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July 8, 2019

Business & Economy

North Shields’ Elfab launches ‘innovative’ pharma product

A North East manufacturer of industrial pressure relief solutions has launched a new product it says will meet the needs of the global pharmaceutical industry. Elfab has made the Pure-Gard pressure relief device for use in sanitary manufacturing environments such…

July 23, 2021

Business & Economy

New challenger bank GBB appoints Sue Hayes as chief executive officer

GBB, a new bank focused on lending to underserved regions of the UK, has announced the appointment of Sue Hayes as its CEO. GBB will be a dedicated lender to SME property developers in key underserved UK regions, with…

November 29, 2022

Business & Economy

City Hall wins latest design award

City Hall has added another coveted design title to its roster of accolades, scooping an AJ Architecture Award. The Riverside Sunderland office was named ‘best civic building’ at this year’s AJ Architecture Awards’ which celebrate the very best in architecture…

January 20, 2022

Business & Economy

Viessmann acquires UK home renewable energy services business from Pacifica Group

Global manufacturer Viessmann has completed a management buyout of County Durham-based Pacifica Group’s Home Services division in partnership with its existing senior management team.

March 31, 2020

Business & Economy

Newcastle City Council already actioning support for businesses and employers affected by COVID-19

Newcastle City Council has announced it has made direct payments to more than 450 businesses to help them through the coronavirus pandemic. Several loans and schemes have been made available by the Government for councils to administer. This includes grants of…

November 26, 2018

Business & Economy

Ryder Architecture unveil stylish designs for tech giant HQ

With completion wrapping up, the design team have unveiled the CGI for new £7m campus in Sunderland detailing the building’s stylish and modern interiors. Finishes, furniture and lighting throughout the new campus reflect the understated grace that is this project’s…

April 25, 2018

Technology

Tyneside digital branding studio embarks on recruitment drive

The Newcastle based digital branding outfit and Digital Union member Layers Studio expects to at least double its workforce in the next six months as the company responds to international demand for its services. Led by its Founder and Creative…

July 26, 2021

Business & Economy

UK-first creative and digital degree apprenticeship launched in the region

Newcastle College University Centre is launching the UK’s first Creative Digital Design Degree Apprenticeship this September, allowing young people to learn and practice the creative and technical skills that are in high demand by the region’s employers. Getting into…