SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT SEALED WITH DONCASTER CHAMBER
SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT SEALED WITH DONCASTER CHAMBER The team at Carlton Forest Group has been active supporters of Doncaster Chamber, indeed, our CEO Mark Pepper is on the Board of Directors. As the annual Business awards ceremony comes ever closer, we have agreed a sponsorship agreement for the category of Excellence in Customer Service – something which we take immense pride in at Carlton Forest. Graham White, Group Commercial Director, Carlton Forest Group commented; “These awards are one of the
IPM Group Launch Training Centre
At IPM Group, our main objective is to ensure your business can operate safely and risk-free. Due to our extensive experience, we now offer first aid training courses out of our IPM Group Training Academy. With decades of experience within the facilities management and health and safety industry, we offer our expertise in the form of a comprehensive training programme for business owners and individual members of staff alike. Providing first aid training helps you to ensure that your employees know how
Doncaster’s Rail Service Challenges
Sheffield City Region LEP have been working closely with Doncaster Council, Sheffield City Region Mayoral Combined Authority and the East Coast Main Line Authorities Board [representing councils up and down the whole London to Edinburgh railway - and beyond] to respond to a proposed new timetable from May 2022 for Doncaster's rail services. Transport is a facilitator. A facilitator of what you say? Of long-term improvements in skills, productivity and innovation. Of better health and wellbeing
Whyy? Change nominated as Provider of the Year at SCR Apprenticeship Awards
A win could be on the cards for Sheffield-based training provider and business consultancy, Whyy? Change, at this year's SCR Apprenticeship Awards. The annual ceremony, to be held in Doncaster on 23rd September, will recognise and reward both the apprentices, their employers and training providers from across the Sheffield City Region. The Whyy? Change team, who offer a range of professional apprenticeships, are finalists in the Training Provider/Programme of the Year award category.Ray Byrne, Whyy?
Christmas Stars to return at local hospitals
A variety of stars, of all shapes and sizes are now available to sponsor in time for the festive period. The illuminations will be safely secured to the buildings which make up local hospitals within the area, each bearing a special message from their respective sponsor. At night, they will begin to shine, the filling the immediate area with seasonal starlight. Last year over 60 local businesses, organisations and families got involved, each donating anywhere from £300 to £1,500 to sponsor a star, and in
Could you join our Board of Trustees?
Are you passionate about animal welfare? Do you have expertise in Finance, Marketing, HR, Income Generation or Project Management? We are currently looking for candidates to further strengthen our board of trustees. A little bit about us We are a local branch of the RSPCA and are a separately registered charity to the National RSPCA. Our branch works to rehabilitate and rehome animals in need, often brought into the branch by Inspectors from the National RSPCA. We are responsible for raising in excess of
BCC Forecast: business investment set to be left behind in record economic recovery
UK business investment is expected to decline this year despite the prospect of record economic growth, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast. The leading business group predicts UK GDP growth for 2021 of 7.1%, which, if realised, would be the strongest outturn since official records began in 1949.1 Following robust GDP growth in the second quarter, the UK's economic recovery is projected to slow into the autumn as staff shortages and supply chain disruption partly
Charity of the year nominations open - helping you to make your mark!
MAKE YOUR MARK UK is a training, coaching and consultancy aiming to help businesses and charities to be better. MAKE YOUR MARK UK are inviting nominations from good causes based in the UK to be considered as their charitable cause for the year. Organisations do not have to be a registered charity but do have to be a voluntary or community group. If successful, support from MAKE YOUR MARK UK could include: a modest donation; promotion; pro bono support for a particular project or support with strategy
Brave the Shave
We supported Luke in his Brave the Shave for MacMillan Cancer. The shave took place 6 September at our offices and Luke has raised Over £350 with money still coming in. Even the hair is being recycled to the Little Princess Trust who make wigs for child cancer patients. Luke's page is still open if anyone would like to donate. <href>https://bravetheshave.macmillan.org.uk/shavers/luke-carrick</href>#charity #fundraising #cancer #donations
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Furniture store sets up home at Lakeside Village
Lakeside Furniture Direct are set to open a new store at Lakeside Village Outlet Shopping in Doncaster. Selling quality indoor and outdoor furniture, Lakeside Furniture Direct have had a presence at Lakeside Village for 19 years in the outside area near Next. Now, due to much demand, the owners have taken the plunge to create their own store at the centre. Di Rodgers, centre manager said: “We are extremely happy to welcome Andy and his team to their new unit at Lakeside Village. “We know how
ST LEGER FESTIVAL SET TO BOOST LOCAL ECONOMY
Doncaster Chamber welcomes the return today of the St Leger Festival, one of the most prestigious events in British horse racing.The festival is a vital and much needed boost for the local economy, generating around £15 million over the four day festival.Dan Fell, CEO of Doncaster Chamber, said: “The St Leger is incredibly important to Doncaster’s economy. Firstly, it is an iconic sporting event, which attracts thousands of visitors to the area each September.“The festival also generates a significant
New premises for Shalom Holistic
Shalom Holistic has now moved into our new premises in Rossington! We are now located in the Streatfield Office Space on the side of Rossington Miners Welfare Scheme, West End Lane, DN11 0DU We will continue to offer all of our lovely wellbeing treatments just now from a more conventient and local space. We would like to welcome you all to our Grand Opening on the 18th September 2021 from 12-2pm. There will be hot drinks and celebration cake, a ribbon cutting, tours of the new premises and special offers
Doncaster residents find work thanks to new Youth Employment Hub
A Youth Employment Hub introduced in the summer has already helped numerous young adults in Doncaster find work, access training opportunities and get self-employment advice.The Youth Hub project led by Doncaster Council’s Business Doncaster team and delivered with Doncaster Chamber and Jobcentre Plus (JCP) is helping 16-24 year-olds on Universal Credit come off benefits and into work.Since it launched in July, the essential support from specialist coaches has benefited 30 young adults. Twelve of them have
How much should you pay for an estate agent?
How much should you pay for an estate agent? How much do you charge? One way or another, I get asked that at every market appraisal I go to. Can’t think of one where that topic hasn’t been on the table. The answer? It depends. You might think that’s a typical estate agent answer and I’m being evasive and tricky with that answer. It is rather salesey, and I don’t like writing it. But it’s also the truth. It might help if we re-phrase that question for another product; hotels. How much does a
Doncaster HWRCs Essential Maintenance
During the last 18 months Doncaster’s six Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) have seen an unprecedented level of use, with more people recycling and using the sites than ever before. To improve the customer experience and carry out essential repairs, all of the sites will now undergo essential maintenance for a period of eight weeks starting from 13 September 2021. To minimise disruption for residents, only one site will be closed at any time whilst contractors, FCC Environment, undertake important
Tour de Yorkshire 2022 Update
Following lengthy discussions between race organisers, Welcome to Yorkshire and A.S.O. (Amaury Sport Organisation) over many months, it is with regret, that by mutual consent, the 2022 Tour de Yorkshire cycling race will not be going ahead. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, combined with escalating financial challenges and uncertainties have led to an agreed position that the event would be unviable in 2022. The annual Tour de Yorkshire (2015-2019) followed the success of the 2014 Tour de France’s
Legal expertise recognised in prestigious awards
John McQuater, partner and head of litigation at Atherton Godfrey has been nominated for a prestigious legal award, for the 3rd year running. The Yorkshire Legal Awards, now in their 21st year, recognise and celebrate the achievements of legal professionals throughout the Yorkshire region. John, nominated in the Partner of the Year category, has practiced law for over 35 years. He is a highly regarded solicitor and an accredited specialist in clinical negligence, fatal injuries and serious brain
Hallam honours those that embody university values of inclusion, innovation and health expertise
Leading women in business, engineering and sport, pioneers in sustainable design and public health experts addressing inequality are set to receive honorary doctorates from Sheffield Hallam University. Tokyo Olympic bronze medallist, Bryony Page, England women’s footballer Millie Bright and renowned broadcaster and advocate for women in sport, Jacqui Oatley, will all receive an award. They will be joined by Dr Carolyn Griffiths, the third female president of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
Trio of Chef’s head up a new Bawtry Team
The Crown Hotel in Bawtry, Robata Grill Restaurant, The Terrace, Café Express & Bawtry Hall are delighted to announce changes and a restructure to their kitchen teams, due to its recent food and beverage expansions. Caroline Rhodes will be taking on a different role and direction focusing on health and food safety management and procedures across all Crown hotel food outlets. Caroline will be handing over the Head Chef ‘baton’ to Jamie Manning who will head up food operations at the Robata Grill
POLAND: A MARKET YOU MIGHT JUST WANT TO DO BUSINESS IN
Over recent years, Poland has become one of the fastest growing economies among the countries based in Central Europe and promises further potential. As the UK's 14th largest trading partner Poland is also classed as the sixth largest economy in Europe, the biggest among the former Eastern bloc members, and is highly diverse with top exports of goods including machinery, electronic equipment, vehicles, furniture, and plastics. Poland has had around 30 years of continuous economic growth, and is regarded as
Doncaster Business Awards finalists announced
The finalists for this year’s Doncaster Business Awards have been revealed through an exciting social media campaign last Friday. The awards, hosted by Doncaster Chamber are the biggest of their kind in the region and celebrate the success of businesses across 13 different categories. Jade Dyer, Business Director at Doncaster Chamber, said: “With the challenges of the last 18 months, the need to recognise and celebrate our business community cannot be overemphasised. We received a pool of very high
South Yorkshire Mayor joins forces with South Yorkshire Community Foundation to launch a new Fund
Community groups in South Yorkshire are being encouraged to apply for funding of up to £10,000 from a new grants programme launched by South Yorkshire Community Foundation (SYCF), with a significant financial pledge from the South Yorkshire Mayor Dan Jarvis, to support health and wellbeing across the region. The new South Yorkshire Health & Wellbeing Mayoral Community Fund, with a funding pot totalling £200,000, will look to address key issues across South Yorkshire such as mental health and green social
ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXTENSION OF CE MARKING EASEMENT - BCC REACTION
William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, “The British Chambers of Commerce has led business calls for an extension of at least a year on the easement for CE markings on imported industrial goods, spare parts, and components. “Businesses will welcome this reprieve until 1 January 2023, which will protect supply chains and make a huge difference to consumers on the availability of items such as phones and laptops. “There is currently a lack of testing
Should you borrow to grow your business?
How to get the right business finance to grow your business. Running your own business for many is the route to financial independence and allows the ability to make positive decisions about your future. But knowing when to invest to take advantage of new business opportunities is not an easy decision to make.Reaching the point where your venture is sustainable and profitable is a milestone that every entrepreneur and business owner dreams about. It can take months or even years to achieve that, and then,
Embrace a new way of managing your energy bills
The past year has seen many big changes for businesses across Great Britain and around the world. While the impact of the pandemic is still being felt, business owners and managers have embraced the changes and adapted to new ways of working to protect their clients, their staff, their business and their bottom line. Anyone who manages a business knows the importance of embracing changes, both big and small. A small change like switching to a smart meter could make a big difference to your business.
Bunique Beauty moves to new premesis
Doncaster based beauty therapist Julia Ball has just moved into a new business premises on Cavendish Court. Bunique Beauty was first established by Julia in 2016, who specialises in a wide range of beauty services, specialising in eyelash and brow services, and semi permanent make up. Julia has over 10 years experience in the beauty industry, and has been working in Doncaster for the last several years, and has just taken out a brand new treatment room at Cavendish Court. Keep your eyes peeled for an
Sheffield's newest CIPD study centre is enrolling now
People from Sheffield and beyond can now hone and perfect their human resources, learning and development skills at Sheffield's latest Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) study centre, Whyy? Change in Chapeltown. The only independent training provider that delivers face to face CIPD qualifications in South Yorkshire. Human resource managers, officers, assistants and their learning and development colleagues can upskill with the new professional CIPD qualifications at Level Three and
Fitness fan Linda still a regular after three decades
Linda Hayes has an easy way to measure how long she has been keeping fit and active at The Dome. "I used to take my son in his pushchair – and he's 33 now!" she said. Linda, 67, has been a regular at the Doncaster Culture and Leisure Trust (DCLT) leisure centre since it opened its doors in 1989. She was part of a select group who performed aerobics for Diana, Princess of Wales, when she officially opened the venue. Since retiring, Linda uses her Choose Fitness membership six days a week, either
Pragma Sponsors Steelmaking Conference
Pragma and Associated Ltd is pleased to sponsor the Institute of Materials, Minerals, and Mining's European Electric Steelmaking Conference in Sheffield. Pragma will be present at the event in Sheffield 13-15 September 2021, and will be on hand to explain how companies involved in steelmaking and metalworking can reduce the health hazards faced by their staff. Find out more here: https://www.iom3.org/events-awards/12th-european-electric-steelmaking-conference.html
Finance For Enterprise accredited under Recovery Loan Scheme
Alternative business lending specialist Finance For Enterprise is set to help more businesses recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic after being accredited as a delivery partner for the Government-backed Recovery Loan Scheme. Launched by the British Business Bank in April 2021, the Recovery Loan Scheme supports access to finance for UK businesses as they recover and grow following the pandemic. As an accredited delivery partner under the Recovery Loan Scheme, Finance For Enterprise will
Hallam receives £600k funding to support global study and work opportunities
Sheffield Hallam University has been awarded more than £600,000 through the UK government’s new global exchange programme to support more students to take part in international study, work and volunteering opportunities. The Turing Scheme, named after mathematician Alan Turing, was launched following the UK’s withdrawal from the EU Erasmus+ programme and is aimed at encouraging students from all backgrounds to choose to study abroad. Sheffield Hallam was awarded £612,000 under the new scheme for the
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New governors join Sheffield Hallam University board
A former senior civil servant and the founder of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre are among seven new members appointed to Sheffield Hallam University’s Board of Governors. Gabrielle Berring is a former Director of Real Estate at Metro Bank PLC and former Head of Function at Lloyds Banking Group. Her most recent role was the Director of Loans at Homes England where she led a team of 65 in the Investment Directorate. Ian Hall has been Head of Membership at Advance HE since April 2016. As part
Revive Nutrition – Something exciting is cooking in the Revive Kitchen
Over the past few months, our professional chefs at Revive Nutrition have been honing their menu. With Revive Nutrition’s growing popularity, we have devised a more concise, flavoursome, and of course nutritional new menu. The new menu characterizes healthy alternatives from a variety of cuisines, originating from all over the globe. We have also created nutritious substitutes for a variety of the nation’s favourite takeaways and high street favourites, as we still fully stand behind the belief that,
Used vehicle shortage fuels surge for UK’s leading sustainable salvage company
SYNETIQ – the UK’s largest integrated salvage, dismantling and vehicle recycling company – has seen unprecedented demand through its online vehicle auction, leading to increased value of salvage vehicles. The business supplies a key niche of the used vehicle supply chain, operating an online salvage auction used by a worldwide customer base of over 30,000 bidders. SYNETIQ’s top three best-selling vehicles mirrored those in the SMMT’s Used Car Sales Report for Q2 2021, with the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Corsa
Doncaster colleagues take on Tough Mudder for Macmillan Cancer Support
Colleagues from Doncaster-based business, SYNETIQ, took on the Tough Mudder obstacle course over the weekend, raising over £3,000 in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. 27 colleagues from the vehicle dismantling and recyclers’ Doncaster site completed the 10 mile or 5k obstacle course at Broughton Hall, Skipton in aid of the charity. They embarked on the challenge as part of a business-wide fundraising campaign to support Macmillan Cancer Support. The team has so far raised more than £3,000 for
SYNETIQ drives industry-first apprenticeship scheme
A ‘first of its kind’ motor-recycling apprenticeship scheme has been launched by leading integrated vehicle salvage, dismantling and recycling business SYNETIQ. Opening its doors to new career opportunities in the vehicle recycling industry, SYNETIQ’s Metal Recycling Operative 12-month apprenticeship scheme starts in September with the business offering successful apprentices a job once qualified. Apprentices will take part in a mixture of on and off-the-job learning and will be equipped with their
Investors In Community Partners with The Sheffield College for The 500 Purpose Challenge.
The IIC 500 Purpose Challenge has been developed by Investors In Community (IIC) to give young people the opportunity to broaden and develop their skillsets. Through a series of events or development of a mini enterprise, students start to engage with mentors and businesses to formulate their challenge ideas. From there seed funding of £50 is provided by businesses registered on the IIC platform. The young people are then helped and guided through a planning phase to kick start and shape their ideas
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Local SEND students continue to benefit from the Unified Leaders project
Active Fusion’s Unified Leaders project continues to give SEND children the opportunity to participate and engage with sport, with Coppice School delighted with the results. The project, in association with BBC Children in Need and sponsored by Doncaster Business for the Community, aims to develop the essential life skills and health of children with SEND through physical activity. The students who have taken part in the project have experienced opportunities to enhance their leadership skills,
From cars to cans… SYNETIQ recovers enough aluminium to create 346 million drinks cans per year
Britain’s leading car salvage, dismantling and recycling company, SYNETIQ, has proved it is a canny operator when it comes to recycling aluminium from its vehicles. On average, SYNETIQ extracts more than 5200 tonnes of aluminium during the vehicle recycling process each year: enough to produce 346 million drinks cans. SYNETIQ then redistributes the aluminium back into the supply chain as part of its integrated, circular recycling model. The latest figures follow SYNETIQ’s announcement of “Our Road to
New production facility for Clean Power Hydrogen
Clean Power Hydrogen Group Ltd, the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, has signed an agreement to lease new premises. With ambitious plans to build up to 1GW per annum, Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) has signed an agreement to lease a 29,000 square feet state of the art building in Doncaster, UK. The company will be producing the MFE220 and MFE440 Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ at the new manufacturing facility. Jon Duffy, Chairman & CEO, said: “With growing interest in our
SYNETIQ shortlisted for two awards in the BusinessGreen Leaders Awards
SYNETIQ, the UK’s leading integrated vehicle salvage, dismantling and recycling company, has been shortlisted in two categories at this year’s annual BusinessGreen Leaders Awards. The national awards ceremony is a celebration of the best of the green economy, bringing together many inspiring businesses and individuals that are striving towards a sustainable, net zero emission landscape. Headquartered on Bentley Moor Lane in Adwick-le-Street, SYNETIQ is a thriving Doncaster business, having made the
Julia Goodman Joins Investors In Community Board
Julia Goodman, an actor, producer, director, and businesswomen has joined the Investors In Community Board of Directors. Julia is on the board of BAWE (British Association of Women Entrepreneurs), was on the development board of Dyslexia Action for 17 years, helping to bring it up-to-date, and co-founded the 500 Club as part of the Eve Appeal to raise awareness and money for ovarian cancer research. Throughout her career she has continuously raised money, volunteered, and helped charities promote themselves
SYNETIQ helps local ladies’ netball club get back on court
SYNETIQ, the UK’s leading integrated vehicle salvage, dismantling and recycling business, has sponsored the Doncaster Rebels Netball Club. Established in 2013, the club aims to inspire and empower women through netball, social and community projects. But, after a string of national lockdowns that prevented close-contact sports clubs from getting together, the future of the club looked uncertain. “For many club members before COVID, netball was a 4-day a week hobby. During the height of the
SYNETIQ joins the BVRLA as it continues its mission to lower emissions
SYNETIQ, Britain’s largest integrated salvage and dismantling company, has joined the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association, as it continues its mission for greener and more sustainable motoring in the UK. A trusted supplier to leading fleet operators as well as rental and lease companies, BVRLA membership furthers SYNETIQ’s plan to work collaboratively with policymakers, public sector agencies, regulators, and key stakeholders. Tom Rumboll, CEO of SYNETIQ, said: “The BVRLA is making great
Tee off for a round of crazy golf at Lakeside Village
Shoppers at Lakeside Village Outlet Shopping are enjoying a free round of crazy golf as they visit the Doncaster based centre. The popular 9-hole crazy golf has been reopened for the summer and has already attracted players of all ages. Di Rodgers, centre manager at Lakeside Village said: “We’ve loved seeing our customers swinging the clubs as they take on our crazy golf course. “We’ve welcomed customers of all ages to our crazy golf, we’ve seen families, children with their grandparents and
Clean Power Hydrogen rides the waves with AFCryo
Clean Power Hydrogen Group Ltd, the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, continues its market growth with an order from New Zealand company AFCryo. Clean Power Hydrogen Group Ltd (CPH2) has won the order for an MFE220 1MW Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, marking the third order the company has received recently, following the announcements that Octopus Hydrogen and NI Water have also placed orders with the innovative green tech company. AFCryo has been working with Emirates
PIB RISK MANAGEMENT ENHANCES ADVISORY SERVICE WITH HR CONSULTANT APPOINTMENT
PIB Risk Management is delighted to announce the appointment of Rhiannon Hammond-Jones as HR Consultant. Rhiannon has 20 years’ experience as an HR Practitioner in the health sector, higher education and most recently as a HR Consultant, adding further strength to the Risk Management team. Rhiannon will be helping clients manage risks to their businesses, and supporting to develop skills and confidence in all areas of HR. She will be playing a key role in growing the HR offering to clients whilst
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Highfields Amateur Boxing Club saved from knockout following lockdown closure
A Doncaster boxing club, which helps young people around Adwick, Bentley and beyond, has been saved from the brink of closure – thanks to the support of a significant local business donation. Since being established in 2001, the amateur club has trained people of all ages and skill levels, becoming a vital resource in the area. As well as taking boxers to English National Levels, the club has become a pillar of the community – aiding the mental health of young people and encouraging the importance of
SYNETIQ achieves Carbon Literacy Accreditation
SYNETIQ, the UK’s largest integrated salvage and vehicle recycling company, has achieved a bronze accreditation from the Carbon Literacy Project. As the first company in the sector to have achieved the award, the Bronze accreditation further underlines SYNETIQ’s commitment to furthering sustainability. As a Bronze Carbon Literate Organisation, SYNETIQ has demonstrated an awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an
Clean Power Hydrogen and NI Water working together to reduce emissions.
Clean Power Hydrogen, the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, is delighted to announce that Northern Ireland Water has chosen their patented technology to aid its decarbonisation strategy. Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2), working in partnership with B9 Energy, has won an order for an MFE220 1MW Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ from main contractor LaganMEICA JV. LaganMEICA JV won the tender from NI Water using the CPH2 solution following a competitive tender process. Jon Duffy,
27,899...27,900! SYNETIQ get squatting to raise £1,425 for housing and homelessness charity
Nine colleagues from the company’s Client team completed a ‘100 squats a day in May’ challenge - raising funds for housing and homelessness charity Shelter. SYNETIQ, the UK’s largest integrated vehicle recycling company, continue their fundraising efforts by taking part in Shelter’s ‘100 squats a day in May’ challenge. Nine colleagues from the Client team took on the super challenge for 31 days, completing 3,100 squats each -27,900 in total – and raised £1,425 for Shelter. The charity, which helps people
Yorkshire’s Fastest Growing Construction Company Launches New Website
Room One, an established national construction company based in Doncaster, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new website by Fernbank Digital. With rapid growth during the pandemic, the website has been designed to align with its new identity and to showcase its diverse portfolio of projects ranging in value from £500k to £14+million. Anthony Meaburn, one of three Directors at Room One, said: “2021 is a big year for Room One as we continue to grow. We are working on a number of exciting projects
SYNETIQ gets kids active through Cheshire BMX Club sponsorship
SYNETIQ, the UK’s leading integrated salvage and vehicle recycling company, has announced its sponsorship of the Cheshire Ghost Riders BMX Club. Through match funding, SYNETIQ’s support will enable the club to buy leading technology that automatically times riders, opening the club up to opportunities to host regional races. The volunteer-run club, which offers training for all skill levels from beginners to elite-level athletes, is gearing up for the first regional race of 2021 after a year of disruption
SYNETIQ joins the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders
SYNETIQ, Britain’s largest integrated salvage and dismantling company, has joined the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) as it continues its mission to help build a sustainable future for motoring in the UK. SMMT membership supports SYNETIQ’s plans to work collaboratively with the Automotive sector as a whole, supporting the business’ sustainability strategy. Tom Rumboll, CEO of SYNETIQ, said: “As a company, we’re changing how we talk with our customers and clients about the achievable
Whyy? Change gets the thumbs-up from recent OFSTED visit
Whyy? Change gets the thumbs-up from recent OFSTED visit Much has changed over the past 12 months and that’s no different for Whyy? Change, business transformation specialists based in Sheffield, but a recent OFSTED monitoring visit has demonstrated that the ‘‘Think. Plan. Crack On.’ ethos has proven to be successful. Ray Byrne, Whyy? Change CEO, said: “This time last year we were preparing for the worst; it was one month after the announcement that England would be going into a national lockdown. We’d
SYNETIQ saddle up for charity bike ride
Employees rode 100 miles for Macmillan Cancer Support, raising £770The company announce Macmillan as their chosen charity for 2021 after a business-wide vote in March, with a number of fundraising events organised throughout the year Dave Bradley, Ecommerce Sales Manager embarked on the challenge in a bid to raise funds for SYNETIQ’s chosen charity for 2021, Macmillan Cancer Support. The Beyond Lincolnshire Sportive bike ride is SYNETIQ’s first fundraising event of the year for Macmillan. Dean
Clean Power Hydrogen in a first with Octopus Hydrogen
Clean Power Hydrogen, the Doncaster-based manufacturer of the unique Membrane-Free Electrolyser, is pleased to announce that it has won an order from Octopus Hydrogen, for the supply of a 1MW electrolyser. The order is a significant milestone for Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) as it is the first 1MW electrolyser the company has supplied to a UK based hydrogen production and supply company, further supporting the high-level of interest in the company’s patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ William Rowe,
Active Fusion welcomes new trustees
Active Fusion is pleased to welcome new additions to their team with both Adam Dale and Davina Sumner joining its Board of Trustees. As the charity begins to expand even further, Adam and Davina will be looking to use their knowledge and skillset to enhance the charity’s desire to impact and help those who need it the most. The pair are joining an already impressive trustee board, who bring a wide range of skills and experience from across the sectors to make sure the charity continues to keep the
Crown Hotel Cai promoted to new Robata Grill Restaurant Manager
The Crown Hotel in Bawtry is delighted to announce the internal promotion of Cai Johnson to run their brand new Robata Grill Restaurant. Cai, 23, who was born and raised locally in Bawtry, joined the hotel in 2015 as a waiter in the hotel restaurant. Since then, Cai has moved up through the hotel to become restaurant supervisor and now has been promoted as Restaurant Manager. Cai commented “I came to the Crown while I was studying at University as a part time job, but quickly knew that I loved the
Chamber urges businesses to apply for Economic Recovery Grant
The new discretionary grant has been established to support the recovery of the local economy. Eligible businesses can access grants of up to £5,000. Business Director at Doncaster Chamber, Jade Dyer, has strongly urged local businesses to prepare for June’s intake of the Economic Recovery Grant. The grants, administered by Business Doncaster, specifically seek to encourage business survival, restart and job creation and safeguarding. Eligible businesses will be able to access grants up to £5,000 to help
Doncaster technology company helps local businesses
AdEPT are a managed services and telecommunications provider offering award-winning, proven and uncomplicated technical solution across the UK. With over 300 employees, the AdEPT team have the depth and breadth of expertise to deliver, yet small enough to care for every customer. The Doncaster office, formerly The ACS Group joined AdEPT in 2019 and employs 30 staff all using their expertise and strategic partnerships to ensure customers receive the right solution to their individual requirements. Since
Doncaster Chamber gives backing to ground breaking new networking platform
A South Yorkshire-based tech entrepreneur is hoping to give business owners across the Sheffield City Region the chance to make new connections at any time of the day has received the backing of Doncaster Chamber. Set to launch later this year, the new platform which will be called Network 24/7, will offer opportunities for business owners to connect and collaborate with others 24 hours a day, seven days a week, allowing business owners to drop in at times of the day which suit them best. Network 24/7
Claim Your Property Stamp Duty Land Tax Refund Now
In this series I have explored the details of the stamp duty land tax (SDLT) landscape and how one in four property purchasers overpay their dues. If you bought a property of any kind in the last four years, then you may have overpaid your SDLT and be entitled to a refund from HMRC. Often referred to as Stamp Duty, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a self-assessed tax paid by buyers of property in the UK. The amount paid is based on the value of the property, as well as other, less well known factors.
South Yorkshire Skills for Recovery Report Launched
Commissioned by the Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), the report has been produced using original survey data from the Chambers of Commerce in South Yorkshire, combined with content from a series of focus groups within key sectors. Key findings include: The economy is in a strong position for growth over the coming 12-18 months, however, a lack of skills to meet demand may act as a brake on that growth and put the region at a disadvantage compared to elsewhere in the country.Some sectors in the region
Doncaster Training Provider expand despite the pandemic
Doncaster based company Total Training Provision promote the idea of ‘your team, your business’ as well as priding themselves on the retention and investment in the team, especially during the pandemic. Not only have they continued to grow as a team (over 25 new colleagues joining the business within the last 7 months) but they have also opened two new centres within Doncaster, both specialising in the delivery of Traineeships. These centres are committed to helping young individuals aged 16 – 24 years,
CityFibre named one of The Times Top 50 Employers for Women
CityFibre has secured a place in the Times Top 50 Employers for Woman following an assessment by experts using criteria such as its approach to recruitment, family friendly policies and how it has championed gender equality in the context of the pandemic. Run by the charity Business in the Community – The Prince’s Responsible Business Network – for more than a decade, the list is one of the UK’s most highly profiled and well-established benchmarks for employers striving for gender equality in the
Club Doncaster Foundation's Lauren Cuttell named Doncaster Business Hero
Club Doncaster Foundation’s health and wellbeing officer Lauren Cuttell was voted the Doncaster Business Hero at Doncaster Chamber’s Awards ceremony. Since the COVID-19 emergency began, Doncaster Chamber of Commerce has heard of many inspiring efforts from businesses, not-for-profit organisations and individuals from all over the region who have made a significant contribution to the Doncaster community. The campaign was launched over the summer of 2020 to help celebrate the endeavours and outstanding
Doncaster Chamber supports Mental Health Awareness week 2021
Doncaster Chamber is aiming to raise awareness of mental health and inspire action to promote the message of good mental health for all. Throughout Mental Health Awareness Week 2021, which takes place between 10-16 May, the Chamber is holding a series of webinars and events looking at various aspects of mental health. The week-long calendar of events includes a mixture of free to attend workshops and paid professional training courses. The hour-long workshops, which include a men’s wellbeing at work
Lockdown Unlocking as The Crown Hotel welcomes Daisy for Re-opening
The Crown Hotel in Bawtry is happily putting the past year of the pandemic behind them, and the team are feeling positive vibes as hospitality comes out of Lockdown with the roadmap – hopefully on the 17th May. The hotel located in Bawtry, has not sat still during lockdown, and has turned the negative into a positive by taking the time to redevelop the hotel, almost throughout, ready to greet the arrival of leisure guests next month. Craig Dowie Managing Director explains “While we have remained
BCC welcomes ratification of uk-eu tca but says work remains to be done
Speaking after news that the Trade and Co-operation Agreeement has been ratified, Hannah Essex, Co-Executive Director of the BCC, said: “While there may be relief that the ratification of the TCA has gone smoothly, the reality is that the changes within the agreement have been operational now for almost four months. “It is now vital that both the UK and EU work together to alleviate the significant disruption and difficulty which many firms continue to report, especially with further changes still
Celebrating 75 Years of Partnership
On 30th April 2021 Smith Craven Chartered Accountants celebrates 75 years of Partnership. In 1946 Mr Ronald William Craven joined Mr A. E. Smith in Partnership after working together for a number of years. On the same anniversary 75 years later we are pleased to announce as of 30th April 2021, Claire Docherty will become a Salaried Partner after joining the firm in 2014. Mark Dickinson and Robert Hood have been promoted to Associate Status. Mark’s new role will focus on new client development and
Pre-commencement works start for The Vulcan Experience, but support is still needed to get the proje
Contractors have started pre-commencement works for the new hangar at Doncaster Sheffield Airport that will become The Vulcan Experience. The team from principal contractors, Wordsworth Construction Management, will be onsite for two days along with the ground worker and civils contractor, Alto Construct, to start the foundations that will form the main visitor centre, taking the legacy of former CEO, Dr Robert Pleming, who died in February this year, a step closer to reality. John Sharman, chair of
New partnership could help unlock economic potential of SCR'ss GatewayEast development
A new collaboration between Doncaster Sheffield Airport, Peel L&P and the University of Sheffield is aiming to help unlock the economic potential of GatewayEastThe partnership will explore how the parties can work together to catalyse the development of a high-value innovation cluster surrounding Doncaster Sheffield AirportCollaboration will explore the possibility of creating a world class research and development (R&D) facility in the district at which research, innovation, sustainability education and
Gary Moorhouse promoted to Genus Director at Shorts
Shorts Chartered Accountants are delighted to announce the promotion of Gary Moorhouse to Genus Director, with immediate effect. Gary joined Shorts in 2013 and has played an active role in the growth and development of the Genus service; providing business with meaningful management accounts upon which to make better informed business decisions. Malcolm Pope, Partner at Shorts and Head of Genus said: “We are delighted to promote Gary to the position of Director. His performance has been consistently
BCC and Barclay's LifeSkills report lays out blueprint for future-proofing the workplace
The joint report: Finds that new ways of working introduced during the pandemic offer opportunities for both employers and staffHighlights how supporting employees’ mental wellbeing and digital skills will become increasingly importantShows that equipping school-leavers with key people skills to deal with new working arrangements will be vital The British Chambers of Commerce and Barclays LifeSkills have today released a new report entitled ‘The Next Normal: Futureproofing the Workforce for a
Every business to get access to Police CyberAlarm
The Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit has announced that every business and organisation in the region can now get access to a free tool called Police CyberAlarm, designed to help them understand and monitor the threats they face from malicious cyber activity. Funded by Government, Police CyberAlarm acts as like ‘CCTV camera’ monitoring the traffic seen by a businesses’ connection to the internet. It will detect and provide regular reports of suspected malicious activity, enabling a
Woodland Group partners with iPort Rail New rail freight service to Doncaster begins
Woodland Group, one of the UK’s largest privately owned logistics companies, has today launched new rail freight connected services at iPort Rail, Doncaster. The service begins this month and moves containers between ports of Felixstowe and Southampton with further services to London Gateway and Immingham to follow. By May more than 140 container movements are expected per month. The move comes after Woodland Group opened a 195,000 sq ft fulfilment and distribution facility at the 800-acre multimodal
Chamber calls on Mayoral Candidates to Back Business
On 6 May, Doncaster goes to the polls to choose a Mayor with important responsibilities in relation to transport, skills and public health. The elected Doncaster Mayor is a very important role and has the responsibility and opportunity to set out and implement an ambitious and exciting strategic vision for the economy of the area, supporting people, firms and institutions. As the campaign for the election gains momentum, Doncaster Chamber are hosting a husting (via zoom) for candidates to set out their
Easter proves to be most successful Fusion Camp yet!
434 children from across Doncaster were able to keep active and healthy throughout the Easter holidays because of Active Fusion’s newly revamped ‘Fusion Camps’. On the back of the success of the February half-term camp, alongside the camps that ran in 2020 as part of Doncaster Council’s Summer Staycation programme, we were able to offer children between the ages of 4-12 the chance to keep physically active during the Easter half-term. Determined to build on the success of previous camps and offer children
3PL business welcomes Doncaster business colleagues to opening of new sites
A 3PL business that has recently exceeded 1,000,000 sq ft of warehouse space as it expanded into the Doncaster Borough, has welcomed business colleagues to the official opening of the new sites. Carlton Forest 3PL, has almost doubled its facilities in just seven weeks after acquiring three separate sites at Bawtry Park, near Doncaster, and was delighted to welcome representatives from Doncaster Chamber, namely CEO Dan Fell and President Jill Wood of Signum Facilities Management, to the socially
BCC reacts to latest uk labour market figures ?
Commenting on ONS Labour Market statistics for April 2021 published today, BCC Head of Economics, Suren Thiru, said: “The latest data confirms that the UK labour market remains subdued. While there was a marginal fall in the unemployment rate, the squeeze on activity from ongoing restrictions helped drive a decline in payroll employment in March. “Unemployment remains on course to peak towards the end of 2021, once the furlough scheme expires and those who stopped job hunting during the pandemic look to
Doncaster Chamber comments on flexi-job apprenticeship scheme
The Department for Education (DfE) launched a consultation today (20 April) that will enable sectors including creative, agriculture and construction industries to offer more flexible apprenticeship opportunities The new flexi-job apprenticeships scheme was announced by the chancellor Rishi Sunak at his budget in March and will involve a £7million fund to create and test them ahead of a formal launch in January 2022. The consultation seeks views on how new apprenticeship schemes could be run. Several
Opportunities Doncaster LIVE keynote speaker announced
On 19 May, Opportunities Doncaster LIVE will kick off with an introduction from inspirational speaker Rachael Mackenzie, Director at Workathlete, International Sports Champion and Mindfulness Coach who delivers inspirational and powerful talks on resilience, belief and determination. Students across Doncaster are getting an early look at career fields and industries that may interest them. The virtual Opportunities Doncaster LIVE careers fair is live between 17-21 May, with live activities, speakers and
South Yorkshire charity welcomes a new Chair
Professor Chris Booth-Mayblin, the current Chair of Sheffield Mencap and Gateway and former Dean of the Sheffield Business School and Pro Vice Chancellor at Sheffield Hallam University, has been appointed as the next Chair of South Yorkshire’s Community Foundation (SYCF), one of the largest charities in the region. She takes up the position at the forthcoming AGM, replacing James Newman OBE, who will be standing down after 5 years as Chair and a Trustee. SYCF helps to support and build strong resilient
Barnsdales FM’s new appointment sets out to change the image of health & safety
Property and facilities management consultancy, Barnsdales FM has appointed a new health and safety manager who aims to challenge negative stereotypes. Louise Jackson joins the company after 15 years in health and safety at insurance company, Aviva. She’ll be working to help Barnsdales FM clients to achieve their goals without compromising on the safety and wellbeing of their workers, customers and site visitors, ensuring their facilities are safe and appropriate for their needs. Barnsdales FM is a
Chamber CEO urges support for local retail on reopening
Pubs, restaurants, gyms and non-essential shops are among the businesses that were allowed to reopen yesterday, in a major step of easing lockdown measures. Doncaster Chamber Chief Executive Dan Fell said, “The reopening of businesses is a long-awaited relief for many business owners whose doors have been closed for months. They have heavily invested in and been busy making preparations to make sure their sites are Covid-safe. “Although a full return to the old normal still seems a long way off, the
Four in Ten UK Exporters Reporting Decreased Sales in Q1 2021
Balance of UK firms reporting increased export sales drops, despite already being at historically low levels. Hospitality firms, caterers, retailers and wholesalers all most likely to report decreased sales. Advance bookings and export orders show no signs of improvement, indicating that recovery is distant The British Chambers of Commerce’s Trade Confidence Outlook for Q1, released today, has revealed the stark issues facing UK exporters in the first months of this year. The survey of more than
Speculative development hat trick completes at Doncaster’s iPort
Verdion has completed the final letting in its current round of speculative development at its iPort multimodal logistics hub in Doncaster. A luxury homeware retailer has taken the 119,060 sq ft (11,061 sq m) warehouse iP2g, which offers space for up to 12,194 pallets with 12.5 m clear headroom and a 55 m deep yard. This deal is the third and final unit in Verdion’s most recent tranche of speculative development at iPort. iP2c was let to local printing specialists Kingsbury Press, while iP2e was let
Central Technology Ltd. Offering FREE Strategic IT Reviews for Local Businesses
Ian Snow, MD at Central Technology, reviews the transition of IT over the last few months and announces free Strategic IT Audits to all local businesses.The last year has been a tough business year, but together with our customers we have learnt a lot over the past twelve months.At the beginning of March 2020 our service desk helped move over 4,000 people to home working. During this process, it became clear very quickly that some businesses were not equipped for the move to remote working and faced big
ProAktive by name, proactive by nature
Regional commercial insurance and risk management consultants, ProAktive, have launched a new environmental consultancy to further strengthen their existing risk management division. ProAktive, who have been in business since 1975, welcome Bill Green to the team as their Environmental Specialist. Bill, formerly of Middlewood Environmental, offers ProAktive clients specialist environmental consultancy which complements the current HR and Health and Safety service portfolio. Bill joined the independent
IPM Group continue to innovate
IPM Group have a long-established reputation of being at the forefront of innovation. Their tag line of ‘Evolving as Standard’ sums up their ambition and drive to be the very best in their field. When the UK wide lockdown hit back in March 2020, most other companies in their industry were taking stock of the situation and operating day-by-day. Whereas IPM Group looked to the future. As well as continuing to protect the nations businesses and homes through their various security services, IPM brought two
Doncaster firm takes on property management at iPort
Doncaster-based property consultancy group, Barnsdales has been appointed as the new property and facilities manager of logistics hub, iPort. iPort is the UK’s most advanced multimodal logistics hub, helping companies such as Amazon, CEVA, Fellowes, Lidl, Maritime Transport, Woodland Group and Kingsbury Press distribute goods across the UK. Barnsdales will play a key role in ensuring the continued growth and success of iPort, which will boast more than 6 million sq ft of logistics space when completed,
Twice weekly rapid testing to be available to everyone in England
Everyone in England will be able to access free, regular, rapid coronavirus (COVID-19) testing from 9 April, the government has announced.Everyone in England, including those without symptoms, will be able to take a free rapid coronavirus (COVID-19) test twice a weekAlongside vaccine rollout, regular testing is at the heart of plans to reopen society and the economy, helping to suppress and control the spread of variantsUpdates will be made to the NHS COVID-19 app in England to coincide with the universal
Newly announced Re-start grants to be introduced from April 2021
Grants of up to £6,000 are available for eligible Doncaster businesses from April 2021 As part of the Chancellor's Budget announcement on 3 March 2021, the Government provided details of the Restart Grant scheme to help support non-essential retail, hospitality, accommodation, leisure, personal care and gym businesses in England. This one off grant will be made available to eligible businesses from April 2021 in order to help them reopen safely as lock down restrictions are eased. Grants of up to £6,000
Doncaster Chamber respond to lockdown easing and COVID-19 policy announcements
Doncaster Chamber has reacted to further easing of lockdown, testing and other measures announced by the Government to balance economic reopening whilst managing COVID-19 transmission. Business Director Jade Dyer, said, “Yesterday’s news on regular testing, vaccine certification, and border policy give conceptual insight into how the economy may be able to reopen and stay open safely. Many businesses will be breathing a sigh of relief to reopen on April 12, but the route back to a full reopening of the
Businesses fighting for survival but vaccine roll-out brings hope for a route out of crisis
The Doncaster Business Insight Survey (DBI), part of the British Chambers of Commerce’s Quarterly Economic Survey QES and the UK’s largest independent survey of business sentiment and a leading indicator of UK GDP growth, found that business conditions remained historically poor in the first quarter of 2021 as the third lockdown severely limited activity. However, findings revealed that business confidence has been boosted in the first three months of 2021 amid the strong vaccine roll-out and the
Parents signal confidence talking to their children about sex & relationships, but indicate lack of
New research finds 85% of British parents are confident supporting their children with the facts around the realities of sexual relationships, but nearly a third don't feel supported by schools to have conversations at home As schools prepare for the transition to the new RSE curriculum, ClickView reveal results of new research examining parents’ attitudes around relationship and sex Working alongside Relationships and Sex Consultant, Rebecca Jennings, ClickView launch Respectful & Intimate
Stamp Duty Land Tax Series - Exploring your potential stamp duty refund further
So far in this series I have explained the basics of what stamp duty land tax (SDLT) is and why it exists. Effective 1st April 2021 a second 2% surcharge has been added to purchases where the new owner lives outside the UK. This is in addition to the 3% surcharge levied on properties which are not the purchasers principle primary residence. The 37 reliefs were originally introduced to account for exceptions to aspects of properties where the calculation is unfair or clearly should not relate to all
Doncaster Chamber seeks businesses to come and inspire the next generation of talent
Raising the profile of employment opportunities in Doncaster: despite the recent challenges from the pandemic, Doncaster Chamber wants to showcase the depth and diversity of careers that are still available in Doncaster. Doncaster Chamber are holding a virtual careers fair for young people in Doncaster aged 14+ and are keen for local businesses to get involved. Like most large scale events scheduled to take place, since the onset of the pandemic, the flagship careers event has been forced to pivot and go
Doncaster shopping outlet sets environmental pledges
As retail prepares to open across England a Doncaster shopping outlet is making sure that the environment is high on its agenda by making a number of green pledges for 2021. The management team at Lakeside Village shopping outlet are keen to hold themselves to account by setting out their plans and promising to review their achievements at the end of the year. Before the pandemic forced retail closures, recycling at the centre stood at 77 percent and the team are pledging to work to improve this figure
Celebrating Doncaster’s women in business on International Women’s Day
Doncaster Chamber’s Business Director calls on businesswomen across the region to celebrate their achievements and encourage other women to take on the challenge Doncaster Chamber Business Director Jade Dyer believes women in business have a lot to be proud of and encourages other women to share their experiences to encourage more women to take on the challenge. The business owner and senior leader said, “Doncaster’s business community is full of women who continue to be pioneers in championing the
Free rapid tests for all businesses for regular workplace testing
All businesses in England are now able to sign up to the government’s free COVID-19 workplace testing programme.Workplace testing now available to all businesses, including those with fewer than 50 employeesBusiness encouraged to register interest by 31 March to access free workplace testingRegular testing will be a vital part of the government’s roadmap to cautiously ease restrictions As part of the government’s roadmap to cautiously lift restrictions, businesses of all sizes, including those with fewer
Doncaster Chamber responds to March 2021 Budget
Job retention and self-employment income support schemes extended but Sheffield City Region misses out on Freeport. In his Spring Budget today, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced immediate support to help struggling businesses across the UK but delivered a blow for the region as the Sheffield City Region Freeport bid was unsuccessful. Successful bids were awarded to East Midlands Airport, Felixstowe, Humber, Liverpool City Region, Plymouth, Solent, Thames and Teesside. The Freeports are said to unlock
Stamp Duty Land Tax Series - Some finer detail on your potential stamp duty refund
Last time we looked at the stamp duty land tax (SDLT) situation from an overall perspective. Every property sold in the UK for more than £40,000 has to be reported to HMRC to assess any SDLT payable and whether payment is due or has been made. We looked at some examples of sales at different price levels and how SDLT is calculated during the current holiday and then how it will be calculated when things revert back to normal. The holiday exempts SDLT from any properties purchased for less than £500,000
HD Forwarding showing sustainable growth
HD Forwarding Limited, Doncaster’s largest independent Freight Forwarding Company, is delighted to confirm the opening of a new office in Bristol to further expand the international road, ocean and airfreight activities in the South West. After a number of months considering a range of different opportunities, HD Forwarding Limited opened its southern doors, officially on 25th January 2021.The location is strategically placed moments away from the main M5 artery that serves the South West, Avonmouth
Stamp Duty Land Tax Series - Bought a property recently? Would You Like a Stamp Duty Refund?
When you purchase a property in the UK there is stamp duty payable to HMRC. Rates are published on their website and, on the face of things, it seems a simple and easy calculation followed by the painful payment process.What you are probably unaware of is that there are a number of reliefs which can be claimed which will reduce the stamp duty burden. Known officially as stamp duty land tax (SDLT) this is a tax which was introduced by the government in December 2003. Current rates, valid until 31 March,
CPH2 to collaborate with cryocooler manufacturer
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2), the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique and patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, has come together with AFCryo to design and market their combined technology.The cooperation between CPH2 and AFCryo, one of the leading cryogenic systems manufacturers for gas separation and hydrogen liquefaction, is a multi-national tie-up where the combined technology will offer the market a cheaper and more reliable way of generating green hydrogen from renewable sources. AFCryo is a joint
Doing Business in the Far East – an Overview
During this brief series of articles I have looked at the possibilities of expanding your business into the Far East and some of the basic aspects of transition you will need to deal with. There are exciting opportunities ahead if you start looking at the possibilities. However, you can be quickly daunted by these and the unexplained complications which you will face. Your target market countries will vary with the type of business you are concerned with. Some jurisdictions are more difficult to
Clean Power Hydrogen secures £3m from investors and delivers Ireland’s first electrolyser
Clean Power Hydrogen secures £3m from investors and delivers Ireland’s first electrolyserClean Power Hydrogen (CPH2), the Doncaster manufacturer of the unique and patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™, is celebrating a double sales and investor milestone. CPH2 has delivered Ireland’s first-ever electrolyser. The MFE02 Containerised Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ was shipped from CPH2's Technology Innovation Centre in Doncaster, commissioned, and is ready to produce pure hydrogen and medical grade oxygen. At
Business Expansion into Asia - Part 5
The Language of Doing Business in the Far East Thus far in this initial series we have glimpsed at many aspects of conducting business in the Far East. There are numerous challenges and each one is really an opportunity. It is often very daunting to encompass all the different aspects which must be understood and considered into an overall process. Some potential business expansions stop without attempting the jump over the first hurdle. They find it too daunting. Other adventurous types trudge on and
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Business Expansion into Asia - Part 4
In this series I have previously discussed marketing studies, fears, corporate structures, licensing, operations, tax considerations and local set up matters in thrusting your business into the Far East. The geography of where you may establish will depend on a number of things and I have also considered these. One of the most overlooked aspects, which are critical to your success, is how you operate within the culture of your chosen location. Culture of Government and formalities required is a start
CPH2 enters new joint venture for hydrogen production in Northern Ireland
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) has joined forces with B9 Energy in a new Joint Venture to manufacture and distribute the unique Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ The Joint Venture (JV) plans to manufacture and distribute the patented electrolysers to the UK and worldwide from a base in Northern Ireland. The agreement that was announced by Northern Ireland Economy Minister Diane Dodds, is the culmination of several years of planning and consultation and the JV hopes to collaborate on numerous hydrogen projects
Business Expansion into Asia - Part 3
Continuing Your Expansion into the Far East Continuing the discussion from the two previous articles, we looked at the legalities of operations in various countries and the fact that they may be limited. Also an overall tax planning exercise needs to be undertaken to ensure that the corporate structure is the most tax efficient for your business. Having chosen a country in which to operate we then need to look at the licencing requirements for that jurisdiction and how to structure the corporate
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Business Expansion into Asia - Part 2
How to Start Your Expansion into the Far EastLast time I discussed the overall concept of starting business expansion into the Far East. I raised the fact that there are many exciting opportunities but that many business owners have a fear of the possibility and do not know where to begin. Market research is required and location is key as there are restrictions in some countries but not in others. Jumping in with both feet is daunting and yet it is difficult to just test the water with a toe. If you
CPH2 appoint Jon Duffy at new CEO
Clean Power Hydrogen (CPH2) the Doncaster based hydrogen business is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Duffy as the new CEO. Jon, who has enjoyed an extraordinarily successful leadership career is a recognised expert in business growth strategies and delivery of results. Jon will join CPH2 on 1st September 2020.CPH2 the developer of the patented Membrane-Free Electrolyser™ was started by Dr. Nigel Williamson (ex ITM Chief Engineer) and Joe Scott (Irish based businessman and industrialist) in 2012.
Business Expansion into Asia - Part 1
Taking your business to the far eastLots of business managers and owners have a desire to expand into the tantalising potentially lucrative markets in Asia. This prospect is likely to become even more popular now that we are no longer a part of the EU. Are you one of these ambitious business participants? So what holds you back? In many instances it is a fear of the unknown and a reluctance to take risks and endanger the ongoing base business at home. This is understandable. If you had some practical
Connectus helps DSA businesses fly high with 100% gigabit capability
Unified communications and cybersecurity industry leader Connectus Business Solutions has announced it has achieved total gigabit coverage of networking services provided to Doncaster Sheffield Airport’s business park. Occupying more than half a million square feet of office, warehousing and manufacturing space, with outstanding rail, road and air links, the business park is home to over 160 businesses who now benefit from the superfast connection. Finningley-based Connectus is an approved supplier under
BCC survey finds investment and recruitment would be cut in the event of ‘no deal’
One of the biggest surveys of business intentions since the EU referendum has found that nearly two-thirds of firms still aren’t preparing for Brexit – and in the event of a ‘no deal’ outcome many would cut investment and recruitment plans. With just six months to go before the UK leaves the EU, the British Chambers of Commerce is calling for UK ministers to redouble their efforts to reach an agreement with the EU – and ensure a transition period that could help firms prepare for change and prevent a slump