New funding from the Department for Transport (DfT) will support the development and production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at a facility in Stanlow, Cheshire. Essar and NorthPointe Energy – who are both developing plans for SAF production facilities at Stanlow in the North West – were … [Read more...]
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August railway closure to enable £23 million investment between Stoke and Stockport
With the railway through Stockport set to close for three weeks in August to allow the Greek Street Bridge to be replaced, Network Rail is outlining the benefits for passengers of other work that can take place along the route while the line is closed. The £20 million demolition and replacement … [Read more...]
C&C expands commercial team
Stockport-headquartered C&C Insurance Brokers has announed the appointment of Kimberley Livell Smith, who joins the firm as a Senior Account Executive in the Commercial Team. Previously at Grosvenor Insurance Brokers for almost seven years and with over 14 years in the sector, Kimberley … [Read more...]
Stockport County plans roof for Edgeley Park Railway End
Stockport County Football Club has applied for planning permission to construct a temporary roof over the Railway End Stand at its Edgeley Park stadium. Proposals seek to ensure the Club is compliant with English Football League (EFL) requirements that at least 20% of its away seating allocation … [Read more...]
New play area opens in South Manchester park following Together donation
Wythenshawe Park has opened the doors to a new all-ability play area, following a donation of £150,000 from Cheadle-based lender Together via We Love Manchester. The new play area has been designed as an inclusive space where all children and young people can gather and have fun. It will feature … [Read more...]
UK Export Finance delivers record support for businesses
UK Export Finance provided a record £14.5 billion in new financing in 2024-25, supporting over 650 UK companies to grow by selling overseas. The export credit agency, working alongside the Department for Business and Trade, provided the highest level of support in its 106-year history in 2024-25 … [Read more...]
Underbanks transformation unlocks new opportunities for independent businesses
The transformation of Stockport's Underbanks into one of Greater Manchester’s most vibrant independent quarters has continued with a raft of new openings, restorations and residential developments. The area – once dubbed “Stockport’s Soho”– has seen £7million of investment through Stockport … [Read more...]
Future makes it beautiful with a new brand positioning and website
Stockport-based brand and website agency Future has taken its own advice, unveiling a refreshed brand positioning and a new website that reflect its mission: to make the future beautiful for clients and communities alike. Founded in 2006 by Nick Yates, Future has earned a reputation for … [Read more...]
Lidl appeals Cheadle Heath store refusal
Discount supermarket chain, Lidl, has launched an appeal after Stockport Council refused planning permission for a new store in Cheadle Heath, Place North West has reported. The retailer's plans for a new store on the site of Cheadle Heath Works on Stockport Road were knocked back by councillors … [Read more...]
Manchester Digital Strategy launches report into regional start-up landscape
A new report, with expert-led recommendations, has been launched by Manchester Digital Strategy, in order to lay the right foundations for a stronger, more equitable and thriving start-up ecosystem for the region. There are more than 10,000 digital and tech businesses in Greater Manchester and … [Read more...]
Businesses in the North West lack AI understanding, finds British Business Bank
Only 27% of businesses in the North West said they have a basic understanding of generative AI, finds new research conducted for the British Business Bank. Research, conducted by YouGov on behalf of the Start Up Loans programme, revealed less than half (46%) of UK small businesses use AI at work. … [Read more...]
Bee Network hits 10 million contactless bus journeys
Four months on from the launch of 'tap and go' ticketing on Bee Network buses, more than 10 million journeys across Greater Manchester have been made using contactless payment. Since its launch on 24 March, more than 1.1 million individual customers have used contactless tap and go on buses, with … [Read more...]
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