Business

Exeter-based Wide Eye Communications, one of the south west’s leading video production companies, has taken on the role of raising the profile of a group of young female cyclists vying to take the British Cycling HSBC National Women’s Road Series and National Road Championship by storm in 2017.

Through the creation of a new film telling the back story behind this team of determined amatuers, Wide Eye Communications aims to help the cyclists, who ride as Bianchi Dama UK, find additional sponsors interested in supporting their long-term competitive goals. The film, which can be seen...

The annual Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) Awards are now open for entries.

This year’s event is particularly significant as it is 25 years since the charity was founded to support organisations pursuing environmentally sound policies.

DEBI Chair, John Smith, said: “The DEBI awards celebrate Devon organisations that are going the extra mile for green issues.

“Now is a key time for the environment and it is important that those making a difference are recognised and rewarded.”

Entries are invited from businesses, community initiatives,...

Tony Rowe praised his ‘hard working’ Sandy Park team after the Exeter venue was named Business of the Year at the Express & Echo 2017 Business Awards. Exeter Rugby Club’s chairman and chief executive was on hand to pick up the night’s main award at a glittering ceremony held at Exeter’s premier Conferencing & Banqueting Centre, Sandy Park. In what has been another fantastic year both on and off the field, Sandy Park’s success was confirmed by the awards judging panel who were clearly impressed by the attention to detail put in by the company across the board. The black-tie event,...

Resilience has always been one of the strongest traits of the UK’s economy; it is a trait that we see again and again, especially now that the economy is dealing with the impact of Brexit. After seeing a steep decline after the decision to exit the EU was announced, the pound has been seen trading above the $1.29 mark again.

The reason behind this sudden pop is the release of the UK’s manufacturing index or PMI. There are some great signs to be discovered from this hike, particularly in the manufacturing sector and the future of the economy as a whole.

A 3-Year High...