Friday, April 26, 2024

North Yorkshire

Zelst, a 17-strong Harrogate-based search marketing agency launched in 2006 by Peter and Sarah Van Zelst, has established a new US venture following a number of client wins from US agencies looking to collaborate with UK specialists. The firm, which has worked with US clients for over a decade, embarked...
A Scarborough-based maritime lawyer is the new head of an influential offshore business group, with ambitions to bring new economic benefits to the region. Iain Butterworth, who is also a director of Butterworth Marine, has been made chair of Humber Marine & Renewables as he implements plans to support more...
The use of data from ‘citizen sensors’ - people providing regular feedback on their daily experiences – could help to define and deliver more effective clean air strategies in towns and cities, a University of Manchester expert has argued. A recent study conducted at the University using a citizen science...
Despite companies across the UK continuing to struggle amidst rising interest rates and stubborn inflation, business confidence in Yorkshire and the Humber appears to be resilient with levels of start-ups in the region in July higher than those in much of the UK. The latest research from the UK’s insolvency...
• Corporate insolvencies decreased by 20.4% in July 2023 to a total of 1,727 compared to June’s total of 2,169, and decreased by 5.7% compared to July 2022's figure of 1,831. o Corporate insolvencies also increased by 57.6% compared to July 2021 and increased by 19.9% compared to July 2019. •...
The launch of Great British Nuclear (GBN) has placed a renewed focus on a collection of online articles featuring research and evidence-led recommendations from University of Manchester nuclear energy experts. Going Nuclear, published by the University's policy engagement unit Policy@Manchester, has already been warmly received by MPs and peers from...
Yorkshire & Humber Academic Health Science Network’s (AHSN) digital health accelerator, Propel@YH, is back for its fifth year and is looking to support innovations that help the NHS whilst boosting the region’s economy. Propel@YH provides HealthTech innovators with a structured course of advice and guidance to help them navigate the...
A programme has just launched in the region providing specialist support to unemployed individuals who face barriers that significantly impact their ability to engage with employment. Yorkshire-based non-profit organisation, Better Connect, are on a mission to create a happier and more inclusive Yorkshire where everyone is empowered to thrive in...
Following a robust re-certification process, Leeds-headquartered Bailie Group, a United Nations’ named climate leader, has achieved internationally renowned Planet Mark accreditation for a third year – while celebrating a 20% reduction in carbon emissions and a social value exceeding £1m. The Group’s most recent priorities include reducing energy consumption, bringing...
Leeds-headquartered digital transformation specialist Axiologik has made a trio of senior hires as the business pursues further growth. Finance director Ross MacGregor is the first addition to the leadership team. While new to the tech sector, he joins Axiologik with almost a decade of experience in CFO and FD roles...