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Infographic: Leadership Skills Have your leadership team got the necessary behaviours for performance, success and fulfilment? 10 key competencies of leadership As leaders, we have to cover many different aspects in our roles. The infographic below identifies 10 key...

Why should companies make the move to electric cars? The UK’s net-zero carbon strategy is rightly focusing minds in a way we’ve never witnessed before and this is showing through increased demand for electric battery company cars. Pure-electric cars currently share...

RIBA CPD Report: The changing landscape of CPD Earlier this year, we surveyed hundreds of architects about how they prefer to undertake CPD, their opinion of RIBA-approved CPD and what they want to see from CPD providers in the future. The results have now been...

Welcome to our June newsletter! It's certainly been a busy June! We have exhibited at some fantastic events, started a number of new client projects and delivered workshops with partner organisations such as Edge Innovation and the Tees Valley Business Challenge. We...

Headline sponsor In partnership with Energy a Balanced Future Networking Event Delivering for a net zero future Date: Thursday 14th July 2022 Time: 9.00 - 14.30 Venue: Hilton, Hull, HU2 8NH Book your place today Our next Energy a Balanced Future (EBF) Networking event...

  Fintech risks rise among deteriorating investor sentiment Fintech companies will need a clear and compelling business strategy to attract the funding they need to succeed. Read more War exclusions in cyber policies – an insurance litigator’s perspective War...

The Gestamp Training and Wellbeing Academy, based at Aycliffe Business Park (Newton Aycliffe) has seen external demand for its specialist welding training increase by 200 per cent in the first quarter of 2022, compared with figures for the whole of 2021. Situated...

Businesses that generate income that is exempt from VAT (those in the financial, insurance, healthcare, property sectors, to name a few) or have activities that are classified as being non-business (provided for free) are required to perform VAT partial exemption and...

An experienced Tyneside engineer is taking on the next stage of his entrepreneurial journey with the help of a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund, Supported by The European Regional Development Fund.   Mark Ranft set up Select Works to...

Signpost: Fully funded courses from Tribero partner Optimum Skills   We would like to signpost you to some fully funded, blended-learning opportunities available from our trusted partner, Optimum Skills Ltd, for those who are over 19 years old. These short...

Andy Hall, who hails from Middlesbrough, has joined The Expanded Metal Company to lead on manufacturing operations in the ExMesh™ division and he will be spearheading a continuous improvement programme. The Expanded Metal Company’s ExMesh™ range offers innovative...

Book Now Meet with a wide range of exhibitors who can help your business become more energy efficient, reduce costs and have a sustainable future. About this event Business Durham offers you this unique opportunity to meet with a wide range of exhibitors who will be...

We discuss the reasons why you might want to change your contract terms or agree to a change suggested by the other party and then consider the ways a contract can be varied.   When might you consider varying a contract?   Changing circumstances can mean the parties...

Do you know a company that has created patented inventions in the UK? If so, they will be eligible for a lower effective corporation tax rate of 10% - rather than the standard 19% - on their relevant profits. The Patent Box tax relief is the Government's way of...

  HMRC Targeting Supply Chain VAT Fraud Company directors who either commit VAT fraud or fail to demonstrate procedures to prevent VAT fraud in the supply chain are being targeted by HMRC with a trader monitoring campaign shaped by The Kittel Principle, which...

High Performing Teams and TRUST The 6 Key Characteristics of Successful Teams Why some teams come together to perform well, and some don't. What is the secret to high performing teams? This is the question most teams and organisations ask themselves on an ongoing...

Webinar: Third Party Certification Explained Certification gives manufacturers an advantage in a competitive sector as certified products provide reassurance to specifiers that any performance claims have been independently verified. In this webinar, NBS’ Head of...

The Expanded Metal Company has launched a new range of home improvement products, in a move that will see it enter the DIY market and strengthen its offering to homeowners, smaller-scale builders and interior designers. The Hartlepool-based firm – which is a pioneer...

B2B marketing company Horizon Works has further embedded its presence in the energy sector, thanks to a new sponsorship agreement. Horizon Works, which is based at Quorum Business Park in Newcastle, has announced that it has become a corporate sponsor of NOF, the UK...

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A County Durham injection moulding firm has renewed its longstanding relationship with the North East’s most active business investor as part of its plans to double its turnover by the end of next year. Formula Plastics has worked with NEL Fund Managers to bring in a...

Register Keep up to date with changes in employment law including key legislative and case law developments and practical guidance with the second of our quarterly online updates from members of our employment team. This session will last no longer than 60 minutes and...

The impact of inflation on North East SME’s, with guest speaker Mauricio Armellini from the Bank of England. About this event The rising cost of living in the UK is now squeezing small and medium-sized businesses, with many feeling the impact of higher energy prices...

Just over two years since Stadler and Nexus signed the contract for 46 new trains for Tyne and Wear Metro, the manufacturing process is well under way and the process to build bogies — structures with wheels attached that carry the bodyshells — will soon begin in...

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/anglo-scottish-ev-readiness-webinar-tickets-327958902907 Get your business EV ready Anglo Scottish Asset Finance would like to invite you to join them and their partner Diode Energy, on a webinar on Wednesday 11th May at 12:00, to...

As part of the Tees Valley Business Challenge, we will be holding a free to attend large-scale supply chain event on May 4th 2022 at Middlesbrough Football Club (summary info below). We are anticipating over 250 SME visitors on the day and we would delighted if you...

A North East marketing training academy is aiming to expand its global reach with the help of a five-figure investment from the North East Small Loan Fund Supported by The European Regional Development Fund. Fabric Academy creates and delivers webinars and courses for...

A specialist North East ‘software as a service’ firm is programming its own ambitious expansion plans after securing a six-figure investment from the North East Growth Capital Fund Supported By The European Regional Development Fund. Mesma offers a comprehensive...

In this weeks newsletter we celebrate our impact on a report which led to a change in UK legislation - 0% VAT on energy saving materials. We also share some of our latest insights and blogs including succession planning and the importance of cashflow modelling. We are...

A new code for a new era The Code for Construction Product information was created to help manufacturers improve the standard of their product data and how they present the data to specifiers, therefore prioritising building safety.  Download our whitepaper to learn...

Paragon has acquired a new CNC lathe to help meet demand for precision machined components from its oil and gas, automotive and industrial customers. Paragon CNC Technologies, a division of Darlington-based Paragon Rapid Technologies Ltd. and a diversified...

Tech firm Excelpoint has won the North East Business and Product Innovation Award in the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Celebrating Small Business Awards. Ian Brown, CEO of Excelpoint, received the award at a prestigious event held at the Newcastle Gateshead...

Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered his Spring Statement today in the House of Commons, against a backdrop of rising fuel, energy and food costs. His challenge was laid bare as prices rose by 6.2% in the 12 months to February - the fastest for 30 years. The Spring...

The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 is the most crucial piece of legislation governing the commercial property market - but how much do we understand it? In our first Commercial Property Management - Back to Basics session, commercial property specialists Charlotte...

https://manufacturers.thenbs.com/events/building-fabric-manufacturers-how-to-get-specified Are you a building fabric manufacturer looking for new ways to generate leads and win orders? Have you considered the specification route? With thousands of building fabric...

North East based tech firm Excelpoint is shortlisted in the Business Product and Innovation Award category in the North East Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Celebrating Small Business Awards. As a non-profit organisation, the FSB offers its members a wide range...

Smart Manufacturing Solutions, SMS Ltd, started with just three people when it launched in November 2020, when the country was in the thick of the global coronavirus pandemic. Today, it employs a team of 10 office staff, who are based from its headquarters at Byron...

In this weeks newsletter we are looking at all things tax year end. What should you be planning for ahead of the April deadline? Read on to find out more. We are always here to help and support so please do not hesitate to get in touch. Considerations - Tax Year End...

New Account Manager Appointed at North East Outsourcing Company Daniel Pinkney has been announced as the new Account Manager in Hudson Outsourcing’s plans for expansion. His role will include maintaining a clear line of communication between Hudson and their clients....

Durham-Based Consultancy Launch Procurement Division As Hudson Outsourcing’s plans for growth and expansion continue, the Company appoints a Procurement Director to lead their latest division. Daniel Gibson will be heading Hudson’s new division, Hudson Procure. He has...

Are you an SME employer looking to upskill your team and grow your business? The Skills for Growth Programme is a joint initiative from Teesside University International Business School and Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) to identify business’s skills gaps and...

Join EMN and Horizon Works to learn how to make improvements and drive your marketing strategy forward. About this event As you launch into 2022…Are your marketing essentials in place? Do you have a focussed marketing strategy? Are you maximising on marketing trends...

Horizon Works bolsters marketing team with new digital marketing executive   North East-based B2B marketing agency Horizon Works has appointed a new staff member to support its creative, PR and digital offering. Holly Farr has joined the company as a digital marketing...

Marketing Masterclass for Manufacturers - Marketing Strategy for 2022 With 2022 nearly upon us, it's time for marketers to start planning for the year ahead. Robin Cordy, Marketing Director at NBS, hosts our final 'Marketing Masterclass for Manufacturers' of 2021 with...

Join the Engineering and Manufacturing Network and Excelpoint for a morning of networking and hear from Ian Brown, Managing Director of North East tech firm Excelpoint about the role of technology in automating business processes in the manufacturing and engineering...

As part of Trifast plc, TR Fastenings has been reporting their environmental initiatives and statistics for some years. We are proud to have been recognised by EcoVadis in gaining global business sustainability ratings. EcoVadis are involved in more than 200...

The first phase of the £70m project to rebuild Gosforth Metro depot has been completed, paving the way for the further demolition work on the site, and the construction of a state-of-the-art facility to house the new Metro train fleet. The opening phase of the project...

North East based tech firm Excelpoint has announced a restructure across its operations designed to enable further growth and align its structure around customer-centric policies to deliver the best customer experience for users of its no-code technology. The new...