Business Rise in sanitisation requests during COVID-19 leads to substantial partnership Sheet metal firm Salamander Fabrications has teamed up with a market leader in room sanitisation and odour removal to supply products which store a natural gas that can eradicate harmful bacteria. Biofresh was established to focus on modifying the atmosphere in fruit storage facilities – controlling mould and bacteria through a By The Editor • 2 min read
Business First phase of coastal homes released With work underway on 38 new homes, which are being built in the magnificent grounds of the historic Sneaton Castle in High Stakesby on the outskirts of Whitby, Harrison Homes has just released the first nine properties at the development, known as Castle Fields, for sale via local estate agent, By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Smith Brothers power system design team doubles in size High voltage electrical engineering firm Smith Brothers has added 39 years of power system design expertise to its portfolio with a quartet of specialist appointments at its Sheffield office – doubling the headcount from four to eight. Elland-headquartered Smith Brothers opened its second Yorkshire premises – on Parkway Avenue, Sheffield – in September By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Plumbing giant turns the taps on Leeds expansion A highly prominent north Leeds trade counter estate is proving popular following an extensive refurbishment programme and there are now just two units remaining, after City Plumbing Supplies opened a major new trade counter within the development. The plumbing and heating giant, which has more than 370 branches throughout the By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Cycle to work day 2020: Marshall’s Mill helps tenants cycle to work Marshall’s Mill, the former mill & foundry buildings transformed into creative office space, living spaces, bars & eateries, will be hosting its annual bicycle repair workshop in-line with Cycle To Work Day to support tenants commuting safely to work. With the government advising commuters to walk or cycle, rather By The Editor • 2 min read
Arts&Culture Staycation vs abroad For many UK residents, summer getaways for 2020 are set to look a little different to what we’re more commonly used to. Many of us have unfortunately had our 2020 holidays plans cancelled after a turbulent start to the year, but can we still get that R&R By The Editor • 1 min read
Businesswoman Compliance consultancy, welcomes two new recruits Synergos Consultancy Ltd have recently welcomed a new Compliance Support Officer and New Business Co-ordinator to deal with a recent increase in demand for their services. The firm has been extremely busy over the last few months looking after their existing clients and dealing with new business enquiries mainly focusing By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Widd Signs creates signage for Primark’s flagship Barcelona store Leeds-headquartered Widd Signs has completed a major project for retail giant Primark at its new multi-million-euro flagship Barcelona store, which sits at the heart of the famous Las Ramblas boulevard. The digital and traditional signage specialist designed and installed striking illuminated exterior and interior signage, which features approximately 5,000 By The Editor • 2 min read
Business What will offices look like post Covid-19 * 57% of businesses are looking to downsize * Of those who are looking to move, 39% want more flexible contracts * 24% of those in ‘people’ roles say that the one thing they want to change is access to more breakout spaces and communal areas Since the 4th of July, many businesses, By The Editor • 3 min read
Editors Blog Huge job cuts in the media The Coronavirus pandic has wreaked havoc across the globe and many industries have suffered huge losses, aviation and tourism for example are two of the biggest, but spare a thought to the many journalists who are losing their jobs across the country. Everyone fancies themselves as a journalist these days. By The Editor • 2 min read
Business New appointment sees investment in CPP’s in house operations Leading property consultancy Commercial Property Partners Ltd (CPP) has announced the expansion of its team following the appointment of Nicola Key as Financial Controller. Nicola joins the team with over 13 years’ experience in industry and has a varied background from running a successful business to operating and managing a By The Editor • 1 min read
Mandys Blog The power of social media It has been a while since I have blogged, even though we are still limited with regards to meetings and events, life with both TopicUK and Yorkshire Businesswoman has been particularly busy. In fact, there is now add another title to the list: "Yorkshire Kitchen" too! One of By The Editor • 4 min read
