AcoustaProducts owners look to future after long-term Telford commitment
A Telford engineering business has been given a major boost after its parent company made a long-term commitment to the firm’s Stafford Park base. AcoustaProducts is now poised to prosper after an announcement by its owners, Avon Group, that it has acquired the freehold on the firm’s manufacturing premises which will now be transformed in a ‘world-class’ environment. In […]
Shropshire Chamber appoints four new directors
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce has appointed four new directors as part of a refresh of its governing board. The appointments were ratified by members at the Chamber’s annual meeting, held at Hawkstone Park. The new directors are: Matt Laws: vice principal at Shrewsbury College, where he leads on technical and vocational education and training Felicity […]
Transicon’s Jennifer Hughes named among Britain’s Great 100 manufacturing leaders
Transicon which specialises in cutting-edge automated control systems is celebrating after its general manager was recognised among the country’s leading manufacturing figures. The Telford-based company says Jennifer Hughes’ inclusion in Britain’s Great 100 Manufacturing Leaders list reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence. Launched by the Made in Group, the Great 100 recognises individuals […]
Telford businesses gain valuable insights at Procurement and Social Value Workshop
Businesses from across Telford joined a procurement and social value workshop designed to help them strengthen bids and better understand what buyers look for when awarding contracts.
Bouji Store aims to set new clothing trend in Wellington
A new clothes shop is aiming to bring a trendy new vibe to Wellington after opening its doors on the high street. Bouji Store, which specialises in young and trendy clothing for the under 45 age group as well as children, has received a Pride in Our High Street start-up grant to move into a new home […]
It’s time to celebrate Shropshire business success
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce will be unveiling plans for its 2026 business awards at a launch night in Shrewsbury on January 22. The competition will be officially launched at an evening reception at Hencote vineyard and restaurant in Shrewsbury, starting at 5.30pm. Tickets for the launch event are free, and available on a first come, […]
Structural engineers set to scale up with funding from the Midlands Engine Investment II
A structural engineering consultancy that has worked on landmark sites including Hong Kong Airport and ‘lights corner’ at Piccadilly Circus has secured a £400,000 loan to help it expand and take on larger and more complex contracts. Design 4 Structures (D4S) has raised the funding from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, through fund manager […]
University receives £500,000 high-tech learning and teaching funding boost from Office for Students
“This funding will help us to deliver high-quality AI learning in the heart of the community we serve – and help businesses and organisations visualise and test products before they are even built. Together, they will equip the next generation of learners with the skills employers are telling us they need – and businesses with […]
Costs still outpacing turnover for ‘worried’ Shropshire businesses
Costs are still outpacing turnover growth for Shropshire businesses, prompting many employers to shed staff or scale back on recruitment. This was one of the headline findings from the latest quarterly economic survey carried out by Shropshire Chamber of Commerce. The survey – which feeds results into national policy-makers – collected the majority of its […]
Telford Small Business Spotlighted at House of Lords
Local firm celebrated at event for the nation’s favourite businesses ahead of Small Business Saturday. Jeevan Punj, founder of Elite Hampers joined a special reception hosted for hundreds of small businesses at the House of Lords on Tuesday, in the lead-up to Small Business Saturday this weekend. Taking place on 6th December, the campaign celebrates […]
