A 'once in a generation' opportunity to redevelop Darlington Railway Station as part of a multimillion-pound investment could soon be realised after a compulsory purchase order ruling – which means land around the site can be brought into public ownership – was made. Read More
Chris Marshall from executive search consultancy BlairWest says the role of the non-executive has changed considerably in recent years. He looks at important issues to consider when making non-executive chair appointments. Read More
Infrastructure investment specialist Macquarie has confirmed that it has reached an agreement to acquire a motorway service station operator which has sites across the UK. Read More
The £225m acquisition of SYNETIQ, a salvage and vehicle dismantling specialist with 15 UK locations and approximately 500 employees, has moved forward after securing clearance from the Competition and Markets Authority. Read More
Liquid fertiliser manufacturer Brineflow has begun construction to expand its terminal at the Port of Sunderland, in a move which will "make a substantial contribution to the food security of our nation". Read More
Gateshead-based Advantex has secured a contract to supply a new package of technology, connectivity and cyber security services to a manufacturer and supplier of trade furniture. Read More
British Steel has submitted the planning application for a £26m upgrade to its Special Profiles business in Skinningrove. The plans represent the biggest single investment in the division for more than 30 years. Read More
