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June 2, 2022

Build & Sustainability

Gateshead’s Advantex warmed by new energy deal

A technology firm has tapped into a new market after securing a five-figure energy contract.

December 13, 2021

Business & Economy

TMD Friction secures a further £1m investment in new paint line

Automotive manufacturer TMD Friction is ending 2021 with the confirmation of a further £1m of investment in a new paint line. The commitment from the Hartlepool-based company’s global group takes the total money secured this year to over £3m and…

June 7, 2023

Build & Sustainability

New skills centre opens in Sunderland to futureproof a greener construction workforce

A new skills centre has opened in Sunderland which is helping budding construction professionals get to grips with new skills in a live and exciting environment. Born out of a collaboration between North-East training provider RE:geon and regeneration specialists RE:GEN…

February 9, 2022

Business & Economy

North East training provider opens new Sunderland centre

A long-established North East training provider has swung open the doors to its third Sunderland facility, as it looks to help people get back into work. 

October 24, 2019

Business & Economy

Gainford Group acquires historic Newcastle building

Leisure operator Gainford Group has recently acquired Moot Hall, a Grade 1 listed building dating back to 1812 that was once Newcastle’s Crown Court. The building is one of Newcastle’s most iconic. Situated opposite the Vermont Hotel, another property owned…

January 18, 2017

Business & Economy

Newcastle and Sunderland rise up ranks of UK’s most productive centres

The report assesses the UK’s 65 largest towns and cities outside London to provide a health check of their local economies and identify the most robust, best-positioned locations, which support growth, and provide the greatest opportunities for businesses to…

October 22, 2020

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Job Support Scheme transformed in new Sunak spending round

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has unveiled a fresh package of state support for businesses and individuals in response to the growing economic impact of the resurgence of coronavirus in the UK. Many parts of the country now find themselves under either…

April 25, 2019

Business & Economy

The business of sport – Newcastle United partners with the Chamber

Newcastle United has joined forces with the region’s largest independent business organisation to help maximise the benefit of sport and leisure to bring investment and economic growth to the region. The club has become a partner member of North East England…