Edwards Commercial Cleaning has been named the Environment Award (Large Business) winner at the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce’s Raising the Bar Awards 2026.


Edwards Commercial Cleaning has been named the Environment Award (Large Business) winner at the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce’s Raising the Bar Awards 2026.

Turntide Technologies is expanding high-voltage rail battery production at its Sunderland site.
Driven by demand from Hitachi Rail, following Turntide’s recent production milestone, and the growth of hybrid rail operations globally, the company is growing its high-voltage lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) rail battery systems manufacturing line to the Turntide Sunderland facility. Continue reading

Tyne North Training is expanding its offer to support even more employers across the Northeast. Continue reading

A North East education provider is set to expand its training capacity to support the region’s growing demand for green skills and engineering talent.
Newcastle College has secured approval for an £8.5 million expansion of its Energy Academy in Wallsend, creating a new purpose-built education and workshop facility. Continue reading

A North East HR firm has secured fresh investment to fund an acquisition and accelerate its national expansion. Sapphire HR, based in Newcastle, has received a second six-figure investment from NPIF II – NEL Smaller Loans, managed by NEL Fund Managers, to complete the acquisition of Manchester-based Heads HR Limited. Continue reading

Naylors Gavin Black has won a contract to support the regeneration of one of Newcastle city centre’s most iconic buildings. Continue reading

A maritime trade hub has announced a senior leadership change.
The Port of Tyne has confirmed that Dr Jo North will leave the organisation to become chief executive of Harwich Haven Authority, in Essex. Continue reading

Edwards Commercial Cleaning is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new website, marking an exciting step forward for the company as it continues to expand its presence across the North East and Yorkshire. The new platform has been designed to better reflect who Edwards Commercial Cleaning is today: a modern, people-first, sustainability-driven business that supports world-class organisations across multiple sectors.

A North East city is aiming to expand opportunities through its commercial business centres.
Sunderland City Council has revealed plans to build on the success of its three business hubs: Evolve, Sunderland Software Centre and Washington Business Centre, which opened between 2006 and 2014. Continue reading

At LC Automation, we are passionate about all things automation (there’s a clue in the name), because we have seen what a difference it can make to manufacturers like yours. Whether you want to increase production, and ensure you stay competitive, we’re committed to helping you and your company to begin your journey.
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