A training organisation which has been turning out young engineers for nearly 60 years reached a fresh milestone in holding its first group-wide awards night to honour the achievements of its latest cohort.
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Mayoral candidates presented with manifesto calling for action to help microbusinesses and young entrepreneurs
Four mayoral candidates and three rising stars of business joined forces at a hustings organised to promote microbusinesses and youth enterprise in Hull and East Yorkshire.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder awarded 5 stars for customer satisfaction for record 16 years in a row
Local housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire East has received the maximum 5 star rating in the new Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Continue readingDriffield business shortlisted in Chairman’s awards
The team at an East Yorkshire poultry business is celebrating after being shortlisted in the East Riding of Yorkshire Chairman’s Awards 2025.
Continue readingArco launches its most comprehensive range yet
Arco, the UK’s leading safety expert, has launched its most extensive range of safety products to date, bringing over 140 years of experience and expertise, to their PPE and workwear range.
Continue readingMarston’s and Michelin-starred chef Tom Shepherd have teamed up to create The Best Ever Pub Pie
The pie will be available in over 100 local Marston’s pubs across the UK, including 12 in Yorkshire, for 12 weeks.
Continue readingHumber Visionaries Gala Dinner: Celebrating regional innovation and economic growth
The Humber region has long been synonymous with industry, creativity, and resilience. Now, Hull College is proud to present the Humber Visionaries Gala Dinner on Wednesday 23rd April 2025 – an exclusive event to honour the trailblazers and thought leaders who are shaping the future of Hull and East Yorkshire.
Continue readingSandburn Hall judged one of best three English large hotels in England after winning VisitYork awards
Sandburn Hall, near York, has made it to the final three best large hotels in the country in this June’s VisitEngland Awards for Excellence after winning last month’s VisitYork Tourism Awards.
Continue readingPeople of Hull come together to film first ad for proud local business
Filming commences for Jacksons of Yorkshire’s first ever appearance on national TV.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds brewery supports new initiative for Indie Beer Week
The team at Wold Top Brewery is taking part in an initiative to highlight independent breweries and pubs this week.
Continue readingHop into an egg-ceptional Easter at Gravity Active
This Easter, get ready to bounce into an unforgettable adventure at Gravity Active. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a meet-up with friends or an action-packed treat for the kids, Gravity Active is the place to be for an egg-stra special Easter!
Continue readingQuickline and Hull City offer grassroots football teams a chance to experience life as a pro
Two lucky grassroots football teams are set to win an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at Hull City’s training ground.
Continue readingSecure your new home in Howden as Lovell releases the final phase at Saddlers Grange
The highly sought-after Saddlers Grange development has now released its final phase, offering a limited selection of stunning three and four-bedroom homes. With demand high and availability low, this is the prime opportunity to secure your place in this exceptional community before it’s too late.
Continue readingYorkshire Wolds businesses collaborate on new product
The team at a Driffield poultry business has launched a new product to complement its award-winning Yorkshire chicken.
Continue readingPallet-Track appoints Lee Solway as Member Network Director
Award-winning UK pallet network Pallet-Track has appointed Lee Solway to its board as it looks to increase the voice of its network shareholder members in the boardroom.
Continue readingTheatre and TV favourites take centre stage at Humber Business Week programme launch
Two stars of TV and the theatre will take to the stage to chat with a corporate crowd as the venue for the Yorkshire premiere of their latest comedy-drama hosts the programme launch of a regional festival of business.
Continue readingBeal teams up with children’s charity to bring Easter joy to local schoolchildren
Family-owned Beal Homes has been helping the Easter Bunny spread some magic this spring.
Continue readingHull health centre acts to reduce carbon footprint
Hull’s Marfleet Health Centre is set to become more sustainable as part of the NHS’s drive to net zero, with the installation of photovoltaic panels on the roof.
Continue readingHull Trains partners with First Bus to offer direct access to Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Leading open-access operator Hull Trains has partnered with First Bus to offer people easy and direct access to Yorkshire Wildlife Park via Doncaster station.
Continue readingHumber unites to lead the net zero charge at Innovation Zero 2025
Humber is once again proving itself as a leading industrial powerhouse in the drive towards net zero, as Future Humber brings together 15 pioneering businesses and organisations to showcase the region’s remarkable innovation and resourceful approach to decarbonisation at Innovation Zero World Congress 2025.
Continue readingLord Mayor tours Hull Trains Learning and Development Academy
After opening its doors last spring, popular open access operator, Hull Trains, welcomed Councillor Mark Collinson, Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull and Admiral of the Humber, to the company’s Learning and Development Academy to experience the facility’s world-class driving simulator and to discuss how the two organisations can work together to continue investing in skills and help the sector grow in the city.
Continue readingRegional legal powerhouse has now launched
Two of Lincolnshire’s and Yorkshire’s leading law firms merged on 1st April 2025.
Continue readingArco unveils new Customer Discovery Centre
Arco, the UK and Ireland’s leading safety expert, opens its doors on a cutting-edge Customer Discovery Centre, marking a bold investment designed to transform customer experience and drive industry innovation.
Continue readingWillerby combines functionality and style with latest accessible holiday home
Leading holiday home manufacturer Willerby has launched its latest accessible holiday home, the Rio Access.
Continue readingNew tipping app helps staff earn more tips and get paid faster, helping employers mitigate National Insurance
Hospitality, service staff, gig workers and musicians can now earn more tips, get paid faster and straight into their account with a revolutionary new tipping app called thankyü, which allows tips to be tapped by a customer’s phone via a wearable tipping band called the TipTap.
Continue readingHull City supporters introduced to their heroes by Quickline
Hull City fans were given the opportunity to quiz two of their idols at an exclusive ‘Meet the Players’ event hosted by rural broadband provider Quickline.
Continue readingHull company creates new horizon on Grimsby’s skyline
Grimsby’s pioneering new Horizon Youth Zone has reached a major construction milestone, with work now complete on the roofline of the final building, which offers a first glimpse of how the development will look on the town’s skyline.
Continue readingDinostar is celebrating 21 years of dinosaurs in Hull
Dinostar in Hull’s Fruit Market is celebrating its 21st Anniversary – on the exact day that the museum opened for the first time in 2004. A celebration event will take place outside the museum on Humber Street on Friday 11th April from 12noon to 4pm. There will be a range of activities, including a Fossil Dig, Finds Identification and a chance to meet baby dinosaurs.
Continue readingHull primary school the first to be awarded the honorary Alderman David Gemmell OBE Education Fund to visit The Deep
Local primary school, Stepney School, were recently awarded the Honorary Alderman David Gemmell OBE Education Fund to visit The Deep for a self-guided tour and to take part in an educational workshop.
Continue readingFive-star Beal retains top customer service rating with standout score
Family-owned Beal Homes has reinforced its exemplary reputation for customer service by claiming the housebuilding industry’s top accolade for the fifth year running.
Continue readingManifesto challenges mayoral candidates to put culture at heart of region’s future
Candidates to be Hull and East Yorkshire’s first Mayor were today urged to put culture and creativity at the heart of their plans for the region.
Continue readingArtwork inspired by famous British Railway posters unveiled at Northern stations
Impressive artwork inspired by the iconic British Railways posters has been created for Northern stations in Yorkshire.
Continue readingUniversity of Hull and CATCH announce strategic partnership to drive industry innovation and skills development
The University of Hull and CATCH have announced plans to collaborate on a series of key opportunities to expand the skills and research landscape in the region.
Continue readingEpic team-building experiences like no other
Strong teamwork enhances productivity, communication, and morale, and is overall a huge benefit to your business – but knowing how to build it effectively can be difficult. Typical team-building days like word games or trust-fall exercises have limited effect when trying to improve interpersonal relations.
Continue readingHull Trains praised for inclusive culture with award win at prestigious Spotlight Rail Awards
The pioneering open access operator Hull Trains is celebrating securing the ‘Diversity, Equity and Inclusion’ award at the prestigious Spotlight Rail Awards in London.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire poultry business farm manager joins exclusive Ross 450 Club
The team at an award-winning Middleton on the Wolds chicken business is celebrating after one of its employees joined an exclusive club that places him in the top 1% of the UK poultry industry.
Continue readingThe Business Culture HEY is celebrating 9 years of connecting and supporting businesses
What started in 2016 as a vision to bring people together in a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment has grown into what could be the largest and most inviting business club in the region.
Continue readingLovell Partners with West Hull Villages Scarecrow Hunt as Official Sponsor
Lovell, a leading provider of partnership housing, is delighted to announce its official sponsorship of the upcoming West Hull Villages Scarecrow Hunt, scheduled to take place from 7th to 14th June 2025.
Continue readingNominate your local heroes for a Dough-nation of Luke’s sourdough
Brough-based Luke’s Bakery is honouring National Sourdough Day on Tuesday 1st April with a callout for a Big Dough-nation.
Continue readingHull pub, Cross Keys, celebrates after raising £1,250 for mental health charity
The Cross Keys, a community pub in Hull, is celebrating after raising £1,250 for mental health charity CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) through a joint 700km walk.
Continue readingCATCH wins Prestigious 2025 Training Provider of the Year Award
CATCH is thrilled to announce that on the evening of the 11th March, at a glittering awards ceremony in Liverpool, they became the 2025 Training Provider of the Year.
Continue readingCouncil leader backs HETA with call for employers to boost economy by recruiting locally
A company which has launched the engineering careers of thousands of young people has calculated that its apprentices are injecting nearly £1bn into the regional economy every year.
Continue readingWhat factors are driving East Riding’s explosive economic growth rate?
It’s been revealed that East Riding now has the highest economic growth rate out of any other council area in Yorkshire. With a growth rate of 3.5%, it’s interesting to look at what factors are behind this growth.
Continue readingAn “exemplar” for collaboration: offshore wind sector rallies for OWC 2025
The international significance of Offshore Wind Connections 2025 has been highlighted as the latest supporter signs up.
Continue readingPopular reality TV personality visits attractions across Yorkshire for special film series celebrating English Tourism Week
The popular Yorkshire TV star Jack Marriner-Brown has embarked on a special tour of the best attractions in Yorkshire to mark English Tourism Week.
Continue readingHull City stars hold ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ coaching session for village schoolchildren
Children at an East Yorkshire village primary school were put through their paces by Hull City players in a special coaching session.
Continue readingHudgell Solicitors and Spinal Injuries Association renew partnership to fight for people with spinal cord injury after successful first year
Hull-based Hudgell Solicitors has renewed its partnership with the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) after a successful year of campaigning for the rights of people with […]
Continue readingNew recruit to help Aldercote reach new heights
Aldercote, the leading UK manufacturer of vehicle-mounted access platforms, has appointed a new sales executive to meet demand for the company’s innovative products, which are supplied to firms across the UK and Europe.
Continue readingSpencer Bridge Engineering recognised for outstanding refurbishment of historic bridge
A Yorkshire-based bridge engineering specialist has been recognised with a prestigious national industry award for its meticulous work on a historic bridge.
Continue readingDigital agency going for growth after boardroom shake-up
A performance marketing agency that achieved record profits in 2024 has now completed a boardroom reshuffle as it works to strengthen its platform for growth.
Continue readingFacial touch expert group founded by a Beverley skin doctor has article published
A Beverley skin care consultant who specialises in understanding the science of facial touch and its emotional benefits is celebrating the publication of the first article from an expert group she founded.
Continue readingPenguins around the world compete for fame in March of the Penguin Madness 2025
In a quest to be crowned the 2025 Penguin Champion, 48 penguins representing 12 different species have been nominated from zookeepers and aquarists around the world eager to go head-to-head in Penguins International’s Annual March of the Penguin Madness competition.
Continue readingConnexin awarded UK’s Best Workplaces™ recognition
Smart technology and digital connectivity specialist Connexin has officially been named as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ 2025 by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.
Continue readingIdeal Heating extends support to vulnerable residents through Hull City Council partnership
Ideal Heating has reinforced its commitment to supporting residents in its home city through its partnership with Hull City Council.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire poultry business invests in renewable energy to power its factory
A Middleton on the Wolds based family poultry business has invested £850,000 in renewable energy to power its factory.
Continue readingEYG Commercial secures string of new contracts as flagship ‘Monocle’ glazing installation set to complete
Hull-based commercial glazing specialist EYG is building upon the momentum of an impressive year of sales in 2024 having secured a string of new contracts in the region to begin 2025 in the same vein.
Continue readingTop business leaders back Run With It’s new Patron Scheme to create pipeline of talent for the future
Leading business figures from Yorkshire and Lincolnshire gathered for the official launch of Run With It’s new Patron’s Scheme – an initiative designed to secure vital funding for the educational charity’s ongoing work whilst supporting its ambitious plans for growth across the region.
Continue readingWork to start on recladding of Hull apartment building after £2.7m Cladding Safety Scheme funding secured
Work is set to start next month on recladding an apartment building in Hull city centre to ensure it meets the latest Government requirements on fire safety.
Continue readingUnderstanding the basics of site preparation
Any building project depends on effective site preparation, which is also the initial stage of deciding the general lifetime and success of the structure.
Continue readingHop, skip and jump into Easter at William’s Den
Spring is in the air, and award-winning adventure play attraction, William’s Den, is set to make this Easter holiday one to remember.
Continue readingQuickline launches virtual work experience portal for young people across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire
Young people across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire now have access to a new virtual work experience portal designed to help them explore career opportunities, develop key skills, and gain real-world insights into different industries.
Continue readingRovers return as Latus Group founders join board of Super League club they served as players
Two brothers who harnessed their passion for sport to build a business which is an emerging force in the UK occupational health market have become the latest appointments to the board of the Super League club which first sparked their ambitions.
Continue readingWomen in STEM: Future is “full of opportunity”
Laura Cooper found inspiration after volunteering on a farm during lambing season and the Yorkshire & Humber Institute of Technology was on hand to aid her new career path.
Continue readingFive things to consider when expanding your business
Expanding a business can be an exciting yet scary prospect. The decision to grow is often driven by optimism and the potential for increased profits. However, the groundwork for success is rarely laid without careful thought and planning.
Continue readingThe workplace wellness trend: Supporting healthier habits for employees
Workplace wellness is no longer just a trend — it’s a strategic priority. As businesses recognise the direct link between employee wellbeing and productivity, more […]
Continue readingHull tech start-up’s app attracts investment from social media stars
Hull-born tech entrepreneur Matt McKay is putting the city on the global tech map with his innovative app GOALD, which has secured significant investment and attracted high-profile social media influencers as co-owners.
Continue readingHull Trains teams up with TV star to showcase best attractions across Yorkshire for English Tourism Week
The pioneering open access operator Hull Trains has announced exciting plans to celebrate English Tourism Week by teaming up with a popular TV star for a special video series.
Continue readingArco partners with the Safety Superhero Academy to revolutionise safety education in Yorkshire
Arco, the UK’s leading safety expert, is partnering with The Safety Superhero Academy, a new social enterprise dedicated to teaching young children about the importance of safety, while promoting STEM careers.
Continue readingRegional legal powerhouse to launch April 2025
Two of Yorkshire’s and Lincolnshire’s leading law firms have announced they are to merge on 1st April 2025.
Continue readingSiemens Gamesa and Hull College to power the region’s renewable energy workforce with new apprenticeship opportunities
A new wave of apprenticeship opportunities is set to power the future of renewable energy in the Hull and Humber region, as Siemens Gamesa and Hull College join forces to develop the workforce of tomorrow.
Continue readingIdeal Heating helps award-winning glampsite go green
An award-winning glampsite in East Yorkshire has reduced its carbon footprint thanks to an impressive heat pump installation.
Continue readingFerriby Meadows rises rapidly as Beal buyers home in on prestigious location
Construction is progressing rapidly at a prestigious development in the picturesque East Yorkshire village of North Ferriby.
Continue readingCaremark East Riding wins national award for outstanding team culture
Caremark East Riding, a leading provider of home care within the community, has won the Team Culture category in the 2025 Caremark Franchise awards.
Continue readingYorkshire eco-cleaning product manufacturer reduces carbon emissions by over 40% in just three years
Yorkshire-based eco-cleaning product manufacturer Bio-D has reduced its carbon emissions per single product produced by over 40% in the last three years.
Continue readingHumber Business Week announces big reveal of programme for its 21st year
Humber Business Week will kick off the celebrations next month with the official launch of the programme of events for its milestone 21st year.
Continue readingLocal care professional is a finalist in national care awards
Louisa Endersby has been recognised as one of three finalists in Home Instead’s national Care Professional of the Year award, celebrating her outstanding commitment to supporting older people in the community.
Continue readingLeaseholders of luxury apartments in heart of Harrogate turn to expertise of growing Hull-based management specialists
Leaseholders of a luxury apartment complex in the famous spa town of Harrogate have turned to the expertise of a growing Hull block management specialist to ensure their property is maintained and managed to the highest standard.
Continue readingBoost for freelance creatives in Hull and East Yorkshire
Freelance creatives across Hull and East Yorkshire will benefit from a new range of events and consultations to support them to develop, delivered by artist-led not-for-profit, WAC We Are Creative. Made possible by support from HEY Creative, the cross-sector partnership supporting arts and culture in Hull and East Yorkshire, WAC will also undergo a period of organisational development.
Continue readingA Mischief of Rats takes up residence at RESQ
A Mischief of Rats have found a home for their artist studio. ResQ in Hull will serve as the artistic hub for the upcoming sculpture trail, providing a spacious studio and storage facility for the project’s forty five giant rat sculptures.
Continue readingKWL launches new house building division
Hull-based construction and maintenance leader KWL is taking a bold step into the future with the launch of its new house building division, KWL Homes. This exciting venture marks a significant milestone for the company, which has been a visible cornerstone of the local community since 2007, and comes as a timely response to the UK’s pressing need for quality housing.
Continue readingHull agency nominated for Charitable Business of the Year at the Yorkshire Choice Awards 2025
Hull-based digital marketing and web design agency Eyeweb has been shortlisted for Charitable Business of the Year at the 2025 Yorkshire Choice Awards.
Continue readingHullBID boss promotes partnership approach to a positive future
The head of HullBID praised member businesses for building partnerships based on resilience and renewal in the face of continuing challenges.
Continue readingCreative tech trailblazers bidding to boost investment at national summit
Four of the region’s brightest creative businesses will be flying the flag for Hull and East Yorkshire next week at a national summit designed to boost investment in a rapidly developing sector.
Continue readingHow local pubs are surviving in a tough economy
Running a pub has been far from easy in the last few years. Rising costs, shifting consumer habits and economic uncertainty have put enormous pressure on landlords across the UK.
Continue readingFrom hovercrafts and helicopters to Hull Trains – former military man values his rewarding new career on the railway
Following recently winning the prestigious ‘Great Place To Work’ title at the National Rail Awards, the pioneering open access operator Hull Trains is highlighting the fantastic career opportunities available for people from a wide range of backgrounds to join the organisation.
Continue readingYorkshire’s first whisky distillery welcomes English Whisky GI news
The team at Yorkshire’s first single malt whisky distillery is celebrating the news that the English Whisky Guild’s application for geographical indication (GI) status has reached the consultation stage.
Continue readingHull College celebrates outstanding achievements at Future Stars Apprenticeship Awards 2025
Hull College proudly celebrated the exceptional talents and achievements of its apprentices last week at the highly anticipated Future Stars Apprenticeship Awards 2025.
Continue readingNorthern Films showcases regional talent at London event
A Hull film company has been flying the flag for the city at a major international event for the creative screen industry in London.
Continue readingHumber’s skills still vital for East Coast U.S. offshore wind
The United States remains a huge export opportunity for UK offshore wind businesses according to leading industry group Humber Marine & Renewables, despite President Trump putting the brakes on all new development.
Continue readingNational award win for independent Hull haulier
An independent Hull haulier has been recognised with a national award for its outstanding service throughout 2024, where it didn’t miss a single delivery.
Continue readingDoor sensor upgrade completed at Hull Paragon Interchange
Work to upgrade the automatic doors at 30 bus and coach bays at Hull Paragon Interchange has now been completed and will help improve the efficiency and safety of the city’s public transport infrastructure.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire tour bus company creates world first HVO transport for top music artist
An East Yorkshire company which provides luxury travel for some of the world’s leading music artists has designed a unique tour bus for a global superstar.
Continue readingJordans Leisure opens new showroom in Hull
Jordans Leisure is set to welcome adventurers to the opening of its newly refurbished showroom on Saturday 15th March, offering a day of exclusive offers and family-friendly fun.
Continue readingHow to create a workplace where employees feel safe and valued
Creating a workplace where employees feel safe and valued is essential for fostering organisational success. Prioritising employee well-being boosts productivity and enhances retention, ensuring talented individuals remain engaged and committed. When people feel secure and appreciated, they contribute their best work and stay loyal to the company.
Continue readingACA celebrate winning The World Design Awards 2024
Beverley-based Alessandro Caruso Architecture & Interiors Ltd (ACA) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded its third World Design Award (2024) for the design of Porritt Care Village in Ramsbottom.
Continue readingEast Yorkshire poultry business creates new role in the operations team
A Middleton on the Wolds based family poultry business has created a new role in its operations team to support its growing business.
Continue readingDitching 9-to-5 for high speed trains
After years in working on hyperbaric chambers, Matt Rudd thought his career path was set – until a life-changing apprenticeship with Hull Trains opened the door to a whole new world in the railway. To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Karl Holbrook explores how open-access rail operators like Hull Trains are breaking down barriers, creating opportunities, and proving it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
Continue readingMS3 Networks renews Lindsey Lodge fundraising campaign sponsorship
Hull-based fibre network operator MS3 Networks has sponsored palliative care charity Lindsey Lodge Hospice and Healthcare’s Pennies Make Pounds appeal for a second consecutive year. The partnership will build on the success of the initial campaign, which won a Hospice UK Innovation in Income Generation Award in 2024.
Continue readingGold Award for Hull Trains and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust at prestigious Film Awards
Hull Trains is celebrating securing a gold award at the highly respected Communicate Lens Awards held in London earlier this month alongside popular Yorkshire broadcaster, Jon Mitchell.
Continue readingLocal housebuilder reports significant contributions to Yorkshire communities in 2024
Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, has reported significant social, economic and environmental contributions to the Yorkshire communities in which it builds over the course of the last year.
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