The BGA are delighted to once again work in collaboration with Helios Gear School from the USA to bring their 2 Day Gear Fundamentals Course to the UK.


The BGA are delighted to once again work in collaboration with Helios Gear School from the USA to bring their 2 Day Gear Fundamentals Course to the UK.

A County Durham college has secured a key role in a £250 million regional skills programme aimed at helping adults retrain, change careers and access new employment opportunities.

A North East university has been recognised for its contribution to regional economic growth, research innovation and business collaboration.

Net-Defence has marked a decade in business with an anniversary celebration at Dakota Newcastle, bringing together customers, partners, and colleagues to celebrate the company’s growth and look ahead to its next chapter.

Newcastle-based Muckle LLP has reported increased turnover and profits in accounts covering an award-winning year for the law firm.

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.

Middlesbrough College and Lingfield Education Trust have signed a memorandum of understanding to give primary school children across the region more opportunities to explore future careers.

International law firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) has advised XPENG, the smart electric vehicle manufacturer, on a strategic agreement with International Motors, to transition to direct operations in the UK.

The British Gear Association (BGA), in collaboration with The British Standards Institute (BSI), is hosting a Open Session on Gear & Rolling Bearing Standards on 26 November 2026 at 2pm. The session is designed for anyone who works with mechanical power transmissions in any practical, technical or commercial capacity, from design and production through to inspection, procurement, quality and compliance. But where exactly do standards come from? Join this session and find out.

A new major partnership will provide a ‘helping hand’ for North East businesses to access support, create jobs and unlock growth in the region.