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BCRS Business Loans appoints Rachel Davies as new head of credit
Business loans provider BCRS Business Loans has announced the appointment of Rachel Davies as head of credit.

Viohalco celebrates 25 years of Bridgnorth Aluminium ownership with completion of £180m investment drive
One of Bridgnorth’s largest employers has completed its latest capital equipment installation to take total investment in its Stourbridge Road factory to £180m.

Guhring apprentice named ‘Outstanding Learner of the Year’ at the 15th In-Comm Training Awards
Overcoming language barriers, inspiring the next generation of industry professionals and introducing several major improvement activities has helped a Birmingham apprentice take the main title…

Traditional Walsall Pizzeria to Expand Catering Capacity with Grant Funding
A Walsall-based Neapolitan pizzeria is set to expand its catering capacity and increase output for large scale events after securing a £5,000 grant from Walsall…

Farmers Gain Latest Industry Insights At Popular Bradford Estates-Hosted Arable Event
Farmers had the chance to learn about the latest developments in agriculture and the opportunity to see new farm machinery in action at a free…

Saxophones in the City: Budding Birmingham talent to perform with star saxophonist
Amateur musicians of all ages will get the chance to rehearse and perform with award-winning saxophonist and CBSO Collaborative Artist Jess Gillam as part of ‘CBSO…

PP Control & Automation calls for a more practical approach to AI adoption in manufacturing
Manufacturers should start their ‘AI journey’ by exploring what constraints it can help them overcome – and not simply fall into the trap of joining…

Thinventory leads way in tackling smart meter battery challenge
Global provider of field service inventory solutions Thinventory is leading the way in tackling the challenge of replacing smart meter batteries.

Fast-growing Leicestershire 4PL acquired by new technology-led logistics group
A fast-growing Leicestershire 4PL transport operator is targeting growth at home and overseas after being acquired by a new technology-led logistics group.

Grape Tree delivers £100,000 staff bonus payment as move to an Employee Ownership Trust pays off
More than 900 staff at the UK’s leading organic food retailer have shared a £100,000 bonus – just a few months after it completed the…

Walsall Health Clinic to Enhance Treatment Space with £3,000 Grant
A Walsall-based holistic health clinic is set to improve its facilities and online services after securing a £3,000 grant from Walsall Business Support.

Solihull dance studio salsas to success following five-figure business loan boost
A family-run dance studio owned by former UK professional dance champions has transformed its operations and grown its customer base since securing a £50,000 funding…

Garden Open Day aims to cultivate funds to protect Albrighton’s green belt
A quintessential English country garden – nestled in the heart of Boningale in Shropshire – is hosting a special open day this weekend to raise…

Grainger & Worrall’s diversification strategy pays off with £30m push into aerospace, defence and energy
Securing more than £30m of new orders in defence, energy and aerospace is helping one of Bridgnorth’s largest employers bounce back from a tough trading…

‘We’re still open for business’ – Lesters Arms owner urges people to back the pub to help it overcome the Brewood bridge closure
A Staffordshire entrepreneur, who invested more than £1m into bringing a derelict pub back to life, is urging people to back local businesses struggling with…

Wolverhampton broadcaster to share career journey at Black Country Diners Club event
A Wolverhampton-born broadcaster will share her insights on managing pressure and building confidence when business loan provider BCRS Business Loans holds its popular Black Country…

‘People first’ approach sees S&R Construction take Large Employer title at ‘Best Places to Work Awards’
A Kingswinford-based firm’s drive to change the face of the construction sector ‘by putting people first’ has claimed a major regional honour.

UKSE West Midlands team to cycle 100km for CALM charity
The UKSE West Midlands team are set to take on a 100km cycle challenge to raise vital funds for suicide prevention charity CALM.

New campaign launched to create more female role models in engineering and manufacturing
“We don’t want to be seen as the exception, we want to be seen as the rule,” is the clear message coming from women in…

Maintenance Specialist Enjoys Rapid Growth On Back Of ART Business Loans Funding
A Birmingham commercial maintenance specialist has rapidly grown its staffing levels and turnover having accessed funding for growth from finance provider ART Business Loans.

‘Welly Walk’ to give Worcestershire home buyers access to new Upton upon Severn development
Home hunters in Worcestershire are being encouraged to get an early ‘sneak peek’ of a new development that has a focus on outdoor lifestyle, green…

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…

Frederick Cooper hails impact of £400,000 Learning Academy as potential blueprint for easing the ‘NEET’ issue
A Birmingham manufacturer is urging more companies to follow its lead to ensure we avoid a ‘lost generation’ of talent.

New ‘ecosystem offer’ boxes off record year for Lesters
A string of new contracts for clients in automotive, 3pl and e-commerce has helped a large packaging specialist record the busiest twelve months in its…