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January 13, 2022

Business & Economy

Foundation announces new partnership with Helen McArdle

Sunderland AFC’s official charity, Foundation of Light, has today announced a major new partnership with Helen McArdle and the McArdle family who have donated £500,000 to support Foundation programmes, creating life opportunities for thousands of young people across the north eas

August 13, 2021

Business & Economy

North East appointments at national homebuilder

Miller Homes has announced two new key appointments in its North East region to support its ambitious growth plans. Sales director, Aisling Ramshaw, and commercial director, Glen Hyland bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to drive sales and opportunities…

April 5, 2022

Business & Economy

25 years of #BreakingtheBias

With International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month having just taken place, Katherine Birchall, global director of freight, demurrage and defence at North, reflects on her experience as a senior female in a…

March 2, 2024

Business & Economy

Technology, taste and transforming the plate

As plant-based food gains traction, MYCO Holdings opts for a greener approach to manufacturing. Chief executive David Wood highlights the firm's focus on taste and sustainability, aiming to meet diverse consumer needs and revolutionise the industry beyond veganism.

July 31, 2018

Business & Economy

Financial boost for talent recruitment in County Durham

A Teesside University service for County Durham SMEs is increasing the financial support available for graduate recruitment. For a limited time, the “cap” on Innovate Durham’s maximum subsidy is being lifted, so that eligible businesses receive  50% of the cost…

June 19, 2023

Build & Sustainability

Two Homes by Esh developments pump £38.2 million back into local economy

Work on two Darlington housing developments has resulted in £38.2 million being invested into the local economy.

June 8, 2018

Business & Economy

College students help to preserve local heritage  

Students at a North East college are doing their bit to preserve and restore the region’s natural, industrial and cultural heritage. Bricklaying and catering students from Gateshead College have been working on The Land of Oak & Iron, a conservation…

January 8, 2024

Promoted

Steering a course to success

Founded more than 60 years ago to provide tailored support for the North East business community, independently-operated insurance broker Lycetts has evolved to ensure that farm and estate operators are comprehensively protected against industry fluctuation. Here, Steven Hugill speaks…