Nissan and Motability Operations have agreed a landmark strategic partnership to explore how Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology could help reduce electricity costs for EV drivers. The collaboration centres on the British-built all-new Nissan LEAF and demonstrates how British manufacturing and innovation can support both drivers and the wider UK economy.
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has welcomed the Government’s £1 billion investment to accelerate the rollout of electric vans, trucks and charging infrastructure, but warns that the UK’s critical EV skills gap risks slowing progress.
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
Automation and robotics distributor RARUK Automation has signed an exclusive UK distribution agreement with Trener Robotics (formerly T-Robotics). Headquartered in San Jose, California, and Trondheim, Norway, Trener Robotics offers an AI platform – Acteris – designed to bring artificial intelligence to manufacturing robots.
A BUSINESS born at a table inside a North East branch of Starbucks has turned ten – and is on-course to turn over £1m for the first time.
North East-based law firm Muckle has appointed a specialist insolvency solicitor as it looks to strengthen its banking and restructuring team.
Komatsu is pleased to present the next generation of bulldozers, with the first models making their world debut at Conexpo 2026.
Industrial marketing company Horizon Works is proud to announce the next evolution of its innovation-focused podcast, Invented, with a new, expanded series set to launch in April 2026.
North East commercial property consultancy Naylors Gavin Black is positioning itself for the next phase of growth with a new brand identity and strategic plan.
The North East Automotive Alliance has unveiled the shortlist for its 2026 Annual Awards, recognising the businesses and individuals driving progress across the region’s automotive industry.
