Property expert is positive about future of East Durham
As Peterlee, Seaham and the surrounding areas of East Durham continue to thrive, Paul Wellstead from Spectrum Business Park in Seaham looks at the challenges... Read More
Monday, June 25, 2018
BUSINESS
The latest news from business around East Durham and across the county.Latest East Durham Business News
Peterlee-based Seaward invests to become company of the future
International test equipment expert Seaward Group is to transform its Peterlee manufacturing base with an investment of £500,000. The work, which has already begun, will... Read More
Skills and employment boost for young people in East Durham
Young people are being offered the chance to equip themselves with the skills needed to fill existing employer vacancies. East Durham Business Service (EDBS) has... Read More
Exhibitors at funding and business support event announced
The full line up of exhibitors at a funding and business support event taking place next week has been announced. Peterlee and Seaham Business Park... Read More
Peterlee company helps four people into manufacturing work
Four people have secured employment at a regional manufacturer thanks to Gem Training. Gem Training is delivering pre-employment training as part of its partnership with... Read More
Seaham company’s staff attend Queen’s Garden Party
Two people from an expanding Seaham company were guests at Her Majesty the Queen’s annual Garden Party. Chief Executive of ResQ Nic Marshall and Chief... Read More
Energy reduction project cuts the costs for Peterlee business
A County Durham business is set to make significant savings after reducing its energy costs with help from a council-led project. P&P Windows, based in... Read More
Seaham company showcases local artist’s paintings
Artist Peter Wolland has seen his work make its way onto the walls at growing Seaham company Andrew James UK. The Spectrum Business Park-based online... Read More
Boost for business group as Seaham company takes up key role
Seaham Business Park Group is delighted to announce the latest recruit to its steering committee. Judith Bennison from Seaham company Great Annual Savings Group has... Read More
Peterlee company Seaward leads national appliance testing safety campaign
A group of industry experts have got together to press for changes in the law to help save lives. Led by Seaward and backed by... Read More
Heather Mills buys former Walker Crisps factory in Peterlee
Peterlee is at the centre of another major boost as Heather Mills reveals she has bought the former Walker Crisps factory. Around 335 jobs were... Read More
Shredding company ditches plastic bags as it celebrates fifth birthday
A shredding company owned by a former professional footballer is making major changes to its collection processes as it celebrates its fifth birthday. Shred Direct... Read More
Dutch manufacturer chooses Seaham for first UK plant
Lightweight Containers, a Dutch-based manufacturer of lightweight kegs for the drinks industry, has chosen to locate its first UK manufacturing plant in County Durham. The... Read More
Businesses showcasing vacancies at East Durham jobs fair
Businesses from the East Durham are being encouraged to support a jobs fair organised by JobCentre Plus. The jobs fair is being held in Peterlee... Read More
Charity football match as Seaham call centre celebrates 12th birthday
A call centre which has offices in Seaham and Hull celebrated its 12th birthday with a charity football match at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light. ResQ... Read More
East Durham is the perfect place to do business
Growing companies are being urged to look at East Durham’s thriving business locations as part of their long term plans to prosper. The business parks... Read More
NSK Peterlee staff secure advanced qualification through GEM Training
GEM Training has extended its successful partnership with NSK Bearings Peterlee by developing five staff members through an advanced training qualification. The employees, who are... Read More
Businesses asked to support Dene Community School’s STEM activities
Businesses across the East Durham area are being asked to get involved in a three-day programme of STEM-related activities at Dene Community School in Peterlee.... Read More
Event to focus on funding support available to help East Durham businesses grow
Businesses in East Durham are encouraged to attend an event where they can find out more about the funding support available to help them grow.... Read More
Flexible office space for new and growing businesses available in Seaham
Businesses in the region are being encouraged to look at fully serviced, flexible office space available in Seaham. Novus Business Centre at Spectrum Business Park... Read More
East Durham businesses offered help to beat criminals
Businesses are being offered free advice to help protect their premises against the threat of break ins and security breaches. Steadfast Security has teamed up... Read More
Volunteers recognised for their efforts cleaning up Peterlee gem
Volunteers have been recognised for their efforts to clean up a hidden gem in Peterlee. Jim Wood, Paul Brown, Graham Smith and Gary Hammond, who... Read More
Seaton Lane Inn recruiting following major refurbishment
A pub which recently underwent a major refurbishment has launched a recruitment drive for talented, enthusiastic people. The Seaton Lane Inn at Seaton near Seaham... Read More
Peterlee company Sotech opens doors to East Durham College students
A group of college students have recently benefited from some highly valuable real-life work experience with a leading metal façade manufacturing business in Peterlee. The... Read More
Breaking down barriers to business success in Seaham
Independent retailers in Seaham are celebrating after a ‘barrier to business’ was removed. Following consultation with local business owners and Seaham Town Council, Durham County... Read More
Peterlee company Protech City achieves major industry standard
An IT refurbishment company from Peterlee has achieved a major industry standard. Protech City, an IT asset retirement and Microsoft-registered refurbishing company based in Peterlee,... Read More
Hotel Indigo selects County Durham food producers for menu
Food producers from across County Durham have been selected to supply their products to a new £15m hotel which recently opened. Hotel Indigo has teamed... Read More
Volunteers sought as clean up of Wapping Burn continues
Volunteers are being sought for a clean-up operation to breathe new life into Wapping Burn in Peterlee. The Wear Rivers Trust along with the help... Read More
Businesses to learn more about online security at cyber themed event
Businesses are being given the chance to learn more about online security and how they can better protect themselves from hackers. Peterlee Business Park group... Read More
Can employers legally discriminate against you if you have a tattoo?
A new study by LinkedIn has found that one in five adults in the UK now has a tattoo. It also revealed that 88% of... Read More
Hutton Henry fishing business reeling in sales after undergoing free training
A Durham fishing business is reeling in additional sales after benefiting from a free training scheme that’s designed to boost business performance for North East... Read More
Seaham software firm plans for growth after relocation
Spectrum-based software company Moralbox has bolstered its team with two new members and moved to new offices after becoming the first company to benefit from... Read More
Succession planning key to business growth
Businesses are being offered advice and support to put in place plans to help them ensure their long- term growth and success. County Durham Engineering... Read More
Distillery announces plans to relocate to Durham city centre
Durham Distillery has revealed where it plans to relocate in the centre of Durham as ambitious plans are announced for the site. Following an investment... Read More
Staff at Peterlee company Profound have say on future growth
A Peterlee company is giving its staff a say in the future growth of the business. Profound Group recently held a Communications Day, where every... Read More
Seaham pub to reopen after major refurbishment
One of County Durham’s landmark inns is set to reopen following a complete refurbishment. The Seaton Lane Inn in Seaton will reopen on Friday April... Read More
East Durham firms sought for Incubator Zone programme
County Durham businesses that are keen to showcase their products and services to potential new customers are being recruited for the second phase of a... Read More
Seaham company GAS partners with Wallsend Boys Club
A new partnership has been launched between a young persons’ club and a growing North East business. Tyneside youth charity Wallsend Boys Club has enlisted... Read More
Hundreds of people register for business growth course
Hundreds of business owners have signed up to a business growth programme during its first year. The fully funded Boost Your Business residential course was... Read More
County Durham toy firm makes big splash overseas
Big Little Toys, a Durham-based educational toy manufacturer, is looking to extend its international reach after securing contracts with three overseas distributors in Australia, South... Read More
Peterlee and Seaham business communities thriving
Two private sector-led business support groups which were launched to help spearhead economic growth in East Durham are playing a pivotal role in the area’s... Read More
Businesses offered free training to address skills gap
Small businesses across County Durham are to receive free training to help address skills gaps as part of a £6m Government initiative. The two year... Read More
Peterlee apprentice sets sights on career with Specsavers
An apprentice at Specsavers in Peterlee is starting an exciting career in optics thanks to an apprenticeship programme. Sophie Allison has recently embarked on the... Read More
Shotton hair salon Guappo up for top industry award
An East Durham hair salon is on the shortlist to be named the country’s best at the industry’s Oscars later this month. Guappo Hair Design,... Read More
North East firms struggling to recruit skilled employees
North East businesses are struggling to recruit skilled staff, according to latest figures. Four in ten regional firms are reporting difficulty finding the right skilled... Read More
New MD announced for Peterlee company One Awards
A Peterlee company has announced the appointment of its new boss. Leading Access Validating Agency and Quality Assurance Organisation One Awards has appointed Fabienne Bailey... Read More
EDF Energy staff strike gold as they’re honoured for going the extra mile
It’s gold for employees at EDF Energy Doxford, who are celebrating after being recognised in a company-wide scheme, which rewards colleagues who go the extra... Read More
Women still facing inequality in the workplace
Women are still facing a raw deal in comparison to their male counterparts, new research has shown. In the month of International Women’s Day; the... Read More
County Durham businesses urged to book for Incubator Zone 2018
County Durham businesses that are keen to showcase their products and services to potential new customers are being recruited for the second phase of a... Read More
Office space available in Seaham as area continues to thrive
Companies who are looking to grow are being encouraged to look at one the region’s fastest growing business communities. Spectrum Business Park has corporate and... Read More