Business New chair appointed to drive forward Yorkshire Agricultural Society Businessman Paul Russell has become the new chair of Yorkshire Agricultural Society, succeeding farm retail boss Rob Copley after five years at the helm. Paul, who is CEO of Malton-based Russells, will lead the Society and support CEO Allister Nixon to guide how the Society, as a registered charity, supports By The Editor • 3 min read
Business The Ice Co triumphs at the National Family Business Awards 2025 The Ice Co, Europe’s leading ice manufacturer and the UK’s leading ice brand, has been honoured twice at the prestigious National Family Business Awards 2025. The awards celebrate the very best of British family firms with awards presented regionally, by sector and nationally, with The Ice Co taking By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Sofina Foods Europe funds new mainsail to power next decade of CatZero voyages Sofina Foods Europe, one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers, has funded a brand-new Vektron mainsail for CatZero’s 72-foot Challenge yacht – an essential piece of equipment that will drive the charity’s life-changing sailing programmes. The sponsorship marks a continuation of Sofina’s support for CatZero, a Humber-based By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Award-winning marketeer joins Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber has appointed a new marketing manager to helping businesses across the region access help and support to realise their full potential. In his new role, Matthew Trueman will be responsible for driving growth of the 1100 strong member organisation, as well as signposting businesses across the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Innovative certification body on growth trajectory with Finance Yorkshire investment West Yorkshire based Supply Chain In-sites is growing annual revenues and creating jobs following a £500,000 investment from Finance Yorkshire. The certification body specialises in auditing and verifying product supply chains, ensuring suppliers across the globe comply with the requirements of leading retailers and accreditation bodies. Technological innovation is By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Impact Hub Yorkshire celebrates five years of success at Bradford Live Impact Hub Yorkshire celebrated a milestone five years of empowering individuals, communities, and businesses across the region with a special gala dinner at Bradford Live on 12th June. Nearly 300 guests and dignitaries gathered for the occasion, which also marked a significant moment for the city — the first event to By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Senior appointment in firm's new Leeds office Barnett Waddingham (BW), the leading UK professional services consultancy has strengthened its bulk annuities team with the appointment of Oliver Ward as principal and risk transfer actuary. Oliver brings with him over a decade of experience from PwC where he spent nearly twelve years in the pensions practice advising both By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Knight Frank plays pivotal role in Leeds Dock deal The Leeds office of global property consultancy Knight Frank has played a pivotal role in helping UK design practice, P+HS Architects, to move into new premises at Leeds Dock. P+HS Architects has taken 5,296 sq ft of quality office space at East Dock on a five-year lease By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Consultancies unite to launch integrated finance and HR service Two Yorkshire-headquartered consultancies have joined forces to offer what is believed to be the UK’s only integrated strategic finance and HR service for growing businesses. Headstar, the specialist national finance recruitment and consultancy business, has formed a strategic partnership with Fairfield HR, an expert HR consultancy and recruitment firm, By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Yorkshire textile dyeing firm cuts carbon footprint with innovative heat recovery system Atkinson Dyeing, a specialist yarn dyeing facility established in 1978 and acquired by woollen mill AW Hainsworth in 2019, has undergone significant transformation to improve environmental performance and modernise operations. The centrepiece of this transformation is the installation of a state-of-the-art heat recovery system, which captures 60°C wastewater and By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Helmsley Group announces opening date for new Oliver Bonas store in York Property investment and development specialist Helmsley Group has confirmed that leading fashion and homeware retailer Oliver Bonas will relocate its York store to the city’s King’s Square this August. After agreeing a letting with Helmsley Group, the independent chain will move from its current store at 35 Stonegate By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Yorkshire Garden Centre Group creates new role for multi-site growth A Bradford based garden centre group with a site in York has created a new stock inventory role as it prepares for future growth across its multi-site business. Yorkshire Garden Centres group, owners of Dean's York, has appointed Dan Campbell as its buying support manager to work across By The Editor • 1 min read
