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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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Milsted Langdon thanks Chairman Tim Close as it appoints successor Simon Rowe

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/11/2023 - 11:45pm

South West-based accountancy firm Milsted Langdon has thanked Tim Close for his work as Chairman, as the firm appoints his successor.

Experienced Partner Simon Rowe is taking over from Tim, who has held his position within the practice since 2019 – having originally joined Milsted Langdon in 1989 soon after its founding.

Having helped to navigate the firm through the Covid-19 pandemic in his tenure, Tim is stepping down to focus on his role as Partner and Compliance Principal for the firm.

During his time as Chairman, Tim oversaw the establishment of Milsted...

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Devon County Show mounts drive to attract more farmers

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 05/11/2023 - 10:56pm

Devon County Show is going back to its roots in 2023, with initiatives planned to encourage greater attendance from the farming community.

First up is a new, concentrated farming area. This will be devoted to agricultural trade stands, where farmers can find everything, they need to manage their farms in one dedicated area. The section will also have its own brand new bar, the Ivington Tavern, where farmers can socialise and ‘chew the cud’ with their peers over a pint.

Acting Show Manager, Lisa Moore, said ‘The Devon County Show is always the first major county show on...

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Exeter law firm first in the UK to partner with Plain Numbers to improve understanding of numbers

Exeter law firm Browne Jacobson has become the first law firm to partner with Plain Numbers – in a move that shows the firm’s commitment to providing the best possible service to its people and clients.

Plain Numbers is a social purpose company that works with brands across a wide range of sectors to promote understanding of numerical information.

The three-year partnership will see members of the firm trained as Plain Numbers Practitioners. With support from the Plain Numbers team, these Practitioners will use the tools and strategies they’ve been taught to implement...

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Devon holiday let owners win awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 05/10/2023 - 11:52pm

Two pairs of local holiday home owners, Gillian and Steve Miles and Mike and Julie Carpenter, have been recognised in a new awards scheme by Sykes Holiday Cottages that celebrates standout owners.

The owners of two separate holiday lets located in Devon were named winners in the holiday let agency’s Sykes Stars programme after receiving excellent guest feedback.

Gillian and Steve first welcomed holidaymakers to Crooke Barn, a one-bedroom holiday home in Withleigh, near Tiverton, in December 2020. The couple converted a barn on their farm after being inspired to take the...

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Continued growth for Trowers' Corporate and Commercial practice in Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Tue, 05/09/2023 - 10:00pm

Trowers & Hamlins' Corporate and Commercial practice in the South West continues to grow following a number of recent strategic hires.

Following a bumper year of deal activity in 2022, where the team advised many of the best food, drink and leisure businesses in the South West of England, the team has continued on its growth trajectory having added six new senior and experienced lawyers in the last two years and with considerable spread of skillsets and experience the team currently consists of two partners, a senior associate, three associates and a trainee.

The...

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Event provides inspiration for employers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/08/2023 - 9:10pm

An employer event focussed on new ways of recruiting and retaining staff has won praise for being “inspirational”.

More than 60 people attended the event hosted by Devon County Council and Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce , and participants all benefited from the information, expertise and experience on hand on the day.

With around 15,000 unique jobs vacancies currently being advertised per day across Devon, but a reduction in those available in the labour market, the message to employers is that it’s vital that they explore new ways of embracing all those able...

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Plymouth Champagne boss toasts first US export deal 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/08/2023 - 5:44pm

Corks are popping for the UK’s specialist ‘Champagne Retailer of the Year’ once again after announcing its first export deal in the United States.

Sip Champagnes is now shipping to California, Florida, Illinois and Montana, with talks already underway to expand its range of grower champagnes in other parts of the US.

The first shipment from the Sip Champagnes range, includes Famille Delouvin; Louis Brochet; Alexis, Beaugrand; Didier Herbert; A. Levasseur; and Hélène Beaugrand.

Formed in 2021 by business partners, Daniel Blatchford and Peter Crawford, Sip...

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Region-wide tech awards return for fifth year to celebrate South West innovation

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/08/2023 - 5:04pm

The annual Tech South West Awards have opened for entries as the prestigious event returns for a fifth year to celebrate the region’s tech sector.

Covering the whole of the South West from Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset to Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, the awards showcase innovation across the region’s fastest growing sector.

Over 300 entries were submitted for the awards in 2022. Categories include Best Startup, Women in Tech, MarineTech, Commitment to Diversity, Workplace Culture, AgriTech, Tech For Good, FinTech and Commitment to Talent....

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Graham Coton, Associate Director, Robert Williams Estate Agents

Graham brings estate agency expertise home to Devon

Robert Williams, the Experts in Property estate agency on Southernhay West in Exeter, is thrilled to welcome accomplished property expert, Graham Coton as Associate Director.

Heading up the highly reputed sales team, Graham brings with him more than 35 years’ experience in the property industry. Born in Exeter and raised in Barnstaple, Graham spent the first 10 years of his working life as a property developer in the UK and Caribbean before embarking on his estate agency career with a role in Central London.

Graham worked his way up the ranks, gaining valuable knowledge and...

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Exeter Chamber announces its latest partnership with world class leadership organisation – Commando Training Centre - Royal Marines

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 05/04/2023 - 11:26pm

Exeter Chamber welcomes the Commando Training Centre, Royal Marines (CTCRM) as its latest strategic partner. The world-class military establishment who is already actively engaged with local communities and businesses, welcomes the new partnership that will offer an accelerated programme of insight, support, and connectivity to the business community in Exeter and the Greater Exeter Area.

The Commando Training Centre at Lympstone selects and trains all Royal Marines Officers, Recruits and Reserves. On average, 3400 ranks are trained annually, with an average of 1400 students in...

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