Newcastle University lands £22m to strengthen UK health and life sciences innovation

Newcastle University has secured £22m to continue research identifying emerging medicines, diagnostics, devices and digital technologies.

The funding comes from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and will support research which has the potential to transform care, reduce inequalities and support a more responsive and resilient system. Continue reading

Optimas to Exhibit at Advanced Engineering 2025 in October

Serving a diverse range of sectors, including automotive, power generation, heavy truck, off-highway, defence, marine and renewable energy, Optimas will once again exhibit at Advanced Engineering. At this year’s show, we’ll showcase innovative products and value-added services that support OEMs in boosting efficiency and reducing costs tied to fastener and C-class component usage. Continue reading

New era for skills: North East colleges form transformational alliance to power regional growth

Leading colleges from across the North East were joined by Mayor Kim McGuinness at a strategically focussed roundtable marking the launch of a powerful new partnership designed to drive economic growth, advance social justice, foster innovation, and place a sustained spotlight on the collective impact of the region’s further and higher education colleges. Continue reading

CMYK | Business Technology and AEPartners Forge International IT Support Partnership

In a move that reflects the increasingly globalised nature of business and technology, AEPartners has announced a strategic IT support partnership with CMYK | Business Technology. This collaboration is designed to provide seamless, round-the-clock technical support to AE Partners’ staff across both the United Kingdom and the United States. Continue reading