Business The data sector in Yorkshire gets a boost The data sector in Yorkshire is set for a boost with the launch of a new networking community aimed at senior data leaders in the North. The Data Crowd will organise events across the region to support a sector that is estimated to be worth £95bn by 2025.* The inaugural By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Fishtank Agency appoints new senior accounts manager Mirfield-based digital marketing specialist Fishtank Agency has welcomed Matt Devall to its team, taking on the role of senior accounts manager. Having started his career in London, Matt spent nine years working within agencies such as Iris Worldwide and Brandfuel, whose client list included global giants Zurich Insurance, Coca-Cola and By The Editor • 2 min read
Business First pre-let announced at Globe Point in Leeds The first pre-let has been announced at CEG’s prestigious Globe Point office development in Leeds. Marketing and data science agency Jaywing is taking 6,437 sq ft of quality Grade A office space on the third floor of the 37,800 sq ft flagship building. The seven-storey building lies By The Editor • 2 min read
Business JT heads across the pond Leeds-based JT, the UK’s number one shower tray manufacturer, has made the journey across the pond, with further expansion into the Canadian market. Having invested heavily in research on North America, JT is working alongside a strategic partner to deliver quality and innovation to Canada’s shower tray market. By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Cash injection helps accountants unlock growth potential An accountancy and business support firm with offices in Sheffield and Doncaster is set for growth after agreeing a funding deal with Reward Finance Group. The £140,000 cash injection will enable Eyre & Co. Accountants to simplify its ownership structure and push ahead with its expansion plans. This will By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Azets advises on the MBO of family-owned LPD Azets, the largest regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, has advised on the MBO of Leeds Plywood & Doors Limited (LPD) for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 1981, with a workforce of over 250 employees, it is a 2nd generation family-owned business of which Stuart Gordon has now By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Manufacturer reinforces move toward packaging-free personal care products Leading manufacturer of solid format bases and natural ingredients for the personal care sector, Stephenson, is increasing its support for customers by stepping up production of products with less packaging. As Plastic Free July begins around the world, the Leeds-based business continues to use its unique insight and expertise to By The Editor • 3 min read
Business South Yorkshire's The Vet Pet becomes largest independent UK practice A well-respected South Yorkshire veterinary practice is celebrating a UK first after a major acquisition. The Pet Vet, which has state of the art surgeries in Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster, has acquired The Vet, registered as Quality Pet Care Ltd. The purchase of all eight The Vet-branded surgeries makes The By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Start-up invests £600k in machinery to print 3D parts A North Yorkshire start-up technology firm has invested £600,000 in state-of-the-art machinery to offer businesses across the UK pioneering 3D printing solutions. Wetherby-based All 3D Labs has invested in an HP Multi Jet Fusion 5200 3D printer and become the first service provider within the UK to purchase the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New managing director and operations director take the helm at Expect Distribution Market leading logistics company Expect Distribution is now being led by new managing director Matthew Kilner (main picture) and operations director Andy Taylor (pictured below). This follows the completion of their management buyout of the £40 million turnover business earlier this year. Monday 4 July marks the official operational take By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Yorkshire site manager on award winning streak Yorkshire based Harron Homes is celebrating 26 year-old Zak Green who has been recognised by the National House Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job awards for his work as site manager on The Hawthornes development in Carlton. The NHBC is the UK’s leading home warranty and insurance provider By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Sheffield creative agency pioneers groundbreaking storytelling experience A multi award-winning Sheffield creative agency is transforming the way in which we can interact with our surroundings after becoming one of the first companies in the region to secure funding through the South Yorkshire Digital Innovation Grant scheme. Diva Creative, based at The Workstation, drew on inspiration from the By The Editor • 3 min read
