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April 23, 2020

Business & Economy

Wingrove Motor Company hands over space to drive up NHS medical gown production

A family-owned car dealership group is helping drive forward efforts to support the NHS during the coronavirus outbreak. Wingrove Motor Company has seconded its main distribution centre into a makeshift protective equipment manufacturing hub. Once fully operational, bosses say the site…

April 26, 2021

Business & Economy

PD Ports celebrated for community support at NEPIC awards ceremony

A port operator has been honoured for its community work. PD Ports, which owns and oversees Teesport, picked up the communities and reputation accolade at the virtual NEPIC Industry Awards last week. The business was commended by judges for an β€œoutstanding…

August 23, 2019

Business & Economy

Tees Components shortlisted for apprenticeship award

A family-run heavy engineering company has been recognised for its focus on apprenticeships. Tees Components is on the shortlist for the North East final of the National Apprenticeship Awards 2019. The firm, based in Skelton, east Cleveland, has been nominated in…

September 28, 2020

Business & Economy

Tees Components bolsters ranks with arrival of apprenticeship duo

A heavy engineer has bolstered its ranks with the addition of two apprentices. Tees Components has welcomed Nieve Williams and Aaron Oakes. The duo have joined the company, based in North Skelton, east Cleveland, as part of its annual apprentice recruitment…

March 24, 2021

Business & Economy

Northern Film + Media welcomes BBC’s commitment to the North

Northern Film + Media welcomed the news of the BBC’s plans to commit more to the North and specifically the North East, following the announcement of their ambitious β€œAcross the UK” plan, with cautious optimism. The BBC’s plans will see…

February 4, 2021

Technology

Mobile and content technology company launched to transform customer experiences

A new immersive technology company based in the North East is aiming to transform the way customers engage and experience entertainment, sport, visitor attractions, hospitality and retail. Fame Media Tech, launched by entrepreneur Bryan Hoare, is on a mission to…

September 16, 2019

Business & Economy

Sintons continues commitment to emerging legal talent with trainee appointments

Four new trainee solicitors have joined Sintons, as the law firm continues its commitment to supporting the development of legal talent. The trainees – Rose Foster, Ellen Marriott, Lewis McKeown and Sam Watts – were all offered training contracts with…

April 2, 2019

Arts & Culture

Gateshead based brewing company secures loan from Business Enterprise Fund

A North East brewery which specialises in handcrafted ale is expanding its business after securing a Β£35k loan from the Business Enterprise Fund (BEF). The Great North Eastern Brewing Company (GNEB), based on Wellington Road in Gateshead, was established in…