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
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
BUSINESS
The latest news from business around East Durham and across the county.Latest East Durham Business News
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
Seaham business hosts open day to help young people into work
A Seaham business is helping young people get into work with support from a Durham County Council-led initiative. ResQ, a contact centre based on Spectrum... Read More
Peterlee business to share its success and national growth
A Peterlee company is to open its doors to share its growth and give an overview of the national business it has won. The Employability... Read More
Free courses on offer to help businesses grow
Business owners are being given the chance to gain qualifications which could help their company grow. East Durham Business Service (EDBS) has secured funding for... Read More
GEM launches Peterlee-based training company
One of the region’s leading recruitment specialists has launched a new training company as part of its long-term plans for growth. GEM Partnership, which already... Read More
Pest control help for East Durham businesses
Businesses in County Durham looking to tackle or avoid pest problems are being offered free help. Durham County Council is providing pest management surveys and... Read More
Darlington firm on the up following export support from DIT
A Darlington-based insect repellent manufacturer has significantly increased sales on the back of a robust exporting strategy with support from the Department for International Trade... Read More
Help available for budding entrepreneurs in East Durham
Budding entrepreneurs are being encouraged to talk to a business support organisation to help them turn their dreams into reality. East Durham Business Service (EDBS)... Read More
All that Jazz as Pennine prepares to open flagship showroom
A leading North East retailer, Pennine Home Improvements, is preparing to open a showroom in the heart of Durham this month following 40 successful years... Read More
Employers advised how to handle office romance
Employers are being given advice on how to deal with office romance if love is in the workplace air. As Valentine’s Day approaches, businesses are... Read More
EDBS teams up with Virgin money to help young people into work
East Durham Business Service (EDBS) has been awarded funding from the Virgin Money Foundation to support unemployed young people living in East Durham. EDBS will... Read More
Government space chiefs heading to North East for conference
Industry leaders from across the UK will be heading to the North East for a conference designed to help businesses capitalise on the growing, multi-million... Read More
Tributes paid to Peterlee businessman Rod Taylor
Businessman Rod Taylor, the founder and former owner of Seaward Electronic in Peterlee, has died after a three-year battle with cancer. He was 66. Mr... Read More
Aerial photography showcases Seaham’s growing business community
Companies thinking of moving to Seaham’s bustling business community won’t believe their eyes when they see the stunning new images from Spectrum Business Park. The... Read More
County Durham’s engineering and manufacturing sectors thriving
Engineering and manufacturing companies from across County Durham are being given a helping hand thanks to a network created to support growth within the sectors.... Read More
Regional employment up with jobs being created in East Durham
North East employment levels are increasing at a faster rate than anywhere else in the country, according to latest statistics. Figures released by the Office... Read More
Peterlee company wins national apprenticeship contract
A Peterlee training provider has won a major national apprenticeship contract with a drinks wholesaler. Profound Group has teamed up with national wholesaler, LWC Drinks,... Read More
£50m emergency fund for SMEs affected by Carillion liquidation
Small and medium businesses within construction giant Carillion’s supply chain are being supported by a £50m emergency fund. Lloyds Banking Group (LBG) has announced the... Read More
Pennine to open new County Durham showroom
A leading North East retailer, Pennine Home Improvements, is preparing to open a showroom in the heart of Durham this month following 40 successful years... Read More
6,000 new jobs and £400m economic boost for Durham agreed
Ambitious plans which aim to attract more than 6,000 new private sector jobs to a unique business park in Durham City over the next 20... Read More
Help available for businesses affected by Carillion collapse
Businesses in County Durham who have been affected by the collapse of construction giant Carillion are being offered help. Business Durham is working with the... Read More
East Durham companies win contracts after Incubator Zone involvement
Exhibitors who participated in a new programme at the region’s biggest engineering and manufacturing expo have secured more than 10 new contracts worth over £200,000... Read More
Budding entrepreneurs from East Durham offered help to launch their business
Budding entrepreneurs from East Durham are being offered free help to turn their idea into a viable business. Maven Capital Partners, the Fund Manager for... Read More
6,000 jobs and millions of investment could be on way for County Durham
Plans to attract more than 6,000 private sector jobs delivering a £400 million boost for County Durham’s economy could take a very significant step forward... Read More
Peterlee packaging company achieves prestigious industry standard
A Peterlee-based leading supplier of packaging solutions has been awarded the BRC Global Standard’s highest grade following an extensive audit process. Encore Packaging Solutions, that... Read More