Category: Enterprise

A city centre business community joined forces with political leaders to celebrate another year of entrepreneurial success, look forward to the fruition of major investment in heritage and transport projects, and declare Hull open for business.

Hundreds of people across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire are gaining vital access to technology thanks to a device donation drive by independent broadband provider Quickline.

Lovell is marking Women in Construction Week by celebrating the career journey of Emma Morris, whose progression from Customer Service into health, safety and environmental management reflects the growing opportunities available across the Yorkshire and Humber region.

Employers from a wide range of sectors pooled their experience around training and recruitment to help the Hull and East Yorkshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (HEY LSIP) shape its next proposal to the government for the future of skills development in the region.

A Driffield business is supporting a local athlete as he attempts to beat three Guinness World Records this year.

Yorkshire and Lincolnshire construction firm, Hobson & Porter, has reinforced its commitment to improving gender balance across the built environment by hosting a Women in Construction panel discussion at the head office of Airco in Hull, ahead of Women in Construction Week, which starts this week.

Modular bathroom furniture designed for effortless style and flexibility.

A woman who made the switch from eyelash extensions to eye-catching motors to help protect her husband’s business has made her mark in her new industry by winning a major international award.

Humber Freeport has received significant Government funding to progress the development of its three tax sites and broaden its support for investors.

Expanding into a new market can feel like stepping into a different world. Even the most promising opportunities can hide unexpected costs, from regulatory complexities to tax pitfalls that can drain both time and money.

The top rated long-distance operator Hull Trains has partnered with Hull and East Yorkshire Centre for the Deaf to release an impactful new short film ahead of World Hearing Day (Tuesday 3rd March).

Lovell has officially launched The Woodlands, a luxury new development on Heads Lane in Hessle, offering a collection of high-quality four and five-bedroom homes designed for modern family living.

Leading commercial property developer and regeneration specialist Wykeland Group has made a series of internal promotions to strengthen its experienced team.

Prestige housebuilder Beal Homes has teamed up with an independent maker of natural skincare products to add an extra layer of luxury to the home-buying experience.

Hull-based holiday homes manufacturer Willerby has teamed up with distributor Southern Counties Leisure to promote a major new Sky series showcasing caravan holidays.

Beverley-based Independent performance marketing agency, Green Ginger Digital, has been appointed by premium interiors brand Naturewall to lead its Paid Social strategy across Meta, Pinterest and TikTok, marking a new partnership between two Yorkshire-based businesses.

Small businesses constitute the backbone of British industry. Altogether, small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) represent more than 99% of the UK’s business population, and somewhere in the region of two thirds of national employment. This is a lot of industry, and a lot of money to boot.

Two friends who founded a film making company nearly 20 years ago have sharpened their focus on building a reputation as Hull and Humber’s media partner by purchasing their own building which will be open to all.

More than 40,000 homes and businesses across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire can now access fast, reliable full fibre broadband as Quickline continues its rapid rollout through the Government’s Project Gigabit programme.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council planning officers have approved plans from Sewell on the go for a modern roadside development to include a new convenience store, petrol forecourt and EV charging station on Swinemoor Lane in Beverley.

The founder of a Selby charity is the star guest in the latest episode of a groundbreaking new mental health podcast series from the pioneering open access operator Hull Trains.

Business Centre @ The Deep is celebrating an incredible 25 years since the keys were collected for the site. To commemorate this significant anniversary, the Business Centre team hand-delivered a special cake and cupcakes around the offices, giving back to their supportive community.

There’s a growing belief that online businesses no longer need a physical office. “If everything’s digital, why rent a workspace?” It sounds logical: until you speak to founders who are actively scaling product- based and service-led brands.

The team at Amazon in Hull is celebrating following the announcement that Amazon has been recognised as a Top Employer in the UK for 2026 by Top Employers Institute.

Nation Radio Yorkshire has been announced as the official media partner for Connexin Live in Hull, marking the start of a new partnership which celebrates live music, entertainment and community engagement in East Yorkshire.

As Valentine’s Day fast approaches, a local Vet Nurse is reminding pet owners that the celebration of romance is an easy day for cats and dogs to wolf down a box of chocs or singe their tails and whiskers on romantic candles.  

A healthcare recruitment agency launched to make a difference following life-changing family health problems is celebrating its fifth anniversary.

Yorkshire and Lincolnshire’s largest law firm has strengthened its private client division with the appointment of Monika Bone as a partner in its York office.

People in Hull are being encouraged to leave the car at home and take the bus to watch rugby’s Six Nations competition, which starts this week.

A bank which has supported young entrepreneurs in Hull and East Yorkshire with more than 1,500 grants has announced the appointment of a global expert in community development as its new president.

A senior lawyer from Lincolnshire and Yorkshire’s biggest law firm, Wilkin Chapman Rollits, has been named among the UK’s ‘Hot 100’ legal professionals for 2026.

Future Humber has brought together senior national, regional and business leaders for an exclusive Principal & Major Partner Dinner in Hull, focused on how a confident, connected regional voice can unlock investment, accelerate collaboration and deliver long-term impact. 

Sewell on the go, an East Yorkshire independent forecourt retailer, has donated £10,000 to support five community organisations through Co-op Wholesale’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) charity and its Heart of the Community Funding Giveaway.

Ramsdens, the trusted financial services provider and retailer has opened a new store located at 25 King Edward Street, Hull.

The Hallgate Tavern in Cottingham has closed its doors to allow for an exciting refurbishment before reopening as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub. This transformation represents a significant investment of over £350,300.

The new Executive Director of Make UK, Rt Hon Robert Halfon, has hailed Ideal Heating as a shining example of British manufacturing during a visit to the company’s Hull headquarters.

The secrets to enjoying a relaxing train journey with your kids have been revealed by one of Hull Trains’ Onboard Managers.

Over half the fire safety and compliance audits completed at business premises across Yorkshire found them to be non-compliant, new figures have revealed, as a local property management company issues a warning to business owners.

A PR consultant is bringing three decades of media and reputation expertise to senior leadership advisory firm Apex Executive Partners.

Marketing your small business can feel like trying to shout across a noisy room. Bigger brands have teams, tools and budgets that seem impossible to compete with. You, on the other hand, have limited time and a list of jobs that never ends. But here is the truth: you do not need a huge budget to make a huge impact. You just need a clear and realistic playbook.

The developer behind a newly approved 400,000 sq ft business site in East Yorkshire is already in discussions with potential occupiers for the first unit.

Women in Business is delighted to announce the appointment of Rachel Miskin as its new Chair. 

The family of the man who founded leading holiday home manufacturer Willerby have enjoyed a VIP tour of the company’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities.

Hull-based home improvement specialist EYG achieved a 15% surge in sales to domestic clients in its 55th year in business.

A Hull-based exhibition designer who set up her business the day after being made redundant during the financial crisis is celebrating 16 years of national and international success.

Netflix and YouTube were the clear winners for families streaming Christmas content across Hull and East Yorkshire.

The regional firm secured elite status, with over 1,500 responses to the survey nationally.

A pair of construction projects in East Yorkshire that will provide much needed sheltered housing for local people have topped out within days of each other.

Hull bus operator, Stagecoach East Midlands, is celebrating the results of a bus drive that saw generous local people and businesses donate presents, which made Christmas extra special for over 10,000 local children in need.

British manufacturer Bio-D, trusted by consumers for over 35 years for its range of effective and environmentally responsible cleaning products, has expanded into the personal care category with the launch of its new fragrance free Allergy UK approved range of Shampoo, Hair Conditioner, Body Wash and Bubble Bath.

A major Hull bus operator is celebrating the career of one of the longest-serving members of its team, who is retiring after an incredible 46 years of helping local people, throughout the region, to get where they need to go.

A new homes development in the centre of Bridlington that is being built by a Hull construction firm and will offer high quality homes to local people has hit a key construction milestone after it topped out, ahead of work completing in late spring.

A fully funded support programme which has already helped more than 70 businesses turn their creativity into commercial success is to target a wider range of participants by broadening the criteria for its final round.

Humber Business Week harnessed the excitement of a year of success and optimism when its steering group ran into a fixture clash with the Hull Kingston Rovers board.

A Hull climbing centre has become the first in the world to fully adopt a new generation of auto belay safety technology, making indoor climbing safer and more accessible than ever before.

The festive season is the time to think of others and new research has highlighted the leading role played by Hull bus drivers and bus services in keeping communities connected and supported.

Ideal Heating has celebrated a major charitable milestone after surpassing £300,000 in funds raised for Macmillan Cancer Support.

A spectacular piece of supersonic aviation history has rolled back the years with completion of 50th birthday restoration by a family firm in Hull.

Hull and East Yorkshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) has embarked on a survey of employers as it seeks first hand input to shape the organisation’s future development.