International News - Love Business East Midlands

1st September 2021

Exporter sends first shipment to EU since Brexit

The UK’s leading manufacturer of foil insulation products has finally sent its first shipment of insulation to the EU since 31st January.

23rd July 2021

Over 50 destinations to fly to from East Midlands Airport this summer

Passenger airlines serving East Midlands Airport (EMA) are offering flights to over 50 destinations* this summer.

21st June 2021

From West Notts To Rydell High

Travel and tourism students at West Nottinghamshire College have organised a trip to America for their end-of-year class celebration.

25th May 2021

SEGRO Appoints Winvic for Eighth Industrial Warehouse at SEGRO Logistics Park East Midlands Gateway

First Speculative Unit at the Industrial Park, also to be Net Zero Carbon

14th May 2021

OLYMPIC TRIATHLON DREAMS GIVEN A BOOST BY WEBUYCYCLE.CO.UK

UK bicycle reseller supports 2021 and 2024 Olympic Dreams of British Triathletes Tom Bishop and Sian Rainsley donating a portion of resale profits!

12th May 2021

Minister sees how Longcliffe provide essential materials to "build back better”

The Rt Hon Brandon Lewis MP, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, joined Derbyshire Dales local MP, Sarah Dines, in visiting Longcliffe Quarries £3.5 million washing plant investment. The plant is assisting Longcliffe meeting its objective of reaching

5th May 2021

Leicestershire Business Among 20 UK-India Export Deals Signed

A Leicestershire business has been involved in one of 20 export deals signed, as part of the newly agreed Enhanced Trade Partnership between the UK and India.

4th May 2021

Globe-trotting Ventola on course for entertainment and leisure industry reopening

An LED lighting firm has bolstered its reputation in the Family Entertainment Centre industry following a raft of project wins across the world.

4th May 2021

JOHN PYE AUCTIONS EXPANDS ACROSS THE IRISH SEA AS PART OF GROWTH PLANS

THE UK’s largest online auction house John Pye Auctions is set to expand into Northern Ireland, with the acquisition of a new 3.5-acre site outside of Ballymena that will make it the biggest commercial auction house in the country.

29th April 2021

Henry Winning & Co Ltd. Wins prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade.

With history dating back to its inception in 1880, Henry Winning & Co Ltd. are leading twine and string manufacturers in Glasgow and following its acquisition in 2014 by The TruNet Group, it has firmly established itself as a World Leader.

6th April 2021

Leicester company expands into Spanish market

Printing specialists EverythingBranded to launch expansion into the Spanish market

4th March 2021

East Midlands Freeport gets green light

Up to 60,000 new skilled jobs could be created in the region after ambitious plans to create a new freeport based around East Midlands Airport were given the go-ahead.

4th March 2021

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3rd March 2021

East Midlands Freeport given green light for take-off!

The East Midlands received a major economic boost today with the government's announcement that it will be one of eight new Freeports in England, creating an estimated 60,000 new skilled jobs for the region.

25th February 2021

Decision on unique inland freeport expected imminently

A decision on the unique inland Freeport bid, submitted by the LLEP and D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnerships on 5 February 2021, is expected imminently. The LLEP and key stakeholders, including local authorities and businesses, are excited about the economi

24th February 2021

Pentaxia renews long term agreement with Martin-Baker Aircraft Limited, world-leaders in design and build of ejector seats.

DERBY, UK – Pentaxia, manufacturer of advanced composite components announces the renewal of its supply agreement with Martin-Baker Aircraft Limited

23rd February 2021

Nottingham Agency’s European Success After Viral Campaign

A Nottingham based digital PR agency has been shortlisted for five international business awards after a marketing campaign went viral worldwide.

22nd February 2021

Employers Advised to Prepare for End of EU Settlement Scheme Grace Period.

Current Home Office guidance has the potential to create employment cliff edge after 30 June 2021. Employers need to act now to ensure their HR strategy can overcome the departure of EEA and Swiss members of staff.

12th February 2021

Coming soon…

Love Business News is set for a major relaunch in 2021 as we continue our quest to give businesses in the Heart of the Midlands – Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire – a voice.

12th February 2021

KuKu Connect - Business Live Global launch invitation

Your invitation to go global Friday, 19th February 12-2pm

8th February 2021

E-commerce Boom Sees Europa Warehouse Announce Further Investment

The growing shift in consumer spending habits as a result of Covid-19 has made way for an e-commerce boom, driving record demand for warehouse space.

11th December 2020

BREXIT PRIORITY LIST – EXPORTS FROM JANUARY 2021

7 Things you must do immediately to prepare if you EXPORT to or through Europe.

4th December 2020

Road haulage to the EU and beyond after December 31st

Spatial Global’s Robert Tedd explains how road haulage will be impacted from December 31st 2020

18th November 2020

Post-Brexit food labelling deadline looming

Food producers, manufacturers and retailers are being warned to prepare for new requirements for food labelling coming into force on 1 January 2021.

21st October 2020

Multilingual copywriting service launches ahead of new post-Brexit landscape

Dedicated multilingual copywriting service ILC Communication has been launched to ensure that businesses avoid mixed messaging when it comes to international digital content.

16th October 2020

International opportunities

Latin America and the Caribbean open for business to Midlands exporters

8th October 2020

Lockdown lifestyles drive growth in EMA cargo operations

People’s increasing reliance on ecommerce during the pandemic, coupled with a reduction in passenger flights, has driven significant growth in air cargo at the MAG (Manchester Airports Group) owned East Midlands Airport.

25th September 2020

St. Modwen to deliver more than 285,000 sq ft in the Midlands

St. Modwen has launched its latest industrial and logistics development phases as part of plans to deliver c. 1.5m sq ft of high-quality space in 2021.

$Spatial Global moving overseas PPE into the NHS supply chain at a fraction of market price$

27th April 2020

Spatial Global moving overseas PPE into the NHS supply chain at a fraction of market price

Market rates rocket up to 600% more than normal but Spatial Global keeps it’s fees super low to help the NHS

8th April 2020

TEQ proud to support ‘Essential Business’ activity with European sourcing of high-quality medical packaging

Leading European thermoformer TEQ is proud to continue delivering a range of medical packaging solutions for customers working to address critical health needs related to COVID-19.

24th March 2020

UK pallet networks join forces to offer government a unique supply chain service for critical supplies

The UK’s eight pallet networks announce a massive collaboration, putting their 750 depots and 23,500 strong distribution fleet at the UK government’s disposal for emergency supply for critical services.

24th March 2020

Managing international business during the Covid-19 crisis

Spatial Global keeping calm and carrying on

3rd March 2020

Belvoir Fruit Farms Recommends Working with DIT for Export Success

East Midlands based family business, Belvoir Fruit Farms has enjoyed considerable export success in recent years, aided in no small way by a close relationship with the Department of International Trade, a collaboration they highly recommend to other loca

27th February 2020

The UK Commercial Vehicle Market & Its Global Dependencies Examined At The Microlise Transport Conference

We may have exited Europe but according to Tim Campbell, a seasoned consultant to the light and heavy commercial vehicle sector, we will still be inextricably linked to our EU and global neighbours.

27th February 2020

New European Managing Director takes the wheel at Pall-Ex

Pall-Ex is continuing its journey into a new era with the appointment of a European managing director for its International operation.

26th February 2020

Connect Derby Gets Rave Reviews from Businesses in Annual Business Community Survey

Connect Derby, the city’s primary managed workspace provider, has published the results of its annual business community survey – and the statistics reveal why so many new and developing businesses continue to make Connect Derby their home.

21st February 2020

Leicestershire lighting firm to bolster UK-US export links at CONEXPO

VENTOLA® Projects is heading to the bright lights of Las Vegas next month as part of plans to champion its booming export credentials at the famous CONEXPO.

15th February 2020

Camloc Motion Control expands international distribution network with PSM CELADA Fasteners partnership

Leicester-based gas spring and damper manufacturer, Camloc Motion Control, has expanded its distribution network after partnering with Milan-based supplier, PSM CELADA Fasteners.

8th February 2020

Europa Announces Ambitious Growth Plans

Europa Worldwide Group the leading independent logistics operator which has branches/sites based in both Colwick, Nottingham and Grange Park, Northampton has just unveiled its ambitious vision for the future.

4th February 2020

Creating SUSTAINable supply chains

In a bid to reduce the environmental impact of global logistics, researchers at Loughborough University are working with organisations to develop environmentally sustainable, cost-effective and resilient supply chains.

21st December 2019

Major new appointments steer Pall-Ex into new era

Pall-Ex is driving into a new era with a strengthened senior management team at the wheel following two major appointments.

17th December 2019

Permaroof celebrates its most successful year to date

Permaroof, the UK’s leading importer and distributor of Firestone RubberCover, is celebrating its most successful year to date with 24,000 orders completed; the highest figure in its 19-year history.

13th December 2019

Pall-Ex is top of the tree for Christmas delivery

Pall-Ex is helping a local Christmas tree wholesaler reduce the miles from forest to front door by transporting products nationwide via its pallet network.

27th November 2019

Supply chain firm gears up for festive rush ahead of Black Friday and Christmas

With Black Friday just days away (28th November) and the Christmas period hot on its heels, staff at Northants logistics and warehousing firm The NX Group are preparing for the annual spike in demand for its warehousing, distribution and ecommerce service

16th November 2019

Metro Bank continues to power Pall-Ex as haulage firm embarks on next phase of growth

Pall-Ex this week announced that ex-Dragons’ Den star Hilary Devey CBE has sold the business to its senior management team and UK network members. Metro Bank is proud to continue to support the business, via a £3.25 million invoice financing arrangement