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Storage Giant Expands to Kidderminster
The UK’s largest independent self-storage provider, Storage Giant, has announced the opening of its latest store which brings the business to Kidderminster.
The Kidderminster store, now open, is the 16th self-storage and office rental facility in Storage Giant’s roster, representing...
Heart of Worcestershire College Principal & CEO attends education roundtable at 10 Downing Street
The Principal and CEO of Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College), Michelle Dowse, attended an education roundtable hosted by Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street yesterday (23rd February), ahead of the publication of the Government’s Schools White...
Give to gain and the rise of flexible marketing
International Women’s Day often focuses on confidence and visibility as well as representation. All important. But this year’s theme, Give to Gain, feels practical. If you create the right environment for people to grow and share knowledge, the business...
Heart of Worcestershire College students gain international experience in Seville
A group of 20 Travel and Tourism students from Heart of Worcestershire (HoW) College have recently returned from a two week residential work experience programme in Seville, Spain, funded through the Turing Scheme.
Students from both the Worcester and Redditch...
Atwell International Named Finalist for Innovation Award 2026
Worcestershire-based Atwell International Ltd is delighted to announce it has been named a finalist in the inaugural Worcestershire Innovation Champion Award 2026, a new award introduced as part of Worcestershire TechFest 2.0, celebrating organisations driving innovation and positive impact...
A Window on REHAU: A Global Business With a Local Presence
Founded by Helmut Wagner in 1948 in the Bavarian town from which it would take its name, polymer solutions manufacturer REHAU has since grown into a world leader in its field, employing over 13,000 members of staff across 160...
Worcestershire County Cricket Club Appoints Paisley Flour as Sole Matchday Hospitality Partner
Worcestershire County Cricket Club has announced a new partnership with local catering specialist Paisley Flour Catering, who will become the Club’s sole matchday food hospitality catering partner at New Road.
The appointment will see Paisley Flour, which is based in...
Big Bear Plastics roars forward with £2m investment
A female industry leader, who was behind one of Harrods’ most successful marketing campaigns, is setting her sights on expansion after completing a £2m investment drive.
Big Bear Plastics’ Managing Director Emma Hockley is looking to maximise installation of two...
Emily Newman Goes the Distance for Meningitis Now
Local Director & Financial Adviser, Emily Newman from JNFP, is swapping her desk in Droitwich for the streets of London in April when she takes on the epic challenge of the annual London Marathon.
Her chosen charity, Meningitis Now, is...
Worcester Marketing Agency Gets Fancy For Mesothelioma Uk
Worcester-based Prime Mix Marketing Ltd is raising awareness and funds for Mesothelioma UK, which supports individuals affected by asbestos-related lung cancer, by hosting a charity fancy dress morning on Thursday, 5th February, in memory of local man Michael Darling.
The...
Community generosity at Christmas helps Herefordshire families
As families across Herefordshire face increasing pressure, a series of quiet but meaningful acts of generosity by business and individuals are helping to support those most in need through local charity Vennture.
With demand for emergency accommodation and family support...
Bonham & Brook and Simple Design Works Partner to Build a Seamless Ecosystem for Innovation
West Midlands-based product design and innovation agency, Simple Design Works announces a strategic collaboration with leading R&D tax consultancy, Bonham & Brook, to create a fully integrated ecosystem that helps businesses transform ideas into market-ready products, while maximising the...
Talbots Law expands Agricultural Law team with senior director appointments
Talbots Law has strengthened its Agricultural Law team with the appointment of two experienced directors.
Sara Pickerin and Nicholas Playford, who have more than 40 years’ collective experience in the sector, join the fast-growing firm as part of its commitment...
Worcestershire firm lands logistics partnership with confectionery startup launched by former Mondelez exec
A family-run Worcestershire logistics specialist is celebrating securing a sweet logistics and distribution partnership with a fast-growing confectionery brand.
Pershore-based Marshall’s Transport has partnered with ambitious British startup Wild Thingz, launched last year by former Mondelez executive Fliss Newland.
Wild Thingz...
Heart of Worcestershire College celebrates T-Level Week with opportunities for students, employers
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) celebrated T-Level Week which took place 13th-17th October, shining a spotlight on its T-Level courses and the achievements of students, staff, and employment partners.
T-Levels are technical qualifications designed with employers to provide young...
Heart of Worcestershire College and Redditch United Football Club forge exciting new education partnership
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) and Redditch United Football Club (RUFC) are excited to announce their partnership, with HoW College taking the lead in delivering the club’s full-time education and football development programme from September 2026. This builds...
Wall coating specialist ready for growth after receiving BCRS Business Loans Funds
A specialist exterior wall coating company is preparing for growth thanks to funding from the Community Investment Enterprise Fund (CIEF) delivered by BCRS Business Loans.
Family business Protex XP Coatings, based in Spetchley, Worcestershire, is using £50,000 in investment secured...
Upper Teme Business Park brings new hope for local businesses
A new chapter in the future of Tenbury Wells’ local economy begins with the unveiling of Upper Teme Business Park, a state-of-the-art development offering 23 commercial units designed to encourage economic growth, innovation and employment in the area.
The announcement...
OCM achieves successful external audit for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 27001
Worcestershire-based OCM is pleased to announce the successful completion of its September 2025 external audit for ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management) and ISO 27001 (information security management), conducted by Approachable.
This milestone highlights OCM’s continuing commitment to...
