Although Cumbria is one of England’s largest counties, when it comes to investment from central government, it is often overlooked. Mark Telford, the managing director of an innovative engineering firm which operates around the world, says despite the Government’s promise of ‘levelling up’, businesses in the county have been largely ignored. Engineering firm Forth, which has bases throughout Cumbria, has been providing bespoke and groundbreaking solutions to complex industry problems since it was founded in 2000. However, Mark said the company and fellow engineering and manufacturing firms on the doorstep had the potential to further change the face of industry…
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The demand for reliable, heavy-duty braided hoses is high. Braided hose is a crucial component in many automotive, marine and aircraft applications. Ever since ancient people discovered that you could use hollow reeds for drinking, people have been expanding the uses for hoses. Once the inventors of yesterday realised that gravity could serve equally well as the source of liquid propulsion, it led to the creation of public ducts, water mains and sewers. The human body was the likely source of some of the inspiration for the hoses used in machinery. It wasn’t lost on people that veins and arteries…
Modern retailers face many challenges. Especially those that rely on passersby coming into their store to buy. Even if they also have an online store, business owners still need to sell enough products to cover the cost of running their physical outlets. They need ways to boost their sales to achieve this and make their business as a whole more profitable. Catching the eye of as many people as possible and tempting them in to browse and hopefully buy is the first step in the process of achieving that. Tap into the power of digital sandwich boards One of the…
The latest data released by FinLoop shows that residential real estate assets continued to dominate the European Debt Market in the first quarter of 2022, which also saw an increase in activity in the office and retail sectors compared to Q4 2021. An analysis by the European Fintech Company of the Year reveals that over 48% of the €1.4 billion lending requests and agreements submitted via the platform over the first three months of 2022 were for residential properties and projects, including student and senior living accommodation. “When you add the loans requested for hotels to the data on residential,…
In the 2020/2021 financial year the value of the managed real estate market carried on its trend of growth, reaching $10.5 trillion, despite the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic; this is more than 1.5x the size a decade ago. The reassuring resurgence of this market in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be attracting plenty of new entrants searching for lucrative returns on their investments. Many will be unfamiliar with the best practices for engaging with this market. For instance, in order to deal with the unique risks of the real estate market, one popular precaution is…
Whether you’re starting out in property development or looking to expand into new types of projects, you’ll need a good understanding of the different types of development you could pursue. Brownfield Site Development A brownfield site is land previously used for industrial purposes but is now neglected. This type of land is usually located in urban areas, which means it has lots of potential for residential housing developments due to the local amenities. Brownfield sites have become increasingly popular with developers in recent years, and in October 2021, the government announced a £57.8 million allocation of funding…
Yorkshire-based 360 Chartered Accountants has appointed a new Personal Tax Manager. Dan Collings joined the award-winning firm two and a half years ago. Sophie Holmes, 360’s Client Services Director, said that his promotion is testament to the hard work and dedication he shown. “Dan continues to be a huge asset to 360 and we couldn’t be more delighted to reward his contribution to the business with this promotion. Since he joined us, he has focused on his professional development and has developed an enviable client portfolio. “It’s a difficult time for businesses right now and we have every confidence that…
Most people have heard of Etsy; it’s the go-to marketplace for unique gift ideas, vintage furniture and handmade crafts. But for entrepreneurs looking for a marketplace for their products, Etsy is a treasure trove of opportunity. Etsy is an online marketplace where people can buy and sell handmade, vintage and unique items. It’s become one of the most popular platforms for creative entrepreneurs. Etsy started back in 2005 as a platform for creatives to sell handmade wares, but it has grown massively over the last 17 years. Etsy stocks soared last year, and it is now a multi-billion dollar company. …
A cryptocurrency scam is an online fraud that can take many different forms. They target many different types of cryptocurrency and investors who may not know much about investing. Cryptocurrency scams are becoming more and more common as the popularity of Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies continues to grow. With every new currency introduced to the market, another scam is already being hatched to take advantage of it. Various cryptocurrency scams already exist, including social engineering, romance, imposter and giveaway, phishing, blackmail and extortion. And now, new crypto-based opportunities (ICOs and NFTs), DeFi rug pulls, and cloud mining scams have…
Business mentor and angel investor Mark Lyttleton has invested in and supported many early stage businesses that aim to have a positive planetary impact, including Maanch, C-Cell, OHM Energie, Clim8 and Skoot. This article will explore what it means to be an angel investor, identifying the different types of support they offer to fledgling businesses. To be successful, angel investors need a comprehensive collection of competencies and qualities, and a fair degree of luck as well. They may even need to get involved with the businesses they invest in. Not every founder requires hand-holding, but some businesses will need more…
