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Sally Basker, chief executive of Exeter Science Park has been appointed chair of UKSPA

Exeter Science Park's Sally Basker appointed as Chair of UK Science Park Association

Sally Basker, Chief Executive of Exeter Science Park, has been appointed as Chair of the United Kingdom Science Park Association (UKSPA).

The announcement followed the UKSPA Annual General Meeting, marking a significant milestone in Sally’s career as she steps into this influential role after previously serving as Vice Chair.

Sally said: “I’m honoured to have been appointed Chair of UKSPA and excited to collaborate with members, partners, and stakeholders to create opportunities across the UK’s Science Park sector.

“This is a pivotal moment for science and...

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Trowers & Hamlins has advised on the acquisition of the historic Royal Clarence in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 12/22/2024 - 11:36pm

Trowers & Hamlins has advised on the acquisition of the historic Royal Clarence in Exeter Cathedral Yard, which is now set to be restored to its former glory with work starting nine years after the hotel was ravaged by fire in 2016.

Having exchanged contracts to acquire the site, local property developer NooKo have plans to develop a mix of residential and commercial units.

James Porter, NooKo director, said the company would focus on "keeping as much of the building's original charm as possible" and "like most people in Exeter we want to see this iconic building...

Tyler Grange Exeter steps into the ring for charity

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/11/2024 - 9:40pm

‘The Tribe’ at B Corp four-day week at Exeter environmental consultancy Tyler Grange has recently swapped development sites for the boxing ring – taking part in a team building session at the award-winning sport for development charity Empire Fighting Chance .

Ecology teams from the firm’s Southwest and London offices came together for a dynamic day of boxing. Using non-contact exercises, values of the sport were combined with evidence-based psychological principles to achieve enhanced productivity and wellbeing in the workplace.

In return, the consultancy...

KLM to launch daily flights from Exeter to Amsterdam

Global airline, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, is set to connect the West Country to Amsterdam and beyond with the launch of its first ever flights from Exeter Airport to the international aviation hub of Schiphol from end of March next year.

It is the first time Exeter Airport has served Amsterdam in almost five years, and a first for KLM from the Devon airport as it seeks to expand its UK regional footprint.

The move links Exeter Airport with KLM's network of worldwide destinations via Amsterdam.

Exeter Airport Managing Director Stephen Wiltshire said: "This is a...

Exeter Airport’s corporate jet centre helps XLR win major industry award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/10/2024 - 5:37am

Exeter Airport’s corporate jet centre is celebrating scooping a major aviation industry award for outstanding customer service and operational excellence.

XLR Executive Jet Centres, which operates four exclusive facilities across the UK, was named as the Air Charter Association’s (ACA) Handling Agent/ Fixed Base Operations (FBO) of the Year 2024.

Over the past 12 months, XLR - part of regional airports operator Regional & City Airports (RCA) - has delivered unparalleled service across its centres in Exeter, Birmingham, Liverpool and Bournemouth.

Exeter’s XLR...

UK wetsuit recycling among new ‘future fibres’ projects 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/04/2024 - 11:52pm

A plan to develop the UK’s first wetsuit recycling facility is among eight new projects funded by Future Fibres Network Plus .

Future Fibres Network Plus – which aims to bring environmental science into the heart of the UK fashion, clothing and textile sectors – is a network led by the University of Exeter, collaborating with the universities of Leeds, Huddersfield and Plymouth, University of the Arts London, and the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT).

Many wetsuits are made from neoprene – but the UK currently has no way of recycling them, meaning more than 380...

Wealth management company celebrates its move to prestigious new offices in style!

Well-respected wealth management company Prydis has moved from Exeter City Centre to the beautiful grounds of Winslade Park at Clyst St Mary.

The newly built offices at Clyst House with an impressive footprint of 6,200 square feet set in stunning grounds, are now home to 60 staff members from the Wealth and Accounts teams.

In addition, the company also has offices in Newquay, Liskeard, and Edinburgh. Its total turnover of all subsidiaries and connect companies is just under £12m.

Prydis has two lines of business: Business Services (Accounts, Audit, Tax and...

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Donating tech to those living in digital poverty

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Tue, 12/03/2024 - 8:38am

Optix Solutions has sent off a bundle of tech to Exeter charity GiftTech, ready to be rehomed to individuals caught up in the ‘digital divide’.

National figures from the Digital Youth Index Report 2023 show that 14 percent of young people in the UK have no access to a learning device such as a laptop or desktop computer, whilst for young people who are NEET (not in education, employment or training) the figure is 20 percent.

Optix previously donated desktops to Exeter charity GiftTech in 2022, and this year it was the turn of a selection of laptops and monitors.

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Families invited to join are countdown to Christmas trail in Exeter

As part of Exeter's vibrant Christmas celebrations, InExeter is delighted to offer families a fun, free, and festive adventure around the city with the launch of the Countdown to Christmas Trail . Running now until December 27, the trail invites families to explore Exeter and uncover clues at nine locations, each revealing a letter that forms a special Christmas word.

Once participants have unscrambled the word, they can collect a limited-edition Exeter Sticker Sheet at a finish station and enter an online competition to win one of five £100 Exeter Independent Gift Cards....

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Free marketing assessment tool launched to help businesses optimize strategy

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Tue, 11/26/2024 - 11:56am

Exeter-based strategic marketing firm Optix Solutions has unveiled its latest innovation: a free marketing assessment tool designed to help businesses evaluate their current marketing efforts and uncover opportunities to enhance their strategy, generate leads, and boost sales.

Developed by Growth Director Ali Newton-Temperley and Director of Strategy Thomas Haynes, the tool combines their extensive expertise to deliver actionable insights for businesses of all sizes.

Newton-Temperley explained: "With increasing pressure on businesses to maximize their marketing budgets, the...

Choosing the Right GIS Services Company: What You Need to Know

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Mon, 11/25/2024 - 5:48pm

In today's data-driven world, the importance of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is growing rapidly. From real estate development to urban planning, environmental management, and logistics, GIS is pivotal in helping businesses analyze, manage, and visualize geographic data. If your organization is considering implementing GIS solutions, choosing the right service provider can make all the difference in your success.

Selecting a GIS services provider isn’t a decision to take lightly, as the right partner can provide tailored solutions, advanced technical support, and...

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