Latest News | A national supplier of commercial vehicle ply-lining, conversions and accessories has been acquired in a management buyout (MBO). Read More… |
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Over the past six weeks as our understanding of the "Free Trade Agreement" has evolved, it has become increasingly apparent that one of the most significant issues facing businesses is that of origin, according to Terri Bruce, director of indirect tax for SMEs and not for profits at Dains Read More… |
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The independent directors of AFH Financial have reiterated their recommendation of a £224.5m takeover offer from a US private equity group after a major shareholder reportedly rejected the deal. Read More… |
Historic carpet maker Victoria is to offer €350m in senior secured notes, the proceeds of which will support acquisitions and a partial refinancing. Read More… |
Assetz Capital has provided a £5m development loan – through the CBILS initiative – to Forge Care in a deal that will help the operator to overcome the challenges brought about by the pandemic and to fund construction of its new residential childcare care facility in Nuneaton. Read More… |
Primary Capital has acquired a minority stake in cycling equipment retailer Sigma Sports. Read More… |
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Dr Alessandro Merendino is a researcher within Coventry University’s Centre for Business in Society (CBiS), specialising in how leaders’ actions can directly affect the performance of a business. Here, he looks at how they can survive crises like the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit by ensuring they are resilient. Read More… |
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England's roadmap to recovery offers hope that the country can "get back to business," according to the CBI. The FSB has now called on the Chancellor to build on the Prime Minister's "whatever it takes" pledge at next week's Budget. Read More… |
A new group, majority owned by private equity firm Elaghmore, has launched, bringing together four companies operating in the façade industry. Read More… |
Solihull-based Signature Property Finance has put a new management structure in place as it looks to navigate the property market challenges of 2021. Read More… |
IT services provider Microtrading has rebranded after fully integrating with Air IT. Read More… |
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"If I can help business owners and their directors to act now so their future is more secure, I’m also helping to protect jobs, suppliers, buyers and our local economy," says Andy McGill, restructuring partner at Smith & Williamson LLP. Advising business owners and directors in the Midlands, Andy has developed a tried and tested approach which highlights actions they ought to consider to help them stay healthy and robust in tough market conditions. Read More… |
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Plans for a 29-acre multi-unit industrial and logistics development in Birmingham have been given the green light. Read More… |
Proposals to construct a ten-storey office building as part of the £500m Arena Central masterplan in Birmingham have secured the thumbs up. Read More… |
Proposals to redevelop a former Beatties store in Wolverhampton to provide new apartments and commercial space have been submitted. Read More… |
Plans have been revealed for a new business park close to Silverstone racing circuit to support the high-performance engineering and motorsport sectors. Read More… |
Planning permission has been granted for a multi-unit industrial and logistics development in Birmingham. Read More… |
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The public sector’s relationship with the citizen is undergoing a revolution. Read More… |
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JCB has secured a £26m order for its Loadall model. Read More… |
A Birmingham microbrewery has launched a new beer. Read More… |
Solid State, a manufacturer of computing, power and communications components, has reported "robust" trading. Read More… |
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Member Exclusive News | A Birmingham enterprise which has made macaroons for global brands, royalty and celebrities has secured a £150,000 grant from the John Lewis Partnership’s Community Investment Fund. Read More… |
CBRE has taken on four new graduates at its Birmingham office. Read More… |
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