IntelliAM AI wins £250k building products contracts
Sheffield software firm IntelliAM AI secures £250,000 in new contracts with major building product manufacturers, marking strategic expansion from FMCG sector.
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TUBR secures six-figure investment to expand AI tech
Sheffield innovator TUBR seals a £154,000 angel investment to accelerate its machine learning platform for food retailers, enabling smarter staffing and waste reduction. Discover how this investment fuels growth.
Raytec buys Finnish Atexor to boost EU hazardous lighting
Northumberland lighting specialist Raytec Ltd acquires Finland's Atexor Oy, expanding its EU footprint and hazardous area lighting portfolio. Discover how this strategic move accelerates global growth.
Versarien considers administration after sale fails
Troubled graphene maker Versarien is considering administration after a crucial £200,000 asset sale collapsed. The Gloucestershire firm has been battling financial crises throughout 2025.
Aldi locks Christmas prices despite Budget pressures
Aldi vows to freeze prices on hundreds of Christmas items, including turkey and trimmings, ensuring affordability for shoppers. Discover how the supermarket is expanding across the UK.
LV Shipping expands regional presence at Monkton Business Park
Teesside logistics firm LV Shipping expands its North East footprint to 25,000sqft at Infinity Park, supporting new contracts and regional economic growth. Discover the details.
EasyJet boss warns against Budget flight tax increase
EasyJet CEO cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against hiking air passenger duty ahead of Budget, as airline posts £665m profit and announces 16 new summer routes from UK airports.
M&S identifies 500 potential new UK food store locations
Marks & Spencer unveils ambitious plan for 500 new and revamped food stores across the UK, creating 800 jobs and transforming shopping experiences nationwide.
Co-op opens 11 new stores across the UK
Co-op unveils 11 new stores this week from Scotland to Bristol as part of a £200m investment. Full list of locations and calls for business rates reform revealed.
Luxury cars axed from PIP Motability scheme
BMW, Mercedes, and Audi are immediately removed from the DWP's PIP Motability Scheme. Discover the full list of changes and how it impacts UK manufacturing.
UK Critical Minerals Strategy to Create Jobs
The UK government's new critical minerals strategy, backed by a £50m fund, aims to create jobs, boost domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on China. Discover how Cornwall is leading the charge.
Hull Manufacturer Folds Following £585k Dispute
Kingston Modular Systems in Hull enters administration, resulting in 62 redundancies after a client withheld £585,000, causing critical cash flow issues. Discover the full story behind the collapse.
M&S to open 500 new Food stores across the UK
M&S launches ambitious plan for 500 new and renewed Food stores, aiming to double its food business size. 20 stores opening this year, creating 800 jobs.
Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Magnum invests £50m in Gloucester ice cream factory
Ice cream giant Magnum is injecting £50 million into its Gloucester plant, boosting production of Twister and Solero. This major investment secures the future of the nearly 500-strong workforce.
Premier Modular Secures £1bn NHS Framework Spot
East Yorkshire's Premier Modular has been appointed to a £1bn NHS framework, positioning it to deliver vital modular buildings for healthcare and public services across the UK.
New Wetherspoon pub in Spain, three hours from Birmingham
JD Wetherspoon is opening its first European pub at Alicante airport in January 2026. The 'Castell de Santa Barbera' will serve British classics and Spanish dishes. Read more.
Aldi closes Daventry store for new supermarket opening
Aldi is closing its Sheaf Street store in Daventry on November 26, with a new, larger branch opening at Abbey Retail Park the very next day. Olympic hero Sarah Jones will launch the new store.
Nissan Leaf qualifies for £3,750 UK government grant
The new Nissan Leaf, built in Sunderland, now qualifies for the £3,750 government EV grant. Boasting a 386-mile range, it offers an accessible route to electric motoring. Discover the benefits.
Wetherspoons opens first European pub in Spain
JD Wetherspoon announces its first continental European pub at Alicante Airport, serving British favourites and Spanish dishes from January 2026. Discover the new holiday hotspot venue.
Stark opens Swindon drone factory, creating 100 jobs
German defence firm Stark launches a new 40,000 sq ft military drone factory in Swindon, creating over 100 skilled jobs and boosting UK sovereign defence production.
Vuba relocates to Hull's @TheDock tech campus
Digital firm Vuba, backed by celebrity clients including Olly Murs and Harry Redknapp, has moved its headquarters to Hull's thriving @TheDock tech campus, occupying the final building and completing the decade-long development.
Wetherspoons to open 8 new UK pubs in 2026
Wetherspoons announces eight new pub locations for 2026, including a unique partnership with the University of Birmingham's student union bar. Discover the full expansion plans.
Nando's Opening 14 New UK Restaurants in Expansion
Nando's confirms 14 new UK locations after revenue hit £1.48bn. Get the full list of new restaurants opening near you and the business story behind the expansion.
Morrisons opens 250 Daily stores after closures
Morrisons is transforming 250 local shops into Morrisons Daily convenience stores in 2025, a key growth strategy following the closure of 103 sites including cafes and pharmacies.
Airbus launches second share buyback tranche
Airbus launches the second phase of its share buyback programme to support employee ownership, following a major aircraft order at the Dubai Airshow. Discover the details.
Nando's to open 14 UK restaurants as profits soar
Nando's is accelerating its UK expansion with 14 new restaurants after reporting a surge in profits. Discover the full list of new locations and the chain's growth strategy.
Nando's Announces 14 New UK Restaurant Locations
Nando's reveals plans for 14 new UK restaurants by February 2026 following strong sales growth. Discover the full list of locations and the company's financial outlook.
Unilever proposes 50 job cuts in Wirral
Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.
Euro 2028 to give Birmingham £117m boost and pride
Birmingham is set for a £117m economic boost and a major morale lift from hosting Euro 2028 matches at Villa Park, aiming to tackle inequalities and showcase the city.
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