A MANUFACTURER of water coolers and dehumidifiers is using green energy technology to help turn around its fortunes after shelving its expansion plans and cutting 100 staff over the last two years.Read
NORTH-EAST business leaders have welcomed Lord Mandelson’s new blueprint on the future of the UK’s universities which includes focusing funding on key areas such as science and engineering - and encouraging stronger links with industry.Read
CLOTHING maker Barbour says it is holding its own against tough competition in the recession-hit fashion market after seeing a healthy rise in profits last year.Read
OUTDOOR clothing chain GO Outdoors is set to create more than 40 jobs in Newcastle as part of its aggressive expansion plans to open 19 new stores by 2011.Read
TROUBLED outdoor chain Blacks Leisure has finalised plans for a rescue deal to “ensure the survival” of its core business and preserve more than 4,000 jobs.Read
The two months before Christmas are still the most important for retailers but, after last year’s slump saw the end of big names such as Woolworths, bosses are approaching the festive period with trepidation. Chris Knox reportsRead
A CLEANING company expects to create more than 50 jobs over the next 12 months after transforming its business model and setting up a catering franchise.Read
TWO members of the region’s largest business membership organisation have realised the benefits of belonging after working closely together to improve management skills through the downturn.Read
A DARLINGTON company has proven to be a real innovator after investing in a modern IT infrastructure which has increased turnover to £18m in just two years.Read
FLEXIBLE working practices have helped the North East Chamber of Commerce (NECC) raise staff retention rates from 76% last year to 90% this year, as well as winning it a prestigious award.Read
A PAINT manufacturer expects to add another £5m to its £25m turnover after investing in a new aerosol paint-making facility and becoming a market leader on the DIY market. Read
