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Smarter Supply Chains for UK Businesses
PJB Logistics Solutions Ltd, a recently established consultancy, reflects this growing demand by supporting organisations in identifying inefficiencies and delivering operational improvements. With a focus on hands-on implementation, the business represents a broader...
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Smarter Supply Chains for UK Businesses
PJB Logistics Solutions Ltd, a recently established consultancy, reflects this growing demand by supporting organisations in identifying inefficiencies and delivering operational improvements. With a focus on hands-on implementation, the business represents a broader...
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Worcestershire’s Award-Winning Technology Programme Welcomes New Cohort of Innovators
Eight ambitious tech businesses from across the region have been selected to join Worcestershire’s award-winning business support programme, BetaDen Accelerate, marking the start of an exciting new chapter for the county’s innovation landscape. Enabled by funding from...
NMITE Partners with Octopus Energy to Launch a New Bursary for Aspiring Women Engineers
The New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) today announces a new bursary, in partnership with Octopus Energy, to open pathways for aspiring women engineers. The Octopus Energy Bursary provides a total cash award of £5,000 to four women joining as a...
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Thursfields Corporate Team assists with Simon Lancaster’s Acquisition of Worcester City Football Club
Thursfields Solicitors corporate and commercial team, led by Philip Chapman, Corporate Director, and supported by Hannah Clark, Corporate and Commercial Associate Director, advised Simon Lancaster, CEO of SJL Insurance, on his purchase of a 51% majority stake in...
University Students to Bring Colour and Celebrate Heritage with Mural on City Wall.
A graffiti covered wall on a busy Worcester walkway is going to get a vibrant and colourful makeover thanks to work by city students and an internationally renowned local artist. Rob Draper, who is from Worcester, has been working with art students from the University...
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Brand new Chamber Champions Awards to recognise outstanding community contributions
The Chamber Champions Award Ceremony is a new virtual event that has been designed to celebrate the incredible support shown by the two counties’ businesses and their individuals over the past number of months, which could include businesses providing PPE, shifting...
2020 Employer Skills Survey
Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW) are gathering information on the skills gaps and training needs SMEs face in Worcestershire, particularly in relation to the use of digital technologies. As part of this assessment, we are asking our colleagues, business support...
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BCC and Drax: Breaking down climate barriers for businesses
As part of the Race to Zero, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in collaboration with energy company Drax Group, is calling on the government to use the 5th anniversary of the Paris Agreement to work in partnership with businesses to achieve the UK’s climate goals, as many firms continue to manage the impact of Coronavirus.
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BCC and Drax: Breaking down climate barriers for businesses
As part of the Race to Zero, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in collaboration with energy company Drax Group, is calling on the government to use the 5th anniversary of the Paris Agreement to work in partnership with businesses to achieve the UK’s climate goals, as many firms continue to manage the impact of Coronavirus.
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Churchfields highway improvements picks up pace
Works to make improvements to transport links in the Churchfields area of Kidderminster are set to take a huge step forward this week. One of the key elements of the Churchfields Highway improvement Scheme is the creation of a new link access from the A456 Ringway...
Worcestershire LEP launches new Annual Report and Delivery Plan documents
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP) has launched its new Annual Report and Delivery Plan documents. Both documents form part of the requirements from government to outline what the WLEP has achieved in the past financial year and the aims for the...
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Welcome new Members!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Members! Areterra – Areterra’s aim is to support a growing number of people from the semi-rural area of Worcestershire, suffering from a variety of differing medical conditions including those with learning...
Unleash Innovation in your Business with Expert Support and Funding
Whether you’re developing ground-breaking technologies, introducing revolutionary services, or perhaps you are just looking at new ways to streamline your processes, the Innovation Worcestershire Programme can be a part of your journey. Grant funding from £1,000...
Community Project Event Evening. We need your support!
Did you know there’s a community hub a short free kick away from St. Andrew’s stadium in Birmingham? It’s called The Willows Centre and it needs your support. The centre is being developed by Birmingham Children’s Trust (England) and its connected charity...
Trueline Products Have The Winning Edge
Trueline Products is thrilled to have won the coveted ‘Component Supplier of the Year’ award at the 2023 INCA Awards, marking an unprecedented hat-trick victory for the third consecutive year. This accolade holds special significance as it is nominated and...
Trueline Products Apprenticeship Academy: Empowering Young Talent in the Manufacturing Industry
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, investing in young talent is crucial for the growth and success of any industry. Trueline Products, based in Kidderminster, has been at the forefront of supporting and nurturing young individuals, providing them...
Economy Set to Miss out on Millions in Warehouse Crisis
Lack of available warehouse space will cost England’s economy £480 million each year Demand for sub-100k sq. ft. warehouse space suppressed by average of 38% Co-location in smaller warehouses accounts for 16% of new floorspace in England since 2020 New research...
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