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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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New horizon for Bloor Homes, Exeter as £2.7 million office extension completes

Bloor Homes’ Exeter region has a new-look home thanks to the completion of a £2.7 million extension to its Horizon House offices, complete with extended meeting and training and conferencing facilities.

Staff were able to move into the freshly extended offices just as Bloor Homes celebrated the first anniversary of the developer’s newest region, which launched last summer to focus on new developments in Devon and Cornwall.

Regional Managing Director Bradley Davison said: “After a year of working from a combination of a modular building in the car park of the building...

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Exeter valuation surveyor shortlisted for prestigious national award

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Posted: Sun, 08/06/2023 - 10:54pm

An Exeter valuation surveyor has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award which recognises the brightest talent in the profession and celebrates their outstanding contributions to the industry.

Stephanie Christensen, Senior Surveyor at leading property consultancy Fisher German, has been announced as a finalist in the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Matrics Surveyor Awards 2023.

The awards, formerly the RICS Young Surveyor of the Year Awards, highlight the achievements of up-and-coming surveyors, showcasing the innovation and hard work of emerging...

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Hundreds of South West businesses express interest in the new £200m South West Investment Fund

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Posted: Sun, 08/06/2023 - 9:07pm

More than 350 businesses from across the South West have already expressed their interest in the new £200 million South West Investment Fund (SWIF) just weeks after its launch.

The government-backed fund, which was unveiled last month by the British Business Bank, aims to increase the supply and diversity of early-stage finance for new and growing smaller businesses across the region.

It operates throughout the South West, encompassing Bristol, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Wiltshire.

Since its launch in the...

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Devon Work Hubs prepare to celebrate International Coworking Day

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Posted: Sun, 08/06/2023 - 9:04pm

A number of Devon’s work hubs will be marking International Coworking Day on Wednesday 9 August by inviting people to give coworking a try.

The day is an opportunity for people to experience coworking for themselves and see that they are far more than simply a desk space. The many advantages provided by Work Hubs include flexible working, organic networking and collaborative opportunities with like-minded people.

Among the coworking spaces within the Devon Work Hub network offering free trial coworking days for non-members on 9 August are:

- Devon Business...

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Regenerative farming courses start to bear fruit at Apricot Centre

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Posted: Sun, 08/06/2023 - 8:50pm

Devon is proudly leading the way in the education of regenerative farming, sparked by funding from Devon County Council.

Following a successful pilot funded by the County Council’s Natural Capital Challenge Fund last year, the Apricot Centre Community Interest Company (CIC) in Dartington is now the only location in the country offering Level 2, 3 and 4 Diplomas in Regenerative Land Based Systems.

Rachel Phillips, one of the Directors at the Apricot Centre , says: “The Natural Capital Challenge Funding has been a huge springboard which has helped us move into a different...

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Valor Hospitality to manage net zero carbon hotel 

Valor Hospitality has been appointed to manage voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG Hotels & Resorts) first lifecycle net zero carbon hotel in Exeter.

Set to open late 2024, the hotel is the latest to be added to Valor’s strong portfolio of almost 40 properties. It supports the company’s sustainability ambitions, aligning with the UK Green Building Council’s framework definition of net zero carbon buildings.

The hotel, which aims for a minimum BREEAM rating of Excellent through the inclusion of solar panels and locally sourced food,...

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Aldi hiring 173 colleagues in Devon

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Posted: Mon, 07/31/2023 - 11:28pm

Aldi is currently looking to recruit for 173 store colleagues in Devon.

In a welcome boost to the local economy, the UK’s fourth largest supermarket is looking for people of all levels of experience to fill roles at its stores across the region.

This includes both full-time and part-time positions such as Store Assistant and Stock Assistant, all the way up to Assistant Store Manager.

Stores in Devon where Aldi is looking to hire include Exeter, Barnstaple and Plymouth.

The recruitment push forms part of Aldi’s nationwide expansion drive, with the...

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Acronyms announces £1million investment, as part of Cornwall expansion plans

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Posted: Sun, 07/30/2023 - 6:09am

Acronyms Ltd , a leading technology company specialising in managed IT services, has today announced its expansion into Cornwall and the successful acquisition of Tanist, a Cornwall-based IT solutions provider.

The takeover, which was officially completed on Saturday July 1, 2023, demonstrates a significant investment in the region of over £1million, over a period of three years, with the IT company pledging to support the local economy in Cornwall by creating jobs and driving growth from the newly acquired premises in Bodmin.

Founded in 2003, Acronyms has been a trusted...

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Local electrical wholesaler up for national awards

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Posted: Sat, 07/29/2023 - 8:39pm

Devondale Electrical, which has branches in Exeter and Sowton is up for three prestigious Electrical Wholesaler Awards, and is now encouraging customers and those working in the trades to vote for them.

The national awards recognise excellence in the UK’s electrical sector, celebrating everything from outstanding wholesalers to exceptional professionals. Devondale is through to the voting stage in the Best Wholesaler: 6-25 Branches and Best Customer Service categories, and its Bude depot is included in the Best Individual Branch category.

These categories called for...

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Sustainable insect pet-food firm Mr Bug wins Best Product of the Year at the Global Good Awards

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Posted: Tue, 07/25/2023 - 8:27pm

Insect-based pet-food company Mr Bug, which makes planet-friendly nutritious treats for dogs all over the world, has won top prize in the Best Product of the Year category at the Global Good Awards 2023.

The Global Good Awards rewards businesses, NGOs, charities and social enterprises of all shapes and sizes that are blazing a trail for purpose-driven sustainability and ethical leadership.

Mr Bug is a pioneering insect farm in Exminster, Devon that breeds its own sustainable, nutrient-dense mealworms to produce high-quality healthy treats for pet pooches everywhere....

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