Category: Enterprise

Victory Leisure Homes, the East Yorkshire holiday homes manufacturer, has donated various Christmas treats to local family crisis intervention charity Bundles of Joy to support vulnerable families over the festive period.

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Local company is crowned ‘5 Star Employer’

For the second year in row Home Instead Beverley and Hull has been declared a ‘5 star’ employer, showing that care is a worthwhile career path to take. The home care company’s employees have commended the company for factors such as top quality training opportunities and supportive leadership.

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Transformative Hull vehicle livery firm shortlisted for prestigious national awards

The revolutionary vehicle branding and livery firm, Brandfixx, has been shortlisted in the most prestigious, independent light commercial vehicle industry awards in the UK.

Arco colleagues create an area for wellbeing and wildlife next to National Distribution Centre

Colleagues from Acro’s Hose Division have created a space for wellbeing and wildlife on an area of disused land next to the family business’ National Distribution Centre (NDC) at Priory Park, in Hessle.

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Hull residential property developer wins national accolade

Hull-based firm is crowned Residential Developer of the Year at the National Building and Construction Awards.

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First look at new images for £96m Albion Square development

New images have been revealed of Hull’s exciting and transformative £96m Albion Square development.

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Billboards and brochure put small businesses in the shop window

From pocket-size pictures to big, bright billboards HullBID is helping local independent traders promote their Christmas specials to shoppers at home and on the move.

Local businesses step up to help Hull children

Local businesses have stepped forward with donations to help ensure every Hull pupil, aged eight to 16, has access to a laptop.

Enjoy festive fun in the jungle this Christmas party season

Hull-based Lost City Adventure Golf has introduced a range of new party packages for those who are looking for some adventure this Christmas season.

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Yorkshire-based Sewell Construction promotes from within following strong year

by editor6 December 2021

Yorkshire-based construction company, Sewell Construction, is growing its team after a successful year of contract wins, with 20% of its team achieving promotions.

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‘World class’ recognition for Sewell Group

by editor4 December 20214 December 2021

Yorkshire-based Sewell Group has maintained its 3-Star accreditation in the UK Best Companies survey, which sees it classified as a ‘World Class’ company to work for.

HoH Food Hall: An interview with music producer Jake Gosling

We had a chat with Jake Gosling of Sticky Studios and Goldun Egg Records about HoH Food Hall’s exciting music programme.

HoH Food Hall: An interview with Kathryn Shillito of HullBID

by editor3 December 20214 December 2021

As HoH Food Hall celebrates its launch weekend, we had a chat with Kathryn Shillito, Executive Director of HullBID, to find out how the organisation is supporting the rejuvenation of the historic building.

Rollits 180: “I love my job and the people I work with”

by editor2 December 20212 December 2021

We’re delighted to be working with Rollits to create a series of heritage articles that celebrate the law firm’s 180th anniversary. This time we had a chat with Kerry Horton, who has been with the firm since 1993.

Introducing CATCH Apprenticeships – Your route to success

by editor1 December 202129 November 2021

Award-winning skills provider CATCH have announced that they are set to boost the prospects of young people across the Yorkshire and Humber region by offering a suite of apprenticeship standards under their new brand CATCH Apprenticeships.

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Paragon Arcade bringing a festive vibe as customers shun online shopping

Sweet treats, magical music and delightful decorations all under one roof are being offered as traders in a city centre arcade pull together to make it a cracking Christmas.

New free parenting guide offered to separating families in Hull and East Yorkshire

The Family team at Rollits are pleased to be supporting Good Divorce Week (29 Nov -3 Dec), a campaign run each year by Resolution, the family justice organisation, to raise awareness of how families can separate constructively. This year the focus of Good Divorce Week is parenting through separation.

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Latus Health to grow workforce fivefold by 2024

A Hull-based healthcare business has said that the release of its new Connected Healthcare Platform in January will create over 100 new local jobs in 2022, with expectations for its workforce to increase to over 400 by 2024.

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Brailsford backs fast-growing consultancy Trans2 Performance to support bid for 2022 Tour success

One of the biggest names in cycling who inspired unprecedented international success in Olympic velodromes and across road cycling’s biggest races has turned to a performance and management consultancy based in Hull to help his athletes stay at the front in the sport’s headline races of 2022.

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Eon Visual Media celebrates record year of expansion

Despite the many trials and tribulations caused by the global pandemic, Eon Visual Media has managed to achieve significant growth throughout the first half of the 2021-2022 financial year.

Hull care home worker wins prestigious regional award

A Hull care home worker is celebrating after winning a regional award at The Great British Care Awards.

Hull’s Bee Lady added to Yorkshire bus art

Bus company East Yorkshire has updated its Hull Heritage Bus to include another famous face and building.

KCOM launches Christmas Wishlist to help local communities

Do you know someone who could do with a helping hand to make this Christmas one to remember?

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Kaizen expands team to widen portfolio of client services

Kaizen Consulting, a proactive group of management accountants and business advisers in Hull, now offers project management support as a result of two new key appointments.

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Willerby sets ‘gold standard’ to take Manufacturer of the Year crown

Holiday homes market leader Willerby has been named Manufacturer of the Year in a prestigious awards ceremony.

Ho! Ho! Ho! Head to Humber Street for festive fun

Christmas is coming to the Fruit Market with a packed day of festive fun for all the family.

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The staycation is here to stay

by editor28 November 202128 November 2021

The current spike in popularity of the staycation is here to stay, holiday homes market leader Willerby has confidently declared.

HoH Food Hall: An interview with Giuseppe Pantalone

With less than a week to go before HoH Food Hall officially opens, we spoke to the man entrusted with the mighty task of making it a genuine foodie destination.

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Humber LEP’s legacy to be celebrated at event next week

by editor22 November 202122 November 2021

A special one-off event will take place next week celebrating everything the Humber Local Enterprise Partnership achieved in its 10 years supporting the private sector and economic growth in East Yorkshire, Hull, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire.

Arco supports Ready, Steady, Read – helping children in Hull improve reading skills

by editor22 November 202122 November 2021

Arco, the UK’s leading safety products and services company, is providing £5,000 of funding to the children’s reading charity Ready, Steady, Read to restart activities following the COVID-19 pandemic AND is also encouraging its colleagues to volunteer their time and support the charity as reading mentors, helping to improve the reading skills of children in the Hull area.

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Partners strike Gold in national awards for Fruit Market regeneration

by editor22 November 2021

Regeneration partners Wykeland Group and Beal Homes have won national awards recognition for the remarkable transformation of the Fruit Market in Hull.

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Office technology leader rebrands as Spectrum in drive for digital growth

by editor22 November 2021

Office technology business IT@Spectrum has rebranded as Spectrum to support its ambitious growth plans and mission to help companies thrive in the digital-first economy.

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Prestigious double award shortlisting announced for Hull interior design, fit-out and furnishing firm

by editor19 November 202119 November 2021

Chameleon Business Interiors – the interior design, fit-out and furnishing firm based at Hull’s Humber Quays – has reached the final stages of a prestigious industry awards in not one but two competitive categories.

Nibble opens sister takeaway to serve growing Fruit Market community

by editor19 November 202119 November 2021

A hugely popular eatery in Hull’s thriving Fruit Market has opened a new takeaway outlet to serve the rapidly growing community of workers in the area.

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Hull-based green cleaning company expanding with new 32,000sqft site

by editor19 November 202119 November 2021

Hull-based green cleaning company Bio-D has announced its relocation to a new 32,000sqft site after seeing a significant rise in demand for its range of eco friendly cleaning products.

Rollits 180: “If it’s got a plug on it, we look after it”

by editor18 November 202118 November 2021

We’re delighted to be working with Rollits to create a series of heritage articles that celebrate the law firm’s 180th anniversary. This time we had a chat with Mike Wasling, Director of Information and Technology.

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HullBID announces details of 2022 awards

by editor17 November 2021

Businesses throughout Hull city centre are gearing up for a night to remember after a year to forget as Hull Business Improvement District returns with its annual awards.

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HEY LEP welcomes UAE delegates to Humber Tech Week to discuss collaboration between the region and Dubai

by editor17 November 202117 November 2021

In the week preceding International Trade Week, Tech Week Humber 2021 and Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (HEY LEP) welcomed headline partners Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) to Hull.

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Beal inspires budding tennis stars as funding extended

by editor17 November 202117 November 2021

Up to 2,000 children will be given the chance to experience tennis coaching for the first time thanks to continued sponsorship from family-run housebuilder Beal Homes.

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Youth Enterprise Award winners announced at virtual awards evening

Hull City Council in partnership with Hull Culture and Leisure (HC&L), Engaging Education, C4DI and Dave Bower of Design over Technology Ltd brought to Hull a virtual international audience to celebrate enterprising young people in the city and those that support them from the public, private and voluntary sectors.

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Nutritionist and pilates instructor opens new studio in the Avenues

A new pilates studio has opened on Princes Avenue in Hull.

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Howden Football Club kicks off grand opening of new show homes

by editor15 November 2021

Aspiring footballers have held a “keepy-uppy countdown” to mark the opening of brand-new show homes at five-star housebuilder Lovell Homes’ brand-new development, Saddlers Grange, in Howden.

Local housebuilder celebrates the success of its apprenticeship scheme

Barratt Developments Yorkshire East is celebrating the success of its Apprenticeship Scheme as seven new apprentices begin their careers with the housebuilder.

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New occupiers move into landmark Beverley building following £550,000 transformation

A landmark office building in Beverley is now a bustling hub of business and learning following a successful restoration, remodelling and refurbishment programme.

Puffins Galore for East Yorkshire businesses

by editor13 November 202113 November 2021

Sir John Lawton, President of Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, will be launching the sponsorship drive to recruit East Yorkshire businesses to get involved with Puffins Galore!

Members of the public invited back to hear latest updates on Yorkshire Energy Park

Following a series of Public Information events in September, members of the public are being invited to see more detailed plans for the Yorkshire Energy Park site ahead of planning submissions in December.

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Beal comes home to Holderness for latest luxury development

by editor13 November 2021

Bespoke housebuilder Beal Homes is returning to its roots for its latest exclusive development.

Department for Education grant gives green light to Ron Dearing UTC expansion

by editor13 November 202113 November 2021

Hull’s employer-led school, Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC), is delighted to have received approval and funding for exciting expansion plans.

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DA Creative Studio appoints new management team to drive further growth

by editor11 November 202111 November 2021

DA Creative Studio has enjoyed continuous growth over the last year, as the disruptive marketing and PR agency’s reputation for delivering high-impact campaigns has seen them attract the attention of several new high-profile clients.

An interview with HoH Food Hall’s Head Chef

by editor9 November 202116 November 2021

We had a chat with Arron Edwards of HoH Food Hall to find out what his teams have in store for our tastebuds.

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Sessions Spa welcomes new owners, following sale from Georgina and Jimi Parkinson

by editor7 November 20217 November 2021

Sessions, the North East’s premier spa for beauty and hair, based in New Walk Beverley, has been sold by Georgina and Jimi Parkinson to Rhona McLeod and Ian Richardson for an undisclosed sum.

Ron Dearing UTC students equipped with cutting-edge robotics skills to increase career opportunities

by editor6 November 20216 November 2021

Student engineers of the future are learning crucial robotics skills to give them the edge for exciting career opportunities and fill an increasing national industry skills gap.

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Women at the top in global technology to tackle “dismal” diversity figures

by editor6 November 20216 November 2021

Women at the top of the global technology industry will seize the opportunities presented by an event in Hull to tackle the “dismal” figures for diversity in the sector.

£100,000 of grants handed out in first year of Hull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme

Hull City Council has provided almost £100,000 in grants in the first year of the Hull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme, which helps businesses in the city become more energy efficient and save money.

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Barratt Developments Yorkshire East raises over £25k for SASH

Local housebuilder Barratt Developments Yorkshire East has raised an impressive £25,300 in support of its charity of the year for 2021, Safe and Sound Homes (SASH), with a donation also being made to Sepsis UK in honour of the division’s former Managing Director, Paul Newman.

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Thousands of Squid Game-style recruitment cards found across Hull

Thousands of Squid Game-style recruitment cards have been mysteriously placed around Hull to hire people for in-demand warehouse, logistics and FCMG jobs.

Paragon fleet helping to cut carbon emissions

As well as boasting the most modern and innovative trains on the UK rail network, Hull Trains now has some of the most environmentally friendly.

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EYG says its many long-serving employees are the key to 50 years of continuous success

The managing director of Hull-based EYG Group says the secret to its success has been retaining many long-serving members of staff who ‘care deeply about […]

HoH Food Hall is a vibrant addition to the city

by editor4 November 2021

HoH Food Hall is an exciting new concept in the heart of the Hammonds building, which combines a vibrant collection of dining, organic grocery, retail, food, music and art offerings including artisanal food and beverage stations.

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Tech skills start-up to broaden its reach with new training centre

by editor30 October 202130 October 2021

A trio of tech businesses which were set up to drive the development of digital businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire have secured a prime city centre site as the home for a technology education and training centre.

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Rollits team reinforces wills and probate expertise and steps up to raise funds for hospice

by editor4 November 2021

A leading law firm has reinforced the confidence of clients in its will and probate team with all five specialist solicitors now appointed to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

Tech breakfast to focus on tourism sector

by editor4 November 2021

Technology and tourism will come together at a networking breakfast which will launch Tech Expo, the centrepiece of next week’s Tech Week Humber global technology festival.

Howden children’s creativity “set in stone” at Lovell development

Decorative stones designed by local children have taken pride of place at Lovell Homes’ development in Howden, as the countdown to the launch of its beautiful three- and four-bedroom show homes on 12 November begins.

University of Hull creates a new bike loaning system

by editor30 October 202130 October 2021

A new bike hub has been made available at the University of Hull. The initiative was the result of a partnership between the University and the local vehicle livery and decal firm, Brandfixx.

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Growing East Yorkshire firm established as a UK leader in hi-tech horticulture launches apprenticeship programme to recruit ‘technically minded’ local graduates

A successful East Yorkshire business which has risen to prominence in the hi-tech horticultural sector through its work on multi-million pound projects has launched a new apprenticeship programme aimed at local graduates.

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Agencia enhances health and justice capabilities as it approaches milestone year

A company from East Yorkshire which delivers transformational health and justice projects is drawing on the lessons of its work during Covid to sharpen its offer to customers internationally as it approaches its 25th year.

Hull’s employer-led school celebrates third year of positive destinations for sixth form students

Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has recorded a clean sweep of positive destinations for its sixth form students for the third consecutive year.

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Tech festival attracts global brands and big investors to the Humber

A festival of technology which was only launched two years ago is about to make a return as a global gathering with industry leaders jetting in from the United States and the Middle East to highlight Hull and Humber’s worldwide connections.

“It’s so humbling and rewarding to be part of a family’s journey”

We’re delighted to be working with Rollits to create a series of heritage articles that celebrate the law firm’s 180th anniversary. This time we had a chat with John Lane, who has seen the firm adapt and evolve enormously over the years.

‘Dress to kill’ this Halloween at Lost City Adventure Golf

The best-dressed ghosts and ghouls in Hull will be rewarded with a free game of golf this weekend at Lost City Adventure Golf.

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Easy Bathrooms taps into The Trade Yard network for latest expansion

A bathroom supplier which has built a network of more than 90 branches in less than 10 years has made its first move into East Yorkshire as it pursues plans to become the UK leader in its sector.

The Humber unites to lead the drive to net zero

The Humber has come together to lead the global fight against climate change.

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Hull Trains is back and stronger than ever

by editor26 October 202124 January 2022

Timetables at Hull Trains will be back to pre-pandemic levels from December as public confidence in rail travel continues to grow.

Arco donates £50,000 worth of PPE to HEY Smile Foundation

by editor26 October 2021

Arco, the UK’s leading safety company, has donated over £50,000 worth of personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies to the HEY Smile Foundation, a leading local charity working with organisations in the health and community support sectors.

£200m Yorkshire Energy Park announces University of Lincoln as principal education partner

The University of Lincoln, an award-winning institution with an international reputation for its quality of teaching and research, has been announced as the principal education partner of the £200m Yorkshire Energy Park.

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Investment in estates consultancy strengthens Sewell Group portfolio

Sewell Group has today announced its investment in Community Ventures Partnerships Ltd as part of its strategic growth plans across the North of England, allowing it to expand its footprint in estates management consultancy.

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Hull-based green cleaning company strikes gold at prestigious manufacturing awards

by editor26 October 2021

Hull-based green cleaning company Bio-D has been announced as the winner of a prestigious award for energy and sustainability at a major regional manufacturing awards ceremony.

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Home ownership prospect made much more accessible thanks to new low deposit mortgage scheme in Hull

Deposit Unlock is a new mortgage lending scheme offered by housebuilders Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes on properties in Hull, including Fleet Green and Hesslewood Park in Hessle, Poppy Fields and Harland Park in Cottingham, Queens Court and Minster View in Beverley, and Harrier Chase in Brough.

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It’s not all doom and gloom for first-time buyers

by editor17 October 202117 October 2021

A local young professional has become the proud owner of an apartment at The Glass House in Hull.

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It’s a double as brothers build on family tradition to open a second bar

by editor18 October 2021

Two brothers who followed their father into the pub trade have overcome cynics and staff shortages to open a second bar in their home village […]

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360 Accountants appoint new practice manager

Adrian Hunter joins the firm with over 25 years’ experience in senior and strategic management roles across the finance, leisure and hospitality industries.

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North Point Shopping Centre unveils refurbished market hall as pub reopens

by editor17 October 202117 October 2021

Bransholme’s favourite retail destination, North Point Shopping Centre, is celebrating a double milestone in its history as a refurbished and rebranded market hall is unveiled coinciding with transformed pub, The Sutton Arms, welcoming punters back after four years.

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TV surprise teacher settles into retirement holiday home gifted by Willerby

by editor17 October 2021

A retired teacher is looking forward to many years of happy memories after settling into a new holiday home gifted to her by Hull-based market leader Willerby.

Visionary film to show global leaders why the world needs the Humber to tackle climate change

by editor17 October 202117 October 2021

A new cinematic film will reveal to world leaders the critical role the Humber has in the global fight against climate change.

Rollits uses video meetings to facilitate hybrid working

by editor13 October 202113 October 2021

We’re delighted to be working with Rollits to create a series of heritage articles that celebrate the law firm’s 180th anniversary. This time we had a chat with Caroline Neadley, a Partner in the Employment team.

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Rollits recruits three new trainee solicitors

Rollits LLP has announced the appointment of graduates Joshua Hobson, Olivia Keith and Emma Richards, who are all local to the firm’s offices in Hull and York and have now started their Period of Recognised Training.

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HEY Credit Union claims national award for putting fairness to customers first

An organisation which has been providing a loans and savings lifeline for families for more than 20 years has been rewarded with a top accolade in a nationwide awards scheme.

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Managing Director vows to make Hull Trains a ‘beacon’ of East Yorkshire

by editor11 October 2021

New Managing Director of Hull Trains, David Gibson, has officially unveiled a commemorative 21st anniversary design on the fifth and final unit of the Paragon fleet.

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Neil Hudgell named Legal Personality of the Year and Yorkshire Lawyer of the Year

Hudgell Solicitors owner and executive chairman Neil Hudgell has collected two prestigious legal awards as the Legal Personality of the Year and Yorkshire Lawyer of the Year.

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5* reviews for Genuine Gents as Beverley barbers celebrates first year

Genuine Gents on Beverley’s Butcher Row is marking its first full year of trading with increased business, more skilled staff and stellar five star reviews.

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Camping vehicle specialist turns to ‘Creo’ to execute Swift model launch

by editor11 October 2021

The UK’s largest maker of leisure vehicles is using the full design capabilities of PTC® to help it bring its latest model to an expectant market that is booming after lockdown eased.

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The search is on to find Hull and East Riding’s dirtiest office

As offices across the region return to ‘business as usual’, Lightowler – one of Hull’s oldest commercial cleaning, painting and facilities management companies – is looking to reward one lucky workplace with an extra special cleaning service completely free of charge.

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Willerby hires over 30 apprentices as holiday homes boom opens up exciting opportunities

More than 30 young people are beginning exciting careers with holiday homes market leader Willerby following the biggest recruitment of apprentices in the company’s 75-year history.

Giving nature a home: celebrating wildlife at Cottingham development