-edge training facility that will provide ‘next generation skills for next generation homes’ as part of Sunderland’s ambitious city centre housing ecosystem.

June 28, 2024

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Championing armed forces integration

“As a Gold Covenant holder, Esh is committed to setting an example for our industry, not only in supporting ex-services personnel but in helping our industry thrive too,” says HR director Chris Watson.  She adds: “We’re undergoing a skills…

August 7, 2019

Business & Economy

GM Packaging secures new clients for its sustainable products

North Shields-based GM Packaging has secured substantial contracts with blue chip clients including Marks & Spencer. The company, which specialises in biodegradable products as opposed to plastic, was set up by Graham Montague 25 years ago. The business started by producing…

February 2, 2022

Business & Economy

HqO helps power workplace experience at Newcastle’s Portland House

A commercial real estate software firm is supporting a business base's multi-million-pound redevelopment.

September 6, 2016

Business & Economy

Family law team shortlisted for national legal award

The Family Law team at David Gray Solicitors has been shortlisted for a prestigious national legal award that recognises their specialist work. The annual Family Law Awards acknowledge the important work of family lawyers, and celebrate the successes and…

September 5, 2019

Business & Economy

Port of Tyne granted AEO customs check status

The Port of Tyne – one of the UK’s busiest ports – has been granted Authorised Economic Operator (‘AEO’) status as part of its preparations for Brexit. AEO status is an internationally recognised quality mark, awarded by HMRC; it means…