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Jason Buck and Sally Basker of Exeter Science Park are pictured with members of the Calmfloor team

CALMFLOOR expands to Exeter Science Park amid rapid growth

A company born from research conducted by three PhD students at the University of Exeter 18 years ago has relocated to Exeter Science Park as it continues its rapid expansion.

CALMFLOOR, a pioneering provider of low-carbon solutions to complex building vibration issues, has moved into office space at the Science Park Centre after outgrowing its previous premises.

The company’s innovative plug-in unit, powered by multi-frequency software control, targets specific areas of a building where vibration needs to be managed. Unlike traditional methods - which often require adding...

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Exeter electrical wholesaler finalist in national awards for second time this year

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 09/18/2023 - 6:50am

Devondale Electrical Wholesaler, which is located in Marsh Barton and Sowton, is delighted to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Wholesaler of the Year category at the Electrical Industry Awards 2023.

This recognition marks the second time this year that Devondale has been shortlisted for esteemed industry awards, having previously earned nominations for Best Customer Service and Best Wholesaler: 6-25 branches at the Electrical Wholesaler Awards 2023.

The Electrical Industry Awards are an annual celebration of excellence, honouring...

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Mental Health Hub for trade workers launched at Exeter show as industry suicide rates soar  

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 09/17/2023 - 6:15am

Shining the spotlight on supporting the mental health of tradespeople, a local Exeter trade show is launching its dedicated Mental Health Hub with the aim of fostering conversation, offering support and potentially saving lives.

In the UK, men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women and in construction – a male dominated industry – men are three times more likely to take their own lives. Two people working in the UK construction industry die by suicide every day, which equates to more than 700 people a year.

A recent report shows that four in five...

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Success for Great South West geothermal and solar but UK offshore wind farms miss out

Authored by Program
Posted: Tue, 09/12/2023 - 2:48pm

UK Clean Energy Powerhouse Great South West receives geothermal & solar boost as Cornwall geothermal projects secure first ever UK Contracts for Difference from Government; APPG Celtic Sea to meet this week to discuss offshore progress

Geothermal projects in Cornwall have secured contracts awarded by the Government to provide clean energy for the next 15 years, as part of a 320 MW clean energy boost for the Great South West.

Three geothermal energy projects have secured Government support at its renewable energy auction. The Manhay, Penhallow and United Down projects...

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Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone celebrates achievements and looks to a net zero future

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Posted: Sun, 09/10/2023 - 7:09am

Business leaders gathered at Exeter Science Park last week to celebrate the 'clean growth' achieved in the Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone (EEDEZ) since its inception in 2017 and plans for a net zero future.

Speakers praised the achievements in the Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone (EEDEZ) over the past 6 years, including making investments in the Zone of more than £100m on sustainable developments for healthier and more vibrant places to live, work, learn and play.

Sharing EEDEZ’s vision to deliver “a world-class, low-carbon environment for business success”,...

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Exeter centre enabling switch from diesel engines 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 09/10/2023 - 7:03am

University of Exeter engineers are working to replace diesel engines with zero-carbon alternatives on roads, rails and at sea.

While the switch to electric cars is accelerating, a vast range of other vehicles – from trains and off-highway vehicles (eg construction and farming) to ferries and fishing boats – are harder to switch to zero-carbon.

The Centre for Future Clean Mobility is tackling this problem, developing low-emissions power systems for a wide range of vehicles.

Current projects include fitting hydrogen propulsion systems on workboats for OS Energy...

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Local home care company is top 2% in the region

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Posted: Sun, 09/10/2023 - 6:33am

Home Instead Exeter & East Devon is delighted to receive a prestigious award by a national reviews website, having been named one of the top 20 home care companies in the South West of England and becoming part of the top 2% of home care companies in the region. They have made it onto the impressive list out of 950 home care companies and this is the 8th time they have won this award.

The award is based on the home care company’s reviews on homecare.co.uk , the UK’s top home care reviews site dubbed by many as the ‘TripAdvisor for home care’. The reviews are given by people...

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Bolstering Plymouth's affordable housing options

Growing national law firm, Foot Anstey LLP has been appointed to Plymouth Community Homes' (PCH) legal panel to support on an array of development and employment legal matters.

Founded 14 years ago, PCH is Plymouth's largest social housing landlord with over 16,000 properties, providing homes for more than 35,000 people in Plymouth and the surrounding areas.

PCH has appointed the Foot Anstey team to advise on development and employment matters for two lots, to strengthen the housing association’s offering to its current and future residents.

Lara Borrett-Lynch, Head...

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Exeter IT company celebrates new chapter as Jordan Westcott steps up as Managing Director

Authored by Program
Posted: Wed, 09/06/2023 - 4:39pm

Timewade , a leading technology partner for SMEs in the South West, is excited to announce a significant milestone in its leadership team.

Jordan Westcott, who joined the company over a decade ago, is set to take the helm as the new Managing Director in September 2023. He will succeed Julian Wills, who will transition to the role of CEO.

Jordan joined the company in 2008 at the age of 16 from St Lukes School, Exeter, as an Apprentice Engineer, a role which ignited his passion for technology and client service. Over the years, he has gained invaluable experience across...

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Quayside Distillery announces the name of its signature stills

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 09/02/2023 - 1:31pm

Quayside Distillery , a leading name in artisanal craft spirits, is thrilled to announce the winners of their much-anticipated Still Naming Competition.

The competition, which invited the people of Exeter and beyond to name the stills at their prestigious distillery, has concluded with two creative and meaningful names chosen by the distillery’s owner, George Nightingale: "Temperance" and "Clarence."

The competition garnered an enthusiastic response from the local community, as participants became eager for the chance to leave an everlasting mark on the distillery and...

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The Food Drink Devon Awards Unveils this Year's Outstanding Finalists

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 08/31/2023 - 9:54pm

With the highly anticipated annual Food Drink Devon Awards taking place in October, Food Drink Devon is delighted to announce this year’s finalists in the prestigious awards.

Following the closure of entries in April, a distinguished panel of judges and industry experts embarked on assessing and judging an unprecedented number of entries. Including many of the county’s most respected and influential artisan food and drink producers, over 300 products were sampled, 95 hospitality establishments visited, 30 retail outlets scrutinised and eight Training School / Learning Experiences...

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