Business Fest South West (#BizFestSW) will take over Westpoint Arena, Exeter, on Wednesday 1 April 2026, bringing together hundreds of business owners, founders and decision-makers for an event that is reshaping expectations of what regional business gatherings can deliver.
With fewer than 20 exhibitor spaces remaining for the second #BizFestSW and the third major event delivered by Four Front Events, the festival has quickly established itself as the home of serious connection, commercial opportunity and regional confidence at a time when the market is challenging and competition...
IMP Software has been named as The Assignment Report’s UK Education Industry Company of the Year 2025.
Exeter-based IMP supports smarter finance in multi-academy trusts with MAT-first solutions for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, ICFP and purchasing. Adopted by over 550 trusts across 6,000 schools, IMP’s platform gives leaders the visibility and insight to plan with confidence. With strong customer advocacy and five-star Trustpilot reviews, IMP is a trusted partner for MAT finance teams and one of England’s leading education software providers, helping trusts focus on what...
Business from across the South West came together at City Padel Exeter to raise £900 for FORCE Cancer Chairty as part of a charity padel tournament hosted by Konker .
The event saw 12 local businesses compete in a friendly tournament, combining sport, networking and fundraising in support of Devon based cancer charity. The day aimed to create a relaxed and social alternative to traditional business events, while raising money for a cause with strong local impact.
Funds raised will support FORCE Cancer Charity’s ongoing work providing practical, emotional and well-being...
The Greendale Group (FWS Carter & Sons), a diverse, family-owned local business, with interests in farming, fishing, retail, property and haulage, has announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors: Martyn Youell, Tom Chanter and Richard Gibbons.
ffective immediately, these appointments will provide extra strength and stability to the board, helping to shape the business for years to come.
Youell brings over 15 years of experience in the fishing sector. As Commercial Director for Waterdance (the Group’s fishing enterprise), he has...
Exeter Racecourse hosted its first networking event of the year with a sell-out gathering that was buzzing with enthusiasm, as businesses from across the region came together full of optimism for the year ahead. Delegates enjoyed a productive morning of networking, followed by afternoon racing.
The quarterly networking events, launched in 2024, have quickly become some of the most popular business gatherings in the region. Hosted at the racecourse, they offer a relaxed yet professional environment that encourages meaningful connections.
Dash Express, a division of The Dash Group and part of The APC delivery network - the UK’s largest independent parcel delivery network - has announced further expansion in the South West with the opening of a new, larger site located in Cullompton. The new site will serve as Dash Express’ new ‘Exeter’ location, strengthening its regional presence and achieving full service coverage across the South West with the company also expanding its delivery coverage to include Taunton, Somerset and North Devon.
Located just 14 miles outside of Exeter, the new 11,000 sq. ft. facility marks...
The winners of this year’s Tech South West Awards 2025 have been announced.
The ceremony, held at Sandy Park, Exeter, brought together hundreds of innovators, founders, investors and business leaders to recognise the people and companies transforming the South West into one of the UK’s most exciting tech ecosystems.
Devon-based Altilium Clean Technology emerged as the standout success of the evening, taking home the CleanTech Award, Tech for Good Award, and the coveted THE Tech South West Award. The company was recognised for its world-leading work in sustainable battery...
An innovation designed in Exeter to detect contaminated water and save lives has picked up vital seed money to help propel it to the next level.
FluoroGlow’s device is designed to detect Cryptosporidium in water – a parasite that can cause severe illness and even death, especially in children and vulnerable people.
Previously, it has been difficult to detect without slow laboratory-based tests. But FluoroGlow aims to change that by providing rapid and reliable results directly at the water source.
It’s the brainchild of University of Exeter Medical Science...
Tiverton’s expert legal advisor, Richard Agnew Vos announces a new collaboration with Amicus Law , as the South West’s leading solicitors firm expands further into Devon. Effective from 10 November 2025, Richard joins the Amicus Law family as Head of Office for Tiverton and a Managing Associate.
With more than 30 years’ experience providing comprehensive legal solutions for businesses and individuals, covering a full spectrum of services including property matters, conveyancing, wills, probate, and Powers of Attorney – Richard Agnew Vos has an enviable reputation amongst his...
Former Royal Marine and tech business owner, David Reed, MP for Exmouth & Exeter East, visited the head office of defence manufacturer Supacat this week. The visit focused on the critical role of regional industry in UK defence, following the government's Strategic Defence Review and ahead of the detailed Defence Investment Plan expected this autumn.
Mr. Reed toured the Dunkeswell design and manufacturing centre, home to Supacat and its parent organisation, SC Group. The visit included a detailed look at the company’s advanced production facilities, where the Jackal 3 chassis...
