Peninsula Transport has launched its vision for the future of transport across the South West, as part of its work in developing a full regional transport strategy.
Chair of Peninsula Transport, Councillor Andrea Davis said: “The vision and goals are an important milestone in our work as they will help set the overall direction and principles of our longer term plan to transform transport within the region over the next thirty years.
“Our vision is to enhance our transport system. We want more efficient, resilient and cleaner transport that can help make the peninsula...
Two Exeter graduates have launched a startup producing the world's first and only carbon-negative toilet roll.
Tom Trow, who studied Business Economics at the University of Exeter Business School, and Sanmarie Grobler, who graduated with a BA in Liberal Arts, launched their startup Bazoo after feeling inspired by SMEs who go out of their way to make positive changes for the planet.
The pair graduated in July 2020 during the height of the pandemic and decided to respond to the situation by starting a company that would make a positive impact on the planet.
This weekend Pitman Training opened its doors to jobseekers across Devon and Cornwall. Launched by local businesswoman Susan De Mey, the new centre aims to help people improve their career prospects, gain promotions or get back to work.
Pitman Training is the leading British training provider and has delivered vocational training since 1837. However, the newest centre in Exeter is looking to help people create their own history. Located on Commercial Road in the heart of Exeter, a number of excited locals attended the centre’s launch event. Amongst them was former Lord Mayor,...
The Co-Founder of the Life Chance Group and School for Inspiring Talents in Newton Abbot and Ashburton has been shortlisted for the ‘Entrepreneur for Good’ category in the Regional Finals of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards.
Mark Escott, from Exeter, was shortlisted from more than 4,800 entries in the annual awards that acknowledges the hard work and inspiring stories of entrepreneurs across the UK.
It was Mark’s own entrepreneurial story that captivated judges of the prestigious national awards. Despite his chaotic childhood, and time later spent in the criminal...
Devon’s first co-working space for female entrepreneurs is delighted to announce they have won a Business Excellence Award, tipped as the ‘Best Coworking Space 2021 in Devon’.
Based in the heart of Totnes, The Tribe was given the top accolade by judges after what has certainly been a turbulent year for all industries. Hosted annually, the Business Excellence Awards seek to celebrate and reward companies for excellence in the industry, the quality of their products and their dedication to service.
A community-driven boutique co-working space for women, The Tribe was...
BIG Productivity have approved grant funding of over £38,000 for Feritech Global, contributing towards their ambitious growth plans. The grant from BIG Productivity is to be used towards the purchase of a new JCB telescopic handler.
BIG Productivity (Business Investment Fund for Growth) is a £3.15 million investment fund, financed by the European Regional Development Fund and delivered by Cornwall Development Company. The scheme aims to increase productivity in the region by supporting businesses with national and international opportunities. It is expected that the programme...
Michelmores is pleased to welcome another four new Partners to the Firm, promoting Michelmores' investment in talent for growth and bolstering the Firm's Private Wealth offering across the UK. The recruits come hot on the heels of the recent hire of Christian Massey, who brings with him a breadth of experience across landed estates and rural property.
Through the recruitment of leading lawyers across the UK, Michelmores aims to extend its network of influence, and to offer its clients holistic and strategic guidance. Three of the new partners are women, adding strength to...
Popular hand-cooked potato chips producer Burts is celebrating after securing a region-wide listing with Tesco.
The two businesses have struck a deal for three flavours of Burts’ crisps to be sold in more than 60 stores across the West Country – from Yeovil to Ilfracombe and Gloucester to Helston.
Sea Salt, Mature Cheddar & Spring Onion, and Sea Salt & Malt Vinegar are the firm favourites now available at the stores, all in 150g bags.
The listing is the latest success for award-winning Burts, which began life in 1995 with Richard Thomas Burt and his wife...
VRAMP is thrilled to have been awarded the highest international information security standard. The ISO 27001:2017 certification highlights VRAMPs dedication to providing a highly secure employee engagement software solution.
Published by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), ISO 27001:2017 requires a detailed audit to ensure compliance against an extensive list of information security criteria.
“Protecting all data within our business, in particular that of our clients, is routed at the core of what we do at VRAMP as a data handler. From our very...
Devon is being showcased as a great place to do business as part of a campaign to attract companies to the county. Devon Delivers , which aims to encourage businesses to relocate to the county, has launched a new video and website to highlight the county’s unique selling points as Devon looks to make a strong economic recovery post-pandemic. For companies considering expanding or relocating, the new Devon Delivers website provides a gateway to all the relevant information, research, premises and support to help businesses discover what makes Devon such an attractive prospect. This...
