Jun
2010
Articles from 17th Jun 2010
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Quayside roots of maritime insurance firm
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
ONE of the world's biggest marine insurance firms is celebrating 150 years on Tyneside this year. Christopher Knox takes a look at its prestigious history and its plans for the future. Read
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Link work goes on, says BENE
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
THE man responsible for delivering the Government’s key advisory service to small firms said today it would be “business as usual” while its fate was decided. Read
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Beneficial transatlantic tie-up
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
NORTH-EAST businesses are set to benefit from business expertise from both sides of the Atlantic after an agreement was signed between two organisations to work together and share best practice. Read
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Barker and Stonehouse install green energy bulbs
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A LEADING Tees Valley retailer has seen the eco light and installed green energy bulbs across its showrooms. Read
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Teesside Boots store creates 20 jobs
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
BOOTS has opened a new store on Teesside, creating 20 jobs. Read
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Petty pretty happy to win
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
CHRIS Petty, right, has been named the Tees Valley’s face of entrepreneurship for 2011. Read
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NECC calls for jobs test before cuts begin
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A BUSINESS group, whose members collectively employ a third of the total North-east workforce, today urged the Government to introduce a jobs test ahead of any public sector cuts in the region. Read
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Ramsdens expects growth surge to go on
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A PAWNBROKING firm has opened five new shops in the last three months and now believes its can grow its sales from £27m to £45m by the end of the year. Read
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Grainger's Sovereign bid gets FSA nod
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
PROPERTY giant Grainger's bid to takeover equity release firm Sovereign Reversions has received the go-ahead from the Financial Services Authority (FSA). Read
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Quayside roots of maritime insurance firm
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
ONE of the world’s biggest marine insurance firms is celebrating 150 years on Tyneside this year. CHRISTOPHER KNOX takes a look at its prestigious history and its plans for the future. Read
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Sales soar at Sunderland car dealer Richard Hardie
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
MOTOR dealers Richard Hardie has posted record results with sales up 30% and profits soaring on the back of the successful scrappage scheme and the opening of new Tyneside outlet. Read
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Sofaitalia and Delcor team up forces
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A NORTHUMBERLAND and a Teesside business are teaming up to showcase their designer sofas. Read
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Brightlife wins place in the YENE regional finals
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A TEAM of entrepreneurs from Newcastle Church High School will represent the region's teenage talent at the national final of this year's Young Enterprise competition. Read
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Car parts maker Nifco UK to boost jobs
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A PLASTICS car parts manufacturer has announced a second multi-million pound factory to take advantage of an upturn in the car market. Read
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ADM Pressings aims to increase sales by 25%
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
THE owners of Tyneside car panel company have created 15 new jobs and expect to add to that in the coming months as they implement their growth plans with sales expected to increase by over 25% this year. Read
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Eurozone woe casts shadow over recruiter
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
RECRUITER Harvey Nash said European woes were casting a shadow over recovery despite recent signs of momentum at the firm. Read
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Sales growth slumps to 1.1pc at supermarket
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
SAINSBURY'S became the latest casualty of sliding food inflation as sales growth stuttered in its latest quarter. Read
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Bonus payouts back in the boardroom
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
BOARDROOM bonuses have started to “bounce back”, with payouts to leading company directors increasing by 22% in recent months, according to new research. Read
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House-movers help storage firm into profit
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
THE UK's largest self-storage firm returned to profit yesterday as it revealed new inquiries and reservations were near to the record levels seen in late 2007. Read
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Teesside charity benefits from new calls
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A NEW business venture from a Teesside entrepreneur is helping boost the environment and a local charity. Read
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Companies target the energy sector
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
NOF Energy, the business development organisation for the oil, gas, nuclear and offshore wind sectors, has established a new relationship with Decom North Sea to promote opportunities in offshore oil and gas decommissioning. Read
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Backlash to social media in spotlight
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
A CONFERENCE in the region next week will focus on the future of social media and highlight the importance of creating the right image for your business. Read
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Nigel Wright opens Stockholm office
Jun 17 2010 | Business News
NEWCASTLE recruitment company Nigel Wright has just been handed the keys to its new office in Stockholm and says it is now in investment mode in the wake of the downturn. Read
