Solihull plan for new urban quarter receives double boost
Groundbreaking partnership with HS2 Ltd to design new infrastructure and connectivity.
Blueprint for UK’s growth capital to be unveiled
West Midlands to launch £10 billion prospectus for the UK’s most investable region.
Le grand projet
Birmingham needs a city centre park says Steve Beauchampé, not the thin strip of tree-lined greensward offered in the Smithfield development.
Greater Birmingham recognised for international investment strategy
City region also named among leading cities in Europe for connectivity and business friendliness.
Birmingham professor on board to deliver HS2 Strategy
New arrival to head team charged with maximising rail business benefits.
Black Country construction firm wins trailblazing contract
First work to be awarded through the HVM business procurement tool.
Match funding on offer to Greater Birmingham and Solihull organisations
Projects linked to maximising the economic benefit of HS2 and promote the shift to a low carbon economy.
Concerns about commercial letting aired at property conference
Landlord raises alarm about pace of Birmingham office lettings.
West Midlands businesses urged to be HS2-ready
Procurement picks up pace for high-speed project.
Birmingham looks to Asia for post-Brexit investment
City attracts £300 million investment from Hong Kong creating over 1,000 new homes.
Birmingham City University welcomes senior Chinese delegation
“Impressive” university hailed as further investment promised.
“Avoid Euston” advice to Bank Holiday travellers
Planned maintenance work leads to warning for rail passengers.
HS2 College launches high speed rail qualification
Technical certificate aims to help fill vacancy gap.
Greater Birmingham welcomes prospective investors during MIPIM 2017
Key projects showcased while panel discussions draw large crowds.
Black Country High Value Manufacturing City showcased on world stage
£1 billion boost to local economy from energy investment opportunities.
Greater Birmingham connectivity entices MIPIM investment
Events range from discussions about HS2 to the launch of The Hub’s Growth & Investment Plan.
UK Central Hub sets out HS2 site growth plan
Plan outlines potential to add £4.1 billion GVA to local economy and create 77,500 new jobs.
HS2 go-ahead to power West Midlands renaissance
Royal Assent to be granted for London to West Midlands route today.
Birmingham Airport makes £100 million infrastructure investment
Security high on list of priorities for airport improvements.
Birmingham invests £1 billion to get on right track for HS2
First major investment commitment by a local area to leverage the benefits of HS2.
City MP claims victory in HS2 site campaign
Byrne wins bid for 3,000 jobs at Washwood Heath.
The inside track on the UK’s rail overhaul
Midlands on track for jobs boost and greater connectivity as countdown to HS2 begins.
HS2 concede fresh talks needed on Washwood Heath
City MP continues campaign to revitalise industrial site.
Local public transport set for expansion
Transport package bonanza under historic West Midlands devolution agreement.
Greater Birmingham’s billion-pound investment potential showcased to Chinese financiers
Region set to strengthen its position as only UK region operating trade surplus with China.
Study calls for Birmingham Airport to play integral part in regional growth
Thousands more jobs and millions of pounds in growth possible according to new report into Birmingham Airport.
Major Chinese automotive manufacturer locates to Birmingham Business Park
Over 110 jobs transferring to Greater Birmingham with further growth planned.
Rail threat to local beauty spots
More ancient woodland in Birmingham added to list of HS2 threats.
MP secures Ministerial assurances on HS2 Washwood Heath site
Over 2,000 jobs would be created with new proposal.
Property boss appointed to lead regeneration around HS2 station
Company is responsible for the transformation of over 140 hectares surrounding the city’s HS2 terminus at Curzon Street.