News Topic
Derby Business News
£1m boost as Carfulan hails best ever MACH appearance
One of the UK’s leading providers of advanced manufacturing solutions has hailed its best ever MACH after securing nearly £1m of new orders.
Following In His Father’s Footsteps: Rob Hobbs Takes Over More Than Loft Ladders Territory
Stepping into a role shaped by family – but making it his own – Rob Hobbs has been working his way up the ladder and…
A Derbyshire school has room to grow with new outdoor classroom
A Derbyshire school has thanked its local community after a successful fundraising effort saw residents dig deep to help bring outdoor learning to life.
Bute3® Boost: Product Innovation is Winning for Housebuilders
Russell Roof Tiles has spent years refining its innovative approach to concrete roofing, but the launch of the Bute3® tile has reinforced its position at…
Behaviour-change agency produces fire safety film rooted in psychology of anticipated regret
A Derby creative communications agency says it is a step closer to achieving its aim of harnessing behavioural science right throughout the creative process after…
New King’s Award for young entrepreneurs hailed as an “exciting opportunity for youth”
The chair of Derbyshire’s King’s Award for Enterprise panel has welcomed a new category recognising up-and-coming entrepreneurs – and has urged the region’s young talent…
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.
Gladiators star opens new residential block at Royal School for the Deaf in Derby
A star of the hit BBC series Gladiators has officially opened a newly renovated residential block at the Royal School for the Deaf Derby (RSDD)…
DSP Interiors delivers growth with new and returning clients
Derby-based design and build specialist DSP (Interiors) has kicked off the new financial year by announcing a series of successful projects and new commissions.
Derby pupils bring history to life on Berlin Trip
Pupils from a Derby secondary school took their studies beyond textbooks, discovering Berlin’s historic landmarks and the stories behind them.
Students score big with deaf sports initiative
Budding athletes from a Derby special school were inspired to tackle new challenges and raise their game when a national deaf sports organisation visited.
MPs praise Derby special school as it celebrates third consecutive outstanding Ofsted
A Derby special school has been praised by both of the city’s MPs after securing its third consecutive Outstanding Ofsted report, which described the setting…
Books take centre stage at Bemrose School
A Derby school library is starting a new chapter as it extends its offering and welcomes families to inspire a love of reading.
Derby businessman Dan Miller finishes third on The Apprentice
Derbyshire entrepreneur Dan Miller has left The Apprentice in third place after deciding not to give up 50% of his existing business – but says…
Prized ‘Private Derby’ ram mascot joins solemn ceremony at Acres Engineering on one of first official duties as companies pledge support for Armed Forces
A highly prized ram regimental Army mascot helped an award-winning Derbyshire manufacturing firm commemorate a solemn ceremony on one of his first official duties.
Record Year for Solar Installations, Says Project Solar UK, as Global Instability Drives Homeowners to Take Control of Bills
Growing uncertainty around global conflict and fuel supplies is pushing increasing numbers of British homeowners to generate their own energy, according to analysis from nationwide…
Chesterfield digital marketing agency start-up supports over 150 businesses since launch
David and Abbie Coslett, Co-Founders of Hello Social Avenue, have hired a full-time team for their social-first digital marketing agency after a period of significant…
Long Service Team Member Reflects on Immense Growth of Burton Firm Over Last Two Decades
After overseeing the production of more than 400 million roof tiles and witnessing significant production plant changes, a works manager has today been recognised for…
Careers event opens doors for Bemrose pupils
Pupils at a Derby school were given a taste of the working world as some of the city’s most inspiring leaders dropped in for a…
Derby pupils take hands-on approach to teaching BSL
PUPILS at a Derby special school have taken part in a hands-on tour of the city in support of Sign Language Week, which this year…
Derby design director wins major leadership award for mentoring skills
A Derby-based design director who stepped up to help lead a long-established interiors business following the sudden death of its managing director has won a…
East Midlands Academy Trust Celebrates 320 Years of Education with Archway Together
An East Midlands Academy Trust has marked 320 years of educating children in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, bringing together hundreds of pupils under one roof for…
Curiosity takes flight at Derby School for British Science Week
Youngsters at a Derby special school blasted off from their normal timetable when they worked out what it takes to launch a rocket as part…
Investment in £1/2m in uPVC Manufacturing as Firm Urges Greater Focus on Accessories & Dry Fix
Leading UK roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has invested more than £500,000 over the past five years in its dedicated uPVC accessories manufacturing facility,…