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September 18, 2019

Business & Economy

Nexus says ‘no decision made’ on Metro contract amid claims Hitachi Rail has missed out

Tyne and Wear Metro bosses have denied reports the operator has snubbed a North East trainbuilder for a Β£362 million rolling stock deal. Nexus says it has made β€œno decision about who might be awarded the contract” amid reports Hitachi…

June 26, 2023

Business & Economy

DME Systems on growth trail after Jarrow move

A subsea engineering firm says it will create jobs after switching headquarters to meet rising demand.

January 19, 2021

Technology

Emma does Darlington Building Society proud by helping to tackle loneliness

A caring employee at Darlington Building Society has told how volunteering to help tackle loneliness in the community has enriched her life. Emma Robinson, who works as a People Talent Officer for Darlington Building Society, started volunteering as a befriender…

February 7, 2022

Business & Economy

Career change truck drivers celebrate licence success

A former insurance broker and a taxi driver are now behind the wheel of some of the largest trucks in the Moody Logistics and Storage fleet after gaining their Class 1 HGV licences.

March 17, 2023

Build & Sustainability

Esh Construction starts Β£42 million affordable housing schemes in Middlesbrough

Work is underway on 250 affordable homes following Esh Construction being appointed by Thirteen to deliver two developments in Middlesbrough.

May 18, 2018

Business & Economy

Growing and scaling is the theme of day 4 at Newcastle Startup Week

The penultimate day of Newcastle Startup Week has lost no momentum, with Thursday focusing on growing and scaling up startups. We highlight some of the guest speakers on day 4 Colin Bell kicked off Thursday’s event by discussing his own…

October 28, 2022

Business & Economy

Beanies sets sights on global growth after award success

A flavoured coffee firm is eyeing fresh international ties after securing a top award.

June 29, 2022

Business & Economy

Guest contributor: Angela Howey

Regeneration: On track for change As the cradle of the railway, Darlington was a major catalytic force in driving a new era of employment and economic growth nearly 200 years ago. So it’s rather fitting…