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West Midlands programme to boost young people’s skills in frontier technologies
Young people aged 11–18 across the West Midlands will gain earlier exposure to frontier technologies including Advanced Connectivity Technologies (ACT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cyber Security,…

Panel event puts Birmingham’s office boom under the spotlight
Scale, skills and accessibility are three key factors driving more businesses back to Birmingham city centre offices – one of the many insights presented at…

New jobs for Lesters Logistics as it enjoys ‘3PL’ boost across medical, healthcare and construction
One of the UK’s leading full-service third-party logistics (3PL) providers is on a recruitment drive after increasing its presence in the medical, healthcare and construction…

Global hygiene business Essity collaborates with supply chain experts IPP to introduce display pallet in Lidl
Leading global hygiene business Essity has collaborated with European supply chain experts IPP to introduce a display pallet to support increasing demand from Lidl.

Solus doubles footfall at its new Birmingham HQ showroom
A 110-strong display ‘slab wall’ has become the major attraction of Solus Ceramics’ new showroom transformation at its headquarters in Tyseley.

Birmingham’s Orchestra knows exactly who it’s for
Emma Stenning, Chief Executive, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) writes: There was really only ever one piece that could mark this orchestra’s connection to one…

Lord Combustion Services supports launch of innovative heat pump training centre
A state-of-the-art heat pump training centre which will develop essential skills in renewable heating technology has opened with support from sustainability experts Lord Combustion Services.

Housebuilder strengthens West Midlands team with new addition
A housebuilder has strengthened its growing team in the West Midlands with the addition of a new land and planning manager.

Blueprint for global success as 3D printing entrepreneur secures a UK first by securing two King’s Awards
A young Warwickshire entrepreneur has gone from replacing his mom’s dishwasher with a homemade 3D printer to becoming arguably the youngest ever recipient of two…

The CBSO announces new 2026-27 season
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) today announces its 2026–27 Season: a year of artistic ambition, civic pride and musical breadth under Music Director…

Swizzels and IPP celebrate sweet success with contract renewal
Leading European pallet pooler IPP has renewed its contract with iconic confectionery brand Swizzels Matlow, marking a partnership spanning nearly two decades.

Thinventory’s innovative electric fleet solution recognised with Gold at Green World Awards
Global provider of field service inventory solutions Thinventory has achieved international recognition by being awarded Gold at the Green World Environment Awards in recognition of…

Aurrigo announces major expansion with new advanced manufacturing and engineering hub
A leading international provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms has announced the opening of its new UK Hub facility, marking…

Technology award seals hat-trick of titles in just three months for Aurrigo International
A global provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotic platforms has sealed a hat-trick of award wins in the first three months…

Thinventory announces CEO appointment as leadership team evolves
Thinventory has announced changes to its senior leadership team as the business strengthens its leadership structure to support continued growth.

No Carpentry Experience Required: Kitchen Makeovers Welcomes Four New Franchisees From Diverse Backgrounds
Home improvement franchise Kitchen Makeovers is continuing its nationwide growth with the launch of four new franchisees across England – demonstrating that industry experience is…

Opus International Products flying high after defence and medical ‘diversification’ wins
A new diversification strategy is paying off for a Warwickshire-based manufacturer of precision-engineered components.

West Midlands SMEs positioned for global growth after ‘Breaking into Defence’ event
More than 60 ambitious companies from the West Midlands gathered recently for a special event designed to accelerate SME participation in international defence markets and…

IPP partnership helps Flamingo flower in time for Mother’s Day
A fresh flowers business is blooming in time for Mother’s Day thanks to a supply chain partnership which helps it cope with a 100 per…

Aurrigo International signs landmark £6.28m contract with Ultra Global to build 25 autonomous vehicles
Aurrigo International plc has signed the largest vehicle manufacturing order in its history to manufacture an initial 25-strong fleet of autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) for…

Aurrigo granted licence to provide ground handling services at East Midlands Airport
Aurrigo International plc, a leading international provider of autonomy software, fully autonomous vehicles and mobile robotics platforms, has been awarded a licence for the provision…

Self-employed and landlords urged to prepare for long-awaited Making Tax Digital rule change
The self-employed and landlords are being urged to prepare for the long-awaited Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) rule change, which marks…

Aviation expert named Ambassador of the Year for putting the West Midlands on the global map
A trailblazer in autonomous innovation in the aviation sector has been named Ambassador of the Year at a major awards evening.

West Midlands accountant celebrates 25 years at firm he joined straight from university
A director at a leading West Midlands accountancy practice is celebrating a quarter of a century at the firm he joined straight from university.