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A new e-bike initiative has launched to offer a safe and sustainable mode of transport for workers in the North East. After having provided support to NHS trusts and area police forces during the coronavirus lockdown, Ride Electric is bringing…

A streetwear brand says it is “forging the new era of fashion” through a move that promises to tackle the industry’s environmental impact while smoothing the path from physical to digital style. Fresh Couture is working with MetaverseMe, Venly, Global…

A County Durham metal rainscreen maker says it is well positioned for growth after equipment investments helped deliver a financial boost. BTS Facades and Fabrications saw turnover rise 20 per cent to £8.5 million last year. Bosses at the Newton Aycliffe…

Specialist recruitment and outsourced people services partner Jackson Hogg has introduced a four-day working week.   Employees have dropped from five days to four days – without receiving a salary reduction.   The change, which takes effect today (August 1), will increase productivity,…

PolyBox has received an investment of £500k to support its development of AI technology, with £300k coming from Northstar Ventures. Founded by two Newcastle University graduates, Rojin Yarahmadi and Nikolaus Benopoulos, PolyBox operates in the world of automated…

After the popularity of not only The ONE, but also the other family expressions, The ONE Tawny Port and The ONE Oloroso, The Lakes Distillery have further created a brand new edition to their spirits family. The Lakes Distillery has…

A Teesside digital firm has worked with a Scottish university to improve the recruitment and retention of disabled scientists. Animmersion supported Heriot-Watt University with interactive programmes focused on changing academic managers and key stakeholders’ perceptions. The Middlesbrough-based business has created two…

Canaccord Genuity is pleased to welcome Graeme Summers to its UK & Europe capital markets business as Managing Director and Head of UK Regions. Graeme will be responsible or expanding Canaccord Genuity’s corporate advisory and broking coverage with a…