Educational event to help drive economic growth
A conference hosted by the University of Wolverhampton will aim to educate and provide support to entrepreneurs in the region to assist with economic regeneration.
Tower crowned Project of the Year
Birmingham Airport’s new Air Traffic Control Tower has been crowned ‘Project of the Year’ and won a further award for the best ‘Regeneration’ scheme at the 2013 RICS West Midlands Awards.
Team building takes a different tune at The Studio
Corporate team building is set to hit a sweeter note following the launch of a new initiative at thestudio in Birmingham.
The march of automated meter reading
One of the UK’s leading independent metering specialists has signed a new agreement that will help it enhance its automated meter reading (AMR) range.
Birmingham firm a shining example of success
A Birmingham silverware manufacturer has graduated from the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses programme.
Midlands Co-operative’s profits rise again
Midlands Co-operative Society continues its strong business performance with the announcement of its year end results to 26 January 2013
Innovative designs from industrious students at annual University Degree Show
A prototype arctic research vehicle and a supercharged low emissions racing car are amongst the innovative designs being showcased by students
Midlands Media Awards: Panel chaired by Sky News Managing Editor
Peter Lowe, Managing Editor of Sky News, is to be chairman of the judging panel for this year’s Midlands Media Awards, shortlisted nominations for which will be announced on Monday, May 13.
Innovation Birmingham restructure to pave way for £35m science park expansion
The management and delivery company for Birmingham Science Park Aston’s flagship Faraday Wharf building and £35 million Digital Plaza development zone has been restructured and renamed as Innovation Birmingham Limited.
Online success for Birmingham retailers
Online retailer WAE+ has unveiled sales figures for the first six months of its financial year, at £4.48 million, compared to previous six months at £1.4 million
Miss Birmingham 2013 final this weekend
The West Midlands’ most glamorous ladies will take to the stage this weekend in a bid to win the crown of Miss Birmingham 2013.
Birmingham to Brighton and back in 35 years
Heritage Silverware has restored and returned a piece of dining room history to one of Britain’s most magnificent hotels.
10 years at the top for Belgrade’s Artistic Director
Hamish Glen celebrates his tenth year as Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre, after being recruited to the post in 2003 to rejuvenate the city centre theatre.
Global economy under the spotlight
A leading business expert from the University of Wolverhampton will share his thoughts on the modern global economy at a public lecture.
‘Talk to Reg’ to make regulation simple
Companies in Greater Birmingham and Solihull have received a boost this week with the launch of a new website that provides a single point of reference for business support and regulatory guidance.
The Amazing World of Amazon: Read All About It
Will we have a world without books? asks Richard Lutz as he sees another bookshop shut down?
Graduation equals growth for thestudio
An innovative meeting and event space in Birmingham is celebrating its graduation from the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses programme.
Manufacturer praises students after university challenge
Six college students will be presenting their ideas to managers at a manufacturing firm following their success at ‘The Pitch’ competition hosted by the University of Wolverhampton.
There’s no such thing as a free smartphone
Samsung Electronics has admitted for the first time that it uses tin in its products that’s destroying tropical forests, killing coral and wrecking the lives of communities
GoCardless launches Direct Debit solution to Birmingham SMEs
Thousands of small businesses are in line to benefit from more efficient payments after GoCardless announced its official launch in Birmingham yesterday.
‘Exciting times for Walsall’ companies
The latest Duport Business Confidence Report reveals a sharp rise in net company growth last year in Walsall, suggesting a recovering local economy.
Narrow boats, wide eyes, open minds…
A couple from the Midlands are launching a unique venture on Warwickshire’s waterways, called Float by Boat
Sustainable growth the focus for University at West Midlands exhibition
Showcasing the work being undertaken all over Europe to encourage innovation and sustainable growth
Premier location for Midlands Media Awards
The Midlands Media Awards is this year to take place at The Holte Suite, Aston Villa FC’s prestigious hospitality centre.
Pupils spot window of opportunity at Birmingham Airport
Savvy students from Tile Cross have helped to secure funding from Birmingham Airport, in a bid to improve facilities at their school.
Two West Mids firms gain highest rank in Corporate Responsibility Index
Carillion and Jaguar Land Rover have been recognised with the highest ranking in Business in the Community’s annual benchmark of responsible business management
Manufacturing firms set for performance boost through new grant scheme
A new funding scheme for West Midlands SMEs is aiming to award 200 grants over the next two years in a bid to help manufacturing businesses boost their competitiveness.
New business venture for education specialist
A new service to help schools enhance careers advice for students and tap into business support has been launched.
Charity calls for West Mids businesses to support national volunteering day
Youth clubs, primary schools and the Birmingham Institute for the Deaf are calling for local businesses to sign up for Business in the Community’s Give & Gain Day,
Eastern Airways 10th anniversary ‘twixt Birmingham and Newcastle
Eastern Airways is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its service between Birmingham and Newcastle, which provides a fast business link between the Midlands and the North East.