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22nd March 2023

RAPID TRANSACTION CREATES NEW HUB TO BRING HISTORY TO LIFE!

A commercial deal completed by award-winning Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultancy, Wells McFarlane in just 17 days has secured a new hub in Melton Mowbray for historical re-enactment company, UP AN’ AT ‘EM! HISTORY.

21st March 2023

First Affordable homes handed over on former Rolls Royce site

Derby Homes has teamed up with Keepmoat Homes to deliver affordable homes on the former Rolls Royce site which once built engines for the iconic Spitfire plane, used during World War II.

21st March 2023

Renato Software Ltd acquires Improve Productions Ltd

The UK’s leading provider of safeguarding and class monitoring software has acquired online training platform Improve Productions Ltd – with plans for “substantial growth”.

21st March 2023

Bringing Great British Railways HQ to Derby ‘cements its position as national centre of rail industry’, says East Midlands Chamber

Commenting on the Department for Transport’s announcement today (21 March) that Derby will be home to the new Great British Railways HQ, East Midlands Chamber chief executive Scott Knowles said: “This is fantastic news for Derby, cementing the city’s posi

20th March 2023

Nottingham developer digs deep to help ice skating team’s world championship bid

ALB Group has donated £5k towards the Nottingham-based British Synchronized Ice Skating team after it appealed for funds to attend the World Championships in the US later this month.

17th March 2023

NELSONS BAGS SIX-WEEK DEAL FOR PRE-LOVED FASHION RETAILER

A FLAGSHIP store for charity fashion retailer White Rose, has been successfully secured and opened for business in less than six weeks thanks to a deal by leading East Midlands law firm, Nelsons.

15th March 2023

EAST MIDLANDS TECH SPECIALISTS JOIN EXCLUSIVE APPLE COMMUNITY

Northampton based, Public Sector specialists Kingsfield IT has announced it has joined the Apple Consultants Network (ACN).

15th March 2023

Works progress on second phase of Horizon 29 in Derbyshire

Pivotal construction works led by McLaren Construction (Midlands and North) are progressing well for Phase 1B of the prominent industrial and distribution hub, Horizon 29, in Bolsover, Derbyshire.

14th March 2023

Aggregate Industries Strengthens Asphalt Offering with IAT Partnership

Aggregate Industries, one of the UK’s largest asphalt providers, has partnered with the Institute of Asphalt Technology (IAT) to grow and strengthen asphalt excellence.

13th March 2023

Eden PR Appointed by Global HR & Recruitment Giant

9th March 2023

Medigold Health acquires Health Management in bold move to become the UK’s largest independent Occupational Health Provider

Northamptonshire-based Medigold Health, a leading name in the UK occupational health sector, has today announced the successful acquisition of Health Management, in a move that will see the business become the country’s largest independent provider of wor

9th March 2023

Marchini Curran Associates partners with JUNO Women’s Aid to create safe spaces for all

Nottingham-based architects and interior designers, Marchini Curran Associates, has teamed up with local charity JUNO Women’s Aid, for a long-term partnership based around creating safe spaces for those in need.

8th March 2023

Derby’s leading retail and leisure destination has announced its new charity partner for 2023.

After receiving more than 40 applications from local charities, Derbion Cares has selected Children First Derby as Derbion’s charity partner for 2023.

8th March 2023

Trident completes extensive refurb at one of Europe’s largest retirement villages

Trident Construction Services has completed its largest refurbishment contract to date after a £2.2m modernisation project at Lark Hill Retirement Village, near Nottingham.

6th March 2023

Nottingham Trent University partnership sees The Dairy guest lecturing as part of CUC relationship

Nottingham Trent University and The Dairy Creative Agency are joining forces to deliver lectures to students at the Communication University of China (CUC), as part of a long-standing partnership between the two universities.

6th March 2023

Blueprint Interiors complete flagship BUPA wellness centre in Cheshire

Leicester based workplace consultants and commercial office fit-out specialists Blueprint Interiors has completed the six figure fit out of a new Bupa assessment centre in Cheshire jointly with Enigma Wellness.

2nd March 2023

New 46,000 sq ft factory for Terinex Flexibles

Terinex Flexibles, which has recently rebranded from QC Flexible Packaging, has started building its new £8m state of the art facility at a 3-acre new site on the Dove Valley Park, near Derby.

2nd March 2023

MHR secures Ideal Modular Homes contract for People First & Managed Payroll Services

The UK’s most advanced modular housing manufacturer, Ideal Modular Homes (IDMH), has chosen to implement MHR’s People First & Managed Payroll Service solutions.

28th February 2023

Celebration of Culture and Communities

We are delighted that the Celebration of Culture will be returning for 2023. This event is an opportunity for businesses to celebrate all of the amazing people and cultures that make the East Midlands fantastic.

28th February 2023

Plans for huge warehouse and logistics development in Spalding go to consultation

A public consultation is set to launch on plans for a 750,000 sq. ft development that will bring new jobs and investment to a site known as Lincs Gateway on the edge of Spalding.

28th February 2023

New Brexit agreement marks positive step for businesses but more work needed to help exporters, says Chamber

Commenting on the Government’s publication of the Windsor Framework as a proposed agreement on the Northern Ireland protocol between the UK and EU, East Midlands Chamber director of policy and external affairs Chris Hobson said: “As part of the British Ch

24th February 2023

OMEETO Land Deal Is Roaring Success

Licensed zoo keeper Reece Oliver is forging ahead with plans to build a world class sanctuary for endangered animals after securing a 23 acre plot of land in Broxtowe in a deal agreed by commercial property consultants OMEETO.

21st February 2023

FSBs offer for the Love Business network expires on February 28th

Federation of Small Business (FSB) are extending their show offer of a £30 discount on membership to Love Business Expo followers, until the end of this month.

16th February 2023

Planning granted for £2.25m 10,000 sq ft landmark mixed-use development in Mapperley, Nottingham

Hillcrest Properties has been granted planning permission for a 4,000 sq ft restaurant and bar, four apartments, four offices and a 1,000 sq ft retail unit on the site of the former Lloyds TSB Bank at 31 Plains Road.

15th February 2023

Birds Bakery launches on Uber Eats

East Midlands’ favourite Birds Bakery has announced a new partnership with Uber Eats, allowing people to have Birds treats delivered directly to their door.

15th February 2023

G F Tomlinson appointed to progress multi-million-pound planetarium in Nottinghamshire

Pre-construction work has officially started on the multi-million-pound planetarium at Sherwood Observatory Science Discovery Centre in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire.

14th February 2023

The Stay Company grows its portfolio of quality serviced apartments with announcement of new site in Nottinghamshire.

Derby-based high quality serviced apartment provider, The Stay Company, is celebrating continued growth after adding another site to its property portfolio.

13th February 2023

Browne Jacobson’s real estate specialists advise Chesterfield Borough Council on prestigious new development - One Waterside Place

Browne Jacobson has advised Chesterfield Borough Council on the One Waterside Place development in Chesterfield since 2020.

9th February 2023

Derbyshire industrial scheme begins to take shape

A high-quality industrial scheme in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, is beginning to take shape with the steel frame now erected.

8th February 2023

Landa Associates off to a great start with deal to help family business grow

Commercial property specialists Landa Associates have completed an off-market deal to let 9,000 sq ft of space at Moorgreen Industrial Park to local family business Prosign Print & Production Limited.

8th February 2023

INDUSTRIAL SECTOR ACCELERATES IN DERBY’S COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MARKET

Derby's industrial real estate take-up continued its acceleration last year and has ‘never been better’ according to new market analysis.

8th February 2023

Just Vehicle Solutions goes full throttle with expansion

The Newark-based car and van leasing company, run by father and son Terry and Jake Matthews, has expanded its premises and car and van rental service to support the rising local demand for short-term car rental.

7th February 2023

Hinckley business forges partnership with global tech leader

Hinckley business Savage Lighting, a specialist in the design and manufacture of custom high-end lighting solutions for luxury yachts across the world, has been appointed an integration partner by global automation provider, Crestron Electronics.

7th February 2023

Record breaking year for global engineering company sees further expansion at its Global Technical Centre

Global process engineering company, Briggs of Burton is increasing its pharmaceutical manufacturing capability with further expansion plans at their multi-million-pound Global Technical Centre this week.

6th February 2023

Midlands tech specialists report a 192% increase in turnover as team continues to expand

Public Sector specialist, Kingsfield IT, is pleased to report a record year for growth, following a series of high-profile new business wins and several strategic appointments to their leadership team in 2022.

6th February 2023

Hospital Services Limited (HSL) doubles-down on commitment to growth in GB following launch of East Midlands Headquarters and expansion of local team

Growing on and replicating their success achieved through over 60 years working in partnership with healthcare suppliers on the Island of Ireland, Hospital Services Limited (HSL) have announced ambitious plans to grow the company’s footprint in the UK ove

6th February 2023

Final Commercial Units Sold at in Glenfield Business Start-Up Development

The final unit in a development of seven commercial buildings within Glenborough Court, Glenfield, Leicester has been sold by specialist land development and property consultancy Mather Jamie on behalf of Lagan Homes.

4th February 2023

Land deal to bring forward new Nottinghamshire light industrial scheme

Nottingham developer Decorum Estates has completed a deal to buy a prime site on Tulip Lane on the Hollygate 46 industrial park in Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire, which will bring forward 11 high quality light industrial units targeting the owner occupier and

4th February 2023

ADMINISTRATORS ARE ‘THRILLED’ AS STANTON BIKES LIMITED AVOIDS CLOSURE AFTER THE BUSINESS AND ASSETS ARE SUCCESSFULLY SOLD

After entering administration on 11th November 2022, Derbyshire-based bicycle manufacturer and retailer Stanton Bikes Limited has sold its business and assets as a going concern to Stanton Bicycles Limited, a new company owned by Daniel Stanton.

3rd February 2023

CUBO TARGETS SIGNIFICANT GROWTH WITH FOUR NEW UK SITES

Cubo, one of the UK’s fastest growing flex office operators, has announced plans to open four new sites by the end of Q2 2023.

3rd February 2023

Businesses Grow With Oberoi Hub Support

Two Derby businesses have moved to Oberoi Business Hub in Pride Park to pave the way for further growth.

3rd February 2023

Three leading jewellery brands set to invest at Derbion

East Midlands’ retail and leisure destination, Derbion, has revealed a series of jewellery store expansions, with leading industry names including Goldsmiths, Beaverbrooks and Ernest Jones all set to make significant investment this year.

3rd February 2023

Peter James Homes given green light for £30m Bramcote housing development

A Nottingham developer will begin the construction of 169 new homes in Bramcote this spring following the approval of plans originally laid down over 10 years ago.

3rd February 2023

TAILOR-MADE: NELSONS COMPLETES 67-DAY ACQUISITION ON LISTED BUILDING

1st February 2023

Life science company signals launch of new strategy with Nottingham laboratories

ValiRx PLC, a life science company focused on early-stage cancer therapeutics and women's health, has taken the lease on laboratory and office facilities at MediCity Nottingham as it embarks on the next stage of its strategy to launch a translational Cont

30th January 2023

Nail and beauty salon sitting pretty as NG seals deal for third branch

A fast-growing nails, lashes and beauty salon has expanded into the prestigious Nottingham suburb of Compton Acres following a deal brokered by commercial property specialists NG Chartered Surveyors.

30th January 2023

OPERATOR NAMED FOR THE ISLAND QUARTER STUDENT SCHEME

Leading accommodation provider Fresh has been announced as the operator of the new purpose-built student scheme at The Island Quarter.

27th January 2023

Flagship office development opens in Chesterfield

A brand new six storey office development has opened in Chesterfield - a major step forward for the Chesterfield Waterside regeneration scheme.

25th January 2023

Graftongate and BlackRock fully let Leicester Distribution Park

Leading property developer, Graftongate and global investment manager, BlackRock have announced that Leicester Distribution Park (LEDP) is fully let after completing a deal for the final available unit.

24th January 2023

SEVEN NEW TENANTS MOVE INTO EAST WEST NOTTINGHAM

Following the £4 million redevelopment of East West on Maid Marian Way in Nottingham, seven new tenants have leased close to 50,000 sq ft of office space.

24th January 2023

Addison Hunt looks back on successful year as it sets sights on 2023

Chartered quantity surveyor and project managers, Addison Hunt, is reflecting on a year of success with key milestones reached and sets sights on further growth in 2023.

23rd January 2023

Pagabo appoints G F Tomlinson for £1billion national framework

Midlands-based contractor, G F Tomlinson, has been announced as a successful partner for Pagabo’s National Framework for Medium Works, which launched this month.

23rd January 2023

Cowens Group Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Boost in Profits

Mansfield based business, Cowens Group, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a 17% increase in profits.

20th January 2023

Leicestershire architects masterplan new homes development in Whetstone, Leicester

IMA Architects (IMA), an award-winning architectural firm based on Lutterworth Road in Blaby, Leicester, has partnered with Jessup Partnerships on a new housing scheme that will deliver 49 new homes in Whetstone.

18th January 2023

Knights advises Journeo on capital raising and £8.7m acquisition of IGL Limited

Knights’ Corporate team advised the shareholders of Journeo plc, one of the UK’s top providers of information and tech services for public transport, on the acquisition of IGL Limited for circa £8.7 million.

17th January 2023

£15.4m landmark aerospace project underway in Newark

Leading Midlands-based contractor G F Tomlinson will spearhead the design and construction of the new £15.4m state-of-the-art Air and Space Institute (ASI) for Newark College, part of the Lincoln College Group, at the former cattle market site in Newark.

17th January 2023

Upperton Pharma Solutions breaks ground on new Nottingham based development and manufacturing facility

Upperton Pharma Solutions, a leading UK contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), is delighted to announce that it has begun construction work for its new Development and GMP Manufacturing headquarters in Nottingham, UK.

16th January 2023

Midlands-based PKF Smith Cooper commits to "The Future of Accountancy" with Xero Global Partnership

Midlands-based accountancy and business advisory firm PKF Smith Cooper has partnered with cloud-based accounting software Xero in a multi-year agreement through the PKF international network.

12th January 2023

MAB invests in Office Principles North for Derby headquarters

Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB), the UK’s leading mortgage intermediary brand, has appointed interior design consultancy Office Principles North to design and refurbish its headquarters in Derby.

12th January 2023

Another new restaurant announced for Derbion's Food Terrace

Derbion has announced Tortilla as the latest brand to join the centre’s wide-ranging food offering, with the new space set to open on the Food Terrace early this year.

11th January 2023

trentbarton Gears Up For Greater Communications Efficiency With Invictus

Derbyshire-based Invictus Communications have completed an extensive telephony upgrade for innovative bus company trentbarton to support the company’s commitment to improve communications and customer service.

11th January 2023

RECORD £10M TURNOVER FOR NOTTINGHAMSHIRE CONCRETE PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER

Leading Nottinghamshire-based concrete production equipment supplier, ConSpare, has revealed record-breaking turnover, with group sales surpassing £10million for the first time.

5th January 2023

Growing Derby business Vibrant Accountancy welcomes leading smart tech company Scenariio to expanding list of clients

A growing Derby accountancy firm has added one of the leading specialists in quality IT Infrastructures and smart building technology in the UK to its expanding list of clients.

4th January 2023

The Island Quarter appoints Bowmer + Kirkland to deliver essential student accommodation

693-bed student accommodation underway at the Island Quarter

4th January 2023

Global Brands Limited announces the purchase of the Hooch, Hooper’s and Reef brands from Molson Coors

Global Brands Limited has announced its purchase of the Hooch, Hooper’s, and Reef trademarks from Molson Coors Beverage Company. The brands have been produced and distributed by Global Brands since 2012 and will now form parts of its owned portfolio.

4th January 2023

Nottingham office move completed by established M&E Consultant

Leading sustainability and M&E firm CPW has solidified its presence in Nottingham with its recent relocation to a new city centre office space.

22nd December 2022

NG and FHP light up Evo Park with 12,500 sq ft property deal

Commercial property specialist NG Chartered Surveyors, working in tandem with FHP Property Consultants, have completed the letting of Pod 1 and the landmark Evo Park Business Park, north of Nottingham.

22nd December 2022

Top Tier Motorcycle Teams Implementing Druck Pressure Measurement Technology Ahead of 2023 Season

A number of top tier motorcycle racing teams, including Hawk Racing, have signed deals with Druck, a Baker Hughes business, and industry leader in pressure measurement technology and instrumentation.

21st December 2022

BLUE LIGHT CARD CELEBRATES SUCCESS OF 2022 AFTER ANNUAL SAVINGS OF OVER £250 MILLION FOR ITS MEMBERS

Blue Light Card, the UK’s leading specialist discount service for emergency services, NHS, social care workers and armed forces, is celebrating a record year after saving its now 3 million members over £250 million throughout 2022.

20th December 2022

Landscape architecture practice closes the year with 25% growth and a strong pipeline for 2023

East Midlands-based Influence Landscape Planning and Design has reported a 25% growth in turnover in 2022, and is forecasting double digit growth in 2023.

20th December 2022

Landscape architecture practice closes the year with 25% growth and a strong pipeline for 2023

East Midlands-based Influence Landscape Planning and Design has reported a 25% growth in turnover in 2022, and is forecasting double digit growth in 2023.

16th December 2022

Charcon provides kerb appeal for Derby transformation project

Charcon Hard Landscaping, a division of Aggregate Industries, has been awarded the contract to supply sustainable products to the ongoing redevelopment of Derby City Centre.

16th December 2022

Browne Jacobson advises sustainable waste solution provider Covanta Europe on its new Wellingborough based aggregate processing plant

Browne Jacobson has advised Covanta Europe on its acquisition and development plans for land in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire which will see them construct a processing plant which is due to open in early 2024.

15th December 2022

East Midlands marketing firm offers free marketing advice for one day only

Cross Productions to offer sought-after marketing strategy sessions for free at next year’s Love Business Expo

15th December 2022

Transport Technology Firm Celebrating 2022 Success

Leading specialist transport technology firm, Forward Solutions is celebrating a successful year, following several new business wins and an influx of fresh talent joining the business.

14th December 2022

Construction company expands by 25%

The efforts and expertise of a Northampton-based construction consulting firm has led to the business growing by a quarter in the past 12 months.

14th December 2022

Top Tier Motorcycle Teams Implementing Druck Pressure Measurement Technology Ahead of 2023 Season

A number of top tier motorcycle racing teams, including Hawk Racing, have signed deals with Druck, a Baker Hughes business, and industry leader in pressure measurement technology and instrumentation.

13th December 2022

Enrok Opens New Office in the West Midlands

Enrok Construction has opened a new office in the West Midlands as part of its continued expansion plans.

13th December 2022

HEALTHCARE SOFTWARE SPECIALIST BOOKWISE SOLUTIONS APPROVED FOR G-CLOUD 13

Burton upon Trent-based healthcare scheduling specialist, BookWise Solutions, has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) G-Cloud 13 framework.

12th December 2022

Shakespeare Martineau reappointed to prestigious Orbit Group panel

East Midlands full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau has been reappointed to Orbit Group’s panel of legal advisers following a competitive tender process.

9th December 2022

Major framework award for Scottish capital

Aggregate Industries has been selected as part of a multi-million framework to construct, repair and maintain Edinburgh’s roads.

8th December 2022

Platelet Services celebrates record year

Nottingham-based pre-clinical contract research organisation, Platelet Services, has reported another successful year as it celebrates its fourth anniversary.

8th December 2022

Healthy bid success for East Midlands based Bruton Knowles

Leading national chartered surveying firm Bruton Knowles – whose East Midlands’ regional office is located on the East Bridgford Business Park in Nottinghamshire - has won a bid through the Crown Commercial Framework to work alongside Black Country Health

8th December 2022

Luxury Rutland Resort to Exhibit at Love Business Expo

Rutland Hall Hotel is proud to announce that it will be exhibiting at the Love Business Expo in Loughborough on 27th February 2023.

8th December 2022

SME Flotec to upgrade entire fleet of trains for Northern.

As the second largest train operator in the UK, it is of upmost importance that Northern maintains its fleet of trains to the very highest of standards.

7th December 2022

Two Derbyshire businesses partner on skills to promote growth and apprenticeships

Two Derbyshire based businesses are partnering together to promote growth and employment opportunities for young people wishing to pursue an apprenticeship.

7th December 2022

MIDDLETONS WELCOMES NORTH NOTTS BID

Bassetlaw District Council has welcomed North Notts BID to its new office space at Middletons Yard in Worksop.

6th December 2022

Two Derbyshire businesses partner on skills to promote growth and apprenticeships

Two Derbyshire based businesses are partnering together to promote growth and employment opportunities for young people wishing to pursue an apprenticeship.

6th December 2022

Eden PR Expands Property Portfolio with Latest Account Win

Eden Public Relations has been appointed to lead the PR strategy and delivery for one of the East Midlands’ longest-standing family-run house builders.

5th December 2022

Cawarden adds Komatsu excavator to portfolio following £600k funding from Paragon Bank

Derbyshire-based specialist contractor Cawarden has added a Komatsu high reach demolition excavator to its equipment portfolio, thanks to fresh funding from Paragon Bank.

5th December 2022

A1 Comms Announces New Local Community Partnership

The Derbyshire-based telecommunications company has partnered with a local school that supports students with a diverse range of complex special educational needs.

5th December 2022

Nottingham digital agency Repeat sweeps aside stateside competition to land contract with giant American cleanroom firm

A Nottingham digital agency has landed its first major transatlantic contract after it was appointed to run the online paid advertising campaign on behalf of a market-leading American cleanroom company.

5th December 2022

Shed Grounds Maintenance Ltd move to their new Head Office at Shirland House Farm

Commercial grounds and exterior Shed Grounds Maintenance continues its journey of growth and are excited to share that they have now moved to their new offices based at their Derbyshire depot, Shirland House Farm.

2nd December 2022

The Island Quarter submits plans for 245,000 sq ft of vital bioscience research space

A ground-breaking new bioscience facility has been announced as the next phase of Nottingham’s The Island Quarter development.

1st December 2022

Harmful emissions saved - thanks to green transport supply relationship between ULEMCo and Luxfer Gas Cylinders

Vehicles that embed hydrogen technology into dual fuel systems are helping create a greener transport network, as part of a long term collaboration that has already saved significant harmful emissions.

1st December 2022

Robinson and Holdsworth Chocolates create John Lewis Christmas confectionery collection

Robinson – the manufacturer specialising in value-added custom packaging – has once again teamed up with Holdsworth Chocolates to create a beautiful Christmas confectionery range for John Lewis.

30th November 2022

Recycling technology leader Plastic Energy celebrates opening of new research and development labs at Loughborough University

Plastic Energy, a global leader in chemical recycling technology, has announced the opening of its new research and development labs at Loughborough University.

30th November 2022

Resilience of Midlands’ mid-market businesses boosts BDO revenues by 11%

BDO has posted an 11% increase in revenues to £809m for the financial year 2021/22 with growth across all three of its service lines of audit, tax and advisory.