Location: Herefordshire

Key Marches Growth Hub Covid role revealed in new figures

The huge role the Marches Growth Hub played in helping businesses through the height of the pandemic is revealed today in new figures. 

‘Secure By Design’ – Midlands Cyber makes manufacturing sector priority in 2022

Join Midlands Cyber security cluster’s virtual event for a rare insight into how manufacturing firms can secure their supply chains and prevent cyber attack. Between 6 – 7:30pm on the 15th February 2022, the cluster will welcome expert speakers from several leading organisations, including MakeUK, The IASME Consortium and Coventry University offering guidance and practical support to the UK’s growing SME manufacturing network.

Manufacturing scheme generates £3m for Marches economy

A project to help West Midlands manufacturing and engineering firms embrace the latest technology has seen more than £10 million in value generated since its launch last summer.

New rules for international road haulage

There are new rules for transporting goods to or through Europe in 2022. The rules will […]

Aston University opens applications for Midlands’ Pitch Up investment competition

Applications to Minerva Birmingham’s Pitch Up 2022 competition have opened. Formerly known as ‘Pitchfest WM’ and now in its 7th year, participating businesses have the chance to pitch head-to-head to a variety of investors to win a cash prize, and the ultimate accolade of Pitch Up Champion.

Government backs UK entrepreneurs with tech support and software to help them grow

The government’s Help to Grow: Digital scheme – designed to support smaller businesses in adopting digital technologies so they can grow – has opened for applications today (20 January).

Businesses urged to prepare for UKCA Marking product marking scheme

Businesses across the Marches are being urged to get up to speed with a new product marking regime being introduced in the wake of the country’s exit from the EU. 

Work from home guidance ends in England

The Prime Minister has announced that regulations urging people to work from home are to be […]

Marches LEP launches new interactive funding tracker service

The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership has launched a new interactive service to help keep the region […]

Regional roadshow will help creative companies’ export drive

Creative companies across the Marches which want to develop new international markets are being urged to sign up for a special roadshow

Made Smarter

Made Smarter aims to help manufacturing and engineering businesses in the UK boost productivity and growth. […]

£8million programme seeks Marches innovators to help beat climate crisis

An £8 million programme to help UK business reduce energy consumption and cut emissions is on the hunt for innovation across the Marches.