Business innovation in the North East from Vision

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A clear vision of the future

A FAMILY-RUN glass firm that counts Wembley Stadium and The Sage Gateshead among major projects it has worked on, is reaping the benefits of rebranding itself for the 21st Century. Read

New lease of life for computers

AS YOU read this, hundreds of African school kids are tapping away on keyboards that, until recently, were collecting dust at the offices of Newcastle-based energy efficiency giant Eaga plc. Read

Brush firm makes sweeping change

A FAMILY-OWNED brush manufacturer – which is run by the sixth generation of its founding family – has moved out of Wearside for the first time in a century and a half. Read

How the Newcastle University lion met the Singapore Merlion

THE Newcastle University Singapore Translational Research Initiative intends to create a development facility to change the frame of reference for technology transfer and communication in its international context. Read

North East Vision Summer 2007

Cued up for success

The recent World Snooker Championships in Sheffield saw John Higgins lift the crown, yet the North-East boasts its own world snooker champion, as Iain Laing reports. Read

Location is the start

Location is a crucial factor when it comes to business. And millions of pounds of investment are creating world-class business parks and office accommodation right around our region. From space for small start-up firms to global headquarters for major multinationals, the North-East can provide both - plus everything in between. Read

North East Vision Spring 2007

Can you resist the lure

Travelling at speeds of up to 80mph with his face inches from the ground - that's what the adrenaline-pumping hobby of Chris Dobson involves. Read

Drive to develop green engine for racing car

A County Durham company is leading the world in its drive to develop the first biodiesel engine to power a top racing car. Read

North East Vision - Winter 2006

Booming trade

A coffin maker has increased productivity by 20% since securing a £180,000 finance package from business angels. JC Atkinson has recently moved from Sunderland - where it was based for almost 70 years - to 38,000sq ft premises in Washington. Read

Time off - Brothers keep contest alive

For Stephen Aitken, the Highland Games isn't just a hobby, but a passion stretching back generations. Sarah Judd finds out why the farmers' auction mart managing director and former world champion is at the top of his game. Read

North East Vision - Autumn 2006

Linking business

Business Link - North-east England is one of the most dynamic regions in Europe. A thriving centre for digital media, life sciences, renewable energy and process industries, the region enjoys an international and long-standing reputation for innovation. Read