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Centro's West Midlands Intelligent Mobility Conference

Centro's West Midlands Intelligent Mobility Conference

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  1. Dr Chris Moody, Dr David Hardman and Geoff Inskip.
    Dr Chris Moody, Dr David Hardman and Geoff Inskip.1 of 6
  2. Colin Wilson, Neil Collard, Julian Brett and Rod Hills.
    Colin Wilson, Neil Collard, Julian Brett and Rod Hills.2 of 6
  3. Matthew Lewis, Nathan Rogan, Sarah Leahy and Charlie Wright.
    Matthew Lewis, Nathan Rogan, Sarah Leahy and Charlie Wright.3 of 6
  4. Chris Thompson, Chris Perry and Damian Bown.
    Chris Thompson, Chris Perry and Damian Bown.4 of 6
  5. Andrew Page, Charlotte Crossley and Mark Saunders.
    Andrew Page, Charlotte Crossley and Mark Saunders.5 of 6
  6. Paul Beckley, Peter Warman, Mark Watten and Ersel Oymak.
    Paul Beckley, Peter Warman, Mark Watten and Ersel Oymak.6 of 6
EconomyNorth East business leaders regain confidence amid profit growth and fewer administrationsA survey of firms shows an encouraging start to the year though insolvency experts warn challenges still face some sectors
CBI boss Rain Newton-Smith on EU ties and the challenges facing universities
CBI
On a visit to Wales the CBI director general said she is confident that membership levels will return to pre controversy levels, but will take time
property newsGrimsby Fish Sheds regeneration proposals could create 1,000 jobsThe project would see the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of eight buildings offering commercial, community and industrial space
CBI boss Rain Newton-Smith on EU ties and the challenges facing universities
CBI
On a visit to Wales the CBI director general said she is confident that membership levels will return to pre controversy levels, but will take time
Manchester economy flat amid 'slow recession'
North West
Business confidence steady as firms continued to see rising costs
North East business leaders regain confidence amid profit growth and fewer administrations
Economy
A survey of firms shows an encouraging start to the year though insolvency experts warn challenges still face some sectors
New university role for former Confused.com boss Debra Williams
Economic Development
Dr Debra Williams has taken up a pro vice-chancellor role with the University of Wales Trinity St David.
FinanceMount Stuart Wealth Management targets growing client funds to £1bnFounded by Codey Rees, cousin of Louis Rees-Zammit, the Cardiff headquartered firm is looking to drive its professional sporting clientele.
Filtronic signs stellar deal with Elon Musk's Space X to boost orders
Technology
The Northern supplier to the telecoms, defence and space markets is set to see the US rocket company become a shareholder
North East retailer Charles Clinkard celebrates 100 years of trading
Retail & High Street
The company started as a single shop in Middlesbrough on this day 100 years ago
50 office deals in first quarter as Manchester market stays ‘robust’ and agents remain optimistic
North West
Agencies hope 'flight to quality' will drive market this year
Fleet hire business NRG Riverside sold to Astatine Investment Partners as Palatine exits £70m turnover firm
North West
West Lancashire company says it is largest provider of specialist refuse collection vehicles in the UK
Food and DrinkGreggs named UK's second strongest brand outgunning bigger consumer companiesThe FTSE250 brand shares the top ten rankings with the likes of Costa Coffee, Tesco and Bentley
Grimsby Fish Sheds regeneration proposals could create 1,000 jobs
property news
The project would see the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of eight buildings offering commercial, community and industrial space
North East energy firm 0800 Repair forms partnership with TSG Building Services
Deals
The deal combines the skills and resources of two companies with collective turnover of over £100m
PrettyLittleThing co-founders Adam and Umar Kamani launch interior design business Kamani Rossar
Retail & Consumer
Adam Kamani says 'It has been a long-held ambition to make bespoke, luxury interior design one of our business offerings'
Jet2 reaffirms profit hike expectations as promising summer season takes shape
Company Results
The Yorkshire business is expecting group profits of up to £520m for its 2024 financial year but said it is too early to tell what its 2025 financial year will hold
Top Stories
Filtronic signs stellar deal with Elon Musk's Space X to boost orders
Technology
The Northern supplier to the telecoms, defence and space markets is set to see the US rocket company become a shareholder
CBI boss Rain Newton-Smith on EU ties and the challenges facing universities
CBI
On a visit to Wales the CBI director general said she is confident that membership levels will return to pre controversy levels, but will take time
Newcastle Falcons owner focuses on financial stability after challenging year
Business of Sport
Newcastle Rugby Ltd parted ways with Newcastle Thunder during the financial year but it has since re-entered the league with new owners
JD Sports says billion-dollar Hibbett deal will accelerate growth in 'the largest sportswear market in the world'
JD Sports
Hibbett is based in Birmingham, Alabama, and has 1,169 stores in 36 states
Dragons' Den alumni set for growth after funding deals to take heating tech global and to grow honey business
North West
DiscreteHeat plans to grow across Europe and North America
RSA Insurance strikes new flexible office deal with Cubo
property news
Company has secured new office space in trio of English cities to house around 250 staff
£2.9bn takeover of Virgin Money moves closer as shareholders are sent offer details
Finance
Virgin Money also updated shareholders on its current trading
Video game studio Starlight Games founded by Psygnosis and Sony veterans aims to help young people into industry
Tech
'Our vision is to foster a creative ecosystem where talent can flourish'
West Yorkshire retailer Flair Furniture snaps up assets of e-commerce business Cuckooland
Deals
The Heckmondwike company has acquired Cuckooland’s website and assets
Wain Homes says 'broken planning system' is hitting housebuilders as market remains subdued
Housing
Developer remains upbeat despite falls in turnover and profits
Asda announces £1bn earnings as its number of stores tops 1,000
Asda
The Leeds-based chain saw a growth in clothing and food sales to nearly £22bn last year
Durham firm Alexander Battery Technologies targets £100m turnover
Company Results
The Peterlee company has seen revenues rise in its latest accounts