Business

Business as usual as Gregory Distribution acquires Scottish Transport Company

Authored by Proteus
Posted: Mon, 03/01/2021 - 7:30pm

Gregory Distribution (Holdings) Ltd has acquired Pollock (Holding) Ltd and its subsidiaries Pollock (Scotrans) Ltd and Pollock Express Ltd. The business is headquartered in Bathgate, West Lothian, in central Scotland.

Pollock is one of Scotland’s best known brands and like Gregory, is a private family-owned business with a strong reputation for customer service gained over more than 80 years of trading.

With 150 vehicles and 200+ staff, Pollock is a significant addition to the Gregory Group and will operate alongside Gregory Distribution, ARR Craib and its Scottish JV...

BGF Invests £15.5 million into Burrington Estates to Support the Growth of its New Homes and Commercial Development Business

Authored by Purplefish
Posted: Mon, 03/01/2021 - 11:21am

An investment of £15.5 million has been agreed between BGF, the UK and Ireland’s most active investor, and property developer Burrington Estates, to support the ambitious growth plans of the Exeter-based business.

Burrington Estates launched its New Homes business in 2016 and its Commercial industrial development business in 2019, creating two distinct divisions – Burrington Estates New Homes and Burrington Estates Commercial. The New Homes division has built over 400 homes worth £120 million across the South West during the past five years, building a brand and reputation for...

Study Inn adds another Russell Group city to it's second portfolio

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/28/2021 - 11:08pm

Study Inn Group, the luxury hotel-style student accommodation owner, developer and operator, are set to open in Exeter in September 2021.

The £25million development is located on the site of the former BBC studios in Walnut Gardens, St David’s Hill in the heart of the city. The property will provide 167 rooms in a mix of well-designed studios and shared serviced apartment bedrooms and is a 15-minute walk to the University of Exeter.

The Study Inn platforms’ latest generation of properties re-affirms the Group’s deep-rooted focus on resident wellbeing and life experience...

Ex K+N Quinn & Adams Acquire STR Logistics Limited

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 02/26/2021 - 10:40pm

Former Kuehne + Nagel senior executives Anthony Quinn and Peter Adams have announced their acquisition of STR Logistics Limited. The acquisition has been made via their holding company 2020 Logistic Solutions Limited and completed on the 26th of February 2021.

UK based STR Logistics (located in Exeter, Devon) has been operating for over twenty years specialising in the provision of transport logistics solutions including, first and last mile, multi-drop, two-man home deliveries, contract management, trunker operations and secure freight handling. The company employs over one...

A Year Later: The Impact of COVID-19 on Restaurant and Hospitality Industry

We have been living in the world dictated by the coronavirus for over a year now, and it seems that we are still evaluating the consequences it left on the global economy.

The hospitality industry undoubtedly took a huge hit during this time and experts are making various predictions concerning the recovery of the industry.

Collected data

The overall statistics are worrisome, to say the least.

Revenue losses are over 50% while the unemployment stats reach 38% (not to mention reduced wages and hours).

Occupancy rates for both small and large businesses...

How Businesses Create Loyalty Within a Competitive Landscape

Customer loyalty is one of the biggest challenges that businesses face, especially those that operate in a competitive landscape where they could easily lose out the competition. Businesses need to be able to retain customers in order to build a solid base and for growth, but when the consumer is spoilt for choice, it can be hard for a business to keep hold of customers and instead could be losing out to the competition.

Loyalty Programs

There are a handful of strategies that businesses can use to retain customers and promote loyalty. Perhaps the most effective, though,...

Vallance Transport

National award puts Vallance Transport in pole position

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Fri, 02/26/2021 - 10:22am

Vallance Transport has moved into the fast lane after picking up a coveted national award from logistics specialists Fortec.

The firm presented WL Vallance Ltd, from Newton Abbot, with the Marsh Commercial Award for Excellence in Freight Management at a virtual ceremony, held to celebrate independent hauliers and transport workers from around the Pall-Ex Group of companies.

The event offered Fortec and its members an opportunity to celebrate overcoming the difficulties faced by the logistics industry in 2020, while championing staff who have worked tirelessly as keyworkers...

Difference between Saas and Cloud Computing

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:41pm

In this existing world of the internet and technology, managing a project effectively has become a cakewalk. Managing one or multiple projects becomes easier if the required information and updates related to the project are available all the time even if the team is working from different geographical locations. Implementing the best project management tools is the key to required collaboration and communication required to achieve the project goals.

Choosing the right software is critical. Based on the organization or size of the project, one can choose between SaaS (Software...

Trowers announces new head of office and growth in Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:22pm

International law firm Trowers & Hamlins announces partner Chris Rundle as new head of office in Exeter . Chris takes over from Joseph Acton who was in post since Peter Keuls retired in 2008 for 12 years, and will be retiring from the firm after nearly 32 years at Trowers.

The office has also undergone further change with the expansion of its corporate, litigation and real estate teams in Exeter with several recent hires across various levels.

In recent months the Exeter office has welcomed partner Stuart Mathews and associate Jonathan Holloway to the corporate team...

8 PPC myths to let go in 2021

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 02/24/2021 - 4:12pm

The world of digital marketing comes with its own set of highs and lows. One of the most cumbersome issues to deal with is the many rumours about the PPC (pay-per-click) form of campaigns. No wonder, PPC is an integral component of several digital marketing initiatives, but also one of the most talked about. With the treasure trove of information surrounding us on PPC trends and practices, it is easy to fall for myths and fads.

Worry not. We are here to debunk the most common and apprehensive of such fads for you. Let us take a look at 7 PPC myths you should certainly let go of...

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