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November 17, 2016

Business & Economy

The Business of Life comes under the spotlight

The challenges and opportunities of running a major multi-disciplinary business will be coming under the spotlight for Service Network members and non-members in a special breakfast event at the International Centre for Life in Newcastle. Life’s chief executive Linda Conlon…

August 27, 2020

Business & Economy

South Shields’ Ford Engineering celebrates 110th anniversary

A family engineering and manufacturing firm founded with a £25 loan is celebrating more than a century in business. Ford Engineering has reached its 110th birthday. The South Shields-based firm was founded by Robert Ford. Set up with a £25 loan from Robert’s…

March 5, 2023

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Guest contributor: Driving ahead with transport change

With the transport sector accelerating towards a greener future, the need for sustainable power has never been more important. And one company helping the transition is Altilium Metals. The firm is bringing a 250-job plant to the Tees…

December 7, 2018

Business & Economy

North East Times Impact Awards 2018

North East Times hosted its inaugural Impact Awards, sponsored by Sunderland College, last night (December 6) to celebrate individuals who have made a significant mark this year. More than 150 people attended the informal ceremony at the BALTIC River Terrace,…

May 14, 2020

Business & Economy

North East clothing manufacturer secures loan to protect jobs and plan for future

Northern Clothing Company has secured financial support from Lloyds Bank to be able to safeguard jobs and prepare for its post-lockdown future. The North Shields-based sports clothing manufacturer has been hit hard by the coronavirus lockdown owing to the fact…

March 24, 2020

Business & Economy

Muckle LLP shortlisted for national charity award alongside household names

Muckle LLP has been shortlisted for a national award, alongside ITV and Aviva, in recognition of its support for the local community. The Newcastle-based firm has a long history of supporting charitable cause across the region and actively encourages volunteering…

January 6, 2021

Business & Economy

Baker Greggs axes jobs and issues COVID-19 profit caution – but remains ‘optimistic for growth’

A high street baker has warned profits are not likely to return to pre-COVID-19 levels until 2022 at the earliest as the pandemic – which has forced it to make hundreds of redundancies – continues to impact on trade. Greggs…

March 26, 2018

Business & Economy

Olympic gold medalist Jonathan Edwards CBE announced brand ambassador

Olympic gold medalist, Jonathan Edwards CBE, has joined forces with Team Cycles, based on the Team Valley in Gateshead, as its brand ambassador Team Cycles offers a wide range of road, mountain, hybrid and cross bikes including the latest models from top…