North East tech firm Excelpoint has enjoyed a positive first-quarter performance with increased sales and recognition in the FSB, North East Business, and Aycliffe Business Park awards. It has continued…
Read more“Action is needed urgently to ensure everyone can benefit from early diagnosis of prostate cancer” Researchers are working with members of the Black community to develop and run workshops…
Read moreSECURE cloud expert Howell Technology Group (HTG) is on the expansion trail, doubling the size of its premises in a move that will allow it to create at least 20…
Read moreA LEADING North East law firm is celebrating a period of continued growth and expansion, despite the challenges of the pandemic. Mincoffs Solicitors, based in Jesmond, specialises in its corporate…
Read moreNewly promoted Sunderland AFC has teamed up with data analytics and testing specialists Seriös Group to get ahead of the game as they prepare for life in the Championship. The…
Read moreNorth East England has topped the list of UK regions for new job creation from inward investment successes, following annual statistics by the Department for International Trade (DIT). Consisting of…
Read moreCreated in 1978 by American artist and activist Gilbert Baker, the Rainbow Pride Flag has become one of the most recognised symbols in the world, powered by a message of…
Read moreNorthumbria University, Newcastle, is the North East’s highest ranked university for graduate business startups based on estimated turnover. According to the latest Higher Education Business and Communities Interaction (HEBCIS) survey…
Read moreCultural diversity is no longer considered just a buzzword. There are various benefits to diversity and companies are ready to reap the rewards. Building a team while keeping cultural diversity…
Read moreThe North East’s St Oswald’s Hospice art trail fundraiser is back for summer 2023 – and Newcastle-headquartered tech consultancy Opencast will be creating its very own Shaun the Sheep for…
Read moreThree talented international fashion students showcasing their work in a University of Sunderland exhibition have been awarded for their creative efforts. Nasiba Rajapova, Bakhodirova Surayyo and Ezozkhon Abduganieva are among…
Read moreNewcastle-based Northcoders has with partnered R2 Factory which is part of the Rolls-Royce Group, to deliver its next generation of mid-level developers using the Developer Incubator product. Northcoders’ Developer Incubator…
Read moreCleveland Containers, the UK’s leading supplier of shipping containers, has secured a minority investment from leading mid-market private equity firm LDC to support the next stage of its growth journey.…
Read moreResearchers at Northumbria University have been instrumental in the creation of a centre for innovation and entrepreneurship in a low-income area of Africa. Africa is broadly acknowledged as the poorest…
Read moreOPPORTUNITIES for the region’s growing tech sector were the focus of the north east’s biggest tech conference. The scale of those opportunities was laid bare on the second day of…
Read moreA new £1.3 million Centre for Doctoral Training in the field of data intensive science is cementing the region as a major hub for space, data science and the digital…
Read moreNotify Technology, the fast-growth provider of digital workplace safety, wellbeing, environmental and governance compliance services has announced the completion of its latest funding round, raising £3.1M in new equity. The…
Read moreAlthough economic uncertainty and changing restrictions characterised the year for businesses across the country, Invest Newcastle, part of NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI), ended the 2021-22 financial year having supported the creation…
Read more“Maurice’s energy and commitment to enhancing our student experience and employability opportunities is truly inspirational” One of the world’s authorities on mindset and leadership is sharing his experiences on…
Read moreStudents at Newcastle College met some of the region’s top entrepreneurs this week at the first ever Newcastle Startup Day within its Synergy Hub. Produced in collaboration with the team…
Read moreA professor from the University of Sunderland is leading a team of international experts in a bid to examine growing amounts of hate speech and conflict emerging both online and…
Read moreNewcastle-based Northcoders – one of the UK’s leading independent providers of training programmes for software coding – has launched a brand new podcast called Queer coded that is all about…
Read moreEmployees at Aspire Technology Solutions have received life-saving waterside responder training delivered by the RNIL and the Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Service. Employing more than 240 people, Aspire…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland has received £300,000 in funding from the Medical Research Council (MRC) to support commercialisation of pioneering research which aims to improve the lives of patients across…
Read moreNorth East IT network and connectivity specialist Advantex has launched a recruitment drive to support growth and expansion of customer services. The Gateshead firm is creating up to 10 new roles…
Read moreThree students from the prestigious Princeton University in America have travelled thousands of miles to the University of Sunderland to embark on life-changing placements. The students, who are part of…
Read moreTalented computing students have been mingling with digital professionals and potential employers at the University of Sunderland’s annual Digital Showcase event. The event – which takes place at the David…
Read moreInvest Newcastle has announced a further 200 brand new, high-tech jobs for the region. Part of Newcastle Gateshead Initiative, Invest Newcastle has been working with global technology and management consultancy…
Read moreAs energy bills and food prices continue to rise across the UK – an art student is using her creative talents to highlight the impact of the cost of living…
Read moreThree Durham-based organisations are working together to encourage innovation and business growth in new and emerging markets after receiving £820,000 in funding from the Government’s UK Community Renewal Fund (CRF).…
Read moreAs part of the North of Tyne Combined Authority Digital Growth and Innovation Programme (NTCA Digital), we are reaching out to qualifying SMEs in the North of Tyne area to…
Read more“Sometimes students ask me, “so what do you do?” and I say, “I’m your cheerleader” – I’m here every step of the way to make sure you’re supported.” For Sunderland…
Read moreFollowing a successful three-year programme of financial and practical support for students at Northumbria University, Agile Business Consortium has committed to a further three years of funding. A supporter since…
Read moreSunderland College’s innovative 360-degree Immersive Space has won Education Project of the Year at the international Audio Visual News Awards 2022 which recognises the excellence in AV Technologies across the…
Read moreNext month is Pride month – a time to recognise and celebrate of the lives, achievements, and history of the LGBTQI+ community… And one Sunderland PhD student is taking this…
Read moreA photographic exhibition is giving visitors the chance to explore the darkness of a winter Kielder night throughout the summer months. Created by photographic artist Helen McGhie, and located on…
Read moreSIR Jim Mackey, Chief Executive of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, has been confirmed as the keynote speaker at the region’s biggest tech conference. The Dynamo 22 conference, supported by…
Read moreOne of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, Mediaworks, has appointed Claire Lloyd as its new head of affiliates. Claire brings in-depth knowledge across sectors including retail,…
Read moreNewcastle-headquartered software consultancy, Scott Logic, has been awarded a two-year, £9m contract with HM Land Registry to help it achieve an ambitious transformation programme. HM Land Registry has a rich…
Read moreA finger on the pulse of change Innovation and technology surround us and are part of our everyday lives, in sickness and in health. And with huge demands on the…
Read moreA delegation of international trade and investment experts is heading home today ready to spread the word about the North East’s impressive investment opportunities in the digital and immersive technology…
Read moreFollowing a rigorous selection process, the board of governors at Northumberland College has announced Gary Potts as the new Principal. Gary will join Northumberland College in the summer and take…
Read moreNewcastle College is looking to help North East start-ups and SMEs grow their network and take the next step in their business journey. The College’s Enterprise Hub, based at its…
Read moreFirst launched in 2011, the University of Sunderland received European Regional Development Funding (ERDF) to run its Graduate Internship Scheme, connecting graduate talent with regional, Small to Medium Enterprises. It has…
Read moreThe North East has the most innovative businesses in the UK, the latest HMRC data shows. More businesses are claiming R&D tax relief in the North East than anywhere else…
Read moreOur next ‘In Conversation’ is with Prof Paul Watson, Director, National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD). The NICD helps organisations learn new data skills, supporting them to gain an insight from their data…
Read moreA leading provider of products and services for the broadcast and wider television industry has announced the start of a major project for the University of Sunderland as part of…
Read moreA North East tech firm which is “paving the way” in internet connectivity has expanded into a new office space in South Tyneside to meet business growth and demand for…
Read moreOne of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital agencies, Mediaworks, is set to create 30 new jobs in the North West after substantial client growth in the region. The…
Read moreThe UK made a real impact at Eurovision this year, with Sam Ryder breaking the UK’s Eurovision ‘curse’ and coming second place to the people’s choice, Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra. One…
Read moreInternational Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia comes around on May 17 every year, marking the day that the World Health Organisation (WHO) declassified ‘homosexuality’ from the International Classification of…
Read moreNew College Durham University Centre has a range of courses and flexible study options that can help you overcome three of the most common obstacles that prevent workers from taking…
Read moreAccounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology specialist Sage has announced it has completed the acquisition of Futrli, a cash flow forecasting software solution for SMEs and accountants. The move deepens…
Read moreDurham-based software as a service (SaaS) business, Hicomply, has launched a rebrand and invested in a new website as it continues to scale its team, operations, and product offering. Hicomply…
Read moreNE-based tech firm opens new office that supports its ambitious growth plans, sustainability goals and approach to hybrid working 13 May 2022 – Software consultancy Scott Logic opened its new…
Read moreOver 70% of published research carried out at the University of Sunderland has been rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework results released today.…
Read moreTech Startup Sunderland is a new programme of activity to help entrepreneurs across Sunderland to bring their tech and digital ideas to life through a wide range of expert-led support.…
Read moreAccounting, financial, HR and payroll technology specialist Sage has become the Official Insights Partner of The Hundred and, from 2023 onwards, The Hundred Draft will be powered by Sage. The…
Read moreAN AWARD-WINNING North East law firm is consolidating a successful start to the year with the appointment of a new Partner. Head of Residential Conveyancing Emma Liddle has been…
Read moreNorthumbria University will host a Workforce Development Conference on Thursday May 12, to explore why investing in new digital technologies, team communications and health and wellbeing is “crucial to an…
Read moreInfotel UK is excited to be exhibiting at the IRMS conference for the second year in a row. If you are attending, come and find us at stand #1 for…
Read moreReview reveals the “positive” impact of Family Group Conferencing in Sunderland For those families at risk of breaking down, a programme designed to bring together a trusted support network…
Read moreAzets, an internationally operating accounting firm and specialist business advisor to SMEs, has announced the acquisition of North East contemporary Tait Walker. This marks the third UK acquisition in four…
Read moreA new exhibition opens at National Glass Centre this week giving a voice to a marginalised section of society, children who have been excluded from school. “Children and young people…
Read moreSage, a provider of accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses will have a refreshed brand from today, said to be a “symbol of its evolution”.…
Read moreOn a mission to provide the right tools and support for developing world-changing, trustworthy AI, gliff.ai announced today a new product for large companies which includes on-premises software deployment. With…
Read moreNewcastle based Mincoffs Solicitors has announced 2 promotions and a new appointment following a strong start to the year. Solicitors Daniel Bell from the firm’s award-winning Corporate team and Leanne…
Read moreInspirational Captain shares career experiences at University of Sunderland Women in Leadership event During the Covid-19 pandemic, airline pilot Captain Emma Henderson decided to take on a new challenge…
Read moreONE of Europe’s leading recruitment agencies, based in the north-east, has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for the region’s tech awards for the next three years, Nigel Wright Recruitment…
Read moreBuilding on the success of the Northumbria Enterprise and Business Support scheme (NEBS2), Northumbria University has announced plans to expand on its existing graduate internship funding activity to support a new…
Read moreThe next phase in the transformation of the former head office of Newcastle Building Society is underway with the provision of revolutionary ultrafast internet connectivity throughout the building. Deployed by…
Read moreSeriös Group, a North East-based data analytics and testing specialist, is supporting grassroots sport in the region by sponsoring a young team’s kit. The company, based in Newcastle, has kitted…
Read moreA leading provider of business space and support has unveiled a bold new vision as it looks to help North East businesses embrace “the workplace of tomorrow”. The North East…
Read moreA new campaign to help smaller tourism-related businesses reach new audiences is being launched with the help of funding from the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NCTA). The New Adventures…
Read moreNorth East technology specialist Mesma has appointed two new apprentices as it launches a recruitment drive to develop home grown talent to improve customer support and software services. The Sunderland…
Read moreMediaworks, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, has confirmed Leigh Gammons as the group’s new chief customer officer. He arrives from WPP, where he was…
Read moreOver the last 12 months the iamproperty Group has added over 1,000 branches to its network, resulting in the milestone of 4,000 partner estate agents being reached. The group also…
Read moreNewcastle-based Northcoders – one of the UK’s leading independent providers of training programmes for software coding – is to open a brand new training hub in Birmingham city centre that…
Read moreNorthumbria Graduate Futures has launched an exciting new stream of funding activity as its existing Graduate Internship funding scheme enjoys continued success. This new funding is focused on Summer Internships…
Read moreThe Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released regional labour data including that of the North East highlighting its position is “largely unchanged”. The ONS release includes statistics for the…
Read moreThe direct linkup will result in a stronger and more collaborative approach to growing the region’s digital technology ecosystem. Two of the North East’s best-known tech sector support organisations are…
Read moreA pioneering programme for care experienced students at the University of Sunderland has achieved the highest national rating for the quality of its support. The University has achieved the NNECL…
Read moreOne of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, Mediaworks, has appointed Helen Whitfield as its group’s chief delivery officer. She joins the award-winning agency with 30 years’ experience in leading transformational processes for successful global operators.…
Read moreNorth East technology specialist Advantex has won a six-figure contract to provide digital connectivity and internet services at an 800-year-old castle in the North West that caters for corporate events.…
Read moreA world-first centre dedicated to accelerating the digitalisation of international trade is to be set up in Tees Valley, driving forward the government’s ambition for the UK to become the…
Read moreStudents, artists and academics united for a one-off exhibition in a bid to show their support to the people of Ukraine. The ‘We Stand With Ukraine’ exhibit has been on…
Read moreLine-up Announced! Already confirmed are Siemens, UK Music, Ivy House, Newcastle College Group, Mako, Learning Curve Group, SLQ Sports Leaders and University College London with more to be announced in…
Read moreFor the last two decades, the luminous yellow bibs of the Rotary Club of Sunderland have been seen in the car parks of the University of Sunderland, collecting parking money…
Read moreFormer North East Company of the Year, Aspire Technology Solutions has received an ‘excellent’ rating for its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance from Sustainable Advantage, one of the UK’s…
Read moreTYNESIDE technology consultancy Opencast reaches a milestone in its charitable activities this spring as it passes the £100,000 mark in donations to charity. The charitable commitment is part of the…
Read more“I didn’t want my life to become focused on the fact that I’ve got cancer because there are so many parts to who I am” For University of Sunderland…
Read moreBusinesses across Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside have been asked to help the region tackle some of the biggest problems facing our economy and community with the launch of an…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland welcomes thousands of students each year. Many come straight from school or college, choosing higher education to help shape their future prospects. For some people the…
Read more“Learning in these real environments provides our graduates with unique experience, skills and knowledge” The University of Sunderland has officially opened the doors to its new Sunderland Creatives Gallery at…
Read moreMuckle LLP has strengthened its award-winning team with nine new promotions, including three new Partners. Richard Nixon, Julie Garbutt and Amy Sergison have been promoted to Partner and six other…
Read moreTHE region’s biggest tech conference will this year have a virtual and in-person offering. Dynamo 22, supported by headline partner Sage, will be held across two half days – a…
Read moreA North East technology specialist has won a six-figure contract to provide next generation Wi-Fi services to a Durham high school as part of a national Government IT initiative. Advantex…
Read moreINDEPENDENT technology consultancy Opencast is 10 years old – and is planning for the next decade with a move into a new HQ designed for hybrid ways of working post…
Read moreNewcastle creative digital product studio, KOMODO has moved to a new home with the help of Mincoffs Solicitors. Founded in 2003 by Managing Director Andy Greener, KOMODO has grown from…
Read moreWorld leading provider of passenger and fleet connectivity solutions Nomad Digital are delighted to announce that they have achieved the RoSPA Silver Level Health and Safety Award. Awarded to Nomad…
Read moreA University of Sunderland graduate has teamed up with her husband to launch her first book – inspired by their love of reading with their children. Lisa and Mark Cryer…
Read moreAn academic from Teesside University has been awarded £100k to fund essential brain cancer research, which aims to advance diagnosis and treatments. Dr Sharel Peisan E, a chemistry lecturer from…
Read morePerforming arts students in Sunderland are donating all the proceeds from their cabaret show to support families fleeing the war in Ukraine. Each year, second-year students put together a cabaret…
Read moreA competition for enterprising young minds is challenging pupils from County Durham secondary schools to turn their problem-solving skills into a profitable business. Future Business Magnates, now in its 17th…
Read moreLeading North East law firm Muckle LLP has strengthened its Banking and Restructuring team with a new senior appointment. With over 13 years’ experience in the sector, Laura Keegan joins…
Read more“Studying at Sunderland ranks high amongst some of the best decisions I’ve made in my life” A Sunderland graduate has landed his big TV break reporting on England’s Test…
Read moreOne of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, Mediaworks, has appointed Oliver Goldring as managing partner of its Manchester operation. The agency’s client base in the North…
Read morePioneering University of Sunderland health facilities which are helping create the next generation of medics were today praised by the Shadow Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. Labour…
Read moreProperty management specialist iamproperty Group, based in Gosforth, Newcastle, has taken on more than 85 new recruits in the last 14 months, including 15 new starters in January and February…
Read moreA NEW BBC executive has reiterated the importance of the north east to the organisation following the announcement of £25m of investment in the region. Storm Fagan, who joined the…
Read moreUK-based digital transformation specialist & ServiceNow Partner whyaye has entered into an international partnership with US company 3CLogic, in a move which will further strengthen the firm’s service offerings. whyaye,…
Read moreSafer Highways are pleased to announce that a significant step forward has been taken in the development of its ground-breaking app designed to empower all roadworkers to report abuse in…
Read moreFormer North East Company of the Year, Aspire Technology Solutions today announced that it has secured significant minority investment from LDC, the UK’s leading mid-market private equity firm, in a…
Read moreA local community centre in one of Newcastle’s poorest areas is celebrating a £100k boost from the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA), headed by mayor Jamie Driscoll. The historic…
Read moreSaudi footballing great Sami Al-Jaber is boosting his already impressive CV by enrolling at the University of Sunderland. Sami is widely recognised as one of Saudi Arabia’s greatest footballers, having…
Read moreNewcastle, Leeds, Manchester-based Northcoders TechEd, which is part of Northcoders PLC – one of the UK’s leading independent providers of training programmes for software coding – has confirmed two partnerships…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East’s commitment to providing an outstanding student experience and curriculum-shaping employer engagement is to be recognised at the prestigious Education North Awards. The group, one of the…
Read moreMany suggest that peer groups and peer learning are the future of management and leadership development; and we’d certainly agree. By bringing people together who have no formal accountability to…
Read more“I’m proud to see the University working together with the people of Sunderland and the wider north-east region” A major collection effort is underway by students and staff at…
Read moreNorthumbria University Newcastle is celebrating its Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Sterling Pharma Solutions, having been awarded the top grade of ‘Outstanding’ by Innovate UK’s independent assessors. The KTP provided…
Read moreSky Sports’ Premier League football presenter David Jones visited the University of Sunderland this week to share his experiences of life with the satellite broadcaster – and inspire some potential…
Read moreThe North of Tyne Culture and Creative Investment Programme is pleased to announce a loan investment in Do Gooder, a Newcastle based, female-founded, purpose-driven strategy and creative agency. This marks…
Read moreSunderland College’s innovative 360-degree teaching and learning environment has been shortlisted for a prestigious international award. A state-of-the-art ‘Innovation Space’, which is part of the college’s multi-million-pound redevelopment programme at…
Read moreOne of the world’s leading brands in the motor industry, Continental Tyres, has selected marketing specialists Mediaworks to transform its digital footprint. The aim of the partnership is to raise…
Read morePhilanthropic donations are making a real difference to the lives of many students across the Northumbria University community. New externally funded scholarships are enabling high-achieving students, from traditionally under-represented backgrounds,…
Read moreA GOVERNMENT Minister has forecast huge growth and 13,800 more jobs in the region’s tech sector by the year 2025. Speaking at the launch of the North of Tyne Combined…
Read moreA significant investment in technical facilities at Sunderland College’s City Campus is set to support the future generation of highly skilled engineers and business management professionals. The new capital investment…
Read moreImproved oversight and analytics are among several benefits provided by the latest generation of subscription-based quality assurance software from Mesma. Mesma is used by a range of education and employment…
Read moreGateshead technology specialist Advantex has won a contract to supply a new package of technology, connectivity and cyber security solutions to a North East manufacturer and supplier of trade furniture.…
Read more“This programme is true partnership working” Tackling a recruitment crisis in social work is at the heart of an apprenticeship programme offering an affordable academic route into the profession.…
Read moreDYNAMO, the region’s tech champion, has completed the recruitment of a team to deliver a new Digital Talent Engine for the north east. The project, confirmed late last year, is…
Read moreA unique collaboration between two North-East organisations means thousands of students in the region will be able to access 24-hour mental health support for the first time. The University of…
Read moreA £500m development supporting the understanding, care and innovation of products and services for an ageing population has been given the go ahead in Newcastle. The regeneration of the former…
Read moreIt’s been a testing couple of years for small businesses, but Durham-based internal communications agency, Inside Out Communications Consulting, has emerged triumphant with two prestigious award nominations a month ahead…
Read moreTalented filmmakers from the University of Sunderland have walked away with not one, but two prizes at this year’s Royal Television Society (RTS) Awards for the North East and Border.…
Read moreA £10m digital programme aimed at boosting growth in the region’s tech economy will be launched officially next week. North of Tyne Combined Authority’s (NTCA) Digital Growth and Innovation Programme…
Read moreSeriös Group recently increased the number of its graduate and apprentice consultants to six as the expanding business continues to play a role in retaining tech skills within the North…
Read moreOver £325k from the government’s UK Community Renewal Fund has been distributed to support North East organisations to capitalise on new market opportunities. The Future Markets Acceleration Programme has been…
Read moreA Newcastle University spin-out has raised £1.75m to accelerate research and development and strengthen their commercial team as they prepare to take their bioreactor technologies to market. Biotech technology disrupter,…
Read moreThe North East Satellite Applications Centre of Excellence is inviting businesses to learn more about the growing space industry in the North East at its upcoming conference next month. The…
Read moreThe North East Local Enterprise Partnership has awarded more than £90k through its Project Development Accelerator Fund to expand the work of a new partnership aimed at growing the North…
Read morePerforming Arts students from the University of Sunderland are about to ignite the city’s new multi-million-pound entertainment venue with their musical production of Sister Act. The feel-good comedy is coming…
Read moreAfter securing a further £1.65m in funding from the Department for Education, Northcoders – the Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds-based independent provider of training programmes for software coding – is launching…
Read moreTeesside University has teamed up with former student and international footballer Beth Mead to provide a unique scholarship opportunity to aspiring female footballers. The Beth Mead Scholarship is now open…
Read moreSTUDENTS and apprentices from Newcastle College showed their talents last week as NCG, the national college group it is part of, hosted its NCG Skills competition finals during National Apprenticeship…
Read moreOne of UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, Mediaworks, has made further senior appointments to spearhead its expansion in the North West of England. Manchester-based Chris Jevons has…
Read moreWorking with CBRE, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Santander Universities UK, Northumbria has established new scholarships for academically talented students, from traditionally under-represented groups, who want to study at the University. Approximately…
Read moreThe chief secretary to the Treasury has welcomed the landmark investment by Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses, hailing the “transformational”…
Read moreAs couples celebrate one of the most romantic nights of the year, one Sunderland PhD student is swapping roses for an Xbox as she explores how love and relationships can…
Read moreA former student and successful North East businessman is set to take up a new role as Chair of the Board of Governors at the University of Sunderland. Farooq Hakim…
Read moreGuiding the career prospects of young people inspired Kim Newby to take a close look at her own future and set the wheels in motion for change. Heading straight into…
Read moreNational Apprenticeship Week takes place from 7th-13th February and celebrating this thoughtful and effective means of developing individual skills and knowledge has never been more important. Apprenticeships play a tremendously important…
Read moreA young North East graduate is taking his first steps into the international business arena thanks to the legacy of one of the region’s most celebrated entrepreneurs. Jesse Thompson recently…
Read moreNorth East Workforce Skills is a European Social Fund (ESF) project that aims to upskill the workforce, offering employers training solutions which will support businesses to grow. The consortium partners:…
Read more“Knowledge is the best thing you can have – the more you learn the better you can become.” Northumberland-based Sterling Pharma Solutions and the University of Sunderland have partnered…
Read moreDigital transformation specialist & ServiceNow Partner whyaye is experiencing increasing demand for its Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) services, as companies look to bolster their operational resilience capabilities, streamline their…
Read moreOur 2nd CGI Special Edition of the Smart Metering Implementation Programme For Dummies is your essential pocket guide to this government-driven programme that will see 53 million gas and electricity smart…
Read moreSunderland College is hosting a recruitment fair to highlight a wide variety of employment opportunities available across its campuses. The event, taking place on Saturday 12 February (9.30am-12.30pm) at its…
Read more“Providing high-quality apprenticeships is a vital part of our role” A record number of employers across the country have now signed up to the University of Sunderland’s Higher and Degree…
Read moreTeesside University is hosting a series of webinars showcasing the advantages that apprentices bring to an organisation as part of this year’s National Apprenticeship Week. The university has an established…
Read moreTHE region’s booming tech sector is well set for a year of further expansion and success, according to several of its main players. At a recent board meeting of the…
Read moreThe Secretary of State for Levelling up today described the University of Sunderland as having “incredibly impressive facilities” as part of a visit to the city. Michael Gove was given…
Read moreNewcastle based law firm, Mincoffs Solicitors has appointed a solicitor to its Wills and Probate team and a new head of department has been promoted from within. Associate Solicitor, Lydia…
Read moreA higher education centre in the North East has secured multi-million funding to invest in its STEM capabilities. Newcastle College University Centre, part of national college group NCG, has been…
Read moreWhen Liam Milburn listened to Steve and Karen while he got ready for school, little did he know that 20 years later he would be part of one of the…
Read moreA Newcastle tech startup is shaking up recruitment for emerging tech talent, in order to better support those taking their first steps on the career ladder. Tech recruitment specialists, Haystack…
Read moreThe UK government’s Levelling Up white paper will today set out a blueprint to “expand opportunities” across the United Kingdom. The government’s ambitions include a 40 per cent increase in…
Read moreNewcastle-based Nebula Labs have developed the third in a series of interactive apps to help bring more family fun trails to North Tyneside. The latest app – Morph’s Epic Art…
Read moreNorth East leading independent law firm for businesses Muckle LLP has continued its growth with the appointment of seven new trainee solicitors, taking its current total to ten. Consistently recognised…
Read moreCriminal, sexual, physical and emotional exploitation are harrowing subjects that a group of students are tackling for an annual film project. The short film partnership project, now in its 9th…
Read moreWith the support of Invest Newcastle and £1m from the North of Tyne Combined Authority, Ireland-founded digital transformation and technology provider Version 1 is bringing two hundred new jobs to…
Read moreCGI is pleased to announce a further five-year extension of its business processing and IT outsourcing contract with Elexon. This will further extend the 21-year relationship between the two companies…
Read moreBusiness leaders across the North East and North Yorkshire are being urged to take advantage of a national management training programme being offered by Teesside University International Business School. The…
Read moreMediaworks, one of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, has bolstered its senior team with the appointment of a new group people director. Samantha Link joins the award-winning agency having held…
Read moreAs we settle into the new year, many of us will be getting back into our regular fitness regime or at least attempting a new exercise programme. But as we…
Read moreAbout Fast Futures We are proud to partner with Fast Futures to provide young people with practical advice and professional support as they navigate starting their careers. Avado’s FastFutures is a social…
Read moreWhile England may have failed to deliver the results at the Ashes this year – one Sunderland graduate is using video technology to help improve his club’s success on the…
Read moreA Newcastle College student is set for interstellar horizons after leading a NASA-backed space engineering project to victory. Mahfooz Miah, a second-year Engineering student at Newcastle College, led a group…
Read moreWork on the University of Sunderland’s new multimillion-pound facility to help train the next generation of medical professionals is now complete. A year in the making, the Cadaveric centre based…
Read moreTeesside University has appointed an architectural practice and property consultancy for its latest £300m Campus Masterplan project. The Buttery building is to be transformed into a Postgraduate Student Hub, providing…
Read moreSeriös Group, the North East-based data analytics and testing specialist, has formed a strategic partnership with software house Boxmodel to expand its capabilities and offering to its growing client base.…
Read moreFive young art and design students have been handed the opportunity of a lifetime, to work with one of the world’s most creative minds and take their studies to the…
Read moreA Newcastle-based digital transformation firm has established its new HQ at The Toffee Factory in the city’s Ouseburn district. whyaye made the move to larger premises after seeing its revenue…
Read moreA budding fashion journalist from the University of Sunderland is living her best life – after bagging an exclusive interview with one of Sex and the City’s newest stars. The…
Read moreSunderland Amateur Boxing Club has relocated to Havelock Tower, situated on the city’s Hylton Road, in a move that will not only place the club in a more central location,…
Read moreA global leader in security operations has announced the opening of its Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Newcastle, following a period of continued expansion and rapid…
Read moreNewcastle based law firm Mincoffs Solicitors has appointed Matthew Flinders as Commercial Director to support the firm’s growth aspirations. Matthew joins from RMT Accountants, where he was Head of Marketing…
Read moreOne of the North East’s largest and most successful housing providers, Bernicia Group, has appointed future-facing marketing specialists Mediaworks to transform its digital footprint. Bernicia Group has set ambitious goals…
Read moreWith a young family at home and running a successful sports massage therapy business – Alan Barlow questioned whether he’d made the right career decision to study a physiotherapy degree,…
Read moreNorth East Businesses are being encouraged to upskill their staff through a great programme driven by The University of Sunderland. The aim of the North East Workforce Skills Programme is…
Read moreLeading North East law firm Muckle LLP is backing the region’s ambitious growth plans following the appointment of a four-year contract to deliver legal services to Tees Valley Combined Authority.…
Read moreMIPIM will take place between 15-18 March 2022 in Cannes, France following a two year break due to the pandemic. In September 2021 a unique hybrid event took place with…
Read moreMonday 17th January 2022. It’s the most depressing day of the year – apparently. But why? What is it about the third Monday of January – particularly in a COVID-era…
Read moreThe iamproperty Group, ended 2021 with record breaking auction results, after a transformative year for the property market and the increased popularity of the Modern Method of Auction (MMoA). iamsold,…
Read moreA Sunderland gamer, who launched an innovative new gaming network after being inspired by digital play’s power to educate, is about to hold her very first conference, connecting researchers from…
Read moreTwo courses at Newcastle College University Centre are the latest to be awarded Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) status. The University Centre’s Foundation Degree in Healthcare Practice and Foundation Degree in…
Read moreProptech and auction expert iamproperty has announced a partnership with property agency specialist, eXp UK to offer services to the brand’s personal property agents. The Group is offering multiple services…
Read moreTyneside technology consultancy Opencast is to work with the government’s Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) to help deliver a step change in the way it handles cases. Opencast will…
Read morePeter Neal, founder of Experience Bank Group, is delighted to announce not one, but two opportunities for a number of the region’s key managers to benefit from leading peer group…
Read moreAt CGI, we’re passionate about inclusion and development. We’re also passionate about bringing the next generation of young women into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). This e-booklet, aimed at…
Read moreCGI has extended its contract with Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) until 2024 and will continue to support DBS in delivering and developing operational services in a stable and secure…
Read moreMP for Sunderland Central, Julie Elliott, visited national soft drinks manufacturer Clearly Drinks to see how the business is investing in new environmentally-friendly production methods and local people during the…
Read moreGoing to university for the first time is a big deal for any new student – but for Ines Rebelo Fonseca the pressure was even greater. Aged just 18, Ines…
Read moreFrom diet to fitness, it’s the time of year when you might be rethinking your lifestyle – and as Veganuary gets underway, could this be the perfect time to kickstart…
Read moreWe’re proud to work with social enterprise Agent Academy to help support creation of 700 new jobs. Following our recent announcement to support the UK’s levelling up agenda by creating up to…
Read moreCGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) has been selected by the UK Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, the UK Space Agency and the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop…
Read moreThe County Durham Growth Fund has awarded £1.98 million in grants to 17 companies from across the county this year, which will create 278 new jobs. 2021 has proved a…
Read moreCGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A), one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, is continuing to increase its investment and commitment to its UK…
Read moreA new study led by researchers at Northumbria University will document and analyse the experiences of young disabled adults who employ personal assistants to help with their care and support…
Read moreNew work for Hitachi Rail, a national construction firm, is driving growth for a regional technology specialist. The projects are the latest in line for Gateshead’s Advantex. The firm has…
Read moreThe Levelling Up Tech Power League highlights a number of significant deals in the city in recent months Newcastle has one of the UK’s fastest growing tech scenes, according to…
Read moreNorthumbria University has been rated as ‘first class’ for sustainability and is the highest ranked university in the North East in the latest People & Planet University League table. More…
Read moreThe Sage Group plc, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses, has announced that it has agreed to acquire a cloud native multichannel…
Read moreUK wide IT, telecoms and cyber security company Communicate have offered two full-time contracts to their newly qualified apprentices. Josh Sullivan and Liam Fulcher have both successfully qualified from their…
Read moreNational training provider, Learning Curve Group (LCG), hosted a roundtable discussion with Lord Agnew and the Cabinet Office, local business leaders and education providers to discuss the levelling up strategy…
Read moreAs we stock up on festive fayre, our cupboards bulging at the seams, indulging on treats to celebrate the season, our excesses undoubtedly peak at this time of year, but…
Read moreNewcastle-based leading regional law firm Muckle LLP has reported its financial results for the 12 months up to March 2021. The Newcastle based law firm delivered a stable profit and…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland is part of a nationwide initiative which aims to tackle persistent inequalities that create barriers for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students to access and take…
Read moreCGI is building a new showcase in partnership with Nokia at our 5G lab in London to demonstrate how 5G private networks can transform business operations. The showcase will demonstrate…
Read moreTalented music students studying a University of Sunderland course in partnership with Sunderland College have answered an appeal to record a song written by a dad for his daughter, 56…
Read moreSustainability and highly-skilled employment plans for Britishvolt’s 93-hectare battery Gigaplant in Cambois, Northumberland, were the key themes of a speech at the North East England Chamber of Commerce annual Global…
Read moreProfessor Jane Turner OBE DL, former vice-chancellor for Enterprise and Business Engagement, was a business leader in the Tees Valley and passionate advocate for young women in the region. In…
Read moreCGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) announced a partnership with the marine conservation charity, Project Seagrass, as part of its No Planet B initiative and global net zero commitments. CGI and Project…
Read moreWith exciting news of a £20 million investment into a world-class training centre and housing eco-system, the city of Sunderland is proving itself to be a place where key organisations are working together to create a…
Read moreTwo young people in the North East are getting a chance to launch their careers as software developers, thanks to Newcastle upon Tyne-based digital transformation specialist whyaye. James Armstrong, from…
Read moreAs they start to prepare for the Christmas break University of Sunderland’s ERDF Graduate Internship team look ahead to the New Year. It’s been an interesting time for recruitment in recent months.…
Read moreWilton Universal Group chief executive Bill Scott OBE is part of a collaboration with Stephenson Harwood LLP, HKA and Teesside University to launch the UK’s first Renewable Academy. The launch…
Read moreA North of Tyne funded SME programme has supported almost 300 businesses get their business online. Thanks to the Northumberland Covid Business Response Programme (NCBRP) and digital marketing specialists, The…
Read moreSeriös Group is enabling businesses across the UK to cut costs, create efficiencies and improve their sustainability after agreeing to be the preferred UK analytics partner of Australian IoT provider…
Read moreDean Benson, the founder of e-commerce platform Visualsoft and a Teesside University graduate and governor has made a personal gift of £50k to support future undergraduate students studying Computer Science.…
Read moreAt DWP Digital, we put our users’ needs at the heart of everything we do. With over 20 million people using our services, it’s important that all our customers’ voices are heard. In…
Read moreRetirement from her role teaching hearing impaired students after 35 years offered Kathryn Gander the opportunity to pursue a lifelong love of art. Kathryn graduated from her MA Design course at the University…
Read moreNew investment in infrastructure will enable Gateshead technology specialist Advantex to expand and improve its ultra-fast internet connectivity services to more organisations across the region. The development follows a £500,000…
Read moreNorth East technology consultancy Opencast is to give a third of its shares to its employees to give them a greater stake in its future success. The move to launch…
Read moreAn international e-commerce retailer with sustainability at its core has turned to North East advisors to secure its recent funding. MHA Tait Walker Corporate Finance advised FFB Growth UK Limited…
Read moreSunderland College has been announced as a finalist in a prestigious awards programme that celebrate the best and most innovative practice among UK colleges each year. The college was revealed…
Read moreElectrical and fire alarm safety specialist, Safety Checked, has secured new business contracts worth more than £600k with help from the Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP). Set up just over…
Read moreGrowing tech firm Aspire Technology Solutions has posted a 6% lift in turnover during a year of uncertainty and restrictions imposed by Covid-19. The Gateshead firm – a former North…
Read moreDYNAMO, the region’s tech champion, has appointed an experienced project lead to jumpstart a new Digital Talent Engine for the region. Helen Tong, who has led marketing and communications teams…
Read moreNorthcoders – one of the UK’s leading independent providers of training programmes for software coding – has opened a brand new training hub in Newcastle that will deliver the company’s…
Read moreDespite leaving school with no qualifications and told he’d never amount to anything – Michael Curtis has defied the doubters, studying for his Master’s degree and winning a national award…
Read moreNorth East tech startup Data2Action is bringing to market a “first-of-its-kind digital platform” to help SMEs and education providers navigate the complex world of data protection and privacy. Founded in…
Read moreAn independent provider of training programmes for software coding has opened a brand new training hub in Newcastle. Northcoders’ new site is part of the innovation hub TusPark at Barclays…
Read moreA unique and powerful charter mark created by a Sunderland lecturer to increase employers’ commitments to becoming HIV-friendly is relaunching to tackle the ongoing workplace stigma surrounding the virus. Since…
Read moreEldon Square has partnered with Mediaworks to leverage its media buying and data-driven targeting specialisms. The agency’s approach aims to plug Eldon Square into its global partnerships with digital platforms,…
Read moreHouse builders and property developers in Newcastle should meet higher environmental standards to help fight climate change, planners say. Newcastle City Council’s new local planning guidance directs firms to go…
Read moreWynyard, UK – A Newcastle-based charity that offers themed play and crafts for kids has won a £500 grant from the Venator Community Fund. The Owl Tree Children’s Café will…
Read moreDynamo Member, Leysen Associates, have introduced ‘Gannin Yem’, a Proof of Concept to see what appetite there is in the ‘Tyne /Tees’ region for employers to add (to their existing…
Read moreA North East-based property auction expert has committed to supporting the growth of the sector with significant investment into its latest specialist training programme intake. The UK’s largest property auctioneer…
Read moreThe North East Local Enterprise Partnership and Durham University Business School have published a new report looking at how COVID-19, and the introduction of widespread flexible working, has contributed to…
Read moreNewcastle’s Pilgrim’s Quarter, part of the Pilgrim Street development, is set to become the new home for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in the North East. Part of the Government…
Read moreSisters Lucy and Laura Giles have found the right prescription for success, after both deciding to train as new doctors. Lucy joined the University of Sunderland’s School of Medicine this…
Read moreA North East accountancy firm have completed over £100m worth of deals marking the busiest 12 months for the firm in almost a decade. Led by MHA Tait Walker’s corporate…
Read moreLeading regional commercial law firm Muckle LLP has expanded its Agricultural, Estates and Private Client Department in order to meet increasing demand for its specialist legal services. The department, headed…
Read moreHara Moraiti has been passionate about cars since she was 14 and now, 30 years on, the former University of Sunderland student is making her motor racing dream a reality.…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland’s Graduate Internship Scheme got off to a flying start this year and despite difficulties faced as a result of the pandemic, was able to offer support to an…
Read moreAFTER its first successful year, a regional health tech cluster is planning for the future. The health and social care tech cluster was founded by Dynamo with sponsorship from CGI,…
Read moreDon Murray recently joined Standex Engineering Technologies Group’s Spincraft UK business as Managing Director earlier this year, and he was so impressed with his own journey that when he was…
Read moreA major County Durham industrial scheme has hit another key milestone with the development of its latest phase. The construction of ten industrial units at Station Place in Newton Aycliffe…
Read moreFlutter Entertainment PLC has announced the acquisition of the online bingo operator Tombola for an enterprise value of £402m. Tombola, with teams primarily located in Sunderland and Gibraltar, is a…
Read moreIT firm, razorblue has entered a partnership with Teesside University. The partnership will see the University working with IT solutions provider razorblue across a range of areas including student recruitment,…
Read moreJeff Brown, presenter of BBC Look North, is paying a visit to the University of Sunderland today (Wednesday, November 17th) to officially launch its new state of the art photography…
Read moreShoptimised, who provide Product Feed Optimisation and Incremental Revenue Software to e-commerce businesses, has seen an incredible growth of the business, spending the last 18 months developing new innovative features…
Read moreA group of eight entrepreneurs are set to benefit from an incubator programme designed to accelerate the growth of fledgling businesses in County Durham. Durham City Incubator (DCI) was launched…
Read moreA University of Sunderland student has teamed up with an award-winning North East film company to help produce a gritty, interactive drama that tackles teenage pregnancy and how disabled people…
Read moreSkills Bootcamp in Digital is a new set of digital training courses designed to help you to build sector specific skills and fast track to a guaranteed interview with a…
Read moreNorth of Tyne Mayor Jamie Driscoll will attend an upcoming business event in the North East dedicated to skills, training, staff wellbeing, and productivity. The Mayor will join 250 leaders…
Read moreA group of North of Tyne housing providers have successfully secured funding to deliver an innovative employability project to help unlock potential in the region. The partnership, made up of…
Read moreCampaign group Power for People has commended Northumberland County Council for resolving to support a Bill that would increase domestically generated clean energy. The proposed new law, known as the…
Read moreStaff and students at Newcastle College have been getting green-fingered in the name of sustainability this week. More than 20 new trees were planted across the College’s city-centre Rye Hill…
Read moreDr Alex Lockwood is a Senior Lecturer in Creative and Professional Writing at the University of Sunderland, as well as a climate change activist and exponent of veganism. This week…
Read moreTHE superstars and rising stars of the region’s growing tech sector were celebrated at a glittering awards night. Almost 400 people attended the Dynamites 21 Awards which were hosted by…
Read moreA Sunderland graduate whose digital strategy helped thousands of Defra staff stay connected during lockdown has been shortlisted as one of the UK’s Top 10 Young Digital Leaders of the…
Read moreA group of Paramedic Science students will be sporting a lot more facial fur this month after signing up for the month-long Movember challenge. Within a week, the University of Sunderland super…
Read moreGlobal boutique hotel chain, IHG Hotel Indigo successfully reopened its prestigious £15million hotel and restaurant in Durham City over the summer with help from Business Durham the Business Support Service…
Read moregliff.ai is a Durham based company that is leading the world in the development of medical Artificial Intelligence (AI). The company was spun-out from Durham University and began building a…
Read moreColin Bell, Business and Sector Growth Director at the North East Local Enterprise Partnership, knows what it takes to create a successful business. And he wants to spread the word…
Read moreA UK video specialist has been awarded a Department of Work and Pensions contract to provide communications services to support the virtualisation of the UK benefits system. The virtual care…
Read moreGenerator to host ‘Digital Union Mixer’ on the 12th of November, bringing together the North East’s creative and digital communities for an evening of networking, live music and great food…
Read more“Social prescribing is an innovative way to support health, wellbeing and reintegration through arts and creative practice” As we honour those members of the armed forces who have fought and died in…
Read moreTICKETS for the region’s flagship IT and technology awards are selling fast – and you haven’t got long to confirm your attendance. Dynamites 21 Awards are being held at Newcastle…
Read moreStaff at a north east university are raising funds to support some of the most vulnerable members of their community; students who have experience of the care system, or are…
Read moreA practical toolkit for employers on how to reduce their gender pay gap has been launched by North East England Chamber of Commerce with support from Home Group. All of…
Read moreBusiness Cloud recently revealed its Fintech 50 Innovation ranking for 2021. From hundreds of businesses, an expert judging panel and a public vote, hundreds were whittled down down to just 50,…
Read moreAt a time when data volumes are surging exponentially, Kani’s automated reconciliation platform, which has reconciled over €5 billion in processed payments volume to-date, offers clients the ability to simplify…
Read moreThe Aldrin Family Foundation, led by Dr Andrew Aldrin, has teamed up with trainee teachers at the University of Sunderland to inspire schoolchildren to become interested in STEM (Science, Technology,…
Read moreNorth-East based agency, Beyond Partners and NorthInvest have joined forces in a strategic partnership which offers entrepreneurs access to specialist people and brand services. The collaboration, which commenced in October,…
Read moreAs world leaders make their climate pledges during COP26, the University of Sunderland unveils it’s part in a project fostering deeper connections with the environmental, cultural and industrial coastal heritage…
Read moreUp to 70 new jobs are being created in Northumberland as part of a project by the area’s NHS trust to digitise millions of patient records. The contract will see…
Read moreBoutique Data Analytics and Testing specialist Seriös Group has established its headquarters in the heart of Newcastle city centre as it looks to exceed initial growth targets. The business, which…
Read moreNewcastle upon Tyne-headquartered digital transformation specialist whyaye has announced a major new partnership with Helsinki-based Employee Experience Management Platform provider HappySignals. The partnership will see the two companies use a…
Read more£100,000 has been awarded for regeneration projects in Newcastle communities, raised by contractors BAM and developers Ask Real Estate, and housing association Home Group. Seven community groups will receive funding…
Read moreThe coronavirus pandemic has seen organisations in all sectors find new, innovative ways of working. From remote and hybrid offices, to the adoption of new digital technologies like video conferencing…
Read moreIn 1963 at the age of two David Archer had a unique view of Sunderland – living in the city’s only penthouse. David’s parents met and taught at the University…
Read moreThe North East Workforce Skills programme aims to upskill the workforce in Tyne and Wear and Northumberland; enabling employers to access ESF funding to address training needs within their businesses.…
Read moreIn the wake of the COVID pandemic and the suspension of non-urgent care there is now a huge backlog of patients waiting for treatment, there are also many patients that…
Read moreCGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB) has signed a five-year contract to support the City of Edinburgh Council’s transformation into one of the world’s leading Smart Cities. The agreement includes deployment…
Read moreThe North East Institute of Technology at New College Durham has unveiled its new virtual reality design suite and robotics facilities. The suite has seen an investment of £1m in…
Read morePlayco, the world’s largest and most successful instant game developer, has acquired Goodboy Digital (Goodboy), the London based developer who created the PixiJS game engine and is known as a…
Read moreA unique North East Charity aiming to help end loneliness is now able to help more older people thanks to a major digital transformation project. Wag & Company is the…
Read moreFormer University of Sunderland student Les Ojugbana is well-known in the city for businesses such as his Gbana Security firm and Fitness 2000, which is renowned for providing free gym…
Read moreMincoffs Solicitors has welcomed Luke Philpott as a new partner in its award-winning corporate team. Luke qualified as a solicitor at a national law firm in 2015 and relocated from…
Read moreGateshead has released images of a specialist £14m housing project which will create 82 homes for older people who require a broad range of support needs. Created and managed by…
Read moreNewcastle College has been praised for its investment efforts in its recently built facilities by MP and shadow digital minister, Chi Onwurah, when the College welcomed her for a tour…
Read moreThe North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has re-affirmed its commitment to working with its partners to help tackle climate change, ahead of the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference…
Read moreNewcastle upon Tyne-based digital transformation specialist whyaye has strengthened its operational resilience team with three key appointments, after experiencing increased demand for its services as financial services firms look to…
Read moreA major collaboration between academics, the voluntary sector and health professionals has been launched in Sunderland to research, raise awareness, inform education and support women through menopause. The University of…
Read moreWith multiple sources of patient information, a patient’s complete medical and care history is spread out and different information is only available to certain health and social care professionals. It…
Read moreCGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) has delivered connectivity between NHS digital systems and Ministry of Defence medical systems to rapidly enable secure, multi-directional flow of COVID-19 vaccination data for service…
Read moreThe government has announced the roll out 65 courses designed to upskill and or retrain thousands of adults across the UK. Sixty-five short and modular courses will start to roll…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland is celebrating its involvement in a programme to improve care for older people across Sunderland and South Tyneside now shortlisted for a prestigious Nursing Times Award. The…
Read moreCGI and GE Healthcare are joining forces to support health and care providers to accelerate their digital transformation journeys in the UK. CGI, one of the largest independent IT and…
Read moreSunderland has announced that 1,500 jobs will be created with the arrival of an international company to the region. Just Eat, the global online food delivery company will create 1,500…
Read moreThe Saudi Arabian backed £305m takeover of Newcastle United Football Club has proved controversial with human rights activists and fans alike. However, some members of the Newcastle business community have…
Read moreMulti-platinum award-winning singer and songwriter Emeli Sandé has returned to Wearside to check out the University of Sunderland’s new state of the art photography and media facilities. Earlier today, Emeli,…
Read moreA North East based private equity firm has exited its investment in transport management software provider Mandata to Tenzing. LDC supported the Newcastle-headquartered Mandata to complete two significant acquisitions and…
Read moreAn energy infrastructure firm is set to explore the production of a 1-gigawatt low carbon hydrogen facility in Teesside. H2NorthEast, developed by energy infrastructure firm Kellas Midstream, will explore the…
Read moreA series of workshops and 1:1 sessions brought to you by Maxine Henry and Sally Cowling from Beyond Partners. Starts Thursday 4th November 2021 @ 09:30am – 12:30pm (Zoom Workshops)…
Read moreInterested in how to create an API strategy? Jacqui Leggetter, Head of Integration at DWP Digital shares her expertise knowledge on API’s to help you develop your own strategy. My…
Read moreA University of Sunderland student is hoping to raise awareness of sustainable fashion with her own unique exhibition. Eve Howarth has curated the ‘Double Denim’ exhibition, which is going on…
Read moreSunderland students who have gone the extra mile to support others during the global pandemic have been recognised for their efforts with an invite to the Sunderland Empire for a special gala night. The Gala performance of the West End hit musical School of Rock, is a ‘thank you’ by the Empire…
Read moreNorthumberland county council has teamed up with Newcastle United Foundation to launch an employability programme for young people aged 16 to 25. The leadership through football course is designed for…
Read moreGlobal retailer JD Sports Fashion PLC (“JD Group”) has acquired a majority stake in the UK’s leading premium bicycle retailer, Wheelbase Lakeland Limited (“Wheelbase”). Founded in 1993, Wheelbase has 45…
Read moreTHE shortlist for the Dynamites 21, the region’s IT and technology awards, has been revealed. The awards, now in their eighth year and in association with Invest Newcastle, North of…
Read moreMore than 175 students have enrolled on Newcastle College’s renewable energy courses since 2018. The uplift is the latest in a line of green energy-focused announcements from the College. According…
Read moreVital services in Wearside to tackle domestic abuse are a “valuable” and “lifechanging” support according to both the survivors and perpetrators who have accessed them, a new report reveals. Together…
Read moreDYNAMO, the region’s tech champion, is recruiting a new team to deliver a Digital Talent Engine for the north east. The project is part of the North of Tyne Combined…
Read moreThe Satellite Applications Catapult has opened one of its six brand new Space Enterprise Labs (SEL) in County Durham today. The Space Enterprise Lab, which will provide users with access…
Read moreFor many people, getting back into education after a long time away from the classroom can be a daunting experience – but for mature student Clare Knox, it proved to…
Read moreMORE STUDENTS THAN EVER CHOOSING GREEN ENERGY COLLEGE COURSES Newcastle College is continuing to drive the green agenda from the heart of the North East with more than 175 students…
Read moreOliver Wyman is a global strategy consulting firm with offices in 60 cities across 31 countries. In 2018, the firm set up a new base for its data and analytics…
Read moreA student’s artwork is proving a huge draw after highlighting the little-known crisis which threatens millions of civilians. University of Sunderland Glass and Ceramics MA student, Nat Quinn was so…
Read moreA multi-million pound office development in Newcastle has achieved a construction milestone. Construction firm Bowmer + Kirkland (B+K) has announced the completion of the 14-storey central core for the Bank…
Read moreA Newcastle-based agency has continued its UK expansion with a raft of new hires. Mediaworks has announced a series of new hires following its continued growth in Scotland. The team,…
Read moreAn industrial software development company has secured £185k of funding to facilitate a change of office and boost in-house development. The investment aims to help the business to invest in…
Read moreA football fan who made history when she became the first female referee to be appointed to a game in the English Football League is celebrating another accolade. Rebecca Welch,…
Read moreA new multi-million pound investment from government and industry is set to create and safeguard hundreds of jobs in the North East renewables sector. More than 440 offshore wind production…
Read moreAs part of Newcastle Building Society’s branch investment programme Bishop Auckland is set to see “improved” services. The society’s Newgate street premises will be renovated to provide customers with improved…
Read moreNorth East tech giant Aspire Technology Solutions have opened a new office at Fusion Hive, Teesside. The Fusion Hive business and innovation centre, located on Stockton’s Northshore has been built…
Read moreOne of the North East’s most popular visitor attractions is helping the University of Sunderland mark a very special milestone. University staff and students, both past and present, are celebrating…
Read moreBusiness Durham has supported the launch and growth of three technology companies thanks to its six-month accelerator programme for start-ups. Networking platform NetKnoWho, taxi and private hire app taxigoat and…
Read moreA North Shields actor and University of Sunderland graduate has been chosen to work alongside a BBC script editor to bring his idea for a TV series to life. Michael…
Read moreNewcastle College is welcoming students into its newly opened Digital Hub where students can thrive on digitally focused courses. The College has welcomed 400 students on digital courses across all…
Read moreBBC Radio 1 presenter Jordan North has gone back to where it all began – as he cut the ribbon to the University of Sunderland’s new state of the art…
Read morePlans to expand the North East Technology Park (NETPark) in Sedgefield, County Durham, have been given the go ahead Durham County Council, who has agreed to £49.6m to finance the…
Read moreDWP Digital, is recruiting hundreds of digital and tech specialists to lead and redefine digital public services. A career in DWP Digital truly is a career that’s ‘Digital With Purpose’.…
Read moreThe BBC is to make its biggest investment in the North East of England for decades as part of a new partnership with the region. The BBC will spend at…
Read moreEmployers across the region are set to benefit from a funding pot worth almost £15m that aims to boost the key skills of thousands of workers through education and training.…
Read moreNorthumbria University continues to offer financial support to SMEs and graduate start-ups based in Tyne and Wear and Northumberland. The ERDF funding scheme that originally launched in March 2021 to…
Read moreA new digital hub is being launched in the North East after new research has shown a “huge” potential for tech to boost business growth in the region. Research from…
Read moreA County Durham collective of producers is making it simple for businesses to buy and source local to help boost the region’s economy. Discovering Durham brought together the best local…
Read moreCelebrating ’good’ has never been more important, and one regional organisation that supports countless other businesses across the country jumped at the chance to sign up to the Good Work…
Read moreNorth-East SaaS business Shoptimised has expanded their team further with 8 new hires, making It a total of 17 new staff that have joined the business this year. The new…
Read morePlans to create more than 1,000 jobs with the expansion of a North East science park have been approved. Durham County Council has approved plans for the expansion of NETPark…
Read moreMore and more businesses are making the move from the congested and over-heated South East of England to North East England. Struggling to find skilled, loyal staff, coupled with soaring…
Read moreBusiness and technology consultancy, Waterstons, has appointed Michael Stirrup as its new Chief Executive Officer to drive forward investment, job creation and client experience. The news comes as Waterstons launches…
Read moreA North East technology company has announced that it has raised £2.4m as it aims to build its first commercial plant in the UK. Nova Pangaea Technologies, headquartered in Redcar,…
Read moreWorld leading green tech company Envision Group and Sunderland College will create dozens of manufacturing Apprenticeship opportunities as part of a billion-pound boost to the UK’s automotive industry. Plans have…
Read moreThe Northern Power Women will honour the Teesside University academic, who died earlier this year. An inspirational business leader from the North East will be remembered with an award in…
Read moreTHE buzz is back at Newcastle’s business village, with more than a dozen businesses joining the Hoults Yard community since the start of the Covid pandemic. These new tenants have…
Read moreThe use of technology is fundamental to the growth of the manufacturing and industrial sectors across Teesside. As manufacturing processes and control systems become more complex, with significant data flows…
Read moreIt’s no secret that good business makes good sense, not just for organisations themselves, but for our economy as a whole. But what do we mean by ’good’? Sure, healthy…
Read moreThis year, the Great North Run celebrated it’s 40th anniversary, as well as being the first major public event like this since COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted. Due to these restrictions…
Read moreA UK business accelerator has announced that it is launching a new tech startups programme in the North East. Ignite, which first launched Newcastle in 2011, has helped startups in…
Read moreA Yorkshire technology consultancy has announced that it is aiming to create 40 jobs as it opens a new North East office. BJSS, based in Leeds, is opening a new…
Read moreA North East science park has announced that it is aiming to create more than 1,200 jobs as it bids for £50m of growth investment. NETPark (North East Technology Park),…
Read moreSignificant support for small business leaders SMEs in the North East are being urged to sign up to a new 12-week management course, providing critical skills and networks to help…
Read moreWork on a new gigaplant site in Northumberland set to create thousands of jobs has commenced. Britishvolt has instructed engineering specialist ISG to commence enabling works on the gigaplant site…
Read moreArnold Cleasby, solutions architect at DWP Digital provides an insight into the architecture practice and how they’re using technology to transform and improve government services that millions of people count…
Read moreA last call has gone out for entries into the region’s IT and technology awards. The Dynamites 21 Awards will be an in-person event at Newcastle’s Civic Centre banqueting hall…
Read moreThe project – North of Tyne Restart and Recover – is being delivered by Newcastle City Council as accountable body with Advance Northumberland and North Tyneside Council as delivery partners.…
Read moreAn international recruitment specialist has announced plans to create thousands of jobs around the world. Frank Recruitment Group has unveiled plans to create 1,500 jobs globally in order to meet…
Read moreMirthy, a community and activities platform for over-60s, has raised an £800,000 pre-seed investment, a year after launching during the pandemic and racking up over 30k users. The pre-seed round…
Read moreA new business academy has been launched in County Durham by one of the region’s largest training providers. National training provider Learning Curve Group (LCG) has launched its Business Academy…
Read moreNorth East students are set to benefit from government backed investment that will place Sunderland College at the forefront of technical skills training in the region. In 2016 the college…
Read moreOne of the region’s largest colleges is launching an enterprise hub which will offer city centre work space to local companies in return for helping students develop skills needed for…
Read moreA new jobs platform is set to create a boost for employment in the North East’s tourism and hospitality sectors. Jobs@SkillsHub, which is being launched by Newcastle City Council, is…
Read moreJoin the most successful digital business leaders in the Tees Valley! Are you an early-stage digital business based in the Tees Valley (Middlesbrough, Stockton, Darlington, Hartlepool or Redcar and Cleveland)?…
Read moreNewcastle College University Centre (NCUC) has been awarded £108k from the Office for Students (OfS) Mental Health Funding Competition. The funding will help launch a new digital project to help…
Read moreA new North East partnership aims to transform the way people understand safeguarding and manage issues in the workplace and adult education. Sunderland quality assurance software firm Mesma has teamed…
Read moreSunderland Software City is building on its 13-year experience to build a new Enterprise Team and expand other departments to drive forward regional digital tech sector growth. The new Enterprise…
Read moreNewcastle-based PropTech firm, iamproperty, continues to grow at pace taking on 70 new team members reaching 250 staff at its head office and across the UK. The PropTech firm is…
Read moreA new digital business concept that is bringing access to love online safely is forging forward in development thanks to an introduction made by the philanthropic organisation, The Experience Bank.…
Read moreBusinesses are due to get an energy efficiency boost due to a new initiative being supported by a North East university. Teesside University, which is based in Middlesbrough, is running…
Read moreA leading global technology consultancy has chosen Newcastle as the location for its third UK office. Thoughtworks, who have won multiple awards for their commitment to diversity and inclusion will…
Read moreAspire Technology Solutions has announced its Black Diamond accreditation from networking giant Extreme Networks. The Black Diamond Partner Program recognises an exclusive group of top partners who have made significant…
Read moreAs businesses recover from a disruptive period of uncertainty and change, Kathy Clawson, Head of Computer Science Faculty of Technology provides advice on how work-based learning at the University of…
Read moreA North East consortium has announced that it has secured a multi-million pound funding package to encourage investment in the region’s SMEs. The consortium, led by the North East Business…
Read moreTHE region’s tech network has launched a deeper dive into equality and diversity after an initial survey concluded with four key recommendations for the sector. Dynamo launched its first equality,…
Read moreTechUP – Improving diversity within Tech TechUP is delighted to have been selected to take part in national Skills Bootcamps, free adult courses, designed to boost career prospects in the…
Read moreA new series of digital bootcamps have today been announced to improve job prospects across the North East. The Skills Bootcamps in Digital, backed by the government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee…
Read moreShoptimised has strengthened its team with four new appointments to support the ongoing business growth and new client wins. The North Tyneside based SaaS is rapidly expanding and has appointed…
Read moreHealth innovations that have transformed patient care over the last few years are to be recognised as the Bright Ideas in Health Awards return. During the pandemic, healthcare innovations have…
Read moreA Newcastle-based software company has launched a dedicated new brand to help businesses go digital, as they continue to grow in the healthcare space. Surge Technologies Ltd, partnered with the…
Read moreNew work in the education, defence and manufacturing sectors are among the projects that have secured growth for a North East technology firm over the last 12 months. Gateshead-based Advantex,…
Read moreA new engineering and manufacturing Industry Lead has been appointed by Education Partnership North East to support Northumberland College further develop its engineering and manufacturing technical curriculum. One of its…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East has appointed Jeff Bower as a dedicated industry lead to further develop its engineering and manufacturing academic and technical provision across its regional group of colleges.…
Read moreCyberWhite and Appgate would like to invite you to a series of discussions around Zero Trust Network Access solutions. The series of discussions will commence Thursday (5th August @11am), with…
Read moreThe North of Tyne Combined Authority has announced new multi-million pound funding to boost the local digital sector. The authority plans to invest £12m to boost the digital sector in…
Read moreHot on the heels of the recent successful Carbon Neutral Challenge, Sunderland City Council launches the “Transport Challenge” in collaboration with Digital Catapult. This brand new competition offers £10,000 to…
Read moreNewcastle College has launched an ambitious new strategy that will ensure it continues to play a key role in the North East over the next decade. The Strategy launch coincides…
Read moreDWP Digital delivered its first virtual hackathon earlier this month. Hack2Work brought together more than 150 people from a wide range of backgrounds to develop digital solutions focused on helping…
Read moreToday, organisations are expected to be agile and dynamic, delivering increased value and of course, unparalleled levels of customer service. In the background, the cyber threat landscape continues to evolve,…
Read moreAre you a digital SME looking to scale up your business? DigitalCity is on the lookout for digital business leaders in the Tees Valley to join its next SCALE programme…
Read moreNewcastle Carers has welcomed a new CEO into its fold ensuring that the charity, which supports carers of all ages, moves into a new era of opportunity. Edward Gorringe brings…
Read moreLabour MP Julie Elliott is delighted that Sunderland College will be leading the way in technical skills training when its new Digital Innovation Centre opens later this year. Ms Elliott…
Read moreNewcastle College University Centre has been named as one of the first providers of a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfaTE). The University…
Read moreMaxis, the leading converged solutions provider in Malaysia, has collaborated with Digital Catapult North East Tees Valley, the Department for International Trade and the UK Tech Cluster Group to provide…
Read moreNewcastle College University Centre is launching the UK’s first Creative Digital Design Degree Apprenticeship this September, allowing young people to learn and practice the creative and technical skills that are…
Read moregliff.ai has launched its innovative software platform, specifically designed to assist the development of trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) by addressing the gap for much-needed Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) products. MLOps…
Read moreThursday 29th July, 2.00pm – 3.00pm In this webinar, we’ll show you the huge problem that exists within Google Shopping and the Merchant Center and how that problem restricts your…
Read moreNomad Digital is excited to be the chosen partner of rail tech pioneer Incremental, winning ‘First of a Kind’ funding. Incremental supplier of data-driven solutions to the rail industry is celebrating…
Read morePress Release Nominations are open for the region’s tech awards – which will be held in person again this year. The Dynamites Awards, organised annually by tech network Dynamo, shine…
Read moreManufacturers, academics and key stakeholders gathered at Sunderland College to address the automotive industry’s future needs. The college’s Washington Campus hosted the Automotive Innovation Post 2030 Workshop, part of a…
Read moreA Gateshead technology specialist has secured over £1m worth of new contracts to support schools across the North of England. Advantex has been awarded contracts worth over £1m to supply…
Read moreA North East employee engagement company has announced that it is creating nearly 30 new jobs after a £2.6m series A funding round. Oak Engage, based in Newcastle, has completed…
Read moreHow CNI-like organisations can benefit from appropriate application of the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) We all rely on our Critical National Infrastructure (CNI); after all, that’s what it means. The…
Read moreRapidly rising Newcastle firm iamproperty is creating dozens of new jobs on the back of its latest tech innovation. The Gosforth based company, first created by Jamie Cooke and Ben…
Read moreA new report by the UK Space Agency has highlighted that the North East’s thriving space sector has led to a jobs boost in the region. The recent ‘Size and…
Read moreTech SMEs across the UK have the opportunity to become the strategic partner for the Student Loans Company (SLC). The SLC is commencing a procurement exercise to appoint its third…
Read moreFollowing the launch of its ERDF funding scheme in March, Northumbria University continues to offer support to SMEs based in Tyne and Wear and Northumberland. Through funding worth up to…
Read moreLeading regional law firm for businesses Muckle LLP has appointed an expert data scientist to its newly formed Data and Digital Team. Allen Roberton, from Darlington, has been appointed as…
Read morePeople across the North East will be offered support to set up their own businesses through a new initiative from Sage. The North East-based firm has announced the launch of…
Read moreThe County Durham Growth Fund has awarded £5.4 million in grants to 21 companies from across the county, helping to create over 500 jobs. Established in April 2019, the fund…
Read moreA PROMINENT figure in the region’s cyber security sector is playing a leading role in a new organisation launched to support economic growth in the industry. Phil Jackman has been…
Read moreFrench company Aramis Group, a European leader in selling used cars online, has announced its entry into the UK market with the purchase of a majority stake in pioneering used…
Read moreData and digitalisation requirements for the energy transition: insights from an industry working group To deliver a cost effective and equitable transition to net zero, the full potential of system…
Read moreA SUCCESSFUL Tyneside business consultancy has moved into its first ‘office’ after growing its team from one to more than 40 in less than two years – working as a…
Read moreA new £1.5m grant fund has been launched by the North of Tyne Combined Authority to support business innovation across North Tyneside, Newcastle and Northumberland. The North of Tyne Innovation…
Read moreContinued investment in apprentices North East technology specialist Advantex has appointed two new apprentices as it invests further to secure its future workforce needs and strengthen core technical skills. Luke…
Read moreNorth East technology specialist Advantex is sailing to success after completing a contract to provide new digital connectivity onboard Europe’s oldest floating warship. The cable work by the Gateshead firm onboard HMS…
Read moreThe North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) has appointed CGI, alongside Better, to implement an ePMA (e-Prescribing and Allergy Monitoring) solution across their acute and community hospitals. The…
Read moreA REPORT exploring the diversity of the region’s growing tech sector has concluded with four key recommendations. Dynamo, the north east’s tech sector network, launched a survey late last year…
Read moreNorth East Ecommerce Startup Shoptimised has hired 2 new talents in the last month to support their growth and new onboarded clients. The newest additions to the team are Brandon…
Read moreNomad launches its Road Connectivity product, bringing its renowned expertise in the Rail industry to buses, road freight and mining vehicles. Applications such as Passenger information, CCTV, Location Tracking and…
Read moreApprentices and students from across the UK competed in the National Finals of a nationwide skills competition, showing off their talents in everything from carpentry to creative make-up. The competition…
Read moreKani’s automated reconciliation platform will integrate with Sodexo Engage’s IT, Finance and Operations divisions for the improved management of e-payments, pre-paid cards, gift cards, vouchers, and risk identification data. The…
Read moreTYNESIDE tech consultancy Opencast Software has announced a key appointment as it extends its reach across the UK. Earlier this year the company announced a huge recruitment drive, with 50…
Read moreDWP Digital has teamed up with CodeFirstGirls to deliver a free online ‘Introduction to JavaScript’ course on Thursday 20 May at 6pm. The course is open to anyone interested in…
Read moreNewcastle headquartered recruitment business NRG, part of the Galago Group, has announced the departure of Chief Executive, Therese Liddle. In a well-planned transition, Therese will be leaving her position with…
Read moreSunderland College lecturer Chris Jeffrey has been nominated for the 2021 BAFTA Young Games Designer Mentor Award by the students he has inspired. The Award is presented to educators whose passion and dedication has motivated learners through games…
Read moreDWP Digital has launched a brand new podcast series, focusing on what government digital transformation looks like in practice. As the UK’s biggest government department, the Department for Work and…
Read moreThe region’s biggest tech conference will this year focus on how the north east’s IT sector has successfully responded to the Covid pandemic. The annual Dynamo conference attracts delegates from…
Read moreAbout the UTC A UTC is a University Technical College and is different from other schools because it has unique support from local, high-profile industry partners and employers. Partners have…
Read moreMincoffs Solicitors has announced four key promotions following a strong start to the year. Associate Solicitor Chris Hughes, has been made a Partner within Mincoffs’ award-winning Corporate team whilst solicitors…
Read moreCGI’s CSR 2020 report shares progress in advancing key priorities: people, communities and climate. Climate priorities include achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030. CGI is pleased to announce the…
Read moreDo you know your META from your MOBA? The first and only Esports study programme in the North East launches this September. Newcastle United Foundation and Newcastle College are partnering…
Read moreDynamo, the region’s tech champion, is to host a free webinar this month exploring government technology and lessons learned from the Covid pandemic. The webinar, on Wednesday, April 21, features…
Read moreNorthumbria University has launched a new ERDF funded project supporting SMEs to recruit a graduate intern. This project follows on from the success of the previous scheme which helped stimulate…
Read moreOPENCAST Software has confirmed its commitment to making a positive social impact by making generous donations to five local charities. The Newcastle-based tech consultancy has donated almost £50,000 to charities…
Read moreDriving digital transformation The Virtual Machine Environment Replacement (VME-R) project replaced aging legacy infrastructure necessary to enable future welfare policy changes to be implemented. This complex and intensive programme has…
Read moreThe North East UTC are looking for organisations who can support them and their students with Work Experience Week (5th -9th July), Careers Talks and Mentor Recruitment. From the…
Read moreTo support the regional economy and young people into employment, Newcastle College University Centre is helping North East businesses boost their workforce coming out of the pandemic, with nine funded…
Read moreDYNAMO, the region’s tech champion, has been sharing experience, knowledge and plans about what office working might be like post pandemic. The network is confident about the regional tech sector’s…
Read moreServiceNow has recognised the work of a Tyneside IT and services company with a prestigious award. Newcastle-based whyaye was named the 2021 ServiceNow EMEA Premier Segment Partner of the Year.…
Read moreIoT North has announced the launch of a Solutions Marketplace, an innovative service that works with Internet of Things (IoT) providers to connect them with customers looking to adopt IoT…
Read moreNewcastle has beaten off stiff competition from nine other UK cities as a business location for international software and payments firm. As part of their global expansion plans, Xplor, a…
Read moreThe UK’s National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA) is the first in the world to evaluate “gita robots”, a cargo-carrying robot which follows you round, to assess the impact on…
Read moreTECH consultancy Opencast software targeted 50 new recruits in Quarter One of 2021 – and is already planning for a further 50 in the second half of the year. Dozens…
Read moreSunderland College is celebrating its involvement in an innovative, four-year careers education pilot programme with the Gatsby Foundation. The college was selected to play a key role in the pilot…
Read moreEntrepreneurs across Newcastle are set to gain access to a new enterprise hub on the outskirts of the city centre. Newcastle College has unveiled its new space for local entrepreneurs…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East colleges have carried out thousands of COVID-19 tests as students return to campus for face-to-face teaching. Following the Government’s announcement regarding the reopening of schools and…
Read moreHaystack, a Newcastle-based tech startup, today has announced that it has raised £1 million in seed funding. The funding enables Haystack to expand their territory reach and with advanced matching…
Read moreTwo of the North East’s leading education and skills providers are teaming up give young people across the region greater access to qualifications, sport and employment opportunities. Sunderland College has…
Read moreFIVE charities are to benefit from free membership of north east tech network Dynamo. The regional tech champions wanted to help the work of the charities while at the same…
Read moreA Durham app-based bank has announced that it is launching a £40m fundraise as it moves to aim for profitability. Atom, the UK’s first app-based bank, is to raise £40m…
Read moreA new strategy aiming to double the number of North East jobs in the health and life sciences sectors has been unveiled. The North East Health, Life Sciences and Medicines…
Read moreNewcastle City Council have appointed Aspire Technology Solutions to deliver a next generation full fibre network serving hundreds of public sector sites across the region. The state-of-the-art network will be…
Read moreNewcastle College has launched a brand-new range of free online courses to help people upskill during the pandemic. The new programme of short, online courses is focused on helping people…
Read moreA campaign to help eradicate digital poverty amongst the North East’s children has received a significant boost, thanks to Sage, the region’s biggest technology company. Sage provided the donation to…
Read moreNewcastle-based SpecifiedBy continues to go from strength to strength A Newcastle-based tech company that is leading a digital-first revolution for building product manufacturers, SpecifiedBy, has reported a solid performance in…
Read moreWomble Bond Dickinson (WBD), the largest law firm in the North East, has announced it will be moving its two Newcastle offices to a new and improved workspace at the…
Read moreBusinesses across the North East have offered placement opportunities to young people through Education Partnership North East and the Kickstart programme. The national scheme, announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak in…
Read moreNomad Digital is delighted to launch its brand-new Engage Portal solutions, that deliver on-demand, managed-content directly to passenger devices, such as tablets, smartphones, or laptops. The Engage Portal is a…
Read moreNewcastle headquartered recruitment business NRG, part of the Galago Group, has announced the appointment of Ray Williamson to their Executive Search & Selection division. Ray who lives in Stirling with…
Read moreFollowing a record year in 2020, which saw the team complete more than 20 transactions for North East businesses, MHA Tait Walker Corporate Finance has further strengthened its team with the appointment of…
Read moreCascade, the region’s leading cash management company, has invested in support from The Experience Bank Group ahead of an expected announcement of its new board structure. Andrew Marsh, who heads…
Read moreAspire Chairman, Nigel Begg has been recognised as an Honorary Fellow of the Customs House Academy alongside entertainers Rosie Ramsey and Nadine Shah. The award recognises the achievements of individuals,…
Read moreA Durham SaaS company has announced that it has received an investment of £600k to complete development of a new platform. Hicomply has received the £600k from angel investors and…
Read moreA new report has found that a multi-million pound project from a North East university is having a “critical” impact on businesses in the area. The Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Project…
Read moreREGIONAL tech network Dynamo is to host its first virtual careers fair aimed at promoting employment opportunities at contact centres and the wider service delivery sector. Dynamo is working with…
Read morePockit, an inclusive Fintech company focussed on customers who are excluded and underserved by high street banks, has set up a new office in Newcastle. This follows securing £15m of…
Read moreAt a crucial time for the economy, NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI), a public and private sector partnership, that works to position Newcastle and Gateshead as an international destination of choice, has…
Read moreHave you ever wondered if you’re offering a good enough salary to attract the right talent? Or whether you should up your perk game, so it’s not all about the…
Read moreSunderland-based innovation support agency, Innovation SuperNetwork, has announced a change in management structure with current CEO, Simon Green appointed as Chair and Executive Director, Estelle Blanks, taking up the role…
Read moreA North East council has today announced that it will invest £3m in culture and the arts across the next five years. Newcastle City Council’s Cabinet has given the green…
Read moreMHA Tait Walker Corporate Finance team are celebrating a record year in 2020 completing over £100m worth of deals for North East businesses. Despite the current economic climate due to…
Read moreA North East organisation has announced that more than £235k in funding has been awarded to help businesses in the region. The funding, from the North East Local Enterprise Partnership…
Read moreCGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) has been awarded a contract by the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop an innovative 5G facility at the European Centre for Space Applications and…
Read moreA Newcastle software company has announced that it has led a multi-million pound funding round for a digital operations platform. Sage has invested £17m in digital operations platform Brightpearl, leading…
Read moreOPENCAST Software is following up its most successful year with a recruitment drive for 50 more tech stars. Opencast is looking to fill the following roles: architects, developers, automation testers,…
Read moreInnovative modular housebuilder, CoreHaus, is opening its first UK manufacturing site at a County Durham business park as part of its scale-up plans. CoreHaus has secured its new 20,000 sq…
Read moreCorporate finance and legal experts from two leading North East independent businesses have helped Northumbrian Roads to join forces with one of the UK leaders in road building. The North…
Read moreThrough a new open innovation programme called Challenge North East, the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is offering financial support to SMEs who can help find solutions to two…
Read moreNewcastle College is taking a proactive approach to delivering digital skills that provide students with a clear pathway into sustainable tech jobs and supports the digital needs of businesses in…
Read morePeter Neal and Andrew Marsh of Experience Bank Group have joined forces for this latest advice column for Northern Insight readers. The topic for this special December and January double…
Read moreThe Experience Bank Group is pleased to share the news that one of its members, Jonathan Gold, has partnered with WH Ireland to bring more investment options to North East…
Read moreThe North East manufacturing sector has ended the year with news that production is on the increase, despite the toll of political uncertainty that a no-deal Brexit could bring. This…
Read moreThe Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP) digital arm, DWP Digital, are looking to hire hundreds of digital specialists in roles including infrastructure engineering, software engineering, DevOps and architecture. There’s…
Read moreIn the last financial year, nearly 700,000 new business were started in the UK. With the advent of lockdown, furlough and redundancy this year, thanks to the current pandemic, it…
Read moreWe recently asked our friends and partners over at Railsbank to join us for a discussion, hosted by FinTech Finance, about partnerships within Payments and FinTech, and what makes a…
Read more“Offices: The future is blended” according to Charlie Hoult, MD at ‘flex space’ operator Hyhubs. Charlie, who runs three workspace ‘properties with personality’ led an Entrepreneurs’ Forum panel discussion entitled…
Read moreAn independent North East law firm has announced that it has seen revenue hit record highs in its latest results. Muckle LLP has reported record results after turning over more…
Read moreThe search is on for role models who can inspire the region’s tech sector to be more diverse. Regional tech champion Dynamo has launched its #HERO campaign to find local…
Read moreGeoff Hodgson has been appointed as the Chairman of Nigel Wright Group. This follows the management buy-out in October by the Executive Directors. Geoff is an experienced Non Executive Director…
Read moreThe Academic Health Science Network for North East and North Cumbria (AHSN NENC) have joined forces with Supply Chain North East… The launch of the Healthcare Innovation Readiness Programme will…
Read moreDurham based gliff.ai has received another round of investment from funds managed by Northstar Ventures, the North East Innovation Fund supported by the European Regional Development Fund and the newly…
Read moreGraham Jordan, Partnership Analyst and Manager at NEICT, previously visited a number of local schools giving careers talks to yr10 students on behalf of Dynamo as part of the Building…
Read moreThe National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA) and remote wellbeing platform ‘Breathe Happy’ has been awarded £272,904 to build emotional and physical resilience in older adults who have been adversely…
Read moreThe UK water sector’s opportunities to transform leveraging emerging technologies and data insights. CGI has partnered with UK5G to produce a white paper that sets out the enormous opportunities and challenges for…
Read moreWe are pleased to announce that Professor Monika Foster’s Professorial Lecture will be held online on Wednesday 2 December 2020 at 18.00. ‘Globalisation in the Time of Disruption: Challenges and…
Read moreAs a North East Tech Network, Dynamo North East wants to play our part in diversifying the North East tech sector. We realise that we need to do more to…
Read moreA North East council has announced that it is launching a £14m scheme to support local businesses through lockdown. The Covid Business Support scheme, run by Newcastle City Council, will…
Read moreThe Department for International Trade (DIT) has recognised the national and international significance of the immersive tech cluster in North East England. Next month, DIT and Invest North East England…
Read moreCGI today announced a partnership with Newcastle-based text analysis and insight platform provider, Wordnerds. The relationship will see the company combine its multi-industry and advisory expertise with Wordnerds’ unique software platform…
Read moreBusiness and IT consultancy Waterstons has joined an exclusive list of Government approved cyber security providers. As a ‘Certified Cyber Security Consultancy’, Waterstons now has certified proof that the services…
Read moreMHA Tait Walker has welcomed four new recruits to its Stockton-on-Tees office as part of its continued investment into the region. The firm, which has been working with clients across…
Read moreHUBCAP is an EU-funded Horizon 2020 project that aims to promote the use of model-based design (MBD) techniques in a range of sectors around the field of what we might…
Read moreREGIONAL tech network Dynamo is hosting a bootcamp for businesses to explore if and when to move towards automation. The bootcamp will incorporate four sessions over three months, starting on…
Read moreMistura Informatics Ltd are offering 3 months of free, no-obligation access to the MaPPs system to help healthcare providers through the COVID-19 crisis. Mistura is a North East Health-tech company…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East Chief Executive Ellen Thinnesen has been appointed Chair to the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) Skills Advisory Panel. Ellen will lead the Panel, which includes…
Read moreThe former home to legendary institution Hills Bookshop is to be revived to boost Sunderland’s arts and cultural scene. The landmark building at Waterloo Place in the city centre is…
Read moreA philanthropic organisation, The Experience Bank, has expanded in a bid to raise further funds, which in turn can help more start-up companies, growing SME’s and charities with senior recruitment,…
Read moreJon Ridley (Vice Principal and Executive Director of Higher Education) and Andrew Esson (Director of Industrial Strategy) discuss the innovative steps forward that Newcastle College is taking to develop a…
Read moreA WORKSHOP exploring how to accelerate the growth of the region’s tech sector was attended by key north east business leaders and national experts on digital economic policy. The workshop…
Read moreOpencast Software, the independent tech consultancy, has appointed Tom Lawson as CEO. Opencast Software specialises in developing end-to-end enterprise solutions for Government, financial services, health and social care and renewable…
Read moreA KEY figure in the UK’s construction industry has outlined his thoughts on the post-COVID future of the sector. Mark Farmer, CEO of real estate and construction consultancy Cast, was…
Read moreNorthumbria University is pleased to launch partner applications for the 2021 co-hort of the MOBIE-Northumbria Homes for the Future Innovation Centre. Last year, Northumbria University teamed up with Architect, TV…
Read moreThree organisational capabilities industry leaders will need to help navigate business challenges caused by Covid-19. President & CEO George D. Schindler shares CGI’s perspectives on how clients can navigate through…
Read moreThe Executive Directors at Nigel Wright Group have recently completed a management buy-out. The MBO was the result of a wider corporate restructuring exercise which was supported by the existing…
Read moreA NORTH EAST tech company will this week launch a solution to the ‘greatest unsolved problem in finance.’ Bottlepay’s new app will solve the problem of micro payments, both to…
Read moreTHIS year’s Dynamites were held virtually last night with the north east’s tech sector determined to reward its superstars and rising stars. Many of this year’s winners had a Covid…
Read moreEleven judges will cast a critical eye over the success stories of the North East’s IT and tech leaders at tonight’s seventh annual Dynamites Awards. Jon Ridley, Newcastle College University…
Read moreBetter ConNEcted, a North East based campaign, is requesting financial donations form North East businesses to help more people in the region to access the internet. Donations will provide communities…
Read moreA TYNESIDE tech consultancy has bolstered a key division and increased its headcount by 50 per cent since the beginning of the year despite the COVID lockdown. Opencast Software has…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East has announced a significant investment to enhance the learning experience of Sunderland College’s most vulnerable students. The £62,000 development will improve facilities and resources at the…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East is joining colleges across the country to support those most in need this Christmas. With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to have a significant social and economic…
Read moreNorth East construction firms fared better than those in other parts of the country during the first half of 2020, according to a nationwide survey. The survey of 100 construction…
Read moreThis year there has been unprecedented disruption to how we work. The Covid-19 crisis rapidly sped up the adoption of flexible working, which could also create the opportunity for real…
Read moreBaltic Apprenticeships are launching two new data-focused apprenticeship programmes to help North East employers unlock the power of data. The new programmes include a Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship and…
Read moreBusinesses from across County Durham and the North East took part in a virtual trade mission to South Africa to explore export opportunities. The trade mission, organised by Business Durham,…
Read moreThe shortlist for the Dynamites 20, the region’s IT and technology awards, has been revealed. The awards, organised by north east tech network Dynamo and sponsored by Home Group, are…
Read moreThe global index is based on residents’ ratings of how technology affects various areas of their lives. Newcastle has beaten cities including Los Angeles, Berlin and Hong Kong in a…
Read moreNewcastle-based property development and investment business, Adderstone Group is pleased to announce that North East tech giant Aspire Technology Solutions will be basing its new headquarters at the 30,000 sq.…
Read moreA North East consultant has launched a second venture to support high-growth start-ups, SMEs and large organisations. Helena Hill says The Experience Academy will help operators bolster user experience (UX),…
Read moreDYNAMO, the region’s tech network, has grown during recent months as the IT community pulls together to help fight COVID challenges. Dynamo gives the tech sector a voice as well…
Read moreYoung people across Wearside and beyond are set to benefit from a radical new approach to delivering high level skills following the induction of Sunderland College to the WorldSkills UK…
Read moreRegistration is now open for a new, fully-funded leadership programme, designed to help SMEs build resilience, tackle the challenges faced during and after Covid-19, and drive future productivity and growth.…
Read moreOn Pension Awareness Day (September 15), a leading wealth management expert warns the Government’s Budget in November could make it even more difficult for people to save for retirement. As…
Read moreNorthumberland College has agreed a unique partnership with Northumbria Police which will increase students’ awareness of personal safety and encourage good community relations. The three-year strategic partnership, which will see a dedicated Police Community Support Officer…
Read moreBusiness Durham is set to help a further five entrepreneurs launch their businesses with its successful six-month accelerator programme. Durham City Incubator (DCI) is designed to help new County Durham…
Read morePart time masters programmes to develop leadership skills starting this October at Newcastle University Business School Develop exceptional leadership to navigate these challenging times with new part time Executive MBA…
Read moreA specialist space awareness and surveillance company has opened the UK’s only Orbital Analyst centre in Durham. Northern Space and Security Ltd (NORSS), which specializes in Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Surveillance and Tracking…
Read moreThis September, Northumbria University is teaming up with partners – IC3, CENE, Dynamo North East, One Voice, CIC North East and MOBIE – to give members of the North East construction industry the opportunity to hear Mark Farmer’s…
Read moreEntries for Dynamites – the region’s tech awards – must be in by 5pm on Monday (September 7). This year’s awards, organised as usual by north east tech network Dynamo,…
Read moreExperts from two local firms, alongside funders NatWest have teamed up to assist the management of specialist engineering firm Mill Masters International with its buyout from US parent Mill Masters…
Read moreA VIRTUAL Newcastle Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Meetup has been organised for next month. The online event has been organised by DevHub North, with support from regional tech network Dynamo, Josh…
Read moreIn response to the Covid-19 crisis, Gateshead-based Aspire Technology Solutions are delivering a major plan to boost business connectivity across the North East. With the pandemic prompting businesses of all…
Read moreA North East organisation has announced that its board has a new chair. The North East Local Enterprise Partnership (North East LEP), which covers the local authority areas of County…
Read moreAccelerating the adoption of automation to deliver best in Class service, operational excellence and a hybrid workforce. In this ‘digital’ age it has become increasingly important to consider the impact technology…
Read moreA County Durham industrial cleaning contractor has its sights set on national expansion after growth fuelled by Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP) Incubator Zone EMCON exhibition. Ferryhill-based Orca Cleaning Services…
Read moreRegistration for one of the biggest virtual festivals of innovation the world has ever seen is open. Anyone from across the North East and beyond can sign up to Northumbrian…
Read moreA leading North East accountancy and advisory firm has pledged to create six new jobs on Teesside and help businesses which have struggled with the fallout of the Coronavirus pandemic…
Read moreA talented entrepreneur who turned £90 into the £14m online fashion firm Pink Boutique has recently launched Rowen Group and appointed leading accountancy and advisory firm MHA Tait Walker as…
Read moreCracking the Code 22 September, 10am – 11am Don’t Just Give Them Faster Horses is a FREE online introductory session to Cracking the Code – an online programme aimed at bridging the post Covid-19…
Read moreAlan Welby, Innovation Director at the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), and Gillian Hall, newly-appointed Chair of the North East LEP’s Innovation Board, discuss how innovation can bring more…
Read more26th August, 12-12.45pm Diversity – are we getting the basics right? With Covid-19 still front and centre across the globe, diversity hasn’t been far behind. This pandemic has shone an…
Read moreThe North East’s largest cyber festival is returning next month, aimed at promoting and growing the region’s cyber security sector. The third annual #CyberFest is again being organised by regional…
Read moreRemote working is on the rise – in part necessitated by Covid-19 – but what does the future hold for the UK workplace and is this the death of the…
Read moreStudents at Sunderland College were jumping for joy after they discovered their vocational qualification achievements would enable them to take their next steps to becoming key workers of the future…
Read moreA-Level students at Sunderland College today discovered that they have gained the grades to progress and achieve their university and career ambitions, despite the challenges of the current pandemic. The…
Read moreLeading law firm for businesses Muckle LLP is making another substantial contribution to its charitable fund – committing in excess of £30,000 to support community projects across the North East…
Read moreHow can emerging technologies and innovative use of data accelerate the journey towards Net Zero? CGI is once again sponsoring the Northumbrian Water Group Innovation Festival on 14-17 September 2020.…
Read moreA North East college has announced a partnership with a proposed £20m retail scheme. Fintry Estates and development partners Hargreaves recently revealed they were pressing ahead with plans for a…
Read moreA consortium of North East organisations renowned for driving transformation in the global construction market have been shortlisted for the chance to secure up to £50million to boost the region’s…
Read moreA specialist team at Sunderland College is providing vital mental health support to its students and addressing the growing challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic on their emotional wellbeing. The college’s…
Read moreA new investment pot is available to SMEs in the North East that can develop tech solutions to energy consumption challenges. Up to £40,000 is on offer through The Energy…
Read moreA national communications company has revealed that it will be investing millions in Newcastle as a ‘key location’ in its future plans. BT’s Gosforth contact centre is set for a…
Read moreGLOBAL IT and business services consultancy CGI has partnered with regional tech network Dynamo to grow the north east’s health tech expertise. Health tech is a booming sector forecast to…
Read moreDate: Wednesday 9 September 2020 Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm The International Centre for Connected Construction (IC3) would like to invite you to a collaborative workshop with experts from industry, public…
Read moreNewcastle City Council has announced a rescue package of more than half a million pounds to support the creative and digital sector in Newcastle. Funded by the North of Tyne…
Read moreNew figures from the Department for International Trade have shown that the North East was the best area for job creation outside of London last year. The North East has…
Read moreCouncils across the North East have announced that they are joining forces for a £2.1bn project that could create 300 construction jobs. Five Tees Valley borough authorities – Darlington, Hartlepool,…
Read moreBusinesses across the region are being advised to exercise extreme caution after the emergence of a new type of fraud. The Engineering and Manufacturing Network (EMN) and leading commercial law…
Read moreA major new initiative to help North East businesses grow or expand into the health, wellness and social care delivery sectors is set to go live. Regional fund management firm…
Read moreSunderland College has revealed its innovation driven success over the past year has strengthened its reputation nationally and has further supported the further education college to transform lives and provide…
Read moreA popular Northumberland zoo will reopen its doors to the public this weekend with a new name and animals among a host of exciting changes awaiting visitors. Northumberland College Zoo,…
Read moreA leading accountancy expert says the summer economic statement was “underwhelming” given the scale of problems many SME business owners face. Andrew Moorby, managing partner of MHA Tait Walker and…
Read moreBotsAndUs, a London-based startup that provides full-stack robot systems for public spaces, has closed a £2 million equity funding round with legal advice provided by the corporate team at Newcastle…
Read moreBusinesses across Newcastle affected by COVID-19 are set to receive new support from a new ‘lifeline’ from the city’s council. Newcastle City Council has unveiled its new Citylife Business Support…
Read moreBaltic Apprenticeships have teamed up with RAW Digital to close the digital skills gap, one amazing candidate at a time. The RAW Digital Talent Academy is a two-week programme, which…
Read moreThe government has awarded the North East up to £47m for local infrastructure projects to support the region’s recovery from COVID-19 disruption. The region has been awarded the funds from…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East’s colleges have committed to offering free meals to their most vulnerable students over the summer. The group, which includes Hartlepool Sixth Form, Sunderland College and Northumberland…
Read moreNewcastle headquartered recruitment business NRG, part of the Galago Group, has revealed plans to move its flagship offices to the NEON building at Quorum Park. The firm is relocating from…
Read moreBased on Newcastle Helix, The UK’s National Innovation Centre for Ageing (NICA) has partnered with a global EdTech company to launch a new digital training program for employers. By bringing…
Read moreToday the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced plans for a multi-billion pound economic recovery initiative in the wake of COVID-19. The PM unveiled a £5bn government funding package to…
Read moreNorthumberland College’s Ashington Campus–development has been shortlisted at the Insider North East Property Awards. The multi-million-pound project, which is being managed by real estate consultants Hollis, is a finalist in…
Read moreTHE North-East tech scene has been urged to collaborate with different industries to level up the region as others adopt digital business models in response to coronavirus. The Covid-19 pandemic has…
Read moreTees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen has unveiled a new £1m support package for hospitality and tourism businesses following the disruption of COVID-19. The mayor has outlined a ‘Welcome Back Fund’…
Read moreDynamo’s first online conference was also its ‘biggest and best.’ Hundreds of people attended the free virtual conference that had a busy programme of speakers, panels, discussions and exhibitions. “It’s…
Read moreOlder adults in Newcastle are set to benefit from an innovative volunteering app being piloted in the region with the help of two leading North East organisations. In a UK…
Read moreLeading North East accountancy and advisory firm, MHA Tait Walker, has helped business owners secure £15 million in financial support during the Coronavirus pandemic. The firm’s team of accountants and…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland is utilising a six-figure national research funding pot in an effort to boost the North East economy. The university will access the £300k Economic and Social…
Read moreA North East council has launched a new fund to support the recovery of businesses in the region. North Tyneside Council has launched its Capacity Fund in response to Covid-19,…
Read moreThe North East’s biggest tech conference is going ahead in a digital format tomorrow (June 25) and will be free to delegates. Digital sector cluster, Dynamo, took the decision to…
Read moreEducation Partnership North East, which includes Sunderland College, Hartlepool Sixth Form and Northumberland College, has extended its range of free distance learning courses to support employers across the North East…
Read moreInvest North East England has ensured it is well placed to support the region’s economic recovery during the coronavirus pandemic with the appointment of new Inward Investment Manager, Rachel Burdis.…
Read moreA North East response group has secured support from across the region for its economic recovery plan as the country emerges from lockdown. The North East COVID-19 Economic Response Group…
Read moreWe are pleased to announce that, Xavier Champaud will be appointed as Managing Director of Nomad Digital. Xavier Champaud, currently Regional Centre & Site Managing Director for Alstom in Charleroi,…
Read moreNewcastle University Business School are offering new Executive Education masters programmes to help today’s leaders navigate the challenges of the future. The 24 month part time masters level Executive Education…
Read moreTechnology firms across the region will have access to a new pool of talent with the launch of a new educational institute. New College Durham has been awarded a licence…
Read moreMHA Tait Walker’s Wealth Management team has entered into a new partnership with Professional Golfer Garrick Porteous to offer support to the sporting community during turbulent times. As golfing is…
Read moreStudents and staff at Kirkley Hall Campus are celebrating an outstanding 100% pass rate in equine exams for the third year running. All 23 Equine Management students gained a pass,…
Read moreSunderland College has helped more than 100 people take their first steps into new employment within the manufacturing industry over the past year. Working in partnership with Unipres, Sunderland College’s…
Read moreLocal communities across the North East will be able to benefit from free distance learning courses throughout the COVID-19 crisis and beyond, thanks to regional college group – Education Partnership…
Read moreDynamo North East have unveiled the full programme for the region’s biggest tech conference. Dynamo announced in April that its annual conference would go ahead in a digital format this…
Read moreA prominent procurement lawyer has joined Muckle LLP, the North East law firm for businesses, to lead its dedicated procurement team. Alison Walton, partner, has joined the Newcastle-based firm to…
Read moreCGI has the answers to six key questions for your business Since lockdown, is the cyber threat level up for business, and if so how much as it increased by? Yes it…
Read moreFollowing their recent move to the North East, global security firm Verisure, will benefit from revolutionary full fibre Internet connectivity. Deployed by Aspire Technology Solutions throughout the North East, the…
Read moreNCFE has been at the forefront of technical education for over 170 years, committed to changing lives through learning. We have supported millions of UK learners into employment and to…
Read moreMore than half of office workers believe their company should do more to help them work from home during the coronavirus crisis. One of the largest surveys of the working…
Read moreLegal and accountancy experts from two leading North East independent businesses have helped Newcastle-based Orchard Information Systems to join forces with a global software leader. Orchard, a leading provider of…
Read moreSunderland College is delivering vital remote speech and language sessions during lockdown to students with SEND and their families. Speech and Language Therapist Nicola Gallagher, who is a member of…
Read moreA leading North East college is using businesses based in the local area to work on its ambitious investment programme, which will support employment within the region and growth in…
Read moreAre you looking to help your team to develop new skills while they’re working from home? Perhaps you want to help your employees look after their mental health and wellbeing…
Read moreWhether your business is one of the lucky ones who are seeing increased demand, a professional service advisor operating ‘business as usual’ or suffering the uncertainty of hospitality and service…
Read moreTHREE of the region’s most influential tech organisations have collaborated to release a report outlining the sector’s successes over the last 12 months. Senior teams from tech network Dynamo, tech…
Read moreSunderland College has a vital role to play in producing the next generation of career professionals that are industry-ready with the knowledge, skills and personal qualities that employers demand. The…
Read moreLeading North East accountancy and advisory firm, MHA Tait Walker has helped ART Health Solutions Ltd to secure a £200,000 loan extended via NatWest under the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan…
Read moreTHE north east’s tech companies will play a huge role in the region’s COVID-19 recovery, according to the network which champions them. Several of Dynamo’s 160 members have been actively…
Read moreA Northumberland College hairdressing lecturer has joined a team of volunteers producing much needed clinical gowns and scrubs for NHS staff across the North East. Michelle Craggs, an experienced seamstress,…
Read moreWHILE the COVID-19 pandemic has devastated live sports across the globe, interest in the online world of e-sports has never been greater. But this has had mixed blessings for one…
Read moreA former Hartlepool Sixth Form student has joined the army of key workers in the fight against COVID-19. Annie Hamilton, who studied A-Levels in English and sociology, is working as…
Read moreBusiness Durham is linking up companies across County Durham to help them find solutions for their current business challenges during the coronavirus outbreak. While many businesses have had to shut…
Read moreIn the competitive post-16 education sector, Hartlepool Sixth Form is emerging as one of the most successful sixth forms in the country. Its merger with Sunderland College more than two…
Read moreIn response to ongoing COVID-19 situation, Institute of Coding at Newcastle University has created a new series of new FREE online events to help improve digital skills running weekly 2pm-3pm…
Read moreHUNDREDS of North East families are now able to benefit from a free educational STEM programme, created by global IT and business services consultancy CGI, to help home schooling during…
Read moreResearch from award winning tech firm, Aspire Technology Solutions, has revealed that UK businesses are coping well within the new remote working environment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Read moreA talented teacher from a Hartlepool Sixth Form has an innovative formula for digital learning for his students during the COVID-19 crisis and is also supporting school leavers with their…
Read moreA leading North East commercial law firm has launched a new helpdesk, which enables businesses and organisations to speak to a team of lawyers for pointers on legal concerns arising…
Read moreNewcastle City Council is urging all businesses who haven’t yet registered for grants to see them through the coronavirus crisis to check eligibility and sign up as quickly as possible.…
Read moreThe region’s biggest tech conference will still go ahead this year – but in a digital format. The Dynamo conference attracts more than 350 delegates annually, but because of the…
Read moreExperienced property professional Emma Liddle, has been promoted to department head of the Residential Conveyancing team at Newcastle based Mincoffs Solicitors. Emma takes over from respected property leader, Una Coulson,…
Read moreA Newcastle-based businessman is set to launch a new investment fund to support ‘disruptive’ tech companies. Jeremy Middleton CBE is going ahead with plans to launch the Conviction Investment Partners…
Read moreThe UK has witnessed a wave of unprecedented change in light of coronavirus; school closures, self-isolation, work-from-home, businesses closing, supermarket stock-piling and increased pressure on hospitals. On the flipside, among…
Read moreA Newcastle based law firm has been shortlisted for a national award, alongside ITV and Aviva, in recognition of its support for North East communities. Muckle LLP has a long…
Read moreA Newcastle IT company has announced that it has secured a £2m investment to create new jobs and pursue growth plans. Atlas Cloud, which provides cloud and network solutions, is…
Read moreLeading accountancy and advisory firm, MHA Tait Walker, has signed a 10-year lease on a new office in Stockton-on-Tees. The move will create around four new jobs initially, with plans…
Read moreNHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) will launch its Open Data Portal (ODP) by the end of March 2020 which will give everyone, from NHS commissioners to the public, easy access to…
Read moreOne of the largest commercial litigation teams in the North East has appointed another solicitor to meet the growing need for its services. Leading independent law firm for businesses Muckle…
Read moreA leading IT and telecoms company based in the Tees Valley has been named as one of the fastest growing companies in Europe for the fourth year running. Communicate Technology…
Read moreglobalbridge, the innovative education tech business, has teamed up with a leading North East law firm in a bid to attract a more diverse range of talent into the industry.…
Read moreSoftware technology start-up Wordnerds ranked third in BusinessCloud Media’s prestigious 100 SmartTech Innovators, a nation-wide comparison of the UK’s top tech companies operating in the data and sensor technology space.…
Read moreKathryn Boyd, a newly qualified solicitor, has joined the rapidly-growing Agriculture, Estates and Rural Property team at Muckle LLP. Kathryn studied at the University of Law in Leeds, before completing…
Read moreAs they expand their business in the North of England, following their ’metro market’ growth strategy and with a large number of ‘members’ already living and working in the region,…
Read moreA forward-thinking North East based law firm has beaten global competition to win a national award for innovation after developing a game-changing product. Newcastle-based law firm for businesses Muckle LLP…
Read moreLaw firm Sintons has unveiled a new brand identity as it continues to progress across all areas of the business through its Strategy for Growth. The rebrand centres around the…
Read moreCash management is a core part of running a business. You know that. It’s not something you can afford to put on the backburner, but frankly, it can be a…
Read moreProfessor Monika Foster, Head of School (Business & Management) presents ‘Globalisation in the Time of Disruption: Challenges and Opportunities for Higher Education’. Developing international perspectives is a strategic objective for…
Read moreLeading North East law firm Muckle LLP has recruited another highly respected solicitor to its rapidly expanding agriculture team. William Green, an experienced rural and private client specialist, has been…
Read moreSunderland College held a special event to celebrate the first anniversary of its commitment to mental health and wellbeing and achieving its aim of 100 staff qualifying as Mental Health…
Read moreWork to transform Newcastle upon Tyne into one of the world’s best digitally connected cities is underway. Newcastle is celebrating a major milestone in its digital transformation with work now…
Read moreMHA Tait Walker’s wealth management and tax teams are working together to provide specialist advice for clients ahead of the first Budget of a post-Brexit UK. (March 11) Mark Parkinson,…
Read more‘SUPER CONNECTOR’ Paul Lancaster has taken up a key role at Dynamo, the North East’s tech network as a new Engagement Manager, linking firms across the region to tech innovation.…
Read moreSunderland College has helped a local business to celebrate a significant milestone, with the successful recruitment of its 50th apprentice. Sunderland-based Physical Education and Active Kids (PEAK), a leading provider…
Read moreNic Palmarini, Director of the National Innovation Centre for Ageing in Newcastle, is to speak at leading digital design conference, BIM Show Live on 26-27 February 2020. The acclaimed author,…
Read moreA startup business established 12 months ago to disrupt the corporate training market has won its second international contract with technology giant Sage. SUB10 has been appointed by Sage to…
Read moreMore IT equipment making its way to another local organisation. In their latest series of ‘Pay It Forward’ donations, Protech have partnered with Peterlee-based Barchester Hawthorns Care Centre. Ian Murphy,…
Read moreA TYNESIDE company is helping map the spread of the Coronavirus outbreak with the launch of a new digital tool. After news of two confirmed cases in the North East…
Read moreNational business and IT consultancy Waterstons is enhancing its cyber team with the appointment of Kieran Fowler, a former Detective Constable at the Metropolitan Police specialising in cyber-crime and fraud.…
Read moreEducation leader, Ellen Thinnesen, was invited to meet with the Prime Minster and members of his Cabinet during his visit to Sunderland last week, to reinforce the vital importance of…
Read moreA North East intranet specialist has secured £2.1m additional seed funding in a round led by existing investor Maven Capital Partners. Oak Intranet has secured the multi-million pound investment to…
Read moreAs the UK leaves the European Union, Northumbria University and UCL are seeking the views of information professionals on the shifting opportunities and threats for the ICT/information sector in the…
Read moreMORE than 70 delegates from a wide range of regional and national organisations worked together to solve real-life challenges in the construction sector. The second Digital Construction Innovation Day was…
Read moreRecruitment business NRG has announced a new charity partnership with Smart Works Newcastle. Smart Works helps unemployed women get back into work by providing coaching, clothes and the confidence needed…
Read moreDigital product consultancy hedgehog lab has raised a further £900k from the North East Development Capital Fund, supported by the European Regional Development Fund and managed by existing investors Maven…
Read moreAnne-Marie Imafidon passed two GCSEs at primary school. Aged 11, she became the youngest girl ever to pass A-level Computing. In 2013 she founded and became CEO of Stemettes a…
Read moreThe region’s largest multi-discipline recruiter which is also Europe’s number one consumer sector business, will support McBride plc with talent acquisition activities across Europe. McBride is Europe’s leading provider of…
Read morePractical Applications of Emerging Technologies run by The Institute of Coding at Newcastle University will showcase some of the latest emerging technologies and their real-world applications in bite sized introductions…
Read moreDesigning for healthy people and places, protecting the environment and human centred design are all high on the agenda at the industry leading BIM Show Live conference taking place in…
Read moreOne of the UK’s largest college groups, NCG, has appointed North East independent law firm Muckle LLP as its main legal provider following a competitive tender process. After scoring higher…
Read moreThe Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Matt Hancock, visited the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) in Newcastle, as the organisation who will have responsibility for administering the…
Read moreA talented teacher from a local sixth form has been nationally recognised for his outstanding contribution to the education sector. He not only helps his own A-Level students understand the…
Read moreNORTH EAST accountancy firm MHA Tait Walker is gearing up for further growth on the back of its specialist Data Insights team, which helps provide strategic growth and insight to…
Read morehoncho – the Durham-based insurtech startup – has announced the launch of their second equity crowdfunding campaign on leading crowd platform Crowdcube as they prepare for further growth – including…
Read moreNorthumberland College has announced plans to create a dynamic, state-of-the-art digital academy to support future growth in the digital sector and address the regional skills gap. The new digital academy,…
Read moreSunderland College has opened a new employability hub in Sunderland City Centre, to provide adults with training and support that will help them to find employment or achieve their career…
Read moreFive former trainees are celebrating after becoming fully qualified lawyers at leading North East independent law firm for businesses, Muckle LLP. Charlotte Dickinson and George Smith have secured positions as…
Read moreThe Association of Education Advisers (AoEA) launched its North East and Cumbria centre this week, marking one of the most significant developments in education in recent years. The AoEA is…
Read moreThe North East largest tech-specific careers and opportunities event is returning to the region in 2020 for the fourth time. Tech Talent 2020 will see over 70 leading North East…
Read moreNewcastle University’s Institute of Coding has launched a series of 10 sessions in Health Informatics designed to meet the needs of NHS and healthcare staff, organisations working with the healthcare…
Read moreGraeme Fletcher is using RPA to drive improvements in musculoskeletal patient care. Connect Health CIO Graeme Fletcher is responsible for all the technology that underpins the largest independent provider of…
Read moreOne of the region’s leading law firms has advised Newcastle-based NOVELTEA on its €450,000 international deal on Germany’s TV equivalent to Dragons’ Den. NOVELTEA, which manufactures and sells alcoholic tea…
Read moreDynamo member, Mincoffs Solicitors, has this week seen its esteemed technology team named twice in the shortlist for the Legal 500 UK Awards 2020 in the TMT (Technology, Media and…
Read moreDynamo North East is leading a series of events and meetings bringing together senior figures from the region’s cultural, leisure and sectors and technology companies to explore how the greater…
Read moreNorth East leading law firm for business, Muckle LLP, has welcomed four new trainee solicitors and an apprentice solicitor to its growing team. Ben Forbes has taken up his first…
Read moreAn award-winning fintech scaleup is targeting expansion into Asia after achieving its original long-term geographical growth targets within its first year. Kani Payments is already working across Europe, the United…
Read moreNorth East independent law firm for businesses Muckle LLP is celebrating having renewed its IIP Gold status and Health and Wellbeing accreditation until 2022, after 92% of its people agreed…
Read moreBaltic Apprenticeships’ new employer referral scheme was set up to give something back to their advocates, and to support the local communities they work within. Since launching the scheme in…
Read moreNorth-East based Connectivity experts Aspire Technology Solutions have announced a £1.2m investment in their UK core network in the Tees Valley. The new infrastructure will enable businesses access leased line…
Read moreProtech have partnered with Gentoo who have chosen to ‘Pay It Forward’ to local charity The People’s Pantry NE. They collect surplus food from major supermarkets which would otherwise make…
Read moreSunderland AFC has partnered with tech firm Advantex to enhance the club’s technology and communications. Established in 2002, Advantex has created a communications solution aiming to connect the entire club…
Read moreA company who specialise in precision software and part manufacturing solutions and works across the world with some of the biggest names in global manufacturing, has reaffirmed its commitment to…
Read moreThe North East’s leading independent law firm for businesses, Muckle LLP, has reported an increase in income and profit for year ending March 2019. Newcastle based Muckle LLP saw turnover…
Read moreWe often hear stories of those wanting to give back after achieving success, but so often it’s just talk. Steven Ward of Protech however, is bucking the trend and really…
Read moreAfter the success of their summer recruitment drive, Newton Aycliffe based training provider Baltic Apprenticeships are hosting two more recruitment open days in November. As well as supporting tech and…
Read moreA team of lawyers from Newcastle based law firm for businesses – Muckle LLP – have advised global hospitality business Sandman Hotel Group on the acquisition of its 59th hotel…
Read moreAward winning software house Nebula Labs, based in Newcastle, is celebrating taking on its sixth team member, while also recruiting for more to join its growing team. Nebula Labs, set…
Read moreThere are only a mere two weeks to go until the deadline for Brexit. Come October 31, businesses across the UK will have to be prepared for an independent future…
Read moreTHE superstars and rising stars of the region’s growing tech sector were celebrated at a glittering awards night. More than 450 people attended the Dynamites 19 Awards which were hosted…
Read moreProtech recently kicked off its “Pay it Forward” campaign which aims to help level the IT playing field, helping those that we can, when we can, with your help. The…
Read moreTICKETS for the region’s flagship IT and technology awards are selling fast – and you haven’t got long to confirm your attendance. Dynamites 19 Awards night will be at Newcastle…
Read moreLeading regional law firm for business, Muckle LLP, has been appointed to the North East Purchasing Organisation (NEPO) for eight legal service specialisms. Following the invitation to tender for NEPO’s…
Read moreWaterstons, a Durham headquartered business and IT consultancy, has this month launched the ‘Waterstons Academy’, a new corporate university aimed at nurturing and developing its growing team of consultants. With…
Read moreThe shortlist for the Dynamites 19, the region’s IT and technology awards, has been revealed. The Awards, sponsored by Gateshead College, are now in their sixth year and are organised…
Read moreDecarbonising transport emissions through the advancement of hydrogen-fuelled vehicles and technology is the aim of a £1m Durham University research project. Durham’s researchers will lead national efforts across government, industry…
Read moreSMEs in South Tyneside can access funds from a £120m investment programme designed to support the region’s businesses. Invest South Tyneside, South Tyneside Council’s business investment team, is signposting SMEs…
Read moreRegional connectivity provider Aspire Technology Solutions has announced a £1.2m investment in its UK core network in the Tees Valley. The new infrastructure will enable businesses access leased line speeds…
Read moreShipping insurance specialist North P&I Club has launched its new suite of digital tools designed to help ship owners and operators keep their vessels safe at sea. The operational threats…
Read moreTeesside University’s Middlesbrough campus is to become a £5.6m enterprise zone. The Innovate Tees Valley University Enterprise Zone (UEZ) will build on the university’s record in helping tech startups, with…
Read moreMORE than 150 delegates attended the flagship event of this year’s #CyberFest. The day-long event was held at Newcastle University’s Urban Sciences Building as part of the month-long #CyberFest, which…
Read moreTHE North East’s vibrant gaming industry has been showcased to international visitors this week. Invest North East England welcomed an overseas delegation of experts to the region to learn about…
Read moreMAYOR OF Middlesbrough Andy Preston formally opened an event focusing on the challenges and opportunities of the cyber security sector. The half-day event was part of the month-long #CyberFest programme…
Read moreThe number of customers applying online for a prescription prepayment certificate (PPC) has hit the one million mark, saving more than £390,000 for the NHS so far. A PPC lets…
Read moreHoncho has earned a spot on the government-backed acceleration programme Honcho will be granted access to exclusive fintech seminars, networking events, and an international showcase via the programme Honcho launched…
Read moreReverse-auction marketplace app, honcho, launches for iOS and Android Top insurers, brokers and MGAs including Marmalade, Flux Direct, Think Insurance, Freedom Brokers, Quoteline Direct and Brightside integrated with more to…
Read moreA new app developed in the region has officially launched aiming to change the way UK drivers buy car insurance. Durham-based honcho – the first reverse-auction marketplace app in the…
Read moreA North East-headquartered business and IT consultancy is set for international growth with the opening of a new Australian office. Waterstons, which is based in Durham, is opening its first…
Read moreA GROWING tech business is set to shine, after undertaking a full rebrand to support its global expansion. Software as a Service provider Technically Compatible, which uses online assessments to…
Read moreThe north east fintech community were out in force at the end of August; supporting Dynamo and their mission to promote and grow the fintech cluster in the region. Guests…
Read moreNORTH EAST awarding organisation NCFE has unveiled a new app for school students to access free support and homework revision at the click of a button in a bid to…
Read moreNomad Digital introduce the North East’s premier hackathon – The Rocket Hack 2019 with key partners in the region. Nomad Digital, world leaders in connectivity for train, buses, metros and…
Read moreA North East startup business established to revitalise and redefine the traditional corporate training market has secured a partnership with Sage, the market leader in cloud business management solutions, to…
Read moreA fitness app developed by a small team in the North East has beaten nearly 2 million others to be chosen by Apple to be featured as its prestigious App…
Read moreA SOCIAL evening has been arranged for the growing number of people working in the region’s Fintech sector. Regional IT network Dynamo North East is behind the free Fintech Friends…
Read moreDurham-based Atom bank has received a £10m grant to boost its competition in SME lending. Atom, having been founded in 2014, is the UK’s first bank built exclusively for mobile.…
Read moreiamproperty has revealed its half-year results to June 2019. The Newcastle-based company, which offers end-to-end services to estate agents, has seen its turnover increase by 16 per cent to £12.6m.…
Read moreIt’s clear that technology is vital to the growth of the UK economy. Baltic Apprenticeships set out to investigate how we can facilitate this development by reflecting on the state…
Read moreTHE TECH SKILLS GAP REMAINS A HOT TOPIC Nomad Digital is a North East based business, and we compete to attract the best talent to help us innovate and develop…
Read moreNomad Digital, world leaders in connectivity for trains, buses, metros and trams, on the move globally, decided to create a unique hackathon event with a ‘smart transport’ theme. As Nomad…
Read moreNHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) and partners Taulia have won the ‘Best Fintech Implementation Project Management’ category at the well recognised Bobsguide Partnership Awards. Medicine plays a crucial role and…
Read moreNorthstar Ventures has teamed with Business Doctors to develop a new solution targeting businesses in the region. Working in collaboration, Northstar and Business Doctors piloted a new initiative called The…
Read moreThe Institute of Coding at Newcastle University are running a number of short CPD courses to help upskill people in key areas. Dynamo members can save £20 when booking a…
Read moreDurham digital banking firm Atom Bank has raised £50m in a fundraising round to support its growth. The Aykley Heads-based business – the UK’s first bank built purely for mobile…
Read moreNHS Business Service Authority (NHSBSA) has won the Efficiency Savings category at the Public Sector Paperless Awards 2019. NHSBSA delivers a range of national services for the NHS including the…
Read moreA collaboration between Newcastle software house Nebula Labs and Teesside University has resulted in the launch of an innovative events app that uses the latest Augmented Reality (AR). Nebula Labs…
Read moreA North East college is joining forces with the country’s first emerging technology facility to develop the future digital workforce. Gateshead College is officially partnering with neighbour PROTO to develop…
Read moreManufacturing technology developed in the North East by software specialists MSP has seen an international manufacturer halve production time for its world-leading gas turbine components. Doncasters Precision Castings – Deritend,…
Read moreNorth East tech firms are being urged to put their names forward for the region’s biggest IT awards event. The sixth annual Dynamites Awards will celebrate the best of the…
Read moreA new partnership of leading tech organisations is aiming to grow the region’s fintech sector by developing a new cluster of businesses. Dynamo North East is collaborating with Fintech North,…
Read moreSunderland College has inspired young women to consider a range of exciting career opportunities in male-dominated industries. Over 250 female students from five secondary schools were given an insight into…
Read moreThe British Academy for Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced a Sunderland College student as winner of the prestigious Young Game Designers 2019 competition. The national competition, which celebrates…
Read moreBy Guy Currey, Director, Invest North East England As I sat down to write this blog, I asked myself, ‘when was the last time I went into a bank?’ The…
Read moreThe NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) is looking for midwives and healthcare professionals to take part in their pilot programme for digital maternity exemption certificates. The digital scheme is a…
Read moreA start-up business based in the North East whose redefinition of corporate training is helping to transform the market has become one of a handful of UK businesses to secure…
Read moreSouth Tyneside Council have created a fund to support local businesses in the growth of their work forces. A new £35k scholarship fund will support firms looking to hire apprentices,…
Read moreThe GX Project Team are holding a series of bitesize Master Class sessions at the NewcastleGateshead Initiative offices in Gateshead. These sessions have been developed as bite size chunks and…
Read moreNomad Digital, the world’s leading provider of passenger and fleet connectivity solutions to the railway industry, will supply, design and deliver in cooperation with DSB a complete onboard Passenger WiFi…
Read moreNorth East are proud to announce a strategic partnership with Discover the World. Together we will be exploring smart contract and blockchain integration with the aim of creating efficiencies and automated processes within…
Read moreAgile Business Consortium has pledged to support a university innovation incubator supporting entrepreneurs in Newcastle. The consortium has committed to providing a three-year package of support to the university with…
Read moreMonday 4th and Tuesday 5th November 2019 11am – 3pm Newcastle City Centre Campus Are you looking for students and graduates to fill your vacancies? We would like to invite…
Read moreStaff and students at Sunderland College are celebrating after being awarded BTEC College of the Year 2019 at a glittering ceremony in London last night. The further education college, which…
Read moreThe North East’s largest cyber festival is returning this autumn – and will be even bigger and better. The inaugural #CyberFest event was organised by regional IT champions Dynamo North…
Read moreWe are proud to announce that our new blockchain start up North East Limited has launched this month. Our aim is to assist regional companies to reduce risk when interacting…
Read moreWe are delighted to announce our new client GMI Construction Group Plc! Initially deploying us on a few of their sites, the team at GMI Construction were so impressed with…
Read moreRegistration for this year’s NWG Innovation Festival 2019 is now open! Now in our third year, we have a fantastic range of events tackling a broad range of challenges with…
Read moreNorthumbria University, Newcastle, is one of just two universities to be newly recognised this year as an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research by the National Cyber Security…
Read moreDate: Monday 1st July 2019 Time: 15:00 – 17:30 Venue: Virgin Money – Newcastle Office Jubilee House, Unit 1A. The Gosforth Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 4PL The Cyber and Convergence Special…
Read moreBUSINESS leaders from across the UK put workplace equality top of the agenda at the North East’s most anticipated tech conference. The underplayed role of women in industry was outlined…
Read moreEngineers and designers from some of the biggest names in global manufacturing attended an event held by leading metrology software specialists MSP to learn how to increase the efficiency of…
Read moreNewcastle-based North P&I Club has further strengthened its IT Team with the appointment of three new staff to support the company’s information technology strategy going forward. Logan Cox and Jack…
Read moreDynamo member Founders4Schools would like to invite you and your colleagues to register to inspire regional students about the breadth of opportunities within the tech sector and support you to…
Read moreJoin us at one of our annual employment law updates taking place this Autumn across the North East and Cumbria. We will bring attendees up to speed on the following:…
Read moreBusinesses working in the digital sector have the chance to pitch their innovations to an audience of regional healthcare influencers. Digital Catalyst 2019, a new event organised by the Academic…
Read moreNorth P&I Club’s in-house Corporate & Legal Team has been named ‘Legal Department of the Year’ at the recent Northern Law Awards. The award recognises their outstanding work in delivering…
Read moreA North East apprentice has developed a new mobile app for his training provider. Matty Forth is an apprentice software developer at Mobile Rocket, a Newton Aycliffe based app development…
Read moreProtech and JRA today announced a strategic partnership to simplify PC Refresh projects and the associated PC disposal process. Protech deliver IT Asset Disposal and Data Destruction and are the…
Read moreDigital Leaders Week is a national celebration of opportunities, challenges and support for the digital transformation of Britain’s businesses, public services and society. The week will offer a wide range…
Read moreA ground-breaking scheme to attract new talent into the digital technology sector has been launched in the North East. Gateshead College has teamed up with Sunderland Software City, PROTO: The…
Read moreDWP Digital are hosting 3 free tech talks as part of Digital Leaders Week in Newcastle on 20th June: Data visualisation using R Studio – more info & to book…
Read moreAward winning Newcastle based law firm, Mincoffs Solicitors, has welcomed Jordan Down into its Commercial Property team as a solicitor, following a successful two-year training contract at the firm. Jordan,…
Read moreThursday 16 May saw the National Technology Awards 2019 take place in London’s Grosvenor Square. This year DWP Digital picked up two further awards: Tech Team of the Year for…
Read more£10,000 Grant Towards 12 month Employment Costs Newcastle College University Centre currently has an exciting opportunity for employers within the Digital Technologies and Engineering industries to engage in a unique…
Read moreLeading commercial law firm, Mincoffs Solicitors, is strengthening its offering to commercial and employment clients with the addition of two new hires. The firm, which has forged a strong presence…
Read moreColleges across the North East are joining forces to demonstrate the importance of their role in transforming lives and driving economic growth and to call on the government for better…
Read moreWallsend Inspires – Saturday 26th October 2019 10.00am – 1.30pm – Tyne Metropolitan College The event being put together with the support from local schools, North Tyneside Council, local businesses, FE colleges and…
Read moreLeading software company MSP has been revealed as the headline sponsor of a major event in the UK aerospace calendar which attracts many of the leading experts and businesses in…
Read moreThe North East is home to a Creative Digital and Tech sector which is truly thriving. One of the most productive and fastest-developing in the UK, the sector’s rapid rise…
Read moreJoin this webinar to hear about Newcastle City Council’s latest innovative chatbots. These chatbots are improving the customer experience and reducing costs, and include: Wastebot – delivering an improvement in…
Read moreNewcastle Startup Week is delighted to announce that this year’s Official Closing Party is proudly sponsored by BMC Recruitment Group. BMC Recruitment Group, headquartered in Newcastle, are a trusted recruitment…
Read moreA new ‘Impact Report’ commissioned by the Newcastle Startup Week team has highlighted that events such as theirs play a key role in growing the North East economy by facilitating…
Read moreThree students from Sunderland College have been recruited by a leading technology company after impressing bosses with their digital talent. Tombola selected three digital and computing students from Sunderland College…
Read moreTuesday, June 18, 2019, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Join Newcastle City Council to gain an insight into the most dynamic new initiatives of their Smart Cities Programme. The morning will…
Read moreTwo of the most influential women working in the UK’s tech sector will be guest speakers at the region’s biggest digital conference. Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE, founder of Stemettes, the…
Read moreNorthumbria University, PROTO, Digital Catapult and Dynamo North East would like to invite you to an event exploring the human element of digital disruption on May 17th. Part of the…
Read moreBMC Recruitment Group, situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, is pleased to announce several key appointments. Four new team members join the rapidly growing recruitment consultancy. BMC Recruitment Group is a…
Read moreCabinet Minister Liz Truss has praised the “world-leading” work of a Northumberland software business which is helping to revolutionise traditional manufacturing processes in companies around the globe. Ms Truss, Chief…
Read moreAdvanced Research Computing (ARC), the dedicated research computing support unit of Durham University, is to be officially launched by the Vice Chancellor at an evening reception on Wednesday 1st May…
Read moreOur cutting-edge technology, and our ground-breaking vision from 2007 remains even more relevant today. Now, the opportunity is not just to connect the passengers, but connect an even wider base…
Read moreManufacturer Transmission Dynamics has developed technology ‘to revolutionise’ train locomotive maintenance thanks to support from Teesside University. Based in Cramlington, the firm specialises in wireless telemetry and data acquisition systems…
Read moreOak Intranet has acquired a central site in Durham for the launch of its second office in the region. Launched in 2015, the firm specialises in its self-developed out-of-the-box cloud-based…
Read moreA Sunderland company has become the North East Fund’s 100th investment after securing £1.8m to help take a revolutionary new bladder cancer diagnostics kit to the global marketplace. The investment…
Read moreNewcastle University launch “NU-food Online Supermarket” research project. Newcastle University is developing an online supermarket. Each participant will receive a £25 virtual budget to spend in the NU-food online supermarket. A…
Read moreMORE than 200 delegates from the region’s leading tech companies attended an inaugural conference aimed at the sector’s ‘do-ers.’ The first Built IT Right (BITR) conference was held Thursday, April…
Read moreA vehicle servicing and repair firm has teamed up with Gateshead College to launch an apprenticeship programme in the North East. Halfords Autocentres is rolling out a national apprenticeship programme…
Read moreNorth East law firm Sintons is opening its first Yorkshire office next month as part of its expansion into the region. Founded in 1896, the firm has been based on…
Read more27th – 28th of April | 10am – 4pm | Northumbria University Newcastle TEACH THE NATION TO CODE IS A FREE CODING WORKSHOP WHICH IS AIMED AT INSPIRING YOU TO…
Read moreWates Construction has been appointed to build a new student accommodation development at Teesside University as part of the university’s £300m ‘campus masterplan’. Located off Woodlands Road and Southfield Road…
Read moreTwo new Institutes of Technology in the North of England will collaborate with regional employers to plug skills shortages. 12 new institutes will be launched across the country, with the…
Read moreA North East software business is bringing together industry experts to show how its pioneering technology is helping to solve long-standing challenges within traditional manufacturing processes, in an approach that…
Read moreNORTH EAST-based accountancy and wealth management firm, Tait Walker, has unveiled its new look today, Tuesday 9 April, as it adopts the name of national accountancy association MHA. The rebrand…
Read moreThe TTE Technical Institute has established a new partnership with Durham University to provide engineering undergraduates with practical skills and experience. The new two-year agreement will see first year general…
Read moreThe Future Leaders Fellowship can help fund your most talented innovators Through the Future Leaders Fellowship scheme your business could: • Develop the leadership potential of an existing employee through…
Read moreImmerse UK and Digital Catapult are collaborating on the second Immersive Economy Report (the first can be found here). Last year’s report was the first in-depth study into the scale,…
Read moreGateshead College has been ranked the best performing college in England for post 16 education and training, firmly putting the North East on the map. Figures from the Education Skills…
Read moreIn modern society, data is power. With this power comes responsibility; businesses have a duty to safeguard the data that they process. In order to meet the growing necessity for…
Read moreToday (April 2), plans for a new building set to spearhead the regeneration of Sunderland’s city centre and allow for smoother public service deliveries, have been approved. The second building…
Read moreNewcastle City Council has received £16m from the government for infrastructure improvements to support the construction of thousands of new homes. The money will be used to build roads, junctions…
Read moreEY managing partner Sandra Thompson is moving to Reading and will be succeeded by Mike Scoular. The head of the region’s largest accountancy practice is to leave her post. Sandra…
Read moreMORE speakers from some of the region’s leading tech companies have been unveiled in advance of the north east’s first conference for ‘IT do-ers.’ The inaugural Built IT Right (BITR)…
Read moreNewcastle University Business School has again been approved by the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). This is said to be the highest standard of achievement in business education. EQUIS is…
Read moreLaw firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has announced a new service for fast growing businesses, WBD Accelerate, alongside a formal partnership with Yena, a virtual acceleration community that supports entrepreneurs…
Read moreNorth East-based awarding body NCFE welcomed a visit from the Institute of Apprenticeships and Technical Education (the Institute) following a T Level contract win. After securing a contract to deliver…
Read moreFollowing the recent merger between Sunderland College and Northumberland College, the newly formed college group – Education Partnership North East – has announced a new principal for Northumberland College. Nigel…
Read moreNewcastle based Mincoffs Solicitors have appointed experienced legal IT professional, Helen Cunningham as IT Manager. Helen, who has over 2 decades of experience in the legal IT sector in the…
Read moreOne of the region’s most dynamic and innovative businesses opened its doors to students to promote a career in software development, and show how their own team of engineers are…
Read moreWe’re hosting a short session for Gateshead businesses to understand what hidden value might exist in their balance sheets. Definitely not a workshop on tax, though. No. Absolutely not a…
Read moreDurham University, on behalf of the NINE DTP has organised a panel and networking event to discuss ‘For better or worse: AI and society’ at PROTO: The Emerging Technology Centre, Gateshead. The panel…
Read moreParking-tech pioneer Chris Reed is set to share his experience and inspire delegates attending FinanceCamp following his success in the Dragons’ Den earlier this year. The annual conference launched in…
Read moreTeesside University is partnering with a national training provider to create a ‘one-stop-shop’ for employers in the region. Focusing on a range of industries, the partnership with County Durham based…
Read moreData destruction company ProTech City has moved into new custom-built premises as part of its ongoing expansion thanks to support from Scaleup North East. Based in Peterlee, Protech City specialises…
Read moreTwo of the North East’s leading colleges have officially merged today in an ambitious move that will create significant benefits for the region. Sunderland College and Northumberland College have legally…
Read moreNomad Digital are currently supporting their Executive team with their individual development plans and as part of these discussions they’ve realised how beneficial it would be for each leader to…
Read moreWorkfinder is a platform to inspire the next generation and create a pipeline of talent to drive the UK’s most ambitious growth companies. Aimed at young people aged 16-24, the…
Read moreNorth East Futures UTC are excited to invite you along to the newest Digital Technology and Healthcare focused school in the North East for our next Business Breakfast on Monday…
Read moreThe growth and success of the region’s tech sector is being recognised at the highest level, according to one of the world’s most influential social media figures. Bruce Daisley, Twitter’s…
Read moreA retail technology company is planning continued international expansion alongside creating new jobs in its native North East after exceeding expectations in its first year of business. Shoptimised, which provides…
Read moreBMC Recruitment Group, situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, is delighted to announce their alliance with Insurtech UK, becoming their official Recruitment Partner. BMC is the trusted recruitment partner to leading…
Read moreNewcastle City Council has awarded Aura a contract to design three new schools. This is part of its programme for new and expanded schools in the north and outer west…
Read moreA new chief executive officer has taken the reins of £120m investment programme, North East Fund. Former finance director of the North East Fund, Jason Hobbs, has been appointed following…
Read moreNATIONAL awarding organisation, NCFE, has been voted as one of the best employers to work for in the UK in this year’s The Sunday Times 100 Best Not-for-Profit Organisations to…
Read moreSunderland Software City have joined forces with Gateshead Council and PROTO: The Emerging Technology Centre, to bring Go Reboot to Gateshead residents. Showcasing some the regions most advanced and exciting…
Read moreINDEPENDENT accountancy firm, Tait Walker, is setting its sight on further growth in 2019 following a year of new appointments and a brand new service offering. In 2018, Tait Walker…
Read moreAn industry leading Tech company has joined forces with colleges and a university from the region to offer a brand-new degree apprenticeship programme. tombola has partnered with Gateshead, Sunderland and…
Read moreBT has secured a contract with Northumbrian Water, the providers of reliable and sustainable water, to help deliver a Smart Water project across its North East operating area. BT is…
Read moreMaven has led a £7 million investment round in Northumberland based AVID Technology Group (AVID), a leader in the manufacture and design of components for electric and hybrid vehicles. The…
Read moreMaven Capital Partners has invested £10m into some of the region’s high growth businesses and has safeguarded over 400 jobs. Maven, said to be one of the UK’s most active…
Read moreFollowing the success of the first Future Focus SEND Careers Fair last year, I would like to invite you to the next one we have planned on Wednesday May 8th from…
Read moreA new programme to encourage inward investment and retain talent in Newcastle has been launched. The Newcastle Ambassador Programme will use local people to raise the profile of the…
Read moreNorthumberland businesses may be able to benefit from investment pot North East Fund as it collaborates with the Innovation SuperNetwork to promote funding opportunities. The fund has helped over 80…
Read moreA growing business which delivers e-learning about blockchain is operating internationally after winning key clients through its early involvement with the emerging technology. Blocknorth is one of only a handful…
Read moreA fully-funded energy efficiency audit to help your business save energy and money Rising energy costs are a significant issue for businesses of all sizes, operating in all sectors. The…
Read morePlease can we ask you to kindly complete this survey. The aim of the survey is to learn more about how current workplace technology is consumed and identify trends. We’re…
Read moreA HOST of top speakers has been unveiled for a conference aimed at the ‘do-ers’ in the region’s technology sector. The inaugural Built IT Right (BITR) conference is to be…
Read moreBMC Recruitment Group, situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, are delighted to be joining Dynamo as an Affinity Member. BMC is the trusted recruitment partner to leading businesses in the North…
Read moreTHE voice of the region’s tech sector will be shouting louder after an injection of funds and the recruitment of two new members of staff. Dynamo is an industry-led initiative…
Read moreSynergi Software is expanding its graduate development programme and growing geographically with new funding. The Gateshead-based company has secured a slice of the £500m Northern Powerhouse Growth Fund, via Barclays,…
Read moreMaven has co-led a £3.25 million equity investment in UK Fintech business Mojo Mortgages, which aims to create a better mortgage experience by providing a whole of market comparison of mortgage…
Read moreThree tech graduates are already celebrating their rapid rise after being promoted within three months of joining gaming giant tombola. The latest ten graduates joined the Sunderland-based company after qualifying…
Read moreNorth East tech comms firm Advantex is increasing its workforce after landing a string of new contracts worth £2m. The Gateshead-based company has secured additional orders for its network infrastructure…
Read moreBosses from the biggest food producers in China recently invited a Sunderland academic to showcase his innovative food safety business model. Dr Derek Watson, from the University of Sunderland, has…
Read moreThe North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has published its updated Strategic Economic Plan, outlining how it will have helped create 100,000 jobs for the region by 2024. The organisation…
Read moreNewcastle University has revealed a vision to redevelop the former General Hospital site in the city’s West End. The project will look to address the challenges of an ageing society…
Read moreSunderland College hosted a prestigious event to celebrate an award-winning year with the business community. Over 40 business leaders attended the exclusive lunch event, which took place on Friday 9th…
Read moreInvest North East England has produced six videos promoting the region as a location for businesses to locate and grow. Alongside an overview video of why ‘North East England Works,’…
Read moreFor almost a decade, a Darlington based IT Support business have been investing in local talent by taking on apprentices. Bondgate IT have worked closely with Newton Aycliffe based apprenticeship…
Read moreBT Group is responsible for generating £1 in every £50 produced in the North East’s economy, according to an independent report published today. ‘The Economic Impact of BT Group plc…
Read moreA Northumberland firm whose software is said to be revolutionising the manufacturing processes of global businesses. MSP counts three Formula 1 teams among its high-profile client base, and has won…
Read moreConstruction industry software firm NBS has created a raft of jobs to bolster its sales team. The Newcastle-based company has taken on 10 new staff as it looks to grow…
Read moreToday (February 6), the Innovation SuperNetwork has opened applications for regional businesses and startups developing solutions in the ageing sector to take part in its Ageing Innovation Accelerator programme. The…
Read moreStartup Safari comes to Newcastle & Gateshead from 21-23 May 2019 where startups, corporations, co-working spaces, universities / colleges and accelerators will open their doors and host tech talks, creative…
Read moreA start-up business which aims to revolutionise the global corporate training market through use of emerging technologies to create bespoke bite-sized modules is being launched in the North East. Having…
Read moreIn a recent report from NBS mapping the use of digital technologies across the industry, 70% agreed that those who do not adopt digital ways of working risk going out…
Read moreNorthern Power Futures will be held at Boiler Shop on 10 & 11 February 2019 Sunday 10th Feb 12pm-5pm Monday 11th Feb 10am-5pm WHAT IS NORTHERN POWER…
Read moreOne of the region’s fastest growing digital companies has launched a bespoke programme for students, graduates and career changers. Aiming to become the first choice employer in the North East,…
Read moreTuesday, 5th February 2019 I have to be honest and say that Mobile-as-a-Service was not entirely at the top of my conscious and something that I’ve tried to understand up…
Read moreNigel Wright Group, the region’s largest, multi-discipline recruitment consultancy, completes 2018 with a record-breaking year of strong performance. The latest accounts from Nigel Wright Group for the year ended April…
Read moreThe University of Sunderland has entered into a new partnership with Swiss aviation services giant Swissport International. Announced today (January 31), the tie-up will see the Swiss cargo and aircraft…
Read moreThe Institute of Coding (IoC) is a partnership of over 18 universities in England, including Newcastle, Northumbria and Sunderland Universities, who are all working hard to address the digital skills…
Read moreAs part of the newly launched Supply Chain North East programme, this first look event will showcase some of the groundbreaking digital & tech solutions from our Digital Union members and Generator’s wider network,…
Read moreBuild IT Right tickets will go up in February. Be sure to snag your ticket before the price increases! On 1st February tickets will increase to £150 +vat, so don’t…
Read more18 – 21 March 2019 Atlanta is a thriving hub for creativity and industry, the 10th largest economy in the USA and the 22nd largest in the world. This…
Read moreBusinesses and graduates in the North East have been taking part in a campaign to raise awareness of the range of career opportunities for university-leavers in the region. As part…
Read moreFollowing the success of last year’s Entrepreneurs of the North, the Innovation SuperNetwork is once again on the lookout for the North’s most innovative high-growth businesses to win a chance…
Read moreOne of the region’s fastest growing digital companies is changing the game for students,graduates and career switchers with its new bespoke programme for nurturing unharnessed talent. With a bold ambition…
Read moreApplications are being sought from SMEs within the North East LEP (Local Enterprise Partnership) area that could benefit from resource and research to drive innovation. GX, a two-year business innovation…
Read moreA young North East software company has moved into new premises to support its growing team. Nebula Labs has relocated to a bigger office at Carliol Studios in Newcastle, where…
Read moreSMEs in the North East are being given the opportunity to partner with European businesses to develop new projects, solving problems posed by multinational manufacturers such as Nissan, Caterpillar and…
Read moreA newly formed software company has purchased three business divisions from international banking software company Tenemos as part of a management buyout, with advice from the award winning corporate team…
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