New manufacturing and training Expo looks to bridge the skills gap
More than 40 of the West Midlands’ leading manufacturing and engineering support businesses will be showcasing their expertise at a new exhibition being held in Telford on Thursday. The Training and Manufacturing Group Expo, which is being organised by In-Comm Training and sponsored by FBC Manby Bowdler, will provide a perfect networking opportunity for the […]
Austrian-based company agrees deal for new base in Telford
An Austrian- based company specialising in the automotive and plastics industry is moving to Telford. Total Developments has confirmed it has secured the first occupier to Total Park Telford, six months ahead of practical completion of the Industrial and Logistics development. Polytec Car Styling has agreed to pre-let Unit 3, comprising 126,133 sq ft with […]
Telford student prepares for UK ‘skills olympics’ final
A Telford College health student will be flying the flag for Shropshire in the UK final of a global ‘skills olympics’ competition later this month. Callum McCarthy will be travelling to Manchester to take part in the UK WorldSkills final which starts on November 19, where winners will be chosen to represent the UK on […]
MyWorkwear Sponsors Newport Rugby Club
Leading Shropshire supplier of branded workwear, clothing and PPE, MyWorkwear, has announced its support for Newport Salop Rugby Union Football Club. With a clear focus on supporting local business, the workwear provider has announced its sponsorship of the local rugby club which includes a pitchside board, sponsorship of 22 team sheets and man of the […]
MyWorkwear shortlisted for 3 awards
Leading supplier of personalised workwear, clothing and PPE, MyWorkwear has been shortlisted for three awards at this year’s Insider Midlands Young Professionals Awards. The Shropshire based provider has been named as a finalist in the following categories at the awards that aim to recognise and celebrate young business talent across businesses based in the Midlands; […]
Big turnout for ‘Meet The Buyer’ construction event in Telford
An event in Telford helped local businesses to improve their chances of winning lucrative contracts in the construction industry. Telford College hosted the ‘Meet The Buyer’ event, organised by Shropshire Constructing Excellence and supported by Shropshire Chamber of Commerce. It attracted a gathering of more than 100 people to the college’s Wellington campus. It was […]
Tattooists banking on success in new high street shop in Newport
A pair of tattoo artists have opened a new tattoo studio in a former bank in Newport High Street. Requiem Tattoo Shropshire, owned by Alexander and Lizzi Kuzmin opened its doors for bookings on Friday, after moving into a sought-after location in Newport town centre. The husband and wife team previously worked in Shrewsbury, but were attracted to the […]
Greenhous Group donates van to Little Rascals Foundation
Greenhous Group, one of the UK’s largest automotive groups, has donated a van to Little Rascals Foundation. The foundation provides specialised care and holiday programmes, working closely with local schools and communities across Shropshire to raise awareness and advocate for the rights of children with SEND. The newly donated van, featuring a brightly coloured livery, […]
Telford manufacturing businesses react to Autumn Statement
Manufacturing businesses across Telford have reacted to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget. Award-winning commercial cheese and dairy specialist Bridge Cheese said manufacturing confidence was likely to remain low for some time in the wake of yesterday’s announcements. Managing director Michael Harte said the increase in National Insurance payments for employers coupled with pessimism about the state […]
Fast-growing Midlands law firm announces £30m strategic investment
Fast-growing Midlands law firm FBC Manby Bowdler has secured a £30 million investment to fund ambitious plans to double its size in the next 18 months. The move follows a period of impressive growth for the firm, which has bases across the West Midlands and Shropshire. Turnover has topped £16 million in the last year […]
